Wildcat adopts Alpine utility basket for Bell 412
January 17, 2026
Wildcat Helicopters has become the launch operator for Alpine Aerotech’s Bell 412 utility basket, citing proven durability, enhanced safety and increased capacity as key benefits for demanding heli-ski operations.
Talon Air gains independence under existing leadership
January 17, 2026
CEO James Chitty and COO Nicholas Piazza have led the acquisition alongside aviation-focused investors, aiming for continued growth and broker partnerships.
Challenger 604 adds scale to Global Jet International
January 17, 2026
The Challenger will likely engage in leisure travel such as South Pacific itineraries, including French Polynesia, Vanuatu, Samoa and Fiji. It will perform corporate and executive transport, such as high-end business travel.
Gayo sets out its stall for future charter growth
January 17, 2026
A joint venture has been formed with Danish operator JoinJet, with the ambition to increase the availability of charter jets in the Nordic region.
Global Jet hails arrival of award-winning first ACJ319neo
January 17, 2026
With 73 aircraft currently under management, Global Jet continues to grow in a structured and disciplined manner. In 2025, it registered 20 aircraft, for new clients joining Global Jet and for existing clients upgrading.
Air Vitosha gears up for June AOC from Malta
January 17, 2026
In terms of fleet strategy, Air Vitosha maintains strong partnerships with Dassault Aviation, which will form the foundation of its long-term fleet, complemented by others from Bombardier.
Steep approaches expand the footprint for G500 and G600
January 17, 2026
European steep-approach approval allows more Gulfstream G500 and G600 to operate at airports with short runways and challenging approaches, expanding route options. The FAA long since ticked that box.
Flexjet gains Saudi authorisation for domestic on-demand
January 17, 2026
Approval allows the US-based operator to conduct private jet flights within the Kingdom following completion of GACA’s full regulatory process.
Prent primed to serve Special Olympics airlift legs
January 12, 2026
Organised by Textron, the Special Olympics Airlift mobilises volunteer Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft owners and pilots to create the world's largest peacetime airlift, offering a unique experience to athletes.
Longtime Citation owners accept innovative CJ3 Gen2
January 10, 2026
Certified by the FAA in October 2025, the aircraft was designed based on customer feedback via a Customer Advisory Board made up of owners, pilots and mechanics helping to create the ultimate aircraft experience.
The ACA plans January day of action against illegal charters
January 10, 2026
The campaign highlights the risks of illegal charter flights while encouraging industry and public action to prevent future tragedies.
RoyalJet commissions Edese Doret to design ACJ320neo interiors
January 10, 2026
The collaboration extends a long-standing relationship and supports RoyalJet’s expansion into Airbus wide-cabin private jets.
flyExclusive partners with Pardo for yacht exposure
January 10, 2026
Through the partnership, owners and members will receive access to select Pardo Yachts experiences, while Pardo clients will be introduced to flyExclusive's fractional ownership and Jet Club programmes.
Citation Ascend enters service with first retail buyer
January 5, 2026
FAA certification has unlocked service entry for the redesigned 560XL variant with advanced avionics, cabin enhancements and new performance benchmarks.
Wheels Up cuts a deal on Phenoms and Challengers
January 2, 2026
Wheels Up has entered into an agreement with an institutional capital provider to sell a portion of the company’s Challenger and Phenom fleets, comprising three Challenger 300s and seven Phenom 300s.
Derazona adds first of its kind H160 in Indonesia
January 2, 2026
The H160 is one of the world's most technologically advanced helicopters, designed and built to deliver the highest levels of operational safety while providing unmatched comfort for rotorcraft in its class.