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Jackson Square Aviation orders 50 A320neo family aircraft

Jackson Square Aviation has placed a firm order for 50 A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement is JSA’s first direct order with Airbus, making the lessor a new Airbus customer. Kevin McDonald, JSA’s Chief Executive Officer, commented: “this is an exciting milestone in JSA’s history as a longtime global leader in the sale and leaseback financings of Airbus a...

Aerovolt and 3 Legs Aviation Services partner to launch electric aircraft charging at Isle of Man Airport

Aerovolt UK and 3 Legs Aviation Services announced a strategic partnership to introduce electric aircraft charging solutions at Isle of Man Airport (Ronaldsway Airport). This collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable aviation infrastructure for the Island. Aerovolt plans to install a fixed 44kW AS6968 charging point at Ronaldsway Airport to support aircraft charging...

Nolinor Aviation pioneers new solution for Boeing 737-200 combi flights

As the aviation industry braces for significant regulatory changes, Nolinor Aviation is proving once again why it's a leader in adaptability and innovation. Transport Canada's mandate to transition from Class B to Class F cargo compartments, driven by the cancellation of AMOC's for AD 93-07-15 in 2022 and the upcoming June 2025 exemption deadline, presents a ch...

Lufthansa Technik and Hebei Airlines sign engine MRO agreement

Lufthansa Technik and the Shijiazhuang-based Hebei Airlines have recently strengthened their long-term cooperation with an Engine Maintenance Services contract. The new agreement covers the MRO of CFM56-7B engines used in the Boeing 737-800 fleet of the Chinese airline. Starting this year, the services will be carried out at Lufthansa Technik’s engine shop in Hamburg, Germany. Chen Hongbo...

Gogo confirms PMA for Gogo Galileo HDX, triggering STC generation for more than thirty aircraft

Gogo has received Parts Manufacturer Approval from the FAA for its Gogo Galileo HDX antenna. To secure confirmation, Gogo worked with Delta Engineering, which, as a member of the FAA Organization Designation Authorization program, administered the approval.  With the PMA confirmed Gogo is moving to full-scale production and sales of the HDX, enabling the global Gogo dealer...

Ascendance partners with Safran for innovative ATEA VTOL aircraft

ATEA, which incorporates an innovative propulsion architecture consisting of eight vertical electric motors and two horizontal electric motors, is a silent low-carbon alternative to conventional helicopters, designed to reduce environmental impact and pave the way for more efficient regional connections. The flying ATEA demonstrator, currently in production, will...

Thompson Aero Seating launches VantageNOVA First

Thompson Aero Seating will be officially launching its stunning new VantageNOVA First at AIX 2025. Seamlessly incorporated into the front row of the VantageNOVA platform, this enhanced business-class experience offers first-class appeal. The clever configuration of the suite environment provides a greater sense of space and luxury, within the same footprint as an all-business-class cabin.&nbs...

Embraer Commercial Aviation expands its sales organization with the global leasing and freighter team

Embraer Commercial Aviation has formed a dedicated Global Leasing and Freighter team as it continues to strengthen its strategic position in the cargo and leasing markets. The new team is based in Amsterdam, a key hub for global aviation, and brings together expertise in E-Jet Passenger to freighter conversions and commercial aviation leasing activities under one unified structure. Oliver...

JetZero, Delta partner to design the future of air travel by advancing first-of-its-kind, 50% more fuel-efficient aircraft for domestic and international routes

JetZero partners Delta Air Lines on a revolutionary, more sustainable aircraft. JetZero fuel efficient blended-wing-body design is at the center of the collaboration and is one facet of Delta's ongoing journey to advance industry innovation, drive down cost through increased fuel-savings, elevate the customer experience and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. On the heels of the a...

United installs Starlink on first regional aircraft

United installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft and unveiled details of the process to underscore the technical operations benefits associated with the equipment, including size and weight as well as the ease of install and maintenance. The airline expects to outfit 40+ regional aircraft each month beginning in May through the end of 2025 – average Starlink install ti...

GE Aerospace grants ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East Authorised Service Centre Status for Passport Engines

GE Aerospace has officially certified ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East as an authorised service centre for line maintenance on GE Passport engines, which power the Global 7500 aircraft. This makes ExecuJet MRO Services the sole ASC for this engine type in both North Africa and the Middle East.ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East has long maintained a strong relationship with GE and is already a...

OPUL Jets expands footprint with integration of Wallcourt Aviation

OPUL Jets announced the acquisition of Wallcourt Aviation. This strategic move unites two of the UK’s private aviation firms under the OPUL Jets brand, enhancing its global presence while preserving Wallcourt Aviation’s distinguished legacy of excellence in private jet charter. A key priority of this acquisition is ensuring continuity. Wallcourt Aviation’s existing management, op...