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Thales and Ankaa to deliver multi-mission Air Traffic Surveillance radars for Oman, capable of supporting both civil and military operations

Aeroberm releases Shenzhen & Greater Bay Area Vertiport Market Study as Hong Kong's low-altitude economy accelerates

Aeroberm will release its Low Altitude Economy Vertiport Market Study for Shenzhen and the Greater Bay Area at LEAP East 2026 in Hong Kong this week, as the region moves from pilot programs toward full commercial rollout of eVTOL aircraft. The release comes as Hong Kong ramps up...

Daher Aircraft steps up its support and logistics capabilities with an expanded new facility in western France

Daher Aircraft inaugurated a new spare parts, maintenance, equipment overhaul and logistics center in western France that expands the company’s support capabilities for a broad range of aircraft – from helicopters and training airplanes to legacy general aviation types built by its prede...

Thales introduces new Search & Landing Light to maximise visibility in critical helicopter missions

Thales introduces its new generation Search & Landing Light, one of the most advanced, reliable and versatile helicopter illumination systems available today. Combining native 360° swivelling coverage, a compact flush-mounted design and a software-defined, connected architecture, the new high-power SLL delivers unrestricted illumination and mission-tailored functionality for a wide range o...

One year on: Baykar stabilizes and relaunches Piaggio Aerospace

Turkish aerospace leader marks the first year of ownership with a new industrial plan, a relaunched brand, sustained employment, and investment well beyond original commitments - setting Piaggio on a path back to profitability. Nearly one year after completing its acquisition of Piaggio Aerospace on 30 June 2025, Baykar today summarized the progress achieved in stabilizing and transforming on...

High-speed internet now available on PC-24 Super Versatile Jet

Pilatus announced the introduction of Gogo Galileo as a factory-installed connectivity option for the PC-24, delivering global, high-speed broadband to the world’s first and only Super Versatile Jet. The system is set to enter service, bringing fast, low-latency connectivity to owners wherever they fly. The system is certified by FAA and EASA. New connectivity solution built on the...

Tecnam and Oriens Aviation expand partnership to the Netherlands

Tecnam is expanding its partnership with Oriens Aviation. Back in 2021 Oriens became the authorised Sales and Service Centre for the British Isles. Now the company is establishing a dedicated subsidiary to serve as the exclusive Tecnam dealer for the Netherlands. Oriens Aviation demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the Tecnam brand over past five years. Their pro...

Air Peace expands fleet with Embraer E175 to boost regional connectivity in West Africa

Embraer delivered first brand-new Embraer E175 airplane to Air Peace. The delivery further strengthens the partnership between Embraer and Air Peace, beyond their operations of the larger E195-E2 and the smaller ERJ145 fleet. The E175 will support Air Peace in its ambition to increase connectivity in Nigeria and the region, whilst providing more capacity flexibility to the airline. Arjan Meijer...

SAS orders 18 Airbus A330neo to accelerate growth and fleet modernisation

Scandinavian carrier SAS has placed a firm order with Airbus for 18 A330-900 aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The agreement was signed during a ceremony in Copenhagen by Anko van der Werff, SAS CEO and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business. The aircraft will support SAS’ ongoing international network expans...

Embraer Praetor 500E triple certified - by ANAC, FAA, and EASA

Embraer Praetor 500E has received triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority ANAC, FAA, and EASA. Introduced in February 2026 alongside the Praetor 600E as the first evolution of the industry-leading Praetor family, the Praetor 500E is now approved for operation in key global markets. This milestone follows the Praetor 600E’s triple certification in April 2026, marking...

SITA | Tech drove down mishandled bag rates by 23% in 2025, but mishandling still costs the industry $6.3 billion a year

In 2025, the industry made its strongest progress outside the pandemic, even as passenger numbers rise. Mishandled baggage rates dropped 23%, a sign that digital transformation efforts are taking hold, according to the SITA 2026 Baggage IT Insights report, the 20th annual edition of the industry benchmark. But the bigger story is not just improvement. It’s the gap that remains. Mis...

Frontier scimitar propeller STC approved for Continental-powered Cessna Skywagons

Hartzell Propeller has secured STC approval on its new Frontier aluminum propeller for Cessna 180 Skywagon airplanes equipped with Continental O-470 engines. Targeted to serve Skywagon models A-J, the Frontier joins the extensive Top Prop lineup to offer a true performance-enhancing, cost-effective solution to upgrading the utility and backcountry legend. The 88-inch prop, in an all-...

Vertical Aerospace selects Astronics as low-voltage power distribution supplier for Valo

Vertical Aerospace announced a long-term agreement with Astronics Corporation to supply the low-voltage power distribution system for Vertical's Valo eVTOL aircraft. Under the agreement, Astronics will provide the aircraft's LV power distribution system, including power conversion and distribution hardware that manages and protects electrical power for critical aircraft systems....

Diamond Aircraft delivers first DA20i Katana aircraft to AELO Swiss Academy

Diamond Aircraft handed over the first two DA20i Katana aircraft to AELO Swiss Academy during an official ceremony held at the company’s headquarters in Wiener Neustadt. The delivery marks the first milestone in a multi-aircraft agreement announced in October 2025. The new aircraft will support AELO’s continued expansion and commitment to providing high-quality, modern pilot train...

Cirrus opens New Talent Center to advance workforce development

Cirrus opened its brand-new Duluth-based Talent Center a multi-million-dollar investment that serves as a hub for community engagement, recruiting, and workforce development. Designed to connect individuals with careers in aerospace, the Talent Center provides direct access to recruiting, technical training, and career development resources in one public-facing, centralized location. The...

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