Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
Lufthansa Technik launches a specialised upgrade program for the ACJ318 Elite, modernising cabin aesthetics, in-flight entertainment, and connectivity to meet the demands of luxury corporate aviation. HAMBURG – January 2026 – Lufthansa Technik has unveiled a specialized upgrade program for the ACJ318 Elite, the smallest member of the Airbus A320 family, targeting jets originally outfitted […]
WICHITA, Kan. – December 31, 2025 – Textron Aviation marked a significant milestone with the first retail delivery of the Cessna Citation Ascend on 30 December, officially bringing the aircraft into service. Launched in 2023, the midsize business jet introduces a new cockpit, improved performance and a luxurious flat-floor cabin, aiming to redefine the midsize
CESSNA CITATION ASCEND ENTERS SERVICE, RAISING THE BAR FOR MIDSIZE BUSINESS JETSRead More »
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. has successfully completed the first factory acceptance test of its EPOCH® Command and Control (C2) software with Airbus’ OneSat® next-generation software-defined satellite platform. The milestone confirms system compatibility and operational readiness as Airbus advances preparations for launch and in-orbit operations. Unlike traditional fixed satellite systems, Airbus’ OneSat platform enables
The third satellite of the COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation (CSG) constellation has been successfully launched, marking another milestone for Italy’s dual-use radar Earth observation programme. Owned by the Italian Space Agency and the Italian Ministry of Defence, the state-of-the-art constellation delivers the highest levels of performance in support of security and sustainability. The satellite was launched
THE THIRD COSMO-SKYMED SECOND GENERATION SATELLITE SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHEDRead More »
Porter Airlines has taken delivery of its 50th Embraer E195-E2, marking a key milestone in its rapid fleet expansion and growing North American and leisure network. Porter Airlines has reached a significant fleet milestone with the delivery of its 50th Embraer E195-E2, underscoring the rapid growth of one of North America’s most dynamic airline expansions.
PORTER AIRLINES MARKS DELIVERY OF 50TH EMBRAER E195-E2Read More »
Garmin Autoland has completed the first real-world autonomous landing of a King Air 200 following pilot incapacitation, safely guiding the aircraft to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. An emergency use of Garmin Autoland has resulted in the safe, autonomous landing of a King Air 200, marking a first in aviation history and demonstrating the operational maturity
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CALC has placed a firm order for 30 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, expanding its single-aisle fleet and reinforcing its long-term partnership with Airbus. China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC) has placed a firm order with Airbus for 30 additional A320neo Family aircraft, further strengthening its single-aisle portfolio in response to sustained demand from
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Textron Systems has secured a $41m Purchase Order to support the U.S. Air Force’s T-7A Advanced Pilot Training Programme, delivering high-fidelity maintenance training systems. Textron Systems Corporation has been awarded a significant Purchase Order to support the U.S. Air Force’s T-7A Advanced Pilot Training (APT) Programme, reinforcing the growing emphasis on high-fidelity maintenance training as
TEXTRON SYSTEMS SECURES $41M ORDER FOR T-7A MAINTENANCE TRAINING SYSTEMSRead More »
Jambojet has added a new Dash 8 Q400 aircraft to its fleet, expanding capacity on key domestic routes as Kenya’s leading low-cost carrier responds to rising travel demand. Jambojet has added an additional De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 aircraft to its fleet, increasing the airline’s total number of aircraft to ten as domestic travel
JAMBOJET ADDS NEW DASH 8 Q400 AIRCRAFT TO FLEET AMID GROWING DOMESTIC DEMANDRead More »
Ethiopian Airlines has completed Africa’s first full strip-and-paint programme on the Airbus A350-900, marking a major milestone in the airline’s advanced in-house MRO and composite aircraft painting capabilities. Ethiopian Airlines has completed Africa’s first full strip-and-paint programme on the Airbus A350-900, marking a significant milestone in the development of advanced maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities
