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The aircraft is powered by two wing-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65SC turboprop engines and features the McCauley Propeller C779, a heavy-duty and reliable 110-inch aluminium four-blade propeller.
Transport Canada becomes the latest to certify SkyCourier
December 19, 2024
The Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine, high-wing turboprop offers a combination of performance and lower costs for air freight, commuter and special mission operators. TCCA, FAA and ANAC have approved the type.
The M700 Fury, Piper's fastest single-engine aircraft to date, boasts a maximum cruise speed of 301 kts and a maximum range of 1,424 nm.
Piper M700 Fury earns the nod from UK CAA
December 19, 2024
Designed with a focus on safety and simplicity, the M700 Fury features Garmin's Electronic Stability Protection (ESP), SurfaceWatch and SafeTaxi, enhancing pilot situational awareness. Deliveries to the UK are imminent.
The HondaJet is an enticing charter proposition.
Half a dozen HondaJets boost Leviate fleet
December 19, 2024
This fleet expansion is part of Leviate's broader growth strategy, which encompasses multiple aircraft categories. The company currently operates a diverse portfolio including Citations, Challengers and a PC-24.
The next president and CEO of GAMA James Viola.
GAMA introduces Viola as incoming president and CEO
December 16, 2024
The former president and CEO of VAI James Viola takes over from outgoing GAMA leader Pete Bunce with effect from March 2025. The appointment is applauded by US aviation associations.
The MoU signing ceremony where Honeywell agrees to provide an array of connectivity products and services to the Sino Jet fleet.
Sino Jet opens Middle East HQ and expands collaboration with Honeywell
December 16, 2024
As a cornerstone of its international strategy, the Middle East international headquarters will significantly enhance global operational capabilities. And Sino Jet will avail itself of Honeywell’s JetWave X satcom system.
Charter operator MHS Aviation has welcomed a Falcon 900EX from management arm Elangeni.
MHS welcomes Falcon 900EX to charter fleet
December 16, 2024
The Falcon 900EX is managed by Elangeni on an Austrian AOC, and is available for world-wide charter without owner approval.
A look at Gama’s base maintenance services.
Gama adds Maltese AOC to the mix
December 16, 2024
Gama Aviation has added a Maltese AOC to its portfolio, enabling the transition of three aircraft including a Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global to the Maltese register.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony at ExecuJet Middle East's Dubai terminal.
ExecuJet Middle East opens Dubai terminal
December 16, 2024
The new terminal is intended to meet increasing demand amid a growth period for luxury aviation services in the UAE.
Svenja Wortmann, managing director of DC Aviation Group; Khader Mattar, founder of IC Leasing; and Carlos Brana, EVP for civil aircraft at Dassault Aviation.
DC Aviation adds Falcon 2000LXS to fleet
December 12, 2024
Arriving in Q2 2025, the latest addition will be the third of the Falcon 2000 series in its fleet, and its second 2000LXS model.
The aircraft is based on a TBM and features e-propellers.
EcoPulse concludes electric flight test campaign
December 12, 2024
The EcoPulse demonstrator benefits from the aerodynamic and acoustic integration expertise of Airbus, which has developed the flight control computer enabling aircraft manoeuvres via e-propellers and synchro-phasing.
Can Şaşmaz is an MRO expert.
AlexJet becomes Falcon Luxe with Şaşmaz at the helm
December 12, 2024
AlexJet has been merged into the Falcon set of brands, which also includes FBO, MRO and flight support. As Falcon Luxe it is responsible for operating 10 aircraft, with a Global Express 6500 set to join late this year.
Red Sea Global Group CEO John Pagano with Adel Mardini, founder and CEO of Jetex.
Jetex becomes exclusive operator of Red Sea terminal
December 12, 2024
Jetex is to run one of the five mini terminals at Red Sea International airport, its first major venture in Saudi Arabia. The FBO will blend beautiful design, exceptional experience and a commitment to honouring nature.
Passengers will be able to stream movies and tv shows, watch live sports and work uninterrupted while flying at 45,000ft.
Qatar Executive innovates with Starlink and safety enhancements
December 12, 2024
The company has made significant updates to its fleet with the integration of Starlink satellite internet and the MedAire360 safety system.
The highly popular Global 7500.
Bombardier delivers 200th Global 7500
December 11, 2024
The company has celebrated a landmark achievement in deliveries of its business jet, the record holder of the longest recorded flight in its class.
Holger Ostheimer, managing director of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim.
DCAF upsizes charter fleet to meet growing demand
December 9, 2024
The Dubai-based business aviation services provider has added new aircraft to enhance its luxury travel options for high-net-worth clients.
Laurent Mekies, team principal of VCARB; Daniel Rudas, general manager and COO of Hahnair; Yuki Tsunoda, VCARB official driver; Joshua Carrera-Sondermann, F/O and F1 project manager, Hahnair; Liam Lawson, VCARB official driver; and Peter Bayer, CEO of VCARB.
Hahnair partners with F1 team VCARB
December 9, 2024
As part of a multiyear agreement, Hahnair is set to support the team’s global travel logistics for its upcoming Grand Prix events and beyond.
One of Surf Air's new Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft from Textron Aviation.
Surf Air Mobility expands fleet with Cessna deliveries
December 9, 2024
The company has taken on four new turboprop aircraft to broaden its existing network and launch new routes across the US.
Gulfstream's wing production facility at its headquarters.
Gulfstream produces 1,000th aircraft wing
December 9, 2024
The company's Savannah, Georgia-based manufacturing facility began manufacturing in 2012, with production ramped up in 2022.
Lilium CEO Klaus Röwe and team signing for a delivery 14 of Lilium jets.
The Ambitious Air Mobility Group commits to Lilium’s electric jets
December 9, 2024
A new purchase agreement for eight Lilium jets boosts the group’s plans for electric air charter services across southern Europe.
Mike Harrop, chairman of Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
Yorkshire Air Ambulance selects permanent operating base
December 9, 2024
YAA intends to build a new base in Skipton-on-Swale to support more emergency air medical services across Yorkshire.
Paras Dhamecha, founder and managing director of Empire Aviation.
Empire Aviation grows managed fleet and develops Dubai facility
December 8, 2024
The company has acquired four new aircraft, and is developing a state-of-the-art corporate facility at the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, set to open in 2026.
With maintenance space for up to nine aircraft complementing three lines in the existing hangar, the company is now equipped to service a diverse fleet, including large-cabin business jets like the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS.
Prince crowns ambitious hangar at Nikola Tesla
December 5, 2024
Prince Aviation's new hangar, lauded as the most advanced in the region, quadruples its MRO capacity, and includes space for up to nine aircraft across three lines in the existing hangar. Dassault models are expected.
A look at the G800's interior.
Gulfstream's first outfitted G800 takes flight
December 2, 2024
Gulfstream's latest model embarks on flight testing with specifications promising high levels of passenger comfort.
Manufacturing efficiencies have enabled Gulfstream to expand its production line, supporting the success of the next-gen fleet well into the future.
G500/G600 programme sees 300th delivery
December 2, 2024
The rapid delivery of 300 aircraft is a clear indication of strong interest in the Gulfstream G500 and G600 around the world.
IAS is all about teamwork.
Factory fresh H145 to enhance IAS offshore ops
December 2, 2024
International Aircraft Services is engaged on a project with oil and gas company ENI, working off the coast of west Africa. The H145 is ideal for the task and will perform crew changes, VIP flights and medical coverage.
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