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The G650 aircraft family has set over 125 world speed records, including a round-the-world flight with just one stop.
Final Gulfstream G650 completes production
February 18, 2025
The last G650 has moved to Gulfstream’s Appleton facility for completions before delivery, while the fleet continues to set records and influence the next generation of aircraft.
Earhart: Welcome onboard as we go global
January 28, 2025
This issue of Business Air News is larger and reaches an even greater worldwide audience than ever. Buckle up and enjoy our unique news and features!
Imtiyaz Manzary, general manager for generation aviation at GACA.
Saudi Arabia opens domestic aviation to international charter
February 18, 2025
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia is opening its domestic private aviation to international charter flight operators.
Laitat says that if you grow too quickly, you can end up disappointing valued customers.
Challenger 605 is a strong addition to JetHouse’s burgeoning AOC
February 18, 2025
Hervé Laitat is a well-known figure in European business aviation, as the former principal at Abelag. With JetHouse he established his own AOC, a year ago with a Falcon 7X: A Challenger 605 is next.
The Praetor 600 is a smart machine.
Praetor 600 takes AirSprint fleet to 40
February 17, 2025
By offsetting carbon emissions for 100 per cent of its flights, prioritising fuel-efficient aircraft and embracing innovative technologies, AirSprint says it sets the benchmark for sustainable practices in Canadian aviation.
Helijet International president and CEO Danny Sitnam, co-founder and CEO of the Maple Hope Foundation Svitlana Kominko and Unite With Ukraine director Andrew Potichnyj.
Helijet lends a helping hand to Ukraine with S-76A air ambulance
February 16, 2025
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, Helijet has been providing relief assistance by facilitating the staging of medical supply shipments. A helicopter is going to be a big help.
NeXus includes a Smart Throttle.
Dassault makes key hires as seminar series looms
February 16, 2025
There's plenty going on at Dassault. The company has made three key appointments and is looking forward to a productive series of seminars kicking off in April. It is also showcasing NeXus, its innovative cabin technology.
UCAC is marketing the CJ3 for charter.
United brings charter CJ3 to Evansville
February 16, 2025
With its new charter operation (plus brokering services), United Companies Air Center facilitates private aviation flights for up to eight passengers in a CJ3, providing comfort, convenience and safety for each journey.
Attendees had the chance to engage with thought leaders on subjects such as communication, emotional intelligence and strategic decision-making.
NBAA Leadership Conference inspires professionals in Florida
February 10, 2025
Attendees gained leadership insights, connected with industry peers and engaged with thought leaders on the future of business aviation.
The AW189s will operate on the Norwegian continental shelf.
Lufttransport tasked with flying handful of AW189s
February 10, 2025
Lufttransport has extensive experience in dealing with Norwegian weather conditions, its safety record is good and both the Norwegian civil aviation authority and Equinor have deemed the company qualified for offshore work.
Part of the BM Ambulance Group, SkyCare Repatriation has over a decade of experience in medical repatriations and already operates a fleet of 60 ground ambulances.
SkyCare to offer repatriations out of Biggin Hill
February 10, 2025
For the last decade, SkyCare has carried out road ambulance missions all over the UK. In a move expected to boost safety, reliability and speed, the organisation has plumped for a Pilatus PC-12NGX for aeromedical work.
Embraer president and CEO Michael Amalfitano and Flexjet CEO Michael Silvestro.
Flexjet puts pen to paper for giant Embraer order
February 9, 2025
Flexjet has a history of being the first fleet customer for three Embraer products; the Legacy Executive in 2003, the Phenom 300 in 2010, the Legacy 450 in 2016 and the Praetor 500/Praetor 600 in 2019.
Air Bravo president and CEO Rick Horwath declares the aircraft a perfect fit for carrying cargo.
Air Bravo debuts the SkyCourier in Canada
February 9, 2025
With the ability to be operated by a single pilot, the SkyCourier is an ideal solution for air freight, passenger and special missions. This mission profile aligns well with the specialisms of Thunder Bay’s Air Bravo.
The helicopter is a proven charter machine.
Tropic in Tanzania opts for dynamic AS350B3
February 9, 2025
A new Airbus AS350B3 will enhance Tropic Helicopters Tanzania’s fleet by providing superior rescue capabilities. Renowned for its high-altitude performance, the aircraft will frequent Kilimanjaro.
Like its previous Hawker aircraft, Voluxis hopes this will prove a very popular choice for charter clients.
Hawker 850XP joins Voluxis charter fleet
January 31, 2025
The addition will be based between Farnborough and Biggin Hill airports and has a range of around six hours. It has a ‘stunning‘ 2024-refurbished interior.
Bruno Even is reflecting on a solid 12 months.
2024 sees a strong showing for Airbus Helicopters
January 31, 2025
Airbus Helicopters celebrated a number of milestones last year, with success in the civil and parapublic markets. Its facility at Fort Erie in Canada turned 40, and the 450 orders gives it a 57 per cent market share.
The Citation X is renowned for refinement.
Citation X provides a speedy solution for Modesto
January 27, 2025
Modesto’s growing charter fleet now includes a Citation X, two PC-24 light business jets, two Nextant 400 light jets, King Airs and PC-12s. In addition to its charter work it is also responsible for an FBO in California.
Starting in NYC, Flewber plans to expand its Cirrus Vision Jet service to Florida, Las Vegas and Dubai.
Flewber deal puts Creatd at forefront of regional air mobility sector
January 27, 2025
On-demand AI booking platform Flewber has gone under the hammer in a $7.5m deal that leverages its first mover advantage in the regional air mobility space.
Founder Algernon Trotter, CEO David Bergold, chief experience officer Julia Feddern and COO Alexander Stevens.
Luminair adds aircraft and maximises social media
January 27, 2025
By April, Luminair expects to be operating three XLS+, with a Falcon 900LX trio also set to land with the operator this year. It is making active use of social media platforms in order to drive awareness and bookings.
More than 80 highly skilled staff members oversee a fleet of nine aircraft, which includes Cessna Caravans, Cessna Grand Caravans and Pilatus PC-12s.
Northway acquires SkyNorth following funding boost
January 24, 2025
SkyNorth is a 20-year-old dedicated air ambulance provider operating from three strategically located hangar facilities in Winnipeg, Thompson and Garden Hill/Island Lake, Manitoba. Northway has been going for 60 years.
The King Air 360ER has a range of 1,800 nm.
Sun Air Jets delighted with incoming King Air
January 24, 2025
An eight-passenger King Air 360ER has joined the Sun Air Jets fleet. The aircraft looks the part inside and out, and is expected to perform well too, thanks to a pair of Pratt & Whitney PT6A-60As.
Voluxis CEO Warren Gravell is full of confidence for the months ahead.
Farnborough hub is only the beginning for Voluxis
January 24, 2025
Voluxis now has four offices around the world, at Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Singapore and Dubai. The company views Farnborough as a location full of promise, and it is also experiencing plenty of interest in Asia.
The new Rega helicopter is the first of 21 new rescue helicopters of the type Airbus H145 D3.
Rega accepts first five-blade H145 in fleet upgrade
January 24, 2025
An Airbus H145 D3 is joining the Rega fleet and will perform air ambulance missions by the time it has been kitted out by the team. The operator is planning to replenish its roster and replace its fleet by 2026.
The DXV facility is one of four sites being developed as part of an initial air taxi network by Skyports.
Skyports receives approval for UAE's first commercial vertiport design
January 20, 2025
The approval marks a major step in building Dubai’s air taxi network, with Dubai International Vertiport facility operations set to launch in 2026.
The market for TBM and Kodiak models remains resilient, driven by the aircraft's versatility and operational efficiency.
Daher delivers 82 TBM and Kodiak aircraft in 2024
January 20, 2025
Increased demand and new orders drove expansion across the Americas and Europe in both public service sectors and private aviation markets.
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