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VISTA X-62 advancing autonomy and changing the face of air power

The Lockheed Martin VISTA X-62A was flown by an artificial intelligence agent for more than 17 hours recently, representing the first time AI engaged on a tactical aircraft. VISTA, short for Variable In-flight Simulation Test Aircraft, is changing the face of air power at the U.S. Air...

Embraer showcases C-390 Millennium at Aero India 2023

Embraer is showcasing the C-390 Millennium military multi-mission tactical air transport aircraft, which will be on static display at Aero India 2023. Complementing the C-390 Millennium presence at the show is Embraer’s booth that will offer visitors a closer look at Embraer Defense...


A change in dimension- Take off 2027 - Daher five-year strategic plan

  Take off 2027, which is Daher's new strategic plan through 2027, sets the goal for Daher to become a large, profitable international company developing in four complementary businesses. Priorities identified by the Daher Group for this five-year plan are the internationalization of its organization, the improvement of the structural profitability of all its businesses, alon...

Pipistrel selects Lincoln Park Aviation as US distributor

Pipistrel announced Lincoln Park Aviation as its distributor for 15 states in the eastern United States. With more than 35 years of experience in aviation, LPA will handle Pipistrel two- and four-seat aircraft sales and support including the fully electric Velis Electro and the Panthera, a four-seat, low-wing aircraft designed for long-range, high-performance flying. Steve Mckenna, di...

Next level of partnership to accelerate decarbonisation of aviation - ATR and Air New Zealand

ATR and Air New Zealand are deepening their existing partnership, on a mission to accelerate the development and introduction of low emission aircraft technology in New Zealand. This collaboration will enable both ATR and Air New Zealand to go deeper into their exploration of disruptive innovations, the result of which will be decisive to shape the future of regional aviation. ...

NH90 helicopter flies on sustainable fuel

With support from Safran Helicopter Engines, TotalEnergies, Airbus Helicopters, France’s defense procurement agency (Direction Générale de l’Armement - DGA) has carried out the first test flight of an NH90, during which one of its two RTM322 engines ran on Sustainable Aviation Fuel. This fuel was produced by TotalEnergies from used cooking oil using HEFA technology and ha...

Embraer Bandeirante celebrates 50 years of operation

An icon of regional aviation and precursor of the modern Brazilian aeronautical industry, the EMB 110 Bandeirante aircraft celebrates 50 years of operation. The model entry into service took place on February 9th, 1973, when the first aircraft was delivered to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB), in a ceremony held at the Embraer factory in São José dos Campos, in São Paulo’s...

100% sustainable aviation fuel readiness for PW127-powered ATR Aircraft - Pratt & Whitney Canada and ATR

Pratt & Whitney Canada & ATR to collaborate on an initiative to achieve 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) readiness in PW127 series engines, including the new PW127XT powering next-generation ATR deliveries, by 2025. Anthony Rossi, vice president, Sales and Marketing, Pratt & Whitney Canada, commented: “Our collaboration with ATR will be underway th...

Textron Aviation now offers new gravel kit option for Cessna SkyCourier

Textron Aviation now is offering a gravel kit for its new twin-engine, large-utility Cessna SkyCourier turboprop, giving customers the flexibility to operate their aircraft in and out of unimproved runways around the world. First deliveries of the SkyCourier with the installed option will commence later this month. This additional option for the SkyCourier paves the way for fur...

3C and Horizon Aircraft to collaborate on certification and services

Following a very fruitful set of joint meetings, 3C and Horizon Aircraft signed a MOU under which the two companies will collaborate on aspects of the continued development and path to certification of Horizon Aircraft Cavorite X5 program. The MOU establishes a framework for ongoing expansion of collaboration as the Cavorite X5 program evolves and will give Horizon access to service...

Airbus selects Nidec Leroy-Somer to develop electric motors for its future hydrogen powered zero-emission engine

Airbus and Nidec Leroy-Somer signed an agreement to develop an electric motor for its hydrogen-powered fuel cell engine prototype, as part of Airbus’ ambition to bring the first zero-emission commercial aircraft to market by 2035. The long-standing expertise and extensive know-how of the French electric motor manufacturer, who already provides proven advanced technologies to many d...

Daher strengthens its position in industrial services with the planned acquisition of Assistance Aéronautique et Aérospatiale

As part of Daher “Take off 2027” strategic plan, the company signed of an agreement to acquire Assistance Aéronautique et Aérospatiale, a leading global player in manufacturing services for civil and defense aeronautics. AAA provides complete service solutions that are complementary to those of Daher – in particular for the assembly and installation o...

Shell, RHIA, Rotterdam The Hague Airport and ZeroAvia advance plans for hydrogen-electric flights by 2025

ZeroAvia signed a collaboration agreement with Shell, Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Rotterdam the Hague Innovation Airport. The parties will develop a concept of operations for hydrogen in airports and demonstration flights to European destinations by the end of 2024, gearing up for commercial passenger flights by 2025. Following up on the cooperation commitment announced last yea...

Air New Zealand & Embraer to collaborate on next generation sustainable aircraft programs

Air New Zealand has signed an agreement with Embraer to join its Energia Advisory Group – a group of airlines, lessors, manufacturers and other aviation experts advising Embraer’s Energia project developing sustainable aircraft for the future. Embraer also becomes a long term partner in Air New Zealand’s Mission Next Gen Aircraft initiative, working alongside Air New Zealand...

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Turkish Airlines and CFM sign landmark MOU for more than 600 LEAP-1B engines

Turkish Airlines has taken another major step in its fleet expansion strategy with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with CFM International for more than 300 LEAP-1B engines and a long-term...

Piaggio Aerospace returns to NBAA-BACE, highlighting the P.180 Avanti EVO

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Samson Sky taps renowned Italian automotive designer for switchblade flying car interior design

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Aviation Capital Group places order for 75 Airbus A320neo family aircraft

Aviation Capital Group, the Newport Beach, California-based global aircraft asset manager, has signed a firm order for 75 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, bringing its cumulative orders for...

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