Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
US Aviation Academy, a premier flight training institution, has announced a strategic fleet expansion with the acquisition of 38 Tecnam aircraft, further solidifying its role in training the next generation of pilots. This agreement, which includes an option for 52 additional aircraft, will see deliveries continuing through 2026 and 2027. Strengthening Training Capabilities The new […]
The KC-135 Stratotanker, a cornerstone of U.S. aerial refuelling for nearly seven decades, is poised for a transformation. Traditionally limited to non-combat environments due to situational awareness and communication constraints, the platform could see expanded battlefield roles with an affordable, robust voice and data interoperability system. Next-Level Connectivity for Tanker Platforms Northrop Grumman, in collaboration
NORTHROP GRUMMAN ENHANCES KC-135 WITH ADVANCED INTEROPERABILITY SOLUTIONRead More »
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will focus on digitalisation, sustainability and safety/security as the key issues in helping the global air cargo industry as it adapts to unfolding geopolitical shifts. “Air cargo demonstrated its resilience in adapting to the post-pandemic world. In 2024, more cargo was transported
Collaboration Aims to Develop 50% More Fuel-Efficient Blended-Wing-Body Aircraft JetZero and Delta Air Lines have announced a groundbreaking partnership to develop the next generation of commercial aircraft, leveraging JetZero’s innovative blended-wing-body (BWB) design. This collaboration aligns with Delta’s long-term sustainability goals, aiming to advance aviation technology while significantly reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
JETZERO AND DELTA PARTNER TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF AIR TRAVELRead More »
The French Procurement Agency, Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA), has selected the PC-7 MKX as the new training system for the French Air and Space Force. The fleet of 22 PC-7 MKXs will be used to provide basic training for military pilots – deliveries are scheduled for 2027. In the early days of 2025, Babcock
FRENCH AIR AND SPACE FORCE BUYS 22 PC-7 MKX AIRCRAFT FOR BASIC MILITARY PILOT TRAININGRead More »
TORONTO, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -This March, British Airways is proudly celebrating 65 years of flights between Toronto and London. Since launching the route in 1960, the airline has played a vital role in connecting Canada’s largest city with the UK capital, enabling tourism, business, and connecting loved ones across the Atlantic. This month British
The Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) is more than just a vision—it is an economic imperative for the continent. By fostering a unified African sky, SAATM aims to reduce travel costs, enhance connectivity, and stimulate economic growth and cultural exchange. Supported by the Joint Prioritised Action Plan (JPAP), this initiative requires the joint efforts
SAATM: UNLOCKING AFRICA’S POTENTIAL THROUGH A UNIFIED AIR TRANSPORT MARKETRead More »
Bombardier today announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved the ultimate performance milestone: setting a category-leading 100 speed records(1). The industry flagship business jet set the mark on a mission departing from Bombardier’s Authorised Service Facility ACI Jet in San Luis Obispo and landing at the London Biggin Hill Airport on Feb. 28 in nine
Addis Ababa, 28 February 2025: Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is proud to announce the commencement of a new passenger flight service to Porto, Portugal, effective July 2, 2025. This new service will include a single stop via Madrid, Spain. The introduction of
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Capua, Italy. Tecnam is proud to announce that the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has officially awarded Type Certification to the P2006T NG (Next Generation)—a milestone that redefines excellence in the twin-engine aircraft category. Fifteen years after its initial debut, the P2006T continues to evolve, setting new benchmarks in efficiency, technology, and performance. With hundreds
CERTIFIED IN LESS THAN A YEAR FROM LAUNCH AT AERO 2024Read More »