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Volatus advances Dufour Aerospace partnership to develop runway-independent cargo capabilities for Arctic, defence and commercial operations

Volatus Aerospace provided a strategic update on its previously announced partnership with Dufour Aerospace, highlighting continued progress toward the deployment of runway-independent cargo capabilities aligned with Arctic, defence, and commercial operating requirements. Since announcing the p...

RECARO Aircraft Seating and Air India prepare for the first linefit B787-9 to enter service

RECARO Aircraft Seating partnered with Air India to bring a new experience to passengers around the world. Originally announced in 2024, the first of Air India’s newly linefit B787-9 multiclass cabins will take to the skies on February 1 2026, featuring PL3530 Premium seating and the award-win...


Groundbreaking ceremony for Pilatus’ new flagship U.S. facility in Sarasota, Florida

Already since 2022, Pilatus has been planning to expand its presence in the United States in order to supplement capacity in Switzerland, which is now close to maximum. At a groundbreaking ceremony held at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (KSRQ), Pilatus executives as well as representatives of regional authorities and organizations marked the official construction start of a new, state-of...

Airbus reports strong helicopter orders in 2025

Airbus Helicopters logged 544 gross orders (net: 536) in 2025, highlighting a strong market growth with a solid performance this year across the entire civil and military range. The orders came from 205 customers in 50 countries. The Company also saw a strong market momentum for its Uncrewed Aerial Systems  in 2025. In terms of unit bookings, Airbus Helicopters secured a market share of 51% o...

Air Taxi market to soar in India with Aeroberm vertiport network plans

Skyportz released new analysis identifying Delhi and India as a critical global market for air taxi deployment. The Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Vertiport Market Study, suggests India can develop into one of the world’s largest passenger air taxi markets over the next two decades. Delhi stands out as a high-potential launch city, with strong demand fundamentals and clear infrastruct...

Embraer brings new-generation power duo E195-E2 and KC-390 Millennium to the Singapore Airshow

Embraer announced its presence at the 10th edition of the Singapore Airshow, taking place from February 3 to 8. The company will display the world’s quietest, most fuel-efficient aircraft, the E195-E2, and the versatile multi-mission KC-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft, which was built and designed in the 21st century. Embraer’ strong presence at the...

Horizon Aircraft unveils key advances for full-scale Cavorite X7

Horizon Aircraft shares exciting technical updates on the Cavorite X7 that elevate safety, aerodynamics, and cruise performance.Following the successful transition flight of its large-scale prototype in May 2025 that validated company’s patented fan-in-wing technology, Horizon Aircraft has been designing and building its full-scale hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft. The Cavorite X7’s refin...

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced an order for nine 787 Dreamliners

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced Africa's largest carrier ordered nine 787 Dreamliner airplanes as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise. Ethiopian Airlines will leverage the 787-9 jets to grow its route network, which currently serves 145 international destinations. Airline's latest 787 purchase follows its commitment for 11 737 MAX jets(opens in a new tab) announced a...

One Air Aviation confirmed as Spain launch customer for the new Tecnam P2008JC NG

One Air Aviation confirmed as the launch customer in Spain for the newly introduced P2008JC NG. The agreement includes the acquisition of four P2008JC NG aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to commence in the second quarter of 2026. This investment marks a significant expansion of One Air’s existing Tecnam fleet, which currently includes eight P2008JC MkII Premi...

Bombardier Global 8000 receives certification from European Union Aviation Safety Agency

Bombardier Global 8000 received EASA certification. This follows Transport Canada Type certification on November 5, 2025, and U.S. FAA certification on December 19, 2025. Bombardier Global 8000 business jet, entered into service in December 2025. This exquisite ultra-long-range aircraft is the fastest civilian aircraft in the skies with a top speed of Mach 0.95 and a...

KLM to accelerate free in-flight wi-fi offering across Europe, powered by Viasat

Viasat  announced it will begin delivering a fast, full, and free in-flight connectivity experience for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, including KLM Cityhopper. The service will be available across the airline’s narrowbody and regional fleets and will be available to members of KLM’s Flying Blue loyalty program. KLM passengers can easily sign up on the spot to enjoy the service. KLM...

AIPA expands multi-engine IFR training fleet with new Diamond DA42-VI arrival from Australia

Auckland International Pilot Academy confirmed the arrival of a Diamond DA42-VI from Australia, strengthening AIPA’s advanced training capability as demand continues to grow for highly trained pilots across New Zealand and internationally. DA42-VI will supplement AIPA’s existing available DA42 resource, increasing capacity for multi-engine and IFR training and supporting consisten...

Bristow signs launch agreement with Electra to secure first delivery slot for EL9 aircraft

Electra and Bristow Group signed a pre-delivery payment deposit agreement with binding terms and conditions aligned to the commercial aviation industry standard, subject to aircraft certification, securing the first delivery slot for Electra's EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft, capable of carrying nine passengers with baggage or 3,000 pounds of cargo for 330 nautical miles, and has...

Daher strengthens its presence on Airbus’ A321 final assembly lines in France with an expanded contract

Daher has been entrusted with an industrial services assignment on Airbus’ second A321 final assembly line in Toulouse, France – effectively doubling the scope of its operations related to the build-up of this single-engine jetliner. Since 2022, Daher has been the lead service provider for the A321 FAL in Toulouse, named after Jean‑Luc Lagardère. At the end of 2025, Airbus...

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Avolon places landmark order for 110 Airbus A320neo and A330neo aircraft

Avolon, one of the world’s leading aviation finance companies, has reinforced its long-term growth strategy with a firm order for 110 Airbus aircraft, including 35 A330-900 widebodies and 75 A32...

Jungheinrich & Deutsche Aircraft set a new standard in aerospace logistics with automated warehouse for next-generation regional aircraft production

In a landmark step towards next-generation regional aircraft manufacturing, Jungheinrich has delivered an advanced automated logistics centre to Deutsche Aircraft at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Supporting...

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HondaJet APMG S upgrade package earns EASA validation

HondaJet Classic and APMG operators across the European Union can now access the latest enhancements developed for the HondaJet family following the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s valid...

Strategic alliance formed between AEE and Horizon Aircraft

  AEE Aircraft Electronic Engineering GmbH and Horizon Aircraft have joined forces to integrate advanced avionics capabilities into the Cavorite X7 hybrid-electric eVTOL programme. Throug...

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TECNAM unveils leadership transition as Giovanni Pascale Langer becomes CEO and Paolo Pascale Langer assumes Presidency

The Board of Directors of Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.p.A. has unanimously appointed Giovanni Pascale Langer as Chief Executive Officer, while Paolo Pascale Langer, who...

Garmin hits 1,000 King Air G1000 retrofits following landmark U.S. Army delivery

Marking a significant industry milestone, Garmin has delivered its 1,000th G1000 integrated flight deck retrofit for a King Air aircraft. The program has helped redefine cockpit modernizatio...

Air Tahiti debuts exclusive all-business class experience with ATR 72-600 HighLine

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Airbus secures CASA design approval, expanding its Australian capabilities

Airbus has secured 21.J Civil Design Organisation Approval from Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), marking a significant milestone for its local operations and enhancing its abi...