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December 13, 2024
Bombardier Announces Changes to its Board of Directors
Bombardier is pleased to announce the appointment of Bettina Fetzer to its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025. Bettina Fetzer is Vice President Digital & Communications at Mercedes-Benz AG.
December 10, 2024
Dassault Aviation Highlight Latest Aircraft and Regional Support Services at MEBAA 2024
Dassault Aviation is displaying its new Falcon 6X extra wide body aircraft at the Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) Air Show in Dubai, which opened on December 10.
December 10, 2024
IC Leasing orders second Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
IC Leasing, a Dubai-based business aircraft leasing company, has signed an order for a Dassault Falcon 2000LXS, making it the second Falcon 2000LXS ordered by the company.
December 10, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East and Satys Aerospace Sign MoU to Support Aircraft Livery and Paint Services in Dubai
ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East, a fully owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Satys Aerospace, a leading provider of aircraft painting services, which is set to open a dedicated aircraft paint facility at Dubai South's Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
December 10, 2024
Pilatus Names Jet Aviation Dubai as Authorized PC-24 Service Center
Pilatus has approved Jet Aviation Dubai as an Authorized PC-24 Service Center. The company is already certified to offer maintenance services for the PC-12 single-engine turboprop – and now its maintenance portfolio also includes the Super Versatile Jet.
December 3, 2024
Duncan Aviation and Extant Aerospace Partner to Ensure Support for JET/L3 Legacy Aircraft Components
Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce a new partnership with Extant Aerospace to provide critical support for legacy aircraft components.
November 27, 2024
Duncan Aviation Offers Substantial Incentives for Select Gogo Connectivity Systems Installed Within its Satellite Network
In anticipation of a backlog for connectivity system upgrades in 2025, Duncan Aviation is encouraging customers to get ahead of the pack by offering sizeable future credits for upgrading from Gogo's legacy air-to-ground (ATG) systems...
November 25, 2024
Bombardier Appoints Caroline Maso as Chief Human Resources Officer
Bombardier today announced the appointment of Caroline Maso as Chief Human Resources Officer. Maso will report directly to Éric Martel, President and CEO of Bombardier and, effective early in the new year...
November 21, 2024
Bombardier's Global 7500 Business Jet Soars to New Heights, Continues Record-Setting Pace with 75 Speed Records
Bombardier today announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has soared to new record-setting heights, adding to its already impressive speed record performances with more than 75 records in the books – a truly incredible accomplishment.
November 11, 2024
VistaJet Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence with Top Industry Recognition at AsBAA Icons of Aviation Awards for the Sixth Consecutive Time
VistaJet, the world's first and only global private aviation company, was honored with the title of Best AOC Charter Operator at the prestigious Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) Icons of Aviation Awards.
October 31, 2024
Gulfstream Completes Emissions Testing of Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Zero Sulfur
Preliminary Results Show Positive Progress in Decreasing Overall Environmental Impacts
October 29, 2024
The Pilatus PC-12 Was Last Year's Most Flown Business Aircraft in the USA
The Swiss-Made PC-12 was last year's most frequently flown business aircraft in the USA. Specifically, 316,328 takeoffs by the "World's Greatest Single" were recorded between August 2023 and July 2024, representing 8.8 percent of all departures.
October 21, 2024
Bombardier's Global 8000, the World's Fastest Business Jet, Speeds Forward as Manufacturing Begins
Bombardier today announced that manufacturing of major structural components for the 1st Global 8000 production jet is underway across Bombardier facilities in Saint-Laurent (Québec), Red Oak (Texas) and Querétaro (Mexico).
September 30, 2024
Duncan Aviation Refurbishes Stunning Gulfstream G200
Duncan Aviation recently completed a stunning paint and interior refurbishment of a Gulfstream G200 at their full-service facility in Lincoln, Nebraska.
September 19, 2024
Duncan Aviation Delivers Timeless Falcon 2000EX
Duncan Aviation's experts at their full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Lincoln, Nebraska, took this legacy Falcon 2000EX and gave it new life.
September 2, 2024
Pilatus Receives Prestigious Living Legends of Aviation Award
Together with other members of the management representing the Pilatus Team, Markus Bucher, CEO of Pilatus, accepted an award for notable achievement in aviation at the "Living Legends of Aviation Europe Awards".
August 27, 2024
Pilatus to Expand Footprint in the United States
The Swiss manufacturer of the popular PC-12 single-engine turboprop and PC-24 Super Versatile Jet inks deal to develop a factory-owned flagship sales, design, and service center in Bradenton, Florida.
August 15, 2024
Bombardier's Global 7500 Business Jet Blazes Forward, Sets More Than 50 Speed Records in Under 50 Weeks
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft.
August 15, 2024
All-New Gulfstream G400 Completes First Flight
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft.
August 5, 2024
Embraer brings the Phenom 100EX, Phenom 300E and Praetor 600 to LABACE 2024 in São Paulo
The Phenom 100EX will make its Latin American debut at the event to be held at the Congonhas Airport
July 16, 2024
Bombardier Completes Installation of Solar Panels at London Biggin Hill Service Centre to Power More of its Operations with Renewable Energy, Proactively Continues to Reduce its Environmental Footprint

Bombardier announced today that more than 3,000 solar panels have been installed on the roof of Bombardier's London Biggin Hill Service Centre...
July 16, 2024
Global Jet Capital Appoints Tom Kacin as Vice President of Sales for Northeastern and Midwest U.S.
Global Jet Capital, a global leader in financial solutions for business aircraft, has appointed Tom Kacin to serve as the VP of Sales for the Northeastern and Midwest U.S. region.
July 15, 2024
Gulfstream Appoints Smitha Hariharan as Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed Smitha Hariharan as vice president and chief sustainability officer, effective immediately.
July 12, 2024
Gulfstream Customer Support Completes Savannah Service Center Expansion
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the official opening of its expanded Customer Support service center at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.
July 8, 2024
Gulfstream G700 Marks 100 Days Certified
Seamless Entry Into Service Demonstrates Program Excellence and Maturity
July 8, 2024
Bombardier Positions Challenger 3500 Business Jet Mockup in Olbia, Italy, For Customer Viewings Throughout the Summer
Bombardier is excited to announce the presence of the Challenger 3500 aircraft mockup at the private terminal of the Costa Smeralda Airport in Olbia, Italy.
June 19, 2024
Bombardier and F/LIST Introduce New Material Lounge at Bombardier London Biggin Hill Service Centre
Bombardier and F/LIST have announced the opening of a contemporary, 700-sq. ft. Material Lounge at Bombardier's London Biggin Hill Service Centre located at the London Biggin Hill Airport.
June 12, 2024
Bombardier Unveils Newly Branded Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 Aircraft at Catarina Aviation Show in Brazil, Kicking Off Demo Tour with World-renowned Jets
Bombardier announced today that its record-setting Global 7500 and best-selling Challenger 3500 aircraft will be on display during the Catarina Aviation Show...
June 11, 2024
India's New Civil Aviation Minister
Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu (born 18 December 1987) was announced as the Minister of Civil Aviation on June 10, 2024 in the newly formed Government of India, after the general elections in 2024.
June 5, 2024
Gulfstream G700 to Make Catarina Aviation Show Debut
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the newly in-service Gulfstream G700 is making its Catarina Aviation Show debut.
June 4, 2024
Pilatus and Synhelion Launch Partnership for Fuels Produced From Solar Energy
Pilatus and Synhelion are about to launch a strategic cooperation aimed at accelerating the scaling of solar fuels for the aviation industry.
May 29, 2024
Duncan Aviation Completes Large, Multi-Shop Project on Falcon 50
Duncan Aviation is excited to showcase a Falcon 50 that was refurbished at its full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in Lincoln, Nebraska.
May 28, 2024
Milestone 400th Cessna Citation Latitude Production Rollout Emphasizes its Leading Position in the Midsize Business Jet Market
Textron Aviation today announced that the 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet has rolled out of production at the company's factory in Wichita, Kansas, and is expected to be delivered later this year.
May 27, 2024
IBAC Marks IS-BAH 10 Year Anniversary with Salute to SRC Aviation
The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) announced the 10th anniversary of the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) programme at EBACE 2024 and honoured SRC Aviation of New Delhi, India, as the first ground handling organisation to reach the 10-year IS-BAH milestone.
May 27, 2024
SD confirms Avcon Jet as launch customer for SD Plane Simple^® fuselage mount ESA terminal
Satcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, confirms today at EBACE 2024, that Avcon Jet, one of the world's leading private aviation management companies is the launch customer for the SD Plane Simple^® Electronically SteeredAntenna (ESA) Ku-band, flat panel terminal.
May 27, 2024
SD announces industry-first monthly pricing model for SD Plane Simple^® Electronically Steered Antenna
Satcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, today at EBACE 2024, launched a new portfolio of pricing plans for customers equipping the SD Plane Simple^® Electronically Steered Antenna (ESA).
May 27, 2024
Best-Selling Cessna Citation Latitude and Flagship Citation Longitude to Offer New Advanced Avionics Features
Textron Aviation today announced advanced Garmin G5000 avionics enhancements coming to the best-selling mid-size business jet, the Cessna Citation Latitude, and the flagship of the Citation family of jets, the Citation Longitude.
May 23, 2024
Embraer Partners With Avfuel to Increase SAF Adoption
Embraer, a global leader in aerospace innovation, today announced a landmark agreement with Avfuel to increase its uptake of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ (SAF) at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) to one load per week.
May 22, 2024
FLYINGGROUP Adds Ninth PC-24 to Management Program
FLYINGGROUP has signed an agreement to add a ninth PC-24 to its fleet management program. The Belgian charter company has operated the Super Versatile Jet by Pilatus since 2020.
May 20, 2024
Cessna SkyCourier Earns FAA Certification for New Combi Option, Bringing Further Innovation and Functionality to Cargo and Passenger Transport
Textron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification of a new Combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft.
May 16, 2024
Gulfstream G650 and G650ER Surpass 1 Million Flight Hours
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the award-winning Gulfstream G650 and G650ER surpassed 1 million flight hours. With more than 560 aircraft in service worldwide, the high-performing fleet continues to deliver on its reputation as one of the most iconic aircraft programmes in business aviation.
May 15, 2024
Gulfstream G700 Earns EASA Certification
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, today announced the all-new Gulfstream G700 has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) type certification, following the aircraft's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification on March 29.
May 13, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney receives Transport Canada type certification for PW545D engine
Engine selected to power Textron Aviation's business jet delivers improved specific fuel consumption, greater thrust and extended time between overhauls
May 13, 2024
Bombardier Inaugurates New Aviator Lounge in the Principality of Monaco
Bombardier proudly opened the new Aviator Lounge by Bombardier, strategically located at the Monaco Yacht Club. H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco officially inaugurated the Lounge in the company of Pierre Beaudoin, Bombardier’s Chairman of the Board and other Bombardier’s senior leadership members.
May 7, 2024
Gulfstream G600 Earns FAA Steep-Approach Certification
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the clean-sheet, award-winning Gulfstream G600 has been certified for steep approach to landing by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), opening access to more airports around the world.
May 1, 2024
Gulfstream Promotes Anthony Newlin to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed Anthony Newlin to the position of senior vice president and chief information officer, effective May 31, 2024. He will succeed Sheryl Bunton, who will retire after nearly a decade with the company.
April 24, 2024
Gulfstream Begins G700 Customer Deliveries
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the commencement of customer deliveries for the all-new Gulfstream G700. The first two G700 aircraft have been delivered and are now in service with Gulfstream customers.
April 24, 2024
Bombardier Unveils Bold New Brand Identity Worldwide as Company Soars Toward an Ambitious Future
Bombardier, the worldwide leader in business aviation, today unveiled a new brand identity anchored by the evolution of the company's logo.
April 19, 2024
Embraer backlog reached the highest level over past 7 years and deliveries increased 67 per cent in 1Q24
Embraer delivered 25 jets in 1Q24, an increase of 67 per cent compared to the 15 aircraft delivered in 1Q23. Executive Aviation showed robust delivery growth, soaring from 8 to 18 jets during the period.
April 9, 2024
SD equips first delivered Dassault Falcon 6X with “nose-to-tail” connectivity
Switzerland-based charter provider CAT Aviation AG selected Satcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, to equip the first Dassault Falcon 6X to enter service with a suite of connectivity solutions.
April 9, 2024
Sirius India Airlines joins hands with Transworld Group's Airavat Aviation to Expand Air Charter Services in India
Sirius India Airlines Limited, a newcomer in the aviation sector, is making a dynamic entrance by venturing into the air charter business.
April 3, 2024
Bombardier Becomes Only Business Jet Manufacturer to Disclose Environmental Impact of its Entire Aircraft Portfolio
Bombardier today became the only business jet manufacturer to ever disclose the scientifically-analyzed environmental impact of its entire product portfolio.
April 3, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Australia Completes Heaviest Maintenance Check On Global Express
ExecuJet MRO Services Australia (ExecuJet), has completed its first 20-year maintenance check on a Global Express, the heaviest check one can do on this aircraft type.
April 1, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Opens Purpose-Built MRO Facility at Malaysia's Subang Airport
ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has moved into its new purpose-built maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility at Subang Airport near downtown Kuala Lumpur.
March 29, 2024
Gulfstream G700 Earns FAA Certification
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, today announced the all-new Gulfstream G700 has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification, paving the way for customer deliveries of the most spacious aircraft in business aviation.
March 27, 2024
Bombardier's Industry-Leading Global 7500 Aircraft Actively Touring Asia, Showcasing its Unrivalled Performance and Design Attributes
Bombardier today announced that its industry-defining Global 7500 is actively touring Asia this week with planned customer meetings in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Seoul.
March 25, 2024
Bombardier's Global 7500 Jet Sets More Than 30 Speed Records, as Precedent-Setting Program Operates Flawlessly Around the World
Bombardier today celebrated more impressive speed records on the Global 7500 aircraft, bringing the total to more than 30 and counting.
March 18, 2024
ExecuJet Haite Completes First Engine Change On Falcon Aircraft
ExecuJet Haite has completed its first engine change on a Falcon aircraft. The aircraft was a Falcon 7X, a trijet powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307A turbofans.
March 12, 2024
Global Jet Capital Appoints Mike Christie to Lead Americas Sales Team
Global Jet Capital has appointed Mike Christie to the position of Head of Sales for the Americas. He will succeed Steve Day, who is stepping down after more than 8 years with the company.
February 8, 2024
First New South Wales Ambulance PC-24 in Service
The New South Wales Ambulance Fixed Wing Aeromedical Operations brings its first PC-24 into service, demonstrating how this aircraft continues to live up to its namesake as the world's only Super Versatile Jet.
February 8, 2024
CAAC Certifies ExecuJet Haite For Gulfstream G650 Heavy Checks
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has certified ExecuJet Haite to perform heavy maintenance checks on Gulfstream G650 and G650ER aircraft.
February 6, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-52 selected to power new Piper M700 Fury^® single-engine turboprop
Next generation aircraft re-affirms PT6A's engine-of-choice status in general aviation and builds on long-standing relationship between the two companies
February 5, 2024
Global Jet Capital Marks a Decade with $4 billion in Aircraft Financing
Global Jet Capital (GJC) recently surpassed $4 billion in aircraft financing originations to users of new and pre-owned aircraft. This major milestone coincides with the company's commemoration of a decade in business and affirms GJC's unwavering commitment to providing a distinctive, customer-centric financing experience.
January 24, 2024
Bombardier Unveils University of Victoria as First Announced Academic Partnership in the Pan-Canadian EcoJet Research Project
Bombardier today unveiled the first of many academic collaborations on its trailblazing pan-Canadian and sustainability-focused EcoJet Research Project.
January 23, 2024
Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) Programme at Wings India 2024
Boeing conducts BUILD regional finals for the T-Hub Hyderabad incubation center at the airshow
January 10, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East Completes Heavy Maintenance Check, Cabin Refurbishment On Global 6000

Dubai - ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East, a Dassault Aviation subsidiary, has completed work on a Global 6000 that included an extensive cabin interior refurbishment, installation of a new satcom system and an airframe heavy maintenance check.
December 22, 2023
Bombardier Announces Firm Order for 12 Challenger 3500 Jets
Bombardier today announced that the company has received a firm order for 12 Challenger 3500 aircraft. The transaction for the firm order is valued at US$326.4 million based on list prices.
December 21, 2023
Pilatus Enters Agreement to Acquire Pilatus Focused Aircraft Maintenance Business From Aero Centers Epps

Founded in 1965, Epps Aviation has been an Authorized Pilatus Sales and Service Center since 1996.
December 20, 2023
Bombardier Celebrates Delivery of First Challenger 3500 Business Jet in Turkey to Long-Time Customer Arkasair
Bombardier today announced that long-time client Arkasair has added a Challenger 3500 business jet to its VIP Air Taxi and charter fleet, becoming the first customer of a Challenger 3500 aircraft in Turkey.
December 15, 2023
Boeing Appoints Key Senior Leaders
Boeing announced Chris Raymond as president and chief executive officer of Boeing Global Services (BGS). Raymond will succeed Stephanie Pope, who was recently named Boeing chief operating officer. Brian Moran has been named Boeing's chief sustainability officer, succeeding Raymond.
December 12, 2023
Minister of Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya Scindia chairs Advisory Group Meeting of Small Aircrafts & Helicopter Operators
The Minister envisages a Helicopter and Small Aircraft Special Cell
December 7, 2023
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada and Dassault Aviation celebrate the entry into service of the PW812D-powered Falcon 6X business jet
The PW800 is the most modern, efficient, quiet and environmentally responsible engine in its class
November 20, 2023
Gulfstream Completes World's First Trans-Atlantic Flight on 100 per cent Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Data Collected During This Mission Will Advance Industry Toward Net-Zero Goals
November 20, 2023
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada and Gulfstream successfully complete first 100 per cent SAF transatlantic flight with G600 business jet powered by PW800 engines
Pioneering flight supports aviation industry's goal of achieving net-zero CO₂ emissions
November 14, 2023
Eve and NATS Announce Collaboration to Develop Urban Air Mobility Traffic Management Services
Collaboration will enable the introduction and scaling of UAM across multiple countries
November 14, 2023
Eve Air Mobility and Hunch Mobility Collaborating to Bring eVTOL Flights to Bangalore
Revolutionising Urban Air Mobility, as plans for India's first electric commuter flights in Bangalore are unveiled, paving the way for sustainable, efficient, and affordable transportation
November 13, 2023
Eve and Kookiejar to Develop Urban Air Traffic Management System for Operations in Dubai
Eve Air Mobility ("Eve") and Kookiejar, a Swedish-based vertiport developer, have signed a letter of intent (LOI) for Eve's Urban ATM (Air Traffic Management) system to support vertiport operations in Dubai.
November 12, 2023
Bombardier Reaffirms Commitment to Cover Totality of Flight Operations with SAF, Maintains Sustainability Leadership in Business Aviation
Bombardier is proud to cement its industry leadership in sustainability by reaffirming its commitment to cover all its operational flights with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), utilizing the Book-and-Claim system.
November 9, 2023
InterGlobe Enterprises And Archer Aviation Announce Plans To Launch All-Electric Air Taxi Service Across India In 2026
Strategic initiative to provide an innovative and revolutionary urban transportation solution for the country.
November 8, 2023
Canadian Ornge Air Ambulance Service Upgrades Fleet With Order for Twelve PC-12s
Ornge, the provider of air ambulance and critical care transport services for the Canadian province of Ontario, will take delivery of twelve PC-12 single-engine turboprop aircraft between 2026 and 2030 to modernize its fleet and provide essential air medical services to its citizens.
November 8, 2023
Bombardier Brings Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 Business Jets to Dubai Air Show 2023, Showcases Defence Capabilities
Bombardier today announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 aircraft will be on display during the Dubai Air Show November 13-17 in Dubai, UAE revealing the uncompromising attributes of these impressive business jets.
November 6, 2023
Bombardier's Highly-Acclaimed Annual Safety Standdown Conference to Explore the Concept of “Integrity in Safety”
Bombardier's industry-leading Safety Standdown, a 'must-attend' safety conference promoting invaluable lifelong learning opportunities, is set to run November 7-9 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita, KS.
November 3, 2023
Embraer displays C-390, Super Tucano, E195-E2 and Praetor 600 at Dubai Airshow
Eve Air Mobility will showcase a full-size eVTOL cabin and a virtual reality experience in the advanced air mobility pavilion.
October 18, 2023
Pratt & Whitney Canada Appoints Duncan Aviation as Designated Overhaul Facility for Select PW300 and PW500 Business Aviation Engines
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) announced today that Duncan Aviation's facility in Lincoln, Nebraska, has been appointed a Designated Overhaul Facility for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of PW300 and PW500 turbofan engines that will become operational over the next two years.
October 17, 2023
AB Jets Achieves Hat Trick with the Addition of Three Bombardier Challenger 3500, Marking New Chapter for the Company
AB Jets and Bombardier announced today the acquisition by AB Jets of three Bombardier Challenger 3500 aircraft, with a contractual option to order a fourth by the end of 2023.
October 16, 2023
Global Jet Capital Amplifies Its Environmental Commitment
Global Jet Capital, a global leader in financial solutions for business aircraft, announced a strategic partnership with Azzera, an innovative provider of carbon offsetting and compliance solutions for business aviation.
October 16, 2023
Embraer and CAE to double Phenom 300 pilot training capacity in Las Vegas and London Burgess Hill
Embraer and CAE announced today that their joint venture, Embraer-CAE Training Services (ECTS), will add training capacity with the deployment of two new Phenom 300 full-flight simulators (FFS) to meet the growing demand for pilot training in Europe and the United States.
October 16, 2023
Bombardier Celebrates Delivery of 150th Global 7500 Aircraft, Reaffirms its Position as Undisputed Leader in Business Aviation
Bombardier today celebrated the recent delivery of its 150th-built Global 7500 business jet, the latest accomplishment for Bombardier's ultra-long-range program.
October 16, 2023
Bombardier Ramps Up Second Test Phase of EcoJet Research Project, Sees 18-Foot-Wide Prototype Flying
Bombardier today unveiled exclusive images of its EcoJet research project's second test phase to the attendees of NBAA-BACE 2023.
October 16, 2023
Bombardier, Duncan Aviation to Offer Gogo Business Aviation's 5G Connectivity Upgrade on Select Bombardier Aircraft
Bombardier and Duncan Aviation today announced the upcoming introduction of Gogo Business Aviation's 5G connectivity, with the installation of Gogo 5G Broadband System including the provisional installation of MB13 antennas...
October 16, 2023
Boeing Business Jets Unveils Premium Cabin Selections for VIP Jets
Boeing Business Jets (BBJ) customers have a new way to customize cabin interiors for the BBJ 737-7, reducing costs and accelerating delivery of new VIP jets, the company announced today.
October 16, 2023
Bombardier To Provide Product, Services and Sustainability Updates as part of NBAA-BACE Press Conference in Las Vegas
As part of NBAA-BACE Media Day, Bombardier leaders, including President and CEO Éric Martel, will outline key in-service milestones on the growing flagship fleet of Global 7500 aircraft, as well as confirm and detail on-track progress for the Global 8000 aircraft's flight testing.
October 15, 2023
Embraer's Phenom 300E and Praetor 600 complete 100 per cent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) flight tests
Embraer today announced it has successfully tested the Phenom 300E and Praetor 600 on 100 per cent neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
October 13, 2023
Embraer showcases complete portfolio of industry-leading aircraft at NBAA 2023
Embraer returns to the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) from October 17 to 19 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
October 12, 2023
Embraer announces new autothrottle feature for Phenom 300E
Embraer today announced a new autothrottle feature that will be available for the Phenom 300E aircraft.
October 10, 2023
Bombardier to Present Smoothest-flying Aircraft at NBAA-BACE 2023, Debut First Certified Pre-Owned Aircraft at U.S. Tradeshow
Bombardier today announced its impressive lineup of Challenger and Global aircraft on display at static during NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas October 17-19, highlighting the uncompromising attributes of its aircraft family.
October 10, 2023
The New PC-24 Is Here: More Range, More Payload, and Even More Possibilities
Beginning with new aircraft deliveries in 2024, Pilatus has extended the payload-range capability of its Super Versatile Jet to achieve a maximum range with six passengers of 2,000 nautical miles (3,704 kilometers).
October 9, 2023
Embraer reimagines excellence with the all-new Phenom 100EX
Embraer today unveiled the Phenom 100EX business jet, the company's latest evolution from the Phenom 100 series, which has served its loyal customers since 2008 with over 400 aircraft in operation.
October 3, 2023
Bombardier Introduces Smart Services Elite, the Most Comprehensive Option in the Industry-Defining Smart Services Portfolio
Bombardier has announced that it has expanded its industry-defining cost-per-flight-hour offerings with the introduction of Smart Services Elite.
September 19, 2023
Embraer and FlightSafety announce new Praetor full-flight simulator in Europe and open new location in the United States
Embraer and FlightSafety International today announced the opening of a new Praetor full-flight simulator in Orlando, Florida.
September 15, 2023
Zooom Airlines revives AOC to commence commercial passenger operations in India
This new Airline will try to redefine Indian Aviation with speed, safety, and service excellence
September 1, 2023
Vumlunmang Vualnam takes charge as Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation
Vumlunmang Vualnam assumed the charge of Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), Government of India, today vice Rajiv Bansal consequent upon his superannuation on August 31, 2023.
August 30, 2023
Bombardier Introduces Advanced Avionics Upgrade for In-Service Global Aircraft Equipped with the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck
Bombardier today introduced its new Advanced Avionics Upgrade (AAU) for the Bombardier Vision flight deck, a new avionics software and hardware enhancement that boasts the latest technology to enhance situational awareness and offer advanced visualization features.
August 4, 2023
Embraer brings Phenom 300E and Praetor 600 to LABACE 2023 in São Paulo
Embraer returns to the Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE) 2023 from August 8 to 10 in São Paulo.
August 3, 2023
Embraer deliveries increase 47 per cent in 2Q23 totaling 17 Commercial and 30 Executive Jets
Embraer delivered a total of 47 jets in the second quarter of 2023, of which 17 were commercial aircraft and 30 were executive jets (19 light jets and 11 midsize jets).
July 26, 2023
Airshare Continues Growth, Plans to Double Fractional Challenger Fleet with New Agreement Featuring Bombardier's Challenger 3500 Aircraft
Bombardier today announced that Kansas City-based private aviation company Airshare has committed to ordering up to 20 additional Challenger 3500 aircraft.
July 25, 2023
Spirit Air India Sign LoI to Acquire Six New BN2T-4S Britten-Norman Islander Aircraft
India-based domestic commuter airline Spirit Air has signed a Letter of Intent for the purchase of 6 factory new BN2T-4S turboprop Islander aircraft from UK aircraft manufacturer, Britten-Norman.
July 25, 2023
Boeing Forecasts Demand for 2.3 Million New Commercial Pilots, Technicians and Cabin Crew in Next 20 Years
The 2023 Pilot and Technician Outlook forecasts China, Eurasia and North America representing more than half of demand for aviation staffing through 2042
July 24, 2023
Pratt & Whitney Announces Over 400 PT6 E-Series™ Engine Family Deliveries, Surpassing 100,000 Flying Hours
Pratt & Whitney Canada, a business unit of Pratt & Whitney, announced today that it has delivered over 400 PT6 E-Series™ engines, with the fleet now having flown more than 100,000 hours worldwide.
July 21, 2023
ModAir Aviation announces induction of another Diamond DA42 aircraft
This aircraft would be leased to an upcoming Flight Training Organisation (FTO) preparing to commence operations in Madhya Pradesh
July 14, 2023
Pratt & Whitney appoints Ajay Surti as Head of its India Customer Training Centre
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced the appointment of Ajay Surti as the head of its India Customer Training Centre (ICTC) in Hyderabad.
July 13, 2023
UAE-based pilot training institute's Romanian acquisition expands Indian Student's prospects
Aviation pioneer Jaideep Mirchandani, Founder and Group Chairman of SkyOne FZE and Aerosiva Holding Limited, has expanded the scope of pilot training facilities beyond the UAE - much to the delight of Indian aviation aspirants.
July 12, 2023
Aero MRO India A&D 2023 to Showcase India's Rise in Civil and Military Aviation
It gives me pleasure to announce that the MRO Association of India is holding its annual event Aero MRO India A&D in New Delhi, November 21-22, 2023. The Theme of this year is "Preparing for the New Horizon."
July 5, 2023
MEHAIR confirms order for 50 PHA-ZE 100 aircraft
Mumbai based Maritime Energy Heli Air Services Pvt Ltd (MEHAIR) the pioneers of seaplane services in India since 2011 has signed an order for fifty, electrically powered regional amphibious aircraft PHA-ZE 100 with Switzerland based Jekta.
July 3, 2023
Bombardier Continues to Bolster Its Supply Chain by Completing the Acquisition of Latécoère's Electrical Wiring Interconnection System Business in Querétaro, Mexico
Bombardier today announced that it has completed the transaction to acquire Latécoère's assets and activities of its Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) business in Querétaro, Mexico.
July 3, 2023
CAPA India named official Knowledge Partner for Air Expo India 2023
CAPA India has been named today the official Knowledge Partner for the upcoming Air Expo India next December in New Delhi.
June 29, 2023
The First PC-12 NGX Is Flying in Japan Now!
The first PC-12 NGX has been handed over to OpenSky Inc., the Japanese “Private Jet Membership” company. From now on, the single-engine turboprop with its unique Asian-style design will carry passengers to destinations all over Japan.
May 25, 2023
Bird ExecuJet Airport Services named as sole General Aviation Facility (GAF) for Air Expo India 2023
Bird ExecuJet Airport Services Private Limited was named the sole General Aviation Facility for aircraft operating during the upcoming Air Expo India in December 2023 at New Delhi International Airport.
May 22, 2023
CAE announces Vienna, Austria as the location for its new business aviation training centre in Central Europe
CAE today announced at the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE 2023) that it is expanding its global network to Central Europe with a new business aviation training centre in Vienna, Austria, scheduled to begin operations in the second half of 2024.
May 22, 2023
Bombardier's Certified Pre-Owned Aircraft Program Continues to Flourish, Showcases Pristine Challenger 605 Aircraft at EBACE 2023
Bombardier today presented for the first time its turn-key Certified Pre-Owned aircraft program (CPO) by showcasing a pristine Challenger 605 aircraft...
May 22, 2023
Bombardier Achieves Important Milestones on EcoJet Research Project, Continues Industry-Defining Work Toward Sustainable Aviation
Bombardier presented the progress made on its EcoJet research project, a research platform that aims to develop technologies with the goal of reducing aircraft...
May 22, 2023
Bombardier Challenger 3500 Business Jet Makes European Debut at EBACE 2023
Bombardier will debut the award-winning Challenger 3500 business jet to the European market, as all gather at the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland.
May 22, 2023
VIP customers order up to four Boeing Business Jets
Boeing announced today orders for up to four premium, ultra-long-range Boeing Business Jets (BBJ). The orders to undisclosed VIP customers include two BBJ 787-8s, one BBJ 737-7 jet and an option to purchase a BBJ 777-9.
May 22, 2023
Pratt & Whitney Canada Launches PW545D Engine to Power New Cessna Citation Ascend
Pratt & Whitney Canada, a business unit of Pratt & Whitney, today announced that its new PW545D engine will power the Cessna Citation Ascend, the latest addition to Textron Aviation's business jet family.
May 18, 2023
Embraer showcases Phenom 300E, Praetor 500 and Praetor 600 at EBACE 2023 in Geneva
Embraer returns to the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2023) taking place from May 23-25, 2023 in Geneva, Switzerland.
May 17, 2023
European clients heading west to optimize multiple capabilities from Flying Colours Corp.
Flying Colours Corp., the North American maintenance, repair, overhaul, and completions business, is attracting increased interest from European business aircraft owners and operators seeking a single source of capabilities...
May 12, 2023
Pilatus Hands Over the 2,000th PC-12 to PlaneSense^®
Today's handover of the 2,000th PC-12 by Pilatus to PlaneSense^®, its longstanding US customer, was marked by a large ceremony at the company's headquarters in Stans, Switzerland and attended by over 2,000 employees.
May 11, 2023
M Jets Indamer's appointed as official FBO-MRO services provider for Air Expo India 2023
M Jets Indamer's appointed as official FBO-MRO services provider for Air Expo India 2023.
May 8, 2023
Textron Aviation brings peace-of-mind technology to the Beechcraft Denali cockpit
With customer input at the forefront of its product investments, Textron Aviation announced it is bringing the revolutionary Garmin Emergency Autoland system to its new clean-sheet design Beechcraft Denali single-engine turboprop.
May 5, 2023
Bombardier Launches Iridium Certus Connectivity Service as Baseline Feature on Challenger 3500 Aircraft
Bombardier today announced that all Challenger 3500 aircraft will now be equipped with Iridium Certus connectivity as a baseline feature, providing clients with a highly reliable internet service.
May 2, 2023
Bombardier Leads Industry-Wide Sustainability Efforts with Landmark Environmental Product Declarations for Global 5500 and Global 6500 Aircraft
Bombardier today announced that it has completed a thorough analysis of the Global 5500 and Global 6500 in order to publish Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for two of its large aircraft.
May 1, 2023
Pilatus PC-12 Fleet Surpasses Ten Million Flight Hours
The global fleet of more than 1,900 Pilatus PC-12s cruises past the ten million flight hours milestone since delivery of the first model. Pilatus leadership sees even greater future sales opportunities for the "World's Greatest Single".
April 20, 2023
Platoon Avaition Receives Their Sixth PC-24
Once again Pilatus and Platoon Aviation can celebrate this year the handover of two more PC-24 aircraft. With the handover of Super Versatile Jet, serial number 306, the German charter operator has grown its fleet to six PC-24s within just three years.
April 19, 2023
Bombardier Achieves Regulatory Approvals for Installation of Smart Link Plus System on In-Service Challenger and Global Aircraft
Bombardier today announced major advancements in its comprehensive *Smart Link Plus connected aircraft system with several key regulatory approvals.
March 2, 2023
Pilatus Reports One of Its Best Years Ever
The 2022 financial year was a very successful one for Pilatus. The company benefitted from high demand, despite the unpredictable period. With sales of 1.3 billion Swiss francs, operating income of 226 million Swiss francs and orders worth 1.6 billion Swiss francs, Pilatus achieved a very positive set of results.
February 28, 2023
Jetfly Receives Tenth PC-24 Super Versatile Jet
Jetfly has now taken delivery of its tenth PC-24, finished in an eye-catching Philippe Starck design. It marks another milestone in a successful partnership of over 20 years between Pilatus and the world's largest PC-24 operator, the Luxembourg-based fractional ownership specialist.
February 22, 2023
Embraer's Phenom 300 becomes world's best-selling light jet for 11th consecutive year
For the 11th consecutive year, Embraer's Phenom 300 series has become the world’s best-selling light jet, according to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
February 6, 2023
Bombardier CEO Éric Martel Evolves Leadership Team Structure as Part of Forward-Looking Growth Strategy, Building on Company Momentum
Bombardier today announced a leadership team evolution that will focus on carrying forward the company's positive momentum toward executing long-term growth and optimization strategies in the key areas of defense, services...
February 2, 2023
JetHQ Opens North Texas Office, Serving Growing Market Demand
The North Texas private aircraft marketplace is home to young buyers with diverse backgrounds and mission requirements.
February 2, 2023
Global Jet Capital Surpasses $3.5B in Aircraft Financing Originations
Global Jet Capital is recognised worldwide for its singular focus on financing business aircraft
January 19, 2023
Embraer's Phenom 300MED Receives FAA and EASA Certification
The Phenom 300MED, has received the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
January 18, 2023
Europe, Middle East and Africa Aircraft Market Returning to Balance
Sellers have had the upper hand in global aircraft transactions the past two years. Inventory shortages and high demand for ownership in the aircraft market have created unprecedented price increases throughout the world, particularly affecting buyers outside of the United States and the Americas.
December 21, 2022
Statement from Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier
Today's geopolitical landscape is complex, and countries around the world are developing technologies to defend their borders and sovereignty in the face of emerging threats.
December 20, 2022
JetHQ Expands Southeast Asia Sales Team
JetHQ serves aircraft buyers and sellers around the globe through a network of experienced aviation professionals.
December 8, 2022
Successful debut of TUPAN HS-VSTOL drone
The absolute highlight of Tupan Aircraft's stand during the MEBAA 2022 air show in Dubai, was the visit of his highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
December 6, 2022
Pilatus Delivers First PC-12 NGX to Tradewind Aviation
Tradewind Aviation accepted delivery of their first PC-12 NGX during a ceremonial handover at the Pilatus US subsidiary in Broomfield, Colorado. The delivery marks the first of twenty PC-12 NGXs to be delivered to Tradewind's headquarters in Oxford, Connecticut, over the next five years.
December 6, 2022
Bombardier Breaks Ground on Abu Dhabi Service Centre, Expands Aftermarket Footprint in United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Bombardier today announced the official groundbreaking of its new service centre at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
December 5, 2022
Lufthansa Technik awarded contract for VIP cabin completion of an ACJ320neo
Lufthansa Technik AG recently received an order from an unnamed private customer for the VIP interior of a brand-new Airbus ACJ320neo.
November 24, 2022
Fly Elegantly with CIAL
India's first Charter Gateway, CIAL's Business Jet Terminal to be launched on December 10
October 31, 2022
Ali Ahmed Alnaqbi re-elected to chair the IBAC for the second time in a row
The Middle East & North Africa's leading business aviation advocate, MEBAA Chairman – Ali Ahmed Alnaqbi, was re-elected to Chair the Governing Board of the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) for the second time in a row for a period of three years (2023 - 2025).
October 13, 2022
High Demand for the PC-12 NGX and PC-24
Exhibiting both the PC-12 NGX and the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet at the world's premier business aviation show, the National Business Aviation Association & Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), Pilatus confirms very high demand for both aircraft.
October 5, 2022
Introducing Dassault Aviation Business Services—A New Name for One of Business Aviation's Most Respected MRO Brands
As of today, TAG Maintenance Services, one of the industry's major Maintenance Repair and Overhaul providers, will be rebranded Dassault Aviation Business Services (DABS).
September 29, 2022
Bombardier Introduces Innovator, Investor and F1 Team Owner Toto Wolff as Worldwide Brand Ambassador
Bombardier today introduced Toto Wolff as its worldwide brand ambassador. For many years, Toto has turned to Bombardier jets to quickly, efficiently and smoothly travel between business and motorsport engagements around the world.
September 27, 2022
Bombardier Expands Worldwide Footprint with Grand Opening of New Service Centre in Australia
Bombardier today announced the grand opening of its new Melbourne Service Centre at Essendon Fields Airport in Melbourne, Australia.
September 23, 2022
Pilatus Acquires American Sales and Service Centre Skytech Inc.
Founded in 1976, Skytech Inc. is a specialist service provider and aircraft vendor with two locations in the US states of Maryland and South Carolina.
September 20, 2022
Bombardier Celebrates Entry-into-service of Challenger 3500 Launch Customer Aircraft
Bombardier announced today that its new award-winning Challenger 3500 business jet, destined for the program's launch customer, Les Goldberg, Chairman and CEO of Entertainment Technology Partners, has entered into service.
September 19, 2022
Bombardier's New Challenger 3500 Business Jet Wins Another Prestigious Design Award
Bombardier is proud to announce that its newest business jet, the Challenger 3500 aircraft, has been honored as the “Grand Winner” in the Industrial Design...
September 19, 2022
Bombardier Announces the Winners of its 2021 Diamond Supplier Program
Bombardier has awarded 18 of its suppliers with the prestigious Diamond certification, recognizing them for their excellence in operational performance standards for 2021, as well as for their commitment to continuous improvement.
September 14, 2022
Pratt & Whitney Canada's PW812GA Engine Receives Type Certification from Transport Canada in Critical Milestone for the Gulfstream G400 Program
Pratt & Whitney Canada, a business unit of Pratt & Whitney, announced today that its PW800 engine program has reached a key milestone with the Type Certification of its PW812GA engine by Transport Canada Civil Aviation.
September 13, 2022
Tamarack Completes the First Upgrade of the All-New Cessna Citation M2 GEN2
Tamarack Aerospace Group in Idaho have announced the first upgrade of the latest Textron Aviation Citation M2 GEN2.

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