Ethiopia’s air passenger demand is expected to triple by 2044, with IATA calling for continued investment in infrastructure, skills and sustainability. Infrastructure, training and sustainability identified as key to long-term aviation growth ADDIS ABABA — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has projected that Ethiopia’s air passenger demand will triple by 2044, underscoring the need […]

H55 completes system-level safety verification of its energy storage system, advancing certification readiness for electric aviation applications. Testing milestone advances certification readiness for integrated electric propulsion architecture SION, SWITZERLAND — H55 has completed System Safety Function Verification Testing of its integrated Energy Storage System (ESS), marking a key step in its certification pathway and system-level

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Diamond Aircraft delivers a DA62 MPP to the Jamaica Defence Force, enhancing surveillance, border security, and operational capability. Special mission aircraft enhances surveillance and security capability WIENER NEUSTADT — Diamond Aircraft Industries has delivered a DA62 Multi-Purpose Platform (MPP) to the Jamaica Defence Force, supporting the country’s aerial surveillance and national security operations.   SPECIALISED

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The Do228 NXT completes initial engine ground runs, advancing development of the twin-engine turboprop with strong STOL capability. Programme advances to engine fine-tuning phase OBERPFAFFENHOFEN — The first Dornier Do228 NXT has successfully completed initial engine ground runs, marking a key step in the development and production of the next-generation aircraft.   ENGINE TESTING PHASE

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Ethiopian Airlines wins three awards at the PAX Readership Awards 2026, recognising excellence in passenger experience, onboard service, and family-focused offerings. Recognition highlights passenger experience, onboard service and family-focused offerings Ethiopian Airlines has received three awards at the PAX Readership Awards 2026, held in Hamburg, Germany, recognising its performance across key areas of passenger service.

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Diamond Aircraft appoints AirMax Patrol as exclusive U.S. distributor for the DA62 MPP, targeting airborne law enforcement and special mission operators. Partnership targets law enforcement and special mission operators across the United States Diamond Aircraft has appointed AirMax Patrol LLC as the exclusive United States distributor for the DA62 MPP (Multi-Purpose Platform), strengthening its presence

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Embraer and Jazz Aviation sign an inventory support agreement for 25 E175 aircraft, introducing the ECIP programme in Canada to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. Collaborative planning programme aims to reduce downtime across Canadian regional operations Orlando, 22 April 2026 — Embraer and Jazz Aviation LP have signed a spare parts inventory support agreement covering

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Tecnam’s P2008JC NG receives EASA CS-23 certification and enters service, introducing a next-generation training aircraft focused on safety, efficiency, and modern avionics. Next-generation trainer delivered following CS-23 Amendment 6 approval Tecnam has received European certification for its new Tecnam P2008JC NG and completed the first delivery during AERO Friedrichshafen 2026.   The aircraft was formally

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AERO 2026 opens in Friedrichshafen with a record 860 exhibitors, reflecting strong growth in general and business aviation and continued industry investment. Strong industry momentum reflected in growth across general and business aviation sectors   AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 is set to open with a record number of exhibitors, underlining continued growth and investment across the

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AAR launches Airvoyant, an AI-driven procurement platform designed to streamline aircraft parts sourcing for airlines and MROs through automation and integrated supply chain intelligence. AI-enabled system aims to streamline aircraft parts sourcing and procurement workflows   Aviation services provider AAR CORP. has announced the launch of Airvoyant, an artificial intelligence-driven procurement platform designed to modernise

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