Bombardier's Knaapen receives first IBAC lifetime service award
June 13, 2022
Bombardier chief, industry affairs Leo Knaapen is an extraordinary advocate for business aviation, and his tireless work on behalf of the industry is rewarded by IBAC with the first François Chavatte award.
Flexjet adds private helicopter division
June 11, 2022
The Flexjet fleet of Sikorsky S-76 helicopters will provide on demand transportation regionally as well as for last-mile trips for owners of Flexjet aircraft travelling from airports to their final destinations.
MT-Propeller extends scope of King Air 300 STC
June 6, 2022
MT-Propeller's FAA STC for King Air 300/350 with five-blade MTV-27 Propeller has been revised to include those with a MTOW up to 17,636 lbs. It is now also certified by EASA.
Emirati pilot is first woman to fly AW609 tiltrotor
June 6, 2022
Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Bint Marwan Al Maktoum ticked something off her bucket list when she piloted the AW609 tiltrotor on a visit to Leonardo's US helicopter headquarters in Philadelphia.
Bombardier Global 8000 takes turn in the spotlight
May 24, 2022
For current Global 7500 operators, the performance enhancements on the Global 8000 will be retrofittable when the aircraft enters into service in 2025.
Dassault's latest jets allow long-haul Privacy
May 24, 2022
The Privacy Suite is a brand new high-end option that will be available only on Falcon business jets. It responds to customer demand for a personal space to work, relax and get a proper rest during long-duration trips.
Record breaking G700 ticks more flight test boxes
May 24, 2022
The Gulfstream G700 continues to make progress through its rigorous flight test programme as it heads toward customer deliveries this year. The second production test aircraft will put the interior through its paces.
Falcon 6X global proving campaign is imminent
May 24, 2022
With its envelope expansion and most major development milestones accomplished, Dassault is preparing the Falcon 6X to embark on a demanding global proving campaign.
Dassault sets Falcon 10X production under way
May 23, 2022
Parts production for Dassault's Falcon 10X is under way, with final assembly of the first aircraft set to begin next year. The design of the interior has been recognised with a Red Dot award of distinction.
VistaJet unveils sky high fine art showroom
May 17, 2022
Over 80 per cent of VistaJet members share a passion for art, according to the company, and a partnership with Frieze Art Fairs brings the art directly to them in the air; the world's highest viewing room in the sky.
Modern Aviation updates its FBO portfolio with Sacramento trio
May 17, 2022
Modern Aviation has agreed to acquire SACjet's three Sacramento, California-based FBOs, bringing its network total to twelve locations. The company will hire all current operational employees.
First of the latest Citation XLS variant enters service
May 8, 2022
More than a thousand 560XL series jets have been delivered throughout the past 25 years, and this latest variant is said to have been moulded by customer feedback. Creature comforts abound.
VIP Completions showcases customised Boeing interior
April 30, 2022
VIP Completions has proudly unveiled the spectacular interior of a completely refurbished Boeing 767, the fourth project for client, entrepreneur, businessman and attorney John H Ruiz.
Trident Aircraft doubles managed fleet for 2022
April 30, 2022
Trident had a huge year in 2021, more than doubling the size of its managed fleet. But it doesn't stop there; it will also be adding four super-mids and several turboprops to its 135 certificate this quarter.
Tips for topping up the tank, more sustainably
April 28, 2022
We talk about reducing emissions from aviation, but fill our aircraft up with high polluting fuel. It packs a lot of energy for its weight, and it is this energy that has really enabled commercial flight.
Wichita assumes the role of Bombardier US headquarters
April 24, 2022
Bombardier's footprint in Wichita includes an expanding service centre that supports Bombardier's entire family of Learjet, Challenger and Global jets. The site also continues to operate its leading flight test centre.