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ACE 2026 - September 8th

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The VivaJets team welcome the ERJ-140 to the Nigeria-based charter fleet.
ERJ-140 extends VivaJets charter capacity
July 24, 2026
The 44 passenger aircraft will expand the Nigeria-based operator’s capacity to support corporate travel and group movements, and growth is reflected in the company’s return to AEW 2026 as Gold Sponsor.
The aircraft was on display at the Paris Air Show.
Zimex of Switzerland takes on a Twin Otter Classic
July 24, 2026
Zimex Aviation has operated Twin Otter aircraft for more than five decades and continues to rely on the aircraft's versatility and reliability to support customers in some the world's most challenging environments.
Deliveries of the Phenom 300EV are expected to begin in 2028.
Phenom 300EV gains extended range and autoland
July 24, 2026
Garmin Emergency Autoland and a new electronic flight control system headline a series of safety and performance updates to Embraer’s light jet.
The interior is surprisingly spacious.
HondaJet HA-420 should fast become a ProAir favourite
July 24, 2026
A distinctive feature of the HondaJet is its unique overwing engine configuration. This ensures a pleasantly quiet cabin while simultaneously creating additional space for a generous luggage compartment.
The aircraft, registered P4-999, will be available for charter soon under Action Aviation's own AOC.
Nomad Technics completes BBJ overhaul in Basel
July 24, 2026
Satcom, seating, lighting and cabin monitor upgrades were completed during a 12-year inspection for the Dubai-headquartered operator's aircraft.
Delectable catering is provided by Fivestar.
Pentastar takes over culinary expert Gourmet Airfare
July 20, 2026
While Fivestar has long served customers travelling through DTW, this acquisition expands Fivestar's footprint with a new Fivestar Gourmet kitchen onsite, complementing its location at Oakland County International.
The expansion broadens Luxaviation’s offering across several aircraft categories.
Luxaviation adds nine aircraft in key regions
July 20, 2026
A Bombardier Challenger 604 and a Gulfstream G550 have joined the Luxaviation UK fleet and are available for charter. A further Challenger 604 is scheduled to enter service with Luxaviation UK in the coming weeks.
Vince Essex, CEO, founder and accountable manager of above.
above places time as the most valuable asset for travellers
July 20, 2026
Operating from its base at Birmingham’s XLR Executive Jet Centre, above launches with 25 published fixed-price, city pair destinations across the UK and Europe, alongside flexible on-demand private charter services.
Air and ground rescue in cooperation: without reliable refinancing, rapid emergency medical care in Germany is at risk.
German rescue services share thoughts on GKV developments
July 20, 2026
Cost increases for personnel, (air) vehicles, medical technology, energy, fuels and legal requirements develop largely independently of general wage trends and cannot be influenced by service providers.
Christopher Tasca, chief executive officer of Fly Alliance.
Fly Alliance makes senior leadership adjustments
July 20, 2026
New faces and capital will support continued investment across Fly Alliance's core business units, including private charter, aircraft management, maintenance, aircraft sales, aircraft parts and ownership solutions.
The bespoke Citation CJ3+ features large stylised eyes and flies positioned across the aircraft.
46 colours, one “bold’ vision: Duncan’s most intricate paint
July 14, 2026
The bespoke Citation CJ3+ demonstrates Duncan Aviation's most complex paint design, completed in the company's new Lincoln paint hangar.
The Cirrus Vision Jet also remains the only civilian jet fitted with a whole‑airframe parachute system.
Cirrus Vision Jet fleet gains LifeVac protection
July 14, 2026
Every aircraft in the regional operator’s Cirrus Vision Jet fleet has been fitted with a non‑powered airway clearance device cleared by the FDA.
The company's Online Travel Agency model lets clients view published prices and select aircraft classes directly.
Jetbay brings fixed-price charter model to Europe
July 14, 2026
The Singapore-based platform launches pay-per-flight pricing on six European corridors, challenging the industry's deposit-based membership model.
The aircraft is an ISR specialist.
Romania’s Primul Meridian selects ‘next step’ DA62 MPP
July 14, 2026
Primul Meridian has been operating Diamond special mission aircraft for almost 20 years, supporting a wide range of aerial data acquisition missions across Romania and beyond. It is accustomed to Diamond types.
Siam Seaplane is set to offer Thailand's first of its kind premium seaplane service, providing faster, easier and seamless access to waterfront resorts, beaches and marinas.
Don Mueang International plays host to Siam Seaplane
July 12, 2026
Siam Seaplane is actively growing its last-mile mobility network designed to redefine regional connectivity and provide faster, seamless access to Thailand's most exclusive destinations. Don Mueang is a handy base.
Phenom 300 aircraft will be used by the organisations.
German operator is launch PAD for TransMedics’ EU vision
July 12, 2026
TransMedics is making efforts to replicate the OCS NOP model in Europe to expand the adoption of the OCS perfusion technology and establish a dedicated pan-European organ transplant air and ground logistics network.
Banyuwangi International airport will be the team’s operational hub.
Santai Seaplane hopes to be an ad hoc leader in Indonesia
July 6, 2026
The Banyuwangi base represents the first foundational step in Santai Seaplane’s ambitious 10-year masterplan to redefine remote travel across all of Indonesia, working closely with select government partners.
Cirrus Vision Jets are Flyte's aircraft of choice.
Digital booking platform gives Flyte a shot in the arm
July 6, 2026
Through AI-enabled pricing, customer acquisition and marketing systems, Flyte has successfully identified and targeted travellers seeking efficient private aviation solutions for popular high-demand travel markets.
A Pilatus PC-12 NG was the first to join the scheme.
SoterJets brings fractional ownership to Africa
July 6, 2026
Built on the expertise of CFS, one of South Africa’s leading aviation businesses, SoterJets combines aircraft management, operational oversight and structured ownership into a single managed platform.
The G800 is the jewel in the crown of the Gulfstream lineup.
G800 accomplishes city pair record and furthest flight
July 6, 2026
The G800 features a low cabin altitude of 2,840ft when flying at 41,000ft, 100 per cent fresh air replenished every two to three minutes, a plasma ionisation air purification system and 16 panoramic oval windows.
Speed and refinement are on offer with the Citation X.
‘Silver Bullet’ Citation X is a win for Ortac
July 6, 2026
Capable of cruising at Mach 0.925, the Citation X compresses journey times that matter most to time-critical travellers, shrinking the gap between meetings, markets and destinations across Europe and beyond.
Beta’s Alia CTOL electric aircraft has begun conducting demonstration flights across Hawaii.
Surf Air and Beta go for all-out Hawaii deployment
July 5, 2026
Hawaii’s short inter-island route structure and established demand for regional air transportation make it an ideal environment to evaluate electric aircraft operations at commercial scale.
Deliveries will begin in 2029.
Praetor 500E gains certification from US, Europe and Brazil
July 5, 2026
Introduced in February 2026 alongside the Praetor 600E as the first evolution of the industry-leading Praetor family, the Praetor 500E is now approved for operation in key global markets.
A BHS Citation Latitude.
BHS looks to ‘harmonise processes’ through German AOC transition
July 5, 2026
While Germany will in future focus on aircraft management and the strategic management of flight operations, the Zurich location will concentrate on air operations as well as charter services for private and business clients.
The company becomes the only UK operator with three Praetor 600s in service.
Luxaviation adds third Praetor 600 to UK register
July 5, 2026
Based at Farnborough airport, the newly converted aircraft supports rising charter demand across routes to Dubai and New York.
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