Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
In a significant advancement for assured navigation technology, NAL Research and VectorNav Technologies have announced a collaborative effort to develop Iridium-based inertial navigation systems (INS) designed to function in GNSS-denied environments. The joint project aims to deliver robust Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (APNT) capabilities using a combination of VectorNav’s tactical-grade INS and NAL’s Iridium […]
Rolls-Royce has been awarded a significant five-year support agreement by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) for the ongoing maintenance and service of the EJ200 engine, which powers the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon fleet. The contract, known as the Typhoon Engine Support Solution (TESS), ensures the continued performance and availability of around 130 EJ200 engines,
ROLLS-ROYCE SECURES STRATEGIC SUPPORT CONTRACT FOR RAF TYPHOON ENGINESRead More »
Commercial applications and military demand fuel rapid sector growth. The global market for fixed-wing vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is on a sharp upward trajectory, with forecasts projecting a surge from USD 842 million in 2022 to USD 4.6 billion by 2030. This represents a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR)
FIXED-WING VTOL UAV MARKET SET TO SOAR TO $4.6 BILLION BY 2030Read More »
Airline backs 20th anniversary celebrations with auction and travel sponsorships. NANYUKI, KENYA — Kenya Airways (KQ) has stepped into the conservation arena with a new partnership announced this week with Ol Pejeta Conservancy, marking a fresh chapter of collaboration between aviation and environmental stewardship. The agreement forms part of Ol Pejeta’s OPC@20 celebrations, commemorating two
KENYA AIRWAYS JOINS FORCES WITH OL PEJETA IN LANDMARK CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIPRead More »
In a landmark move to bolster its long-haul and cargo operations, China Airlines has announced an order for up to 23 Boeing 777X aircraft, becoming the first carrier in Taiwan to commit to the advanced widebody jet. The agreement includes 10 777-9 passenger aircraft and four 777-8 Freighters, with options for an additional five 777-9s
JEDDAH – 8 May 2025– The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has convened a high-level workshop in Jeddah aimed at aligning Saudi Arabia’s aviation training priorities with the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030 goals. The gathering brought together senior figures from government, academia, and the aviation sector to address the growing need for skills development in
JEDDAH WORKSHOP SHAPES FUTURE AVIATION TALENT FOR VISION 2030Read More »
DUBLIN – 8 May 2025 – Avolon, the global aviation finance leader, has announced the appointment of Linda Hickey as an independent non-executive director to its board and chair of both the Audit and Remuneration Committees. Hickey steps into the role as Denis Nayden retires from the board after 15 years of distinguished service. Hickey
LINDA HICKEY JOINS AVOLON BOARD AS NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORRead More »
Deal Positions AirTera as Industry’s First Integrated Compliance and Training Provider. Phoenix, Arizona — AirTera, the aviation services brand under NATA Compliance Services, has acquired Safety and Security Instruction (SSi), signalling a strategic move to create the aviation industry’s first unified platform that merges identity management, safety, security, and dynamic training. SSi, known for
AIRTERA ACQUIRES SSI TO LAUNCH UNIFIED AVIATION TRAINING AND SECURITY PLATFORMRead More »
Johannesburg, South Africa – 6 May 2025 — South African Airways (SAA) has confirmed it was impacted by a significant cyber incident over the weekend, temporarily disrupting access to its website, mobile application, and several internal systems. The breach, which began on Saturday, 3 May, prompted immediate containment measures and a coordinated response to protect
SAA SWIFTLY CONTAINS CYBER INCIDENT, ASSURES STAKEHOLDERS OF SYSTEM INTEGRITYRead More »
WICHITA, Kan.- Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of a Beechcraft King Air 360C aircraft aimed at strengthening Greece’s air ambulance capabilities. The new King Air 360C will join two Beechcraft King Air 350C turboprops already in service and will be operated out of Elefsis Airbase in Greece. “The King Air 360C will significantly boost Greece’s ability to
BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 360C STRENGTHENS GREECE’S AIR AMBULANCE SERVICESRead More »
