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Emirates unveils seven more destinations in A350 network expansion

Emirates has revealed the next seven cities to be served by its A350, as more newly delivered aircraft featuring the airline’s latest cabin innovations enter scheduled service. With the latest tranche of planned Emirates A350 deployments, the airline is expanding the list of its short to medium haul destinations served in the Middle East/GCC and Europe. For the first time, the Emirates A350...

Embraer returns to Avalon Australian International Airshow 2025

Embraer marks its presence in Australia at the Avalon Airshow from 25 to 30 March 2025, reflecting Embraer’s relevance and long-standing presence in the market with E-Jets and Embraer’s portfolio of business jets. Australia’s Embraer fleet will soon grow with the delivery of eight E190-E2s for Virgin Australia’s. Today there are nearly 50 E-Jets and 20 Embraer business...

Gogo announces Gulfstream GV and Gulfstream G550 STC for Plane Simple Ka-band terminal

Gogo confirmed Supplemental Type Certificate approval by the FAA for its Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount terminal for Gulfstream GV and Gulfstream G550 aircraft. This latest development marks another significant milestone in the Plane Simple antenna series rollout. Gulfstream Aerospace developed the STC at its Savannah, Georgia, headquarters in collaboration with Gogo. This adds to...

Air France unveils its new La Première experience, the highest expression of travel

A reflection of French elegance and art de vivre, La Première has always embodied Air France's signature excellence. Both at the airport and onboard, La Première guests enjoy exclusive and personalized moments, with high-flying experiences curated by dedicated La Première staff who provide discreet yet attentive service.  Benjamin Smith, President of Air Franc...

Embraer conducts structural wing test for New Technologies Demonstration Platform

Embraer has successfully completed the initial structural fatigue tests of the wing that will be used in its New Technologies Demonstration Platform. The innovation project is funded by National Development, Scientific and Technological Funding – under the support of Brazil’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation and Finep, which promotes Brazil's econo...

Electra secures 2,200 pre-orders for its ultra short aircraft

Electra has secured 2,200 pre-orders for its groundbreaking EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft. Valued at nearly $9 billion, Electra's order pipeline is one of the largest in the Advanced Air Mobility industry. Electra's Ultra Short – which integrates blown lift and hybrid-electric propulsion to take off and land in just 150 feet -- enables air operator...

ALSIM provides Cirrus with the new SR Series G7 simulator

ALSIM delivered new Cirrus SR Series G7 simulator which serves as a replica of the Cirrus SR Series G7 aircraft for advanced flight training. This new addition caters to the training needs of Cirrus pilots at Cirrus Training Centers. ALSIM ALSR G7 is a replica of the Cirrus SR Series G7 SR22 aircraft, offering a robust and reliable training solution for various pilot licenses, as well as...

Metrojet Engineering became 1st Asia-Pacific Starlink dealer

Metrojet Engineering Clark , a Philippines-based MRO station, has become the first Authorised Dealer in Southeast Asia for SpaceX’s Starlink to sell and install the cutting-edge Starlink Satellite system for business aviation users. Starlink, developed by SpaceX, delivers high-speed internet access through a network of satellites in Low Earth Orbit. This global coverage delivers co...

Full charge ahead for electric flying boats to take off in the UK

Loch Lomond Seaplanes has signed a MoU with Elfly Group for two nine-seat NOEMI seaplanes, with an option to acquire three more.  The commitment represents a major milestone in forging a new era of efficient, sustainable air travel which will revitalise routes across Scotland and the rest of the British Isles, showcasing the potential of electric aviation in linking regional co...

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa completes Dassault-approved modification work on Falcon 900EX

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has recently completed a 2C heavy maintenance check on a Dassault Falcon 900EX that included additional work, such as removing and reinstalling the wing’s outermost surface and modifying the wing’s dry bay. This major modification which adds a sealed boundary area in the wing structural fuel tank, acts as a safety buffer and an extra la...

The future of aviation is sustainable

Aviation industry has committed to becoming climate-neutral by 2050. In order to achieve this ambitious, but undisputed goal, major technological and financial challenges must be overcome. At AERO 2025, researchers, developers, manufacturers and service providers will be showcasing their solutions and innovations to make sustainable aviation a reality. Over 130 companies are taking part in this ye...

Ensuring flight safety doesn’t slip through comprehensive de-/anti-icing training

De-/anti-icing of an aircraft is a critical pre-flight procedure that ground handling teams around the world undertake ahead of take-off and is mandatory if ice, frost, or snow has accumulated on major surfaces including an aircraft’s wings or fuselage. Effective de-/anti-icing training is crucial for ensuring flight safety and enables safe and timely aircraft operations during winter w...