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Archer completed first phase of transactions to acquire control of Hawthorne Airport

Archer Aviation completed the first phase of its Hawthorne Airport transactions that includes the acquisition of the master lease from the City of Hawthorne and the associated subleases, giving it control of the real estate that makes up the airport. In early November, Archer signed a series of defi...

Chartright Air Group launches world's first Bombardier Global 8000 into service

World first Bombardier Global 8000 business jet has officially entered into service under the operational custody of Chartright Air Group, marking a defining milestone for Canadian aviation. The aircraft -- designed and manufactured in Canada -- has been delivered to Canada's leader in priv...


Vertical Aerospace signs Héli Air Monaco to open up French Riviera routes

Vertical Aerospace and Héli Air Monaco announced a Memorandum of Understanding for the pre-order of Vertical’s Valo aircraft, opening a new chapter for sustainable air mobility along the Côte d’Azur. Valo - unveiled in London and offering a premium cabin experience - is targeting concurrent regulatory certification with the European Union and UK aviation regulators in...

First Australian Airbus H160 order secured by Linfox

Airbus has secured first order for its H160 helicopter in Australia, with Australia’s privately-owned logistics and supply chain enterprise, Linfox, placing the purchase. The new aircraft, which will be used for passenger transportation missions across Australia, marks Linfox’s first purchase with Airbus.The order follows a four-week demonstration tour in Australia, during which the H1...

London Biggin Hill Airport unveils major runway enhancement

London Biggin Hill Airport completed a milestone runway resurfacing project. The work, achieved with the support of an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK, marks a key phase in the airport’s ongoing investment to enhance operational resilience and deliver smoother, more predictable arrivals for business aviation customers. Following a summer of work, London Biggin Hill’s runway n...

Bombardier celebrates entry-into-service of Global 8000 aircraft

Bombardier celebrated entry-into-service of its Global 8000 business aircraft during a special event held at its state-of-the-art Aircraft Assembly Centre in Mississauga, Ontario in the presence of employees, government officials, suppliers, media and special guests. Patrick Dovigi, buyer of the first Global 8000 aircraft, accepted the keys to his brand-new private jet, while C...

GACA signs MoU with Archer to accelerate air taxi deployment

The General Authority of Civil Aviation announced the signing of a partnership agreement with Archer Aviation to accelerate the deployment of eVTOL aircraft across the Kingdom. The agreement forms part of GACA’s ongoing efforts to advance the Advanced Air Mobility ecosystem in line with the AAM Roadmap and the objectives of the Aviation program under the National Transport and...

Million Air and Avfuel bring sustainable aviation fuel to Austin

Million Air Austin (KAUS) and Avfuel Corporation came together to boost sustainable aviation operations at Austin Bergstrom International Airport with the addition of sustainable aviation fuel. The SAF—which went into service on November 20, 2025—provides a meaningful solution for operators seeking to reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions from flight operations. This marks the...

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport announces a VVIP terminal and private hangars

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport announced the development of a new VVIP terminal and private jet hangar, enhancing the Emirate’s appeal as a global entertainment and tourism hub. The project, in collaboration with Falcon Executive Aviation, is a key pillar of Ras Al Khaimah’s aviation and tourism growth strategy. The airport, located just 15 minutes from premier beach resorts, wil...

New super-midsize Gulfstream G300 takes flight

Gulfstream G300 has made its first flight, demonstrating significant program maturity and officially launching its rigorous flight test program. Introduced on Sept. 30 in Savannah as the latest addition to Gulfstream’s visionary fleet, the G300 represents a new standard in its segment and is poised to redefine the super-midsize category. The first G300 took off from Ben Gurion International...

Bombardier advances services expansion as construction of landmark Abu Dhabi facility accelerates

Bombardier announced significant progress on its new state-of-the-art service centre at the Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI). Construction has advanced, with the structural framework of the main building and hangar now rising. On track to open in the second half of 2026, this flagship facility represents a major milestone in Bombardier’s strategy to expand its global customer service and su...

Archer reveals plans for Miami air taxi network featuring partnerships with Related Ross and Magic City Innovation District

Archer Aviation revealed its plans for a Miami metropolitan area based air taxi network designed to transform how residents and visitors move across one of the nation’s fastest growing regions. Archer’s goal is to connect major population and business centers, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach via 10 - 20 minute electric flights, bypassing ground-based tr...

Pilatus has officially opened its subsidiary, Pilatus Aircraft Ibérica SA, near Seville

Pilatus has officially opened its subsidiary, Pilatus Aircraft Ibérica SA, near Seville. The new production facility will expand capacity to meet the sustained high demand for the successful PC-12 and PC-24.Production ramp-up at Pilatus’ Seville facility has been underway since early 2025. Structural assemblies for the PC-24 and wiring harnesses for the PC-12 are already produced in S...

OK3 AIR set to debut new hangar and major infrastructure upgrades

OK3 AIR, the exclusive FBO at Heber Valley Airport (KHCR), announces its new state-of-the-art hangar, to be completed by the end of the year, and a series of significant infrastructure enhancements designed to support the airport’s long-term growth. The hangar will offer 31,500 square feet of modern, flexible space—large enough to accommodate an ultra long range business jet. With...

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AeronautX elevates training capacity with new Amsterdam Centre and strategic VistaJet alliance

AeronautX, part of the AX Aero Group, has announced the launch of a new business aviation pilot training centre in Amsterdam, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027. Created by business a...