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  • Catalyst Turboprop Engine Achieves FAA Certification

    GE Aerospace’s Catalyst turboprop engine has achieved FAA certification. Catalyst is the first, new centerline, clean-sheet advanced turboprop of the 21st century and the first turboprop engine to be certified to the latest standards, which include more than 20 significant new requirements.

    GE Aerospace has announced that the Catalyst turboprop engine has been certified by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAR (Federal Aviation Regulation) Part 33 certification involved over 23 engines and more than 190 component tests.
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  • Hartzell Unveils Composite Kestrel Propeller for Rotax 916-Powered CubCrafters’ Carbon Cub UL

    Hartzell Propeller introduces the Kestrel, a lightweight composite constant speed propeller designed for Rotax 916-powered aircraft. As the first in the new Falcon series, the Kestrel enhances the Carbon Cub UL with superior performance, durability, and efficiency.

    Carbon Cub UL with Kestrel Propeller
  • SITA’s New Global Solution Redefines the Future of Air Traffic Control Messaging

    SITA’s new ATC Connect platform is revolutionising air traffic control messaging by enabling seamless, secure, and real-time communication between airlines, airports, and air navigation service providers (ANSPs). With full interoperability between legacy and modern systems, SITA ATC Connect ensures efficient flight planning and operational reliability.

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    27 February 2025

  • Airlink’s Journey to Retailing Independence with NDC

    This article examines Airlink's journey towards retailing independence through the adoption of NDC and Accelya’s FLX Select, offering insights from industry expert Jonathan Newman and highlighting key innovations in airline retailing.

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    23 February 2025

  • Skyway and TruWeather Partner to Test 4D Kinetic Atmospheric Motion Image Intelligent System (KAMIIS) for Advanced Air Mobility

    Skyway and TruWeather Solutions advanced AAM operations with integrated airspace navigation and real-time weather intelligence. Discover how their collaboration enhanced eVTOL safety, efficiency, and meteorological digital twin technology.

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    21 February 2025

  • EASA STC for Beech B24R and C24R with 3-blade MT-Propeller

    MT-Propeller has received EASA STC 10086373 for the installation of the 3-blade constant speed propeller MTV-12-B/188-59( ) on Beech B24R and C24R aircraft powered by the Textron Lycoming IO-360-A1B engine. With advantages such as superior vibration damping, reduced weight, and unlimited blade life, MT-Propellers set the standard in aviation performance and reliability.

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    21 February 2025

  • ZeroAvia Confirms First Sale of Standalone Electric Propulsion System

    ZeroAvia confirms the first sale of its 600kW electric propulsion system to Jetcruzer International, supporting the development of the Jetcruzer 500E hydrogen-electric aircraft. This marks a major step towards sustainable aviation and zero-emission propulsion technology.

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    21 February 2025

    Jetcruzer International has signed an agreement to purchase ZeroAvia’s 600kW electric propulsion system to power the next stage of its electric aircraft development
  • Safran Obtains EASA Certification of the First Electric Motor for New Air Mobility

    Safran Electrical & Power has achieved a world first with EASA certification for its ENGINeUS 100 electric motor. This breakthrough, following extensive testing, paves the way for advanced hybrid and electric propulsion in aviation.

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    13 February 2025

  • ZeroAvia Invited to Join Second Round of UK CAA’s Hydrogen Sandbox Challenge

    ZeroAvia has been invited to join the second round of the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s Hydrogen Sandbox Challenge. This initiative supports the commercial adoption of hydrogen fuel in aviation, exploring safety, regulatory requirements, and infrastructure development to advance zero-carbon flight.

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    13 February 2025

  • Goodwin Launches Big Game Almost-Ad with James “Buster” Douglas

    Goodwin launched a 30-day digital campaign featuring former heavyweight champion Buster Douglas, leveraging his historic 1990 victory as a metaphor for how technology empowers aviation brokers and operators. Instead of a costly Big Game ad, Goodwin focused on direct engagement, reinforcing its role as a tech leader in charter aviation.

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    13 February 2025

    The Goodwin team and James "Buster" Douglas filming their Big Game "Almost Ad."
  • Ampaire Made History with First Hybrid Electric Flight To Long Beach Airport

    Ampaire made history with the first-ever hybrid electric aircraft landing at Long Beach Airport, marking a significant step in sustainable aviation. Discover how this milestone advances eco-friendly air travel and supports global sustainability goals.

    Ampaire’s “Hawaii Bird” at Ampaire’s Headquarters at the Long Beach Airport, 2025
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  • Advantages of Automated Aircraft Exterior Cleaning Solutions

    Automated aircraft exterior cleaning solutions reduce fuel consumption, operational costs, and environmental impact while improving safety and efficiency. Innovations like Nordic Dino’s robotic cleaning system cut aircraft washing time by up to 80%, saving water and optimising maintenance processes.

  • Boom Supersonic Achieves Supersonic Flight

    Boom Supersonic has successfully completed the first supersonic flight of its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, reaching Mach 1.122. The flight marks a milestone in developing the Overture supersonic airliner, which will offer high-speed, sustainable travel for future passengers.

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