Textron Aviation Defence secures its first contract to deliver Beechcraft T-6 Texan II integrated training systems to Japan’s Air Self-Defence Force, with initial deliveries planned from 2029. Textron Aviation Defence has taken a significant step into the Asia-Pacific defence training market, finalising its first contract to deliver the Beechcraft T-6 Texan II integrated training system […]
Embraer’s Ipanema 203 cropduster gains DINAC certification, enabling operations in Paraguay. The aircraft offers high productivity, low operating costs, and sustainable spraying solutions. Botucatu, São Paulo – 18 December 2025 – Embraer’s (NYSE: EMBJ / B3: EMBJ3) Ipanema 203 cropduster has received certification from Paraguay’s National Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DINAC), paving the way for […]
EMBRAER IPANEMA 203 SECURES DINAC CERTIFICATION, EXPANDS INTO PARAGUAYRead More »
The refurbished four-class Emirates Boeing 777 features upgraded interiors with new design elements, including modern colour palettes, specially designed Ghaf Tree motifs, and wood finishes across all cabins Emirates (www.Emirates.com) today announced that retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft featuring Premium Economy will serve flights EK953/954 between Dubai and Beirut from 6 January 2026 and flights EK306/307 between Dubai and Beijing, […]
EMIRATES ROLLS OUT RETROFITTED BOEING 777S WITH PREMIUM ECONOMY TO BEIRUT AND BEIJINGRead More »
WorldTicket by GO7 launches W2 ticketing in Armenia’s IATA BSP, completing its Caucasus coverage and expanding global connectivity for travel agents and airlines. WorldTicket by GO7 has expanded its global distribution reach with the launch of its W2 ticketing capability in IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in Armenia. Announced in Copenhagen on 10 December […]
WORLDTICKET BY GO7 EXTENDS BSP COVERAGE TO ARMENIA, COMPLETING CAUCASUS NETWORKRead More »
Pilatus has opened Pilatus Aircraft Ibérica SA in Seville to expand PC-12 and PC-24 production, strengthening its global manufacturing capacity and supporting growing demand in business aviation. Pilatus has officially opened its new subsidiary, Pilatus Aircraft Ibérica SA, near Seville, marking a strategic expansion designed to meet the sustained global demand for the PC-12 and […]
PILATUS OPENS NEW PRODUCTION FACILITY IN SEVILLE TO BOOST PC-12 AND PC-24 OUTPUTRead More »
First manufacturer to achieve RAC-VLA certification from Aerocivil, expanding opportunities for Explorer, Velis Club, and X-Eye aircraft in Colombia. Ajdovščina, Slovenia – 1 December 2025 – Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. company, has announced that the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority (Aerocivil) has issued type certification for its Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club, and the X-Eye, a 121A […]
PIPISTREL SECURES HISTORIC TYPE CERTIFICATION IN COLOMBIARead More »
New travel solution allows African travellers to explore multiple Southeast Asian destinations on a single ticket, with flexible itineraries and seamless connections. Johannesburg, South Africa – 28 November 2025 – Emirates has launched the Emirates Asia Pass, offering travellers from select African markets streamlined access to multiple destinations across Southeast Asia in a single booking. […]
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Ethiopian Airlines adopts Accelya’s FLX Select NDC service to modernise retailing, enhance passenger experience, and expand distribution while reducing costs. Addis Ababa, 26 November 2025 — Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading aviation group, has adopted Accelya’s FLX Select, a rapid-to-deploy New Distribution Capability (NDC) service, as part of its strategy to modernise travel retailing. The move […]
ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES ENHANCES RETAILING WITH NDC VIA ACCELYA’S FLX SELECTRead More »
FlySafair warns South African travellers to stay vigilant this Black Friday as cybercriminals escalate deepfake scams, fake airline pages, phishing attacks, and PNR fraud. Learn how to protect your bookings and verify legitimate deals. Johannesburg, South Africa – November 24, 2025 – With Black Friday around the corner and South Africans gearing up for holiday travel […]
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Gulfstream’s G800 sets its eighth city-pair speed record on a flight from Phuket to Dubai ahead of the Dubai Airshow, highlighting the aircraft’s long-range performance and adding to the company’s 760+ global speed records. Savannah, Ga., 17 November 2025 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced that its recently certified ultralong-range Gulfstream G800 has achieved its […]
GULFSTREAM G800 SECURES EIGHTH CITY-PAIR SPEED RECORD AHEAD OF DUBAI AIRSHOWRead More »









