Qantas has announced a major investment in its De Havilland Dash 8 turboprop fleet, reinforcing its long-term commitment to maintaining reliable air links across regional Australia. As part of the fleet renewal program, the airline will acquire 14 additional mid-life Dash 8-400 (Q400) aircraft while gradually retiring 19 smaller Q200 and Q300 turboprops. The first of the newly acquired a...
Embraer has appointed FL Technics as an Embraer Authorized Service Center (EASC) for its commercial aircraft fleet in Lithuania. The designation covers the E170 and E190 aircraft, further strengthening FL Technics’ regional aircraft maintenance capabilities. Support services will be delivered from the company’s facilities in Vilnius and Kaunas. Drawing on extensive experience i...
From the forests of Canada and the Pacific Northwest to the fire-prone landscapes of Florida, Daher Aircraft’s Kodiak and TBM platforms are playing an increasingly critical role in wildfire response operations. Deployed on the front lines, these aircraft support aerial coordination efforts, oversee air tanker missions and provide real-time situational awareness in some of the most challengin...
Archer Aviation Inc. and ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier and a member of the Lufthansa Group, have entered into a strategic partnership to advance the deployment of an all-electric air taxi network across Italy. As part of the Star Alliance network, ITA Airways currently serves more than 70 destinations worldwide, making it a key player in the country’s aviation la...
Boston MedFlight, the internationally recognized nonprofit provider of critical care transport services, has signed an agreement with Airbus Helicopters for three new H145 helicopters as part of its ongoing fleet modernization and expansion strategy across New England. With this latest acquisition, the organization's total number of Airbus H145 purchases rises to 12 aircraf...
Jet Excellence, a leading U.S. charter operator, will retrofit its entire fleet of Cessna Citation X aircraft with the advanced Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity solution. To support the fleet-wide upgrade, Jet Excellence is leveraging Gogo’s flexible financing program, enabling the operator to accelerate deployment of next-generation inflight connectivity while effectively managing in...
Embraer and Austrian Airlines have signed a Component Pool Program agreement to support the carrier’s fleet of 13 E195 aircraft. Under the agreement, Austrian Airlines will gain access to Embraer’s comprehensive component support solutions designed to maximize fleet availability and operational efficiency. The program covers more than 300 aircraft components and includes advanced excha...
Airbus has launched Alpha Component Solutions, a 50:50 joint venture with Air France dedicated to delivering comprehensive A350 component support services. Jointly operated by Airbus and Air France-KLM, the new company manages a global shared-access component pool, offering operators access to spare parts, maintenance expertise, repair services, and end-to-end supply chain management. By c...
ALSIM is supporting the advancement of pilot training in Malaysia through ADMAL Flying Academy’s acquisition of an AL250 simulator. The addition of the device will enhance the academy’s Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL/IR) and Frozen ATPL programmes, giving cadets access to a highly realistic and consistent training environment designed to strengthen skill development and operational read...
Western Aircraft, an Authorized Pilatus Center and Greenwich AeroGroup company, is celebrating a trio of significant achievements in 2026 that underscore its enduring partnership with Pilatus. The milestones include the delivery of its 300th PC-12, a new-generation PC-12 PRO, the handover of its 30th new PC-24, and 30 years of service as an Authorized Pilatus Sales & Servic...
HALO-Flight is set to further expand its South Texas air medical capabilities following the order of an additional Bell 407GXi announced by Bell Textron at AMTC 2026. The new aircraft will bring the operator’s fleet to seven IFR-equipped Bell 407GXi helicopters, enhancing reliability, coverage, and the rapid response capabilities required for critical patient transport missions. Lane Evan...
FL Technics Indonesia has successfully obtained EASA Part-145 certification for its Bali maintenance facility, authorising the company to perform maintenance on aircraft registered within the European Union. The achievement places FL Technics Indonesia among a select group of Indonesian MRO providers holding the prestigious European approval. The certification covers both base and line maintena...
Gogo announced that TransMedics, a global leader in organ transplantation technology, services, and logistics, has selected Gogo Galileo to provide inflight connectivity across its expanding fleet of 22 Embraer Phenom 300E aircraft operating throughout the United States. The aircraft serve a vital role in the transport of donor organs for transplantation, with each mission rely...
What’s the point of buying Avios? You might think that Avios points are the frequent flyer currency of British Airways, and you’re not wrong. The airline launched the currency back in the early 2010s, and it’s proven a very popular scheme. What you may not know is that other airlines either use it as their currency or are bookable using Avios. That list includes some big names...
The acquisition marks an important step in SITA’s evolution from a provider of aviation connectivity solutions to a driver of smarter operational decision-making. By combining Flightscape’s capabilities with its existing portfolio, SITA aims to help airlines and their industry partners predict disruptions earlier, respond more quickly, and improve operational resilience across the enti...
Etihad Airways has marked a significant milestone with the arrival of its iconic Airbus A380 in Thailand for the first time. The airline’s flagship aircraft touched down in Bangkok this morning, introducing Thai travelers to Etihad’s most renowned onboard products, including The Residence, the world’s only three-room suite in the sky, alongside First Apartments, Business Class li...
PAL-V has appointed Nobleo Manufacturing as its strategic industrialisation partner for the world’s first FlyDrive production facility. Following the achievement of both automotive and aviation production approvals, PAL-V is advancing towards large-scale manufacturing by further refining, optimising and digitalising its production operations. The partnership marks a significant step in PA...
Embraer reported a record backlog of US$35.7 billion in the third quarter of 2026, surpassing its previous all-time high by 3% quarter-over-quarter and increasing 14% compared with the same period last year. Commercial Aviation ended the quarter with a backlog of US$15.8 billion, up 5% from the previous quarter and 4% year-over-year. The business secured strong commercial...
Affinity Aviation Group (AAG), a leading provider of business aircraft sales, acquisitions and charter solutions, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Austria’s AeronautX, reinforcing its commitment to the future of business aviation. The partnership includes AAG taking a significant shareholding in AeronautX UK Ltd as the training provider advances plans to open a new pilot...
Electra has successfully completed the takeoff and landing of its hybrid-electric Ultra Short aircraft at Downtown Skyport in Lower Manhattan, in what is believed to be the first time a fixed-wing aircraft without vertical takeoff capability has operated from the heliport. The demonstration is the latest milestone in Electra’s Life Beyond Runways initiative, highlighting its vision for Direc...
MTU Maintenance and Garuda Indonesia have entered into a three-year agreement for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of the airline’s GE90-115B engines, which power its fleet of eight Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Under the contract, engine maintenance activities will be carried out at MTU Maintenance’s facility in Hannover, leveraging the site’s extensive expertise in widebo...
