Installation expands Yingling’s advanced cabin technology capabilities for mid- to large-cabin business aircraft. Yingling Aviation has completed the installation of its first Collins Aerospace High-Definition Venue™ Cabin Management System, expanding the company’s capability in advanced cabin technology for mid- to large-cabin business aircraft. The Venue cabin management system is installed on more than 1,800 factory-delivered […]

Air France has partnered with Apple TV to expand its long-haul in-flight entertainment, offering over 45 hours of original content and free access via its new high-speed Wi-Fi portal. Air France has announced a new partnership with Apple TV aimed at enhancing its in-flight entertainment offering on long-haul flights. The collaboration, effective from January 2026,

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Blackhawk Aerospace and Seair Seaplanes have confirmed the near completion of Seair’s first Cessna Caravan fitted with the Blackhawk XP140 Engine+ Upgrade and Yukon four-blade propeller. The upgraded aircraft will be introduced on Seair’s expanded Victoria–Vancouver Harbour route, where the performance improvements are intended to deliver a faster, quieter and more capable harbour-to-harbour travel experience

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Yingling Aviation has announced the successful completion of its first installation of the ALTO Cabin Audio System on a Gulfstream G550, marking a new addition to the company’s portfolio of cabin technology upgrades. The installation represents a milestone for Yingling Aviation as it expands its capabilities in premium avionics and interior enhancements for business aircraft.

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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

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Contrail predictions for 2026, reviewing last year’s hits and misses, delayed successes, and what lies ahead for airline contrail mitigation, trials and climate targets. Attempting to predict the future is an awful business. Get it right, and it appears obvious in hindsight; get it wrong, and the verdict is far less forgiving. Nevertheless, for the

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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

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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

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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,

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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

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