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Aircraft
GE Aerospace Selects AerCap to Provide Lease Pool Management Services for GE9X Engine
GE Aerospace has signed a seven-year agreement with AerCap to manage lease pool services for the GE9X engine, extending their long-standing partnership across multiple GE engine platforms.
New Heights for the Pre-Owned Helicopter Market
The global pre-owned helicopter market is rebounding, with demand driven by EMS, SAR, firefighting, and offshore operations, and growth forecast to USD 48.06B by 2032.
IATA Highlights Aviation’s Strategic Role in Rwanda’s Economic Growth
IATA’s Value of Air Transport study shows aviation contributes USD 160m to Rwanda’s GDP, supports 42,000 jobs, and drives growth through tourism and connectivity.
SkyAlyne Completes Factory Acceptance Of First Two Grob G 120TPs (CT-102B Astra II) Destined For RCAF
SkyAlyne completes factory acceptance of the first two Grob G 120TPs (CT-102B Astra II) for the RCAF’s Future Aircrew Training programme.
HUBTEX to Present New Work Platform for Aircraft Maintenance at MRO Europe 2025
Discover HUBTEX’s new omnidirectional EPL platform for safe, precise aircraft maintenance and assembly, debuting at MRO Europe 2025 in London.
GAMA Releases Second Quarter 2025 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) reports increased aircraft shipments and higher delivery values for the first half of 2025, driven by growth in the business jet and piston airplane sectors.
Pilatus Hands Over the First PC-12 PRO
Pilatus hands over the first PC-12 PRO, featuring the Garmin G3000 Prime cockpit, Safety Autoland, and PT6 engine. The aircraft sets new standards in safety and innovation.
Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First Rolls-Royce Powered Airbus A330neo
Air Côte d’Ivoire takes delivery of its first Airbus A330neo powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, boosting long-haul connectivity and efficiency.
Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First A330neo
Air Côte d’Ivoire receives its first A330-900, the airline’s first widebody, to expand routes to Paris, the Middle East and North America, with Airbus Foundation aid flight.
GKN Aerospace Accelerates Additive Fabrication Ramp-Up With US Expansio
GKN Aerospace expands its Newington, Connecticut site with a new additive fabrication line for Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, creating jobs and boosting US manufacturing.
Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority
Embraer’s E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets receive SACAA type certification, paving the way for Airlink’s fleet expansion and enhancing Africa’s regional connectivity.
The Piper Seminole DX Powered by DeltaHawk
The Piper Seminole DX is a next-generation diesel-powered PA-44 featuring DeltaHawk’s DHK4A180 engine, delivering 40% better fuel efficiency and lower costs.
International: Do228 Fleet Maintenance Contract Signed Between Bangladesh Navy and Do228 OEM General Atomics AeroTec Systems
Bangladesh Navy and GA-ATS sign a new contract for heavy maintenance, pilot training, and radar upgrades for two Do228 special mission aircraft.
Hartzell Debuts Carbon Voyager Propellers Optimised for Cessna Skywagons
Hartzell Propeller introduces the Carbon Voyager, a lightweight carbon fibre composite propeller optimised for the Cessna Skywagon fleet. With improved performance, durability, and weight reduction, it represents the next evolution in aircraft propeller technology.
