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Essential news for 09 Mar 2025

JetZero, Delta partner to design the future of air travel by advancing first-of-its-kind, 50% more fuel-efficient aircraft for domestic and international routes

JetZero partners Delta Air Lines on a revolutionary, more sustainable aircraft. JetZero fuel efficient blended-wing-body design is at the center of the collaboration and is one facet of Delta's ongoing journey to advance industry innovation, drive down cost through increased fuel-savings, elevate the customer experience and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. On the heels of the a...

The Airbus H160: a multi-mission dream for pilots and passengers

GDHF is a start-up helicopter leasing company that began business in April 2024 and aims to offer the most innovative and efficient vertical lift solutions to its clients. Signalling their intent by immediately signing for 50 H160 helicopters, CEO Michael York explains why they’re a perfect fit for his company’s ambitions. What is the main aim of GD Helicopter Finance? Michael Yo...

Tecnam Aircraft announced fleet agreement for 90 planes with US Aviation Academy

Tecnam and US Aviation Academy announced the expansion of its training fleet with the acquisition of 38 aircraft, consisting of the P2010 powered by the Lycoming IO-360 and the P2006T MKII powered by the Rotax 912S3, to be delivered from now until Q1/2026, with an option for 52 additional aircraft for 2026 and 2027. This strategic investment underscores the Acade...

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United installs Starlink on first regional aircraft

United installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft and unveiled details of the process to underscore the technical operations benefits associated with the equipment, including size and weight as well as the ease of install and maintenance. The airline expects to outfit 40+ regional aircraft each month beginning in May through the end of 2025 – average Starlink install ti...

GE Aerospace grants ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East Authorised Service Centre Status for Passport Engines

GE Aerospace has officially certified ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East as an authorised service centre for line maintenance on GE Passport engines, which power the Global 7500 aircraft. This makes ExecuJet MRO Services the sole ASC for this engine type in both North Africa and the Middle East.ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East has long maintained a strong relationship with GE and is already a...

OPUL Jets expands footprint with integration of Wallcourt Aviation

OPUL Jets announced the acquisition of Wallcourt Aviation. This strategic move unites two of the UK’s private aviation firms under the OPUL Jets brand, enhancing its global presence while preserving Wallcourt Aviation’s distinguished legacy of excellence in private jet charter. A key priority of this acquisition is ensuring continuity. Wallcourt Aviation’s existing management, op...

Riga Airport announces a construction tender for the reconstruction of Riga Airport's Apron 4

RIX Riga Airport has announced the first stage of construction procurement to select a contractor for the reconstruction project of Apron 4, supported by European Union funds. The funding contract was signed with the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency for the project titled "Reconstruction of Apron 4 at State Joint Stock Company ‘Riga International Ai...

SmartLynx Airlines transitions to a single-type aircraft operation in 2025

SmartLynx Airlines has decided to restructure its fleet and transition to single-type operations. The transition will be carried out gradually, with the goal of achieving a unified fleet composition by mid-2025. SmartLynx Airlines concluded 2024 with a fleet of 68 and record number of flights operated – more than 68 thousand. For the first time in the company’s history, passenger...