LATAM Airlines Brazil and Embraer have marked a major milestone with the commencement of deliveries of the carrier’s first-ever E195-E2. Scheduled to enter commercial service in the coming days, the new-generation aircraft will support LATAM’s continued network expansion across Brazil, where the airline has grown its domestic footprint from 44 airports six years ago to 63 destinations...
Ocean Aviation, supported by Kennedy Lewis Investment Management (“Kennedy Lewis”), has officially broken ground on a transformative new private aviation campus at Miami Executive Airport (KTMB). Backed by a $67 million investment, the flagship development will feature up to 400,000 square feet of communal and private hangar space, a premium passenger terminal, and an on-site fuel farm...
Falcon Executive Aviation, a member of Alex Group Investment, has been awarded General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) certification for commercial helicopter operations at its state-of-the-art Dubai Helipark facility located at Dubai World Central. This milestone enhances the company's premium mobility offering, enabling seamless helicopter transfers between Al Maktoum International Airp...
Airbus Helicopters Canada has partnered with the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) to strengthen Indigenous participation in the aerospace sector through enhanced training and workforce development initiatives. The partnership will equip SIIT instructors and students with industry-leading helicopter maintenance training tools and technologies, while supporting the continued adva...
Sky Travel and parent company Cove Capital Investments, LLC, have unveiled plans to bring nearly 20 business aircraft to market during Q4 2026, reinforcing their commitment to meeting growing demand for quality pre-owned aircraft across the global business aviation sector. The aircraft portfolio will span multiple categories, from light and midsize jets to large-cabin and long-range platforms,...
Skandia’s King Air 200/300 soundproofing kit has received final approval from Brazil’s ANAC, opening the door for wider adoption among operators across the country. The certification extends the reach of a retrofit solution designed to significantly improve cabin acoustics and overall passenger comfort. Already approved by the FAA, EASA and TCCA, the kit has built a stro...
Rotortrade, the global helicopter dealership, has confirmed its participation in EUROPEAN ROTORS 2026, which will take place at EUREXPO Lyon, France. Marking its first edition in France, EUROPEAN ROTORS will bring one of the industry's leading gatherings for the vertical aviation community to Rotortrade’s home market. The event’s location is also strategically significant for...
At AERO 2027, taking place from 14 to 17 April 2027, gliding will once again take centre stage with the dedicated AERO Gliding Expo exhibition area. As part of Europe’s leading trade show for air sports, general aviation and business aviation, the sector will showcase its latest generation of high-performance, technology-driven sailplanes and innovations. Several leading manufacturers, inclu...
Foster Aviation, the Dubai-based provider of Advanced Air Mobility and aviation solutions, and Aeroberm, a Skyportz company and developer of the patented modular vertipad system, have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the deployment of vertiport infrastructure across the United Arab Emirates. Under the agreement, Foster Aviation will serve as Aeroberm's UAE partner, wor...
In a landmark step towards next-generation regional aircraft manufacturing, Jungheinrich has delivered an advanced automated logistics centre to Deutsche Aircraft at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Supporting the production readiness of the D328eco programme, the facility combines the innovative Jungheinrich PowerCube automated compact bin storage system with an automated very narrow aisle warehouse under...
British Airways has unveiled the next phase of its Heathrow lounge transformation programme, marking the beginning of a significant investment aimed at modernising every lounge across the airport in the coming years. One of the airline’s most extensive lounge investment initiatives to date, the programme includes the introduction of a new lounge in Heathrow Terminal 5’s C Gates ar...
Tecnam introduces the P2008JC NG to the United States market, bringing flight schools a certified, next-generation training aircraft designed to dramatically reduce operating costs while maximizing fleet utilization and training efficiency. As U.S. academies face increasing pressure to modernize aging fleets, improve profitability, and meet evolving training standards, the P2008JC NG delivers...
flyadeal, the fast-growing low-cost carrier of Saudia Group and one of the GCC's largest budget airlines, has expanded its presence in India with the launch of non-stop flights between Riyadh and Mumbai. The new route marks Mumbai as the airline's second destination in India, following the successful introduction of services to Hyderabad earlier this year. The inaugural Riyadh-Mumbai fl...
TRU Simulation + Training Inc. will showcase its Veris Virtual Reality Flight Training Device (FTD) for the Cessna Skyhawk at NBAA-BACE 2026, marking the simulator's first appearance at the industry's premier business aviation event in Las Vegas. The debut follows strong market momentum generated at NBAA-BACE 2025, where TRU Simulation secured its inaugural order for five Cessna Skyha...
The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) has released its 2026-2027 Current Market Portrait & Forecast, offering an in-depth analysis of the global preowned business aviation market as of September 2026 and providing projections through September 2027. According to the report, the market remains fundamentally strong, driven by sustained buyer demand, historically li...
For the fourth consecutive year, Corsair is reaffirming its commitment to the fight against breast cancer by partnering with the association "Les Hôtesses de l’Air contre le Cancer" as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout October, passengers will encounter a series of dedicated initiatives, from onboard fundraising activities and female-led cr...
Etihad Airways has signed an interline agreement with Nigerian airline Ibom Air, enabling travellers to connect seamlessly beyond Lagos and Accra to five destinations across Nigeria on a single ticket. The partnership will take effect when Etihad launches its own services to both cities in March 2027. Under the agreement, passengers arriving on Etihad flights in Lagos or Accra will be ab...
A new travel industry coalition is urging EU policymakers to adopt a balanced and proportionate approach to biometric travel, ensuring passengers can benefit from secure and seamless journeys while maintaining control over their personal data, privacy and fundamental rights. ACI EUROPE, Amadeus, IATA, IDEMIA Public Security and SITA have launched the Responsible Biometrics Travel Industr...
PAL-V has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with AVION, a specialist in advanced flight training devices, and FLYVE, a developer of FlyDrive ecosystems for professional and government operators. Together, the three organisations will explore the creation of a global FlyDrive training infrastructure, combining state-of-the-art simulation technology, specialised training programmes and strat...
Emirates has officially inaugurated services to Helsinki, marking a significant milestone in connectivity between Finland and the United Arab Emirates. The new daily route is the only year-round, non-stop air link between the two countries, creating new opportunities for leisure travel, business exchange and trade. Flight EK167 touched down at Helsinki Airport at 13:30 local time, whe...
Tecnam has announced a landmark strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the growth of its P2012 aircraft family across the United States. Under the agreement, Finnoff has been appointed the exclusive distributor for the Tecnam P2012 series throughout the Western United States, including the highly acclaimed P2012 VIP. At the same time, selected Blackhawk Performance Centers will serve as Autho...
