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From flightdeck to back office, how digitalisation can reshape operations
Owning less, flying smart: industry perspectives on fractional ownership
The move has been made for long-term value creation.
flyExclusive adds to Challenger roster with brace of CL350s
January 17, 2026
As flyExclusive advances its 2026 fleet plan, the company remains focused on aligning aircraft additions with demand trends, improving utilisation and strengthening unit economics across its service offerings.
The TBM 980 is the sixth aircraft launched by Daher in the TBM 900 series since it acquired the TBM product line in 2014.
TBM 980 is expected to be a Daher game-changer
January 17, 2026
The TBM 980 is equipped with Garmin’s GWX 8000 all-digital radar, which has excellent range and performance with precision target imaging, while StormOptix technology automatically adjusts radar settings.
The M2 Gen2 features premium interior styling, ambient accent lighting, illuminated cupholders and an optional folding side-facing seat.
Cessna M2 Gen2 with autothrottle is primed to fly
January 17, 2026
Autothrottle technology allows pilots to focus on a variety of operation-critical activities in the cockpit, giving them smoother transitions and greater control throughout the entire flight operation.
The design has proved itself over a number of years.
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.
CEO James Chitty will continue to lead the company, now as a fully independent business.
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.
Matt Frick sees great potential in the CL604 for a wide range of missions.
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.
The latest addition to Gayo’s team is fleet sales manager Faizan Alam.
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.
William Roux says the Global is a proven platform.
Global Jet hails arrival of award-winning first ACJ319 neo
January 17, 2026
With 73 aircraft currently under management, Global Jet continues to grow in a structured and disciplined manner. Bombardier is now the most represented OEM within its fleet, with 22 aircraft under management.
Pilot Arnaud Mezzarobba, CEO Philippe Penari, NPCT Eric Vuillermoz and captain Brice Duruisseau.
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.
Ben Watts, chief operating officer at Flexjet EMEA, receives Flexjet’s domestic operating authorisation from Awad bin Attallah Al-Sulami, executive vice president for economic policies and logistics services at the General Authority of Civil Aviation.
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.
Since its inception in 1987, the airlift has transported more than 10,000 athletes and coaches to the USA Games.
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.
Dave Mecartney and Shannon Day can’t wait to fly their new machines.
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’s Fly Legal Day campaign is vital to raising awareness of the dangers posed by illegal charter flights,” says Glenn Hogben, chief executive at The Air Charter Association.
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.
The partnership with Edese Doret Industrial Design is in its third aircraft programme.
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.
There are close synergies between the private jet and yachting industries.
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.
FAA certification has unlocked service entry for the redesigned Citation Ascend.
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 strives to regularly update its fleet.
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.
The aircraft will be deployed for energy missions.
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.
The impressive aircraft can seat up to 16.
ASG will fly offshore-configured Leonardo AW189
January 2, 2026
The introduction of the AW189 strengthens the company's position and enables the expansion of its service portfolio in the Caspian Sea region, with potential growth into other regional and global markets in the future.
FlexCoah is particularly pleased with the SkyCourier’s payload.
FlexCoah debuts the Cessna SkyCourier in Mexico
January 2, 2026
Founded in 2009 in Saltillo, Mexico, FlexCoah is a nationally recognised freight transportation company specialising in long-haul and local cargo services. The new Cessna SkyCourier will join the company’s Caravans.
AirSprint’s 20th CJ3+ is resplendent in a striking blue.
AirSprint receives 42nd aircraft in the form of a CJ3+
December 29, 2025
AirSprint’s 20th CJ3+ is its 42nd aircraft. With a larger fleet, it can offer its more than 600 fractional owners improved availability, additional scheduling flexibility and more empty leg opportunities.
NHV will retain its focus on Europe and Africa while GDHF continues global helicopter leasing and finance operations.
GDHF acquires NHV to expand helicopter choice
December 22, 2025
NHV will retain operational independence across Europe and Africa while GDHF supports future growth and improved service flexibility.
The jet offers unparalleled performance.
Bombardier Global 8000 secures FAA certification as first aircraft enters service
December 22, 2025
US approval followed Canadian certification and entry into service with Chartright while European validation remains pending as the ultra long-range flagship advances globally.
The APMG S package brings the spirit of continuous improvement to early production HondaJets.
Honda unveils HondaJet upgrade package
December 22, 2025
The APMG S package allows owners to upgrade their aircraft with technical innovations introduced on more recent iterations of the platform, such as the HondaJet Elite S.
CaptainJet is affiliated with Jetfly, a European leader in fractional aircraft ownership.
PlaneSense and CaptainJet put heads together for fractions
December 22, 2025
Through this collaboration, the PlaneSense sourcing solution team will coordinate private aircraft charters for clients across Europe and beyond, ensuring seamless service and expanded travel options.
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