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Airbus takes superconductivity research for hydrogen-powered aircraft a step further

Airbus UpNext has launched a new technological demonstrator to accelerate the maturation of superconducting technologies for use in electric propulsion systems of a future hydrogen-powered aircraft. Known as Cryoprop, the new demonstrator will integrate and mature a two megawatt-class superconductin...

Satcom Direct celebrates first STC for SD Plane Simple Ka-band terminal

Satcom Direct has confirmed approval by Federal Aviation Administration for the first Supplemental Type Certificate for the SD Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount terminal for a Gulfstream G650. Equipping the Gulfstream GVI-type with the advanced technology represents a significant m...

FLYINGGROUP adds ninth PC-24 to management program

FLYINGGROUP has signed an agreement to add a ninth PC-24 to its fleet management program. Based at Antwerp International Airport, FLYINGGROUP offers its aircraft management and charter services worldwide. Established in 1995, the company currently operates a fleet of over 50 business jets, including nine PC-24s. New PC-24 with its unique design – elegant gray lines and Swiss edelwe...

Joby partners with Mukamalah Aviation

Joby Aviation has signed a MoU with Mukamalah, a wholly owned subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, to introduce Joby aircraft to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The MoU contemplates the parties working together to engage with key aviation stakeholders, including The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), to expedite Joby entry into the Saudi Arabia market, leading...

Honda Aircraft Company to display HondaJet Elite II at EBACE2024

Honda Aircraft Company will display the HondaJet Elite II at EBACE 2024. The latest HondaJet Elite II will be on display throughout the airshow from May 28 to 30, at AD_23. HondaJet Elite II takes performance and comfort in its category to the next level. With an extended range of up to 1,547 nautical miles, the aircraft bolsters its position as the most fuel-efficient jet that flies farther...

Thompson invests in inspiration and innovation for AIX

Thompson Aero Seating is bringing a confident mix of inspiration and innovation to AIX 2024 as it continues to invest in its expanding and evolving premium seating range. Andy Morris, Chief Commercial Officer at Thompson Aero Seating, commented: “Our Vantage seating family comprises ‘living products’ – seats that continually evolve with new, innovative features, c...

NIDC, AHQ Group and Embraer to cooperate in the development of aerospace ecosystem in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia National Industrial Development Center, AHQ Group and Embraer signed a Memorandum of Understanding to discuss a joint strategy to develop the local aerospace ecosystem. The signing ceremony was held in Riyadh, as part of the Future Aviation Forum. The agreement focuses on the adoption of Embraer aircraft by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as well as on potential t...

Airbus signs order with LCI and SMFL for 21 latest generation helicopters

Airbus Helicopters, LCI and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and SMFL announced an order for up to 21 of the latest generation helicopters. The major new order from LCI and SMFL’s joint venture leasing operation, SMFL LCI Helicopters (SMFLH), consists of 14 firm orders plus 7 options. It is made up of a mix of light twin H145, medium twin H160 and super medium H175...

Cessna SkyCourier earns FAA Certification for new Combi option

Federal Aviation Administration has granted certification of a new Combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft. The Combi option enables operators to transport nine passengers and cargo simultaneously. Deliveries of Cessna SkyCourier passenger units with the Combi option included are slated to begin later this y...

Boeing ecoDemonstrator to test technologies to improve cabin recyclability, operational efficiency

Boeing is testing three dozen technologies on its ecoDemonstrator program focused on strengthening operational efficiency and sustainability in cabin interiors, one of the most challenging parts of recycling an airplane. The company will begin testing this month using a 777-200ER . The Boeing ecoDemonstrator projects include: Airport operations: Testing to enable single-engine...

Archer Aviation partners with Etihad Aviation Training for EVTOL pilot training operations

Archer Aviation has signed a MOU with Etihad Training that lays the groundwork for a partnership to recruit and train prospective pilots for Archer Midnight aircraft in Abu Dhabi to fly aircraft across the UAE. The MOU was announced at the start of the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Archer is showcasing its Midnight aircraft for the first time in the country.&n...

Saudia Group orders 105 A320neo family aircraft

Saudia Group has signed a firm order for an additional 105 A320neo Family aircraft. The order comprises 12 A320neo and 93 A321neo aircraft. This increases Saudia Group’s Airbus aircraft order backlog to 144 A320neo family aircraft. Saudi Arabia is creating unprecedented opportunities for global aviation through the Saudi National Tourism Strategy, which targets more than 150 millio...

Gulfstream G650 and G650ER surpass 1 million flight hours

Gulfstream G650 and G650ER surpassed 1 million flight hours. With more than 560 aircraft in service worldwide, the fleet continues to deliver on its reputation as one of the most iconic aircraft programs in business aviation. When the G650 entered service in 2012, followed by the G650ER in 2014, the aircraft redefined business aviation. The G650 earned the 2014 Robert J. Collier Trophy for i...

F/LIST sets its sights on revolutionizing markets with the launch of the F/LAB innovation hub

F/LIST celebrated official opening of its newly expanded future laboratory, the F/LAB. The F/LAB represents the center of innovation for the Austria-headquartered business and is a dynamic hub for creative thinking, cross-discipline collaboration, and imaginative experimentation. The commercial launch marks its transition from an in-house concept, which has already successfully developed game...

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Electra demonstrates revolutionary airport operations with Ultra-Short Takeoff aircraft using helicopter-style procedures

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