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Hundreds of Islander operators will be able to reduce their emissions through the introduction of unleaded fuels.
Britten-Norman modifies Islander for unleaded fuel
September 9, 2024
The unleaded fuel modification for the BN2B-26 piston engine Islander is a step towards sustainability, and the FAA's decision to phase out leaded AvGas has underlined the importance of transitioning to unleaded fuels.
Volato will continue to take delivery of new HondaJets and Gulfstream G280s, and these aircraft will become part of flyExclusive's managed fleet.
FlyExclusive will manage Volato's fleet of HondaJets
September 9, 2024
Volato recorded over 1,000 hours per month and over 12,000 total flight hours in 2023. It is now transitioning the management of its fleet to flyExclusive, a move which is expected to bring about significant cost savings.

Phenoms and Challengers will be used for the scheme.
Airshare widens scope of fractional programme
September 9, 2024
Following the company's acquisition of the Wheels Up aircraft management business last September, Airshare has doubled in size to nearly 600 employees while operating a fleet approaching 150 aircraft.
Type certified by the FAA in March 2024, the Piper M700 Fury now has TCCA certification too.
Piper M700 Fury achieves TCCA type certification
September 1, 2024
The validation also includes Flight into Known Icing approval. The first delivery into Canada is scheduled for this quarter, with additional international deliveries this year into Europe, the UK and Brazil.
Jetnexa sales director Joel Sim.
Jetnexa invests in an attractive factory-new CJ3+
August 25, 2024
Jetnexa regularly flies clients up and down the west coast of the US and now it is very much honing in on customers in its home region of Phoenix, Arizona. The operator flies an all-Citation fleet with low hours.
With a top speed of Mach 0.925 and a baseline range of 14,260km, the Global 7500 is the ultimate record-setting time machine.
Bombardier's Global 7500 sets more speed records
August 25, 2024
The most impressive ultra long-range aircraft in the skies today clocked an average speed of more than 1,000km/h during its 10 fastest new records.
Embraer celebrates 55 years with a focus on growth and confidence in the future.
Embraer celebrates 55 years
August 25, 2024
Embraer is celebrating its 55th anniversary, and In 2024 has been executing its plan to meet the aircraft production ramp-up and future growth expected with investments, including R&D activities for new tech.
Bryan Smith says the operator's Falcons are especially popular.
Word of mouth pays off for growing Zenflight
August 25, 2024
Zenflight has multiple aircraft based along the east cost of the US and its G550s have been particularly popular. Safety is a priority; the operator has IS-BAO, Wyvern Wingman and ARGUS Platinum approvals.
The G400's nearly three hour flight was made on a blend of SAF.
Gulfstream G400 completes first flight
August 19, 2024
The G400 departed Savannah/Hilton Head International airport in Georgia at 9:04 am and returned two hours, 54 minutes later, having reached a speed of Mach 0.85 and altitude of 41,000ft/12,497m.
Specifically designed for the S-92A, the tank can be installed or removed in minutes and is equipped with a hover pump that achieves a fill time of 48 seconds.
VIH flies S-92A with specialised fire tank
August 17, 2024
VIH is pleased to introduce the first utility configured Sikorsky S-92A helicopter into the Canadian commercial market with the launch phase specifically intended to support government agencies in wildfire suppression.
A representative of Simmons Foods with Textron SVP, global sales and flight operations Lannie O'Bannion.
400th Latitude joins Simmons Foods' fleet
August 17, 2024
Over the years, Simmons Foods has found that Citation jets have significantly enhanced its operational capabilities and is pleased to add a third to its business fleet.
International deliveries of the newly unpaved field certified M700 Fury will begin in Q3.
Piper M700 Fury is unpaved field certified
August 17, 2024
The M700 Fury's robust design and construction ensured seamless operations in all FAA test conditions. The certification process was smooth, with the TIA flight test completed in just one day.
The Subaru Bell 412EPX's robust main rotor gearbox with dry run capability enables operators to benefit from increased horsepower to perform public safety operations more efficiently.
San Diego ups efficiency of firefighting with B412
August 12, 2024
Combining its increased maximum internal weight of 12,200 lbs, external weight of 13,000 lbs, and ability to carry 5,000 lbs with a cargo hook, the SUBARU Bell 412EPX stands-out in its class for its ability to transport.
Whitaker previously served as deputy FAA administrator from 2013-2016.
Whitaker and Tyson to speak prominently at NBAA-BACE
August 6, 2024
In addition to leading the FAA's NextGen programme as deputy administrator, Michael Whitaker also established the agency's Unmanned Aircraft Systems office. Neil deGrasse Tyson is a renowned scientist and author.
The competitive advantages of the ERA as a cargo aircraft with respect to traditional turboprops include lower operating costs, optimised payload capacity for typical short haul freight and increased safety through the latest avionics and flight controls.
Alpine Air Express signs up for 75 ERA aircraft
August 5, 2024
Currently operating a fleet of over 80 aircraft, Alpine intends to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the ERA to decarbonise its cargo ops in coming years while operating a more efficient aircraft.
Volato anticipates taking delivery of two Gulfstream G280s this year, with its first aircraft scheduled to arrive in August.
Volato embarks on fractional G280 programme
August 5, 2024
Volato fractional owners enjoy benefits including unlimited flying hours, no blackout days and a guaranteed minimum revenue share of 650 hours per year for both the HondaJet and the G280, ensuring flexibility.
Textron can now perform significant MLG repairs on Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft without a full replacement.
Textron offers Citation 560XL landing gear repair process
August 5, 2024
This new standard repair process for the main landing gear of Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft allows for significant repairs without a full replacement. It's a timely and cost-effective part option for customers.
Inside the Citation X.
Sun Air Jets adds two to charter fleet
August 5, 2024
The Global Express is an ideal option for long-range and international charter needs, while the Citation X Elite offers a fantastic combination of performance and luxury for shorter and cross-country trips.
Members of PHI MRO Services and NY Helicopter teams stand in front of black and blue Bell 407.
NY Helicopters leases Bell for tours and charter
July 26, 2024
The Bell 407 is leased through PHI MRO Services, which has outfitted the helicopter with floats and air conditioning and given it a unique paint scheme.
Piper is set to deliver nearly 50 of its new M700 Fury aircraft this year.
Piper anticipates record 2024 deliveries
July 25, 2024
Reflecting strong global demand, Piper Aircraft is on track to deliver approximately 300 aircraft this year, a 22 per cent increase from the previous year.
The Kodiak 100 is equipped with floats that enable it to operate from both water and land.
Maine receives Kodiak 100 for maritime missions
July 22, 2024
The Maine Marine Patrol will put the multi-mission Kodiak 100 to use, among other things, for offshore monitoring of endangered North Atlantic right whales.
Cockpit enhancements are now available for the Cessna Caravan and Cessna Grand Caravan EX.
Caravan flight deck to feature more cockpit advancements
July 22, 2024
A modernised flight deck with backlit panels is among a number of amenities designed to elevate the pilot experience. They should be available in 2025 and will be standard on all new aircraft.
Vertical's new proprietary propellers, designed specifically for eVTOLs, are optimised for low noise and made of carbon fibre composite using a single-shot cure process to maximise integrity.
Vertical reveals powerful VX4 prototype in the UK
July 22, 2024
Vertical is developing a full-scale prototype that will accelerate the VX4's flight test programme and demonstration capability. The company will take flight test learnings from this into the certified VX4 model.
The SkyCourier at its first stop in Billings Montana on its maiden flight from the Cessna facility in Wichita, Kansas to Everts AIr's base in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Everts welcomes first Cessna SkyCourier Combi
July 13, 2024
The Cessna SkyCourier is a nextgen aircraft for Bush Alaska, and the Combi option allows Everts to be flexible and serve the unique needs of citizens in remote communities with air freight and passenger configurations.
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