Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
The African Business Aviation Association has launched the first phase of a continent-wide research initiative aimed at providing a comprehensive, data-driven understanding of business aviation across Africa. The African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) has announced the launch of the first phase of a major research initiative designed to improve understanding of business aviation across the […]
Gulfstream Aerospace has established a dedicated on-site Customer Support office in Singapore, strengthening its Asia-Pacific service network and enhancing support capabilities for regional operators. Gulfstream Aerospace has announced the establishment of a new on-site Customer Support office in Singapore, further strengthening its service network across the Asia-Pacific region and enhancing support for operators throughout the
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ExecuJet MRO Services Europe has completed a comprehensive upgrade and refurbishment project on a Dassault Falcon 7X, including Starlink installation, avionics upgrades, engine replacement and cabin refurbishment. EXECUJET COMPLETES MAJOR FALCON 7X MODIFICATION AND REFURBISHMENT PROGRAMME ExecuJet MRO Services Europe has completed an extensive maintenance, upgrade and refurbishment project on a Dassault Falcon 7X at
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Airlink will launch twice-weekly non-stop flights between Cape Town and Mauritius from October 2026, using its new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft and expanding direct connectivity between South Africa and the Indian Ocean island nation. AIRLINK ADDS DIRECT CAPE TOWN–MAURITIUS FLIGHTS New route strengthens leisure and business links Airlink has announced the launch of a new twice-weekly
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Electra has unveiled a turbo-electric commercial aircraft concept for NASA’s AACES 2050 programme, exploring advanced aerodynamics and electrification technologies for future 100-plus passenger airliners. MANASSAS, VIRGINIA – Electra has unveiled a new conceptual aircraft design for next-generation commercial airliners as part of NASA’s Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 programme. The study examines
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ACC Aviation has facilitated multiple CFM56 engine transactions for Middle Eastern operators and international MRO providers, supporting fleet continuity and engine availability requirements. DUBAI, UAE – ACC Aviation has announced its involvement in a series of commercial aircraft engine transactions across the Middle East, supporting regional airline operators and engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO)
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IATA forecasts global airline profits will fall to US$23 billion in 2026 as Middle East disruptions and rising fuel prices significantly impact industry profitability despite continued passenger demand growth. Rising fuel prices and operational challenges expected to cut global airline profits by almost half in 2026 GLOBAL AIRLINE PROFITS FORECAST TO FALL SHARPLY The International
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Boeing has delivered the first two 787 Dreamliners to Riyadh Air as the Saudi carrier prepares to launch operations and build a network of more than 100 destinations by 2030. New Saudi carrier receives first aircraft as it prepares to launch commercial operations and expand international connectivity RIYADH AIR TAKES DELIVERY OF FIRST 787 AIRCRAFT
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Bell Textron has announced the sale of India’s first Bell 407GXi helicopter to TransBharat Aviation, supporting regional connectivity and expanding the operator’s rotary-wing capabilities. Bell Textron has announced the sale of the first Bell 407GXi helicopter in India to TransBharat Aviation Private Limited, marking a milestone for the aircraft type in the country’s rotary-wing aviation
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Rolls-Royce reports that its Trent XWB-84 Enhanced Performance engine has achieved a 1.8% reduction in fuel consumption during its first year of service, exceeding initial expectations. Rolls-Royce has announced that its Trent XWB-84 Enhanced Performance (EP) engine has delivered significantly greater fuel savings than originally anticipated during its first year of airline service. The
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