Deutsche Aircraft has selected Hutchinson, a global leader in advanced insulation and composite systems, to design, develop, and supply the Primary Insulation and Low-Pressure Air Ducting System for the next-generation D328eco® regional turboprop aircraft. Announced following the Paris Air Show, the partnership underscores a shared commitment to sustainable innovation and enhanced aircraft performance. Hutchinson’s ultra-lightweight […]

From breaking the sound barrier to touching the Moon, Bell has never shied away from rewriting aviation history. Now, as the company marks its 90th anniversary, the global aerospace community joins in celebrating nearly a century of bold engineering, resilience, and an enduring legacy that continues to shape the future of vertical flight. Founded in

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A fascinating pair of Turkish cities are now directly accessible from London Stansted LONDON – Pegasus Airlines continues to expand its route network this summer by adding direct flights from the UK to two new Turkish destinations – Gaziantep and Kayseri.   On 21 June, a new direct route between London Stansted and Gaziantep was launched, offering a seamless link

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California tour logs over 50 flights—up to eight per day—at Palo Alto and San Carlos, accelerating demand for the all-electric trainer SION, Switzerland, and PALO ALTO, Calif.—June 26, 2025—H55 the Swiss electric aviation pioneer born from the Solar Impulse program, today reported that its Bristell B23 Energic completed more than 50 demonstration flights with potential

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As international passenger travel continues to rebound in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, aviation is increasingly making its mark as an enabler of business and economic development. This dynamic presents South Africa – and the continent more broadly – with a unique opportunity. The aviation sector is expected to show steady growth over the

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Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has successfully completed the delivery of 40 Bell 505 helicopters to the Republic of Korea Army (ROKA) and Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN), fulfilling its contract with the Defence Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) signed in May 2022. The delivery marks a significant milestone for Bell, which managed to

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Rolls-Royce has responded positively to the UK Government’s renewed commitment to its Industrial Strategy, particularly the focus on advancing the aerospace and nuclear sectors. CEO Tufan Erginbilgic praised the government’s long-term strategic vision, highlighting the alignment with Rolls-Royce’s core capabilities in gas turbines, Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs). “Our highly differentiated

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Northrop Grumman’s latest MQ-4C Triton uncrewed aircraft has entered flight testing with the U.S. Navy’s Naval Air Systems Command, marking a significant step forward for maritime surveillance and multi-intelligence capabilities. The new aircraft is undergoing calibration and additional test flights over the company’s Palmdale, California facility before it joins an operational unit. Built for both

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Air Austral and Madagascar Airlines have officially signed a codeshare and Special Prorate Agreement, signalling a revitalised commercial partnership aimed at enhancing regional and international connectivity. The landmark agreement, signed at the Paris Air Show, ushers in a new strategic chapter for both carriers, strengthening their joint footprint across the Indian Ocean and beyond. The

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A significant leap in European aerospace ambitions was announced with the French Ministry of the Armed Forces pledging support for Dassault Aviation’s VORTEX spaceplane demonstrator. French Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Dassault Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier confirmed the agreement, marking a bold step toward France’s next-generation orbital capabilities. The demonstrator is the first

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