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European defence and aerospace companies are increasing participation in AFRIDEX 2026 as Africa’s defence and industrial cooperation landscape continues to expand. European defence, aerospace and security companies are showing increasing interest in AFRIDEX 2026, with organisers confirming that 46% of current exhibitors originate from Europe. The exhibition, scheduled to take place in Lagos, Nigeria from […]
EVA Air has retained its SKYTRAX 5-Star Airline certification for the 11th consecutive year while expanding its North American network with a new Washington, D.C. route. Recognition reinforces airline’s long-term operational and service consistency EVA Air has retained its SKYTRAX 5-Star Airline certification for the 11th consecutive year, maintaining its position among the world’s highest-rated
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Flight Academy of South Texas has taken delivery of its first Tecnam P-Mentor aircraft as the new training academy expands operations and plans further fleet growth. Tecnam has delivered the first Tecnam P-Mentor aircraft to the Flight Academy of South Texas as the newly established training academy expands its operations in the United States.
FLIGHT ACADEMY OF SOUTH TEXAS TAKES DELIVERY OF FIRST TECNAM P-MENTORRead More »
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority has advanced Archer Aviation’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft into a Restricted Type Certificate programme supporting future commercial air taxi operations in Abu Dhabi. The United Arab Emirates General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and Archer Aviation have advanced the certification pathway for the Midnight eVTOL aircraft, moving the programme into a
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AAR named to USA TODAY’s 2026 Climate Leaders list, recognising emissions reporting and environmental performance. Recognition reflects emissions reporting and environmental performance criteria INDUSTRY RECOGNITION AAR CORP. has been included in USA TODAY’s America’s Climate Leaders 2026 list, a ranking developed in partnership with Statista. The list, published on 22 April 2026, recognises
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Ethiopian Airlines named Best Airline in Africa 2026 at APEX Passenger Choice Awards based on passenger feedback. Passenger-based award reflects service consistency and operational performance PASSENGER-DRIVEN RECOGNITION Ethiopian Airlines has been named Best Airline in Africa 2026 at the APEX Passenger Choice Awards. The recognition is based on independently verified passenger feedback, reflecting customer
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Center Air Pilot Academy orders 11 Tecnam aircraft at AERO 2026, expanding its training fleet with P-Mentor and P2006T NG platforms. Danish ATO adds 11 aircraft following continued operational partnership Center Air Pilot Academy has placed a new aircraft order with Tecnam at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026, confirming the acquisition of ten P-Mentor trainers and one
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AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 will feature its largest-ever business aviation showcase, with increased aircraft representation, expanded partnerships and a broader industry programme. RECORD AIRCRAFT REPRESENTATION AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 will open on 22 April with a record 50 business aviation aircraft on display, up from 30 the previous year. The exhibition will include a mix of
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Lufthansa Technik and Designworks have introduced a new modular narrowbody VIP cabin concept, “The BOW”, at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, redefining group-focused private air travel. A NEW APPROACH TO VIP CABIN DESIGN Presented at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026, “The BOW” represents a shift from traditional single-passenger luxury layouts toward configurations designed for
LUFTHANSA TECHNIK AND DESIGNWORKS UNVEIL MODULAR VIP NARROWBODY CABIN CONCEPTRead More »
ICON Aircraft will return to the Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo in April 2026, showcasing its A5 light sport aircraft as part of its continued engagement with the general aviation community. RETURN TO MAJOR GENERAL AVIATION EVENT ICON Aircraft has confirmed its participation in the 2026 Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo, one of the largest
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