Avolon Agrees to Lease Six Boeing 737-8 MAX Aircraft to Royal Air Maroc
Avolon will lease six Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, supporting the airline’s growth strategy to become a global connector by 2037.
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Robinson Helicopter Company Appoints Glenn W. E. Ford as COO to Accelerate Manufacturing Expansion
Robinson Helicopter Company appoints veteran aviation executive Glenn W. E. Ford as Chief Operations Officer to drive manufacturing efficiency, logistics optimisation, and production expansion for new helicopter models.
LAM Mozambique Airlines Acquires De Havilland Q400 to Strengthen Fleet Stability
LAM has acquired a De Havilland Q400, marking a strategic step towards fleet ownership, financial stability, and sustainable domestic operations.
Airbus Streamlines Its Tactical Uncrewed Aerial System Offering
Airbus consolidates its tactical uncrewed aerial systems, creating a unified portfolio under Airbus Helicopters to enhance defence and security capabilities.
Lockheed Martin and Belgium Celebrate Arrival of First Belgian F-35 Aircraft
Belgium’s first F-35A Lightning II has arrived at Florennes Air Base. Lockheed Martin and the Belgian Air Force mark a new era of advanced air defence and allied cooperation.
Blackhawk Group Completes First Garmin G1000 NXi Autothrottle and Autoland Installation for King Air 350
Blackhawk completes the first Garmin G1000 NXi Autothrottle and Autoland installation for the King Air 350, advancing cockpit automation and safety.
Lockheed Martin and Belgium Celebrate Arrival of First Belgian F-35 Aircraft
Belgium’s first F-35A Lightning II has arrived at Florennes Air Base. Lockheed Martin and the Belgian Air Force mark a new era of advanced air defence and allied cooperation.
Blackhawk Group Completes First Garmin G1000 NXi Autothrottle and Autoland Installation for King Air 350
Blackhawk completes the first Garmin G1000 NXi Autothrottle and Autoland installation for the King Air 350, advancing cockpit automation and safety.
Mauritania Airlines Selects StandardAero for LEAP-1B and CFM56-7B Engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Support
StandardAero will provide CFM56-7B and LEAP-1B engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for Mauritania Airlines’ Boeing 737 fleet.
The Cessna SkyCourier® Lands in Africa: Absolute Aviation Highlights Its Features
The Cessna SkyCourier® debuts in Africa as Absolute Aviation showcases its 19-seat turboprop, designed for efficiency, flexibility, and regional performance.
Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to Manufacture Key Components for Pratt & Whitney’s F135 Engine Powering the F-35 Lightning II Aircraft
Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to produce key F135 engine components for Pratt & Whitney’s F-35 aircraft, strengthening Belgium’s aerospace industry.
AEGEAN Airlines Expands Fleet with New ATR 72-600, Two More on Order
AEGEAN Airlines, through Olympic Air, has added a new ATR 72-600 to its fleet and ordered two more for delivery in December 2026, reinforcing its regional fleet modernisation and sustainability strategy.
Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to Manufacture Key Components for Pratt & Whitney’s F135 Engine Powering the F-35 Lightning II Aircraft
Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to produce key F135 engine components for Pratt & Whitney’s F-35 aircraft, strengthening Belgium’s aerospace industry.
AEGEAN Airlines Expands Fleet with New ATR 72-600, Two More on Order
AEGEAN Airlines, through Olympic Air, has added a new ATR 72-600 to its fleet and ordered two more for delivery in December 2026, reinforcing its regional fleet modernisation and sustainability strategy.
World’s Largest Bell HEMS Operator Adds Bell 429s to Emergency Services Fleet
Global Medical Response has ordered seven Bell 429s, with options for eight more, strengthening its position as the world’s largest Bell HEMS operator.
Avidyne Announces Certification of Vantage 12 for Cirrus
Avidyne secures FAA certification for its Vantage 12 Flight Display System, offering a cost-effective upgrade for more than 4,000 Cirrus SR20/22 aircraft.
RTX’s Pratt & Whitney and PBS Group to Develop Next-Generation Auxiliary Power Unit
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, and PBS Group will co-develop a next-generation auxiliary power unit (APU) for commercial and military aircraft, enhancing power density and efficiency.
NCAA Grants RPAS Operations Certificate to Caverton Helicopters
The NCAA has awarded Caverton Helicopters an RPAS Operations Certificate following a rigorous certification process at its Abuja headquarters.
SalamAir Continues Expansion with 15th Aircraft “Barr Al Hikman”
SalamAir welcomes its 15th Airbus A321neo “Barr Al Hikman”, boosting Oman’s aviation growth and Vision 2040 goals with new routes and expansion plans.
GADSS-Compliant ARTEX ELT 5000 Achieves Certification on Boeing 787 Aircraft
ARTEX ELT 5000 secures Boeing 787 certification, delivering GADSS-compliant distress tracking and enhanced safety for global aviation operators.
Bristell B23 Achieves FAA Certification, Strengthening Global Market Position
Bristell B23 receives FAA Type Certification, adding to its EASA approval and boosting its global market position for flight schools and private pilots.
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.
Savvy Aviation Unveils AI-Powered Anomaly Detection That Augments Expert Engine Analysis
Savvy Aviation launches GADFly, an AI-powered anomaly detection tool enhancing expert piston engine analysis for safer, data-driven aircraft maintenance.
Rotortrade Delivers AS350 B3+ Utility Helicopter To MERAVO Luftreederei Fluggesellschaft, Germany
Rotortrade delivers an Arctic-proven AS350 B3+ utility helicopter from Air Greenland to Meravo, highlighting strong demand in Europe’s helicopter market.
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.
