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TP Aerospace Czech Republic received EASA approval

UNSW Aviation fleet expansion with Diamond aircraft

Six new Diamond DA40 XLT aircraft have been sold to the University of New South Wales’ School of Aviation (UNSW Aviation). The aircraft, in UNSW livery, will be hangered in Sydney and used to complement the existing eight DA40 aircraft already owned by UNSW Aviation. As part of the deal, Utili...

EAA Education Center becomes focal point for aviation learning

The EAA Education Center in Oshkosh, which opened in July 2022 as a center for aviation learning for young people as well as experienced pilots, looks for additional growth in 2024 after already serving thousands of aviation enthusiasts of all ages. The $6.2 million Education Center is now comp...

Trimec Aviation receives STC for Falcon 2000/EX Universal Avionics InSight Display upgrade

Trimec Aviation has received its Supplemental Type Certificate for the Falcon 2000 and 2000EX with Universal Avionics InSight Flight Display System, replacing the Pro Line 4. It includes Universal SBAS-Flight Management Systems, and UniLink Communications Management system, supporting RNP 0.3 instrument approaches, and CPDLC, digital clearances, FANS 1/A+, A...

ExecuJet MRO Services Australia prepared to service Falcon 6X

The Falcon 6X entered into service with ExecuJet MRO Services ready to support it. ExecuJet MRO Services Australia engineers have completed maintenance training, approved by EASA. The training encompasses a six-week programme, that includes four weeks theoretical training and two weeks of hands-on practical training on the 6X assembly line, enabling engineers to be equipped and...

Flyschool Air Academy expands its simulator fleet with third ALSIM AL250

Flyschool Air Academy acquires its third AL250 simulator for commercial pilot training. The school once again chose ALSIM for the IFR training of its students. The AL250 simulator addresses initial phase training needs (PPL, CPL, IR/ME) and is SEP/MEP re-configurable simulator certified as an EASA FNPT II. In addition, it offers both classic and glass cockpit for each flight model at the simp...

ATR and Air Algérie sign first Digital Maintenance Documentation package

Air Algérie and ATR announced the signature of the first Digital Maintenance Documentation package to further strengthen the airline’s maintenance documentation system and optimise the maintenance and engineering operations for its fleet of 15 ATR aircraft. A new service provided by ATR to its operators, this three-year digital maintenance documentation contra...

OnFlight receives Authorized Service Center approval for Embraer Executive Jets aircraft

OnFlight of Cincinnati, Ohio, announced milestone approval and authorization as an Embraer Authorized Service Center by Embraer Executive Jets. In this capacity, OnFlight further expands Embraer’s strategic network of MRO services, becoming an Embraer Authorized Service Center focused on Embraer aircraft. OnFlight, a Part 135 Charter Operator since 2000, has operated Embraer aircra...

Strong start to New Year for VIP Completions

VIP Completions provides updates on its current operations and an outlook for 2024. The industry consensus seems to be that growth in 2024 will be modest, somewhere around 2%. JETNET predicts approximately 775 business aircraft deliveries this year. With the industry back to a pre-pandemic reality and the supply chain now generally supporting demand, stability seems likely...

AAG Flight Academy selects ALSIM and buys an AL250 flight simulator

AAG Flight Academy, based at Ganderkesee Airfield in Germany, has selected an ALSIM AL250 for its training needs. The AL250 simulator addresses initial phase training needs (PPL, CPL, IR/ME) and is SEP/MEP re-configurable simulator certified as an EASA FNPT II. In addition, it offers both classic and glass cockpit for each flight model at the simple flick of a switch. This device has been ext...

Airways Aviation ESMA and IAAG sign strategic partnership

Airways Aviation ESMA signed a strategic partnership agreement with IAAG – Institut Aéronautique Amaury de la Grange. This agreement brings together two of the most renowned and respected aviation training organizations in France. The partnership has 3 main goals: To increase geographic coverage of both companies by sharing their current facilities in Paris, Lille and Montpel...

Elliott Aviation successfully delivers first Garmin Autoland upgrade in King Air B200

Elliott Aviation successfuly completed and delivered of its first Garmin Autoland upgrade in a King Air B200. This milestone marks a significant achievement for both Elliott Aviation and opens the next chapter in the evolution of Garmin’s G1000 NXI Platform for King Airs. Garmin Autoland system represents the pinnacle of safety and innovation in general aviation. It is de...

PIF invests in Saudia Technic to establish MRO facility

The Public Investment Fund (PIF) agreed to invest in Saudia Technic, a subsidiary of Saudia Group. Formerly known as Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries, Saudia Technic has a long-established presence and rich legacy in Saudi Arabia, tracing its roots back to the 1960s. It provides services across key aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul segments, including line, base, component...

Navigating The Requirements: How To Prepare for Flight School Admission

Many people desire to become pilots, but getting flight school admission isn’t always easy. There are hurdles to overcome, including rigorous academic requirements, financial impediments, and competition from other aspiring pilots. But these things shouldn’t discourage you, considering the high potential and marketability of this career. As of 2022, the U.S. had a pilot shortage and...

Hillsboro Aviation became authorized Airbus Helicopters service center

Hillsboro Aviation has been designated as an authorized Airbus Helicopters Service Center. In 2016, Hillsboro was appointed Airbus Helicopter’s first-ever North American commercial sales agent in the aircraft manufacturer’s 47-year history. With its new service center appointment, Hillsboro Aviation is positioned to provide a comprehensive suite of services to customers, filling a...

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AMAC Aerospace records strong business growth as new contracts and approvals drive demand across core services

AMAC Aerospace Group continues to experience strong business momentum, marked by new certifications, contract wins and rising demand across its maintenance, completion and aircraft modification activi...

TARMAC Aerosave becomes the world’s first triple AFRA-accredited company, doubling aircraft dismantling capacity

TARMAC Aerosave has set a new industry benchmark by becoming the first company in the world to secure Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association (AFRA) accreditation across all three scopes of aircraft disa...

“Discover Airlines Shark” takes to the skies as first AeroSHARK-enhanced Airbus begins scheduled operations

A Discover Airlines Airbus A330 has become the first Airbus aircraft worldwide to enter regular commercial service after undergoing a full-scale AeroSHARK retrofit, marking a signi...

Velocity Maintenance Solutions expands hangar facilities at Wilmington Airport, enhancing service capacity and growth prospects

Velocity Maintenance Solutions, an FAA-certified provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has announced a significant expansion of its facilities at Wilmington Airport (ILG) in Delaware,...