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Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit for 2025–26, Maintains Position as the World’s Most Profitable Airline

Emirates Group posts record half-year profit of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) for 2025–26. Emirates Airline and dnata both achieve double-digit profit growth, reflecting strong global travel demand and operational excellence.
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  • ALSIM’s New AL2006 Simulator Joins the Fleet of Professional Aviation Academy in Italy

    Professional Aviation Academy Italy adds ALSIM’s new AL2006 simulator replicating the Tecnam P2006T NG, strengthening advanced multi-engine pilot training.

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  • Marrakech Joins Delta’s Growing Global Network: New Direct Route from Atlanta Opens Gateway to Morocco

    Delta Air Lines launches nonstop flights between Atlanta and Marrakech, enhancing U.S.–Morocco connectivity and expanding its African route network.

    Supplied: Delta Air Lines
  • Avion Express Offers 250 Open Positions for Pilots Worldwide

    Avion Express, a leading global provider of narrow-body ACMI services and part of Avia Solutions Group, is announcing 250 new pilot positions available worldwide for commercial pilots holding either EASA or ICAO licenses. This announcement is part of the annual recruitment season, launched under the slogan “We take care of you. We take care of…

  • AirExplore Adds an Additional B737-800 to Its Fleet

    AirExplore expands its fleet with a new B737-800 from Aviation Capital Group, strengthening its ACMI operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

    Supplied: AirExplore_ OM-PEX_Author - Daniel Lences
  • Riyadh Air Operates First Flight to London Heathrow

    Riyadh Air begins its first daily service to London Heathrow, marking a major milestone in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the airline’s Pathway to Perfect plan.

    Supplied: Riyadh Air
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  • Arlanda Becomes First Airport in Europe to Implement New Air Traffic Approach Concept

    Swedavia and LFV introduce Europe’s first Established on RNP (EoR) approach at Stockholm Arlanda Airport, enhancing capacity, efficiency, and sustainability.

    Flygtornet på Stockholm Arlanda Airport
  • Bell Textron Announces Letters of Intent to Explore Significant Cooperation with Ukraine

    Bell Textron has signed Letters of Intent with Ukraine to explore cooperation on potential procurement of AH-1Z and UH-1Y aircraft under a U.S. FMS programme.

    Bell President and CEO Lisa Atherton joined by Executive Delegation from Ukraine
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  • BAE Systems and Aviation Concepts, LLC Renew International Distributor Agreement

    BAE Systems and Aviation Concepts renew their international distributor agreement, strengthening global access to aerospace parts and support solutions.

    BAE Systems and Aviation Concepts, LLC Renew International Distributor Agreement
  • 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.

    Belgium’s first F-35 to arrive in country lands at Florennes Air Base (Photo: Belgian Air Force)
  • Supply Chain Challenges Could Cost Airlines More Than $11 Billion in 2025

    IATA and Oliver Wyman warn that aircraft supply chain delays could cost airlines $11 billion in 2025, driven by fuel, maintenance, leasing, and inventory costs.

    Supply Chain Challenges Could Cost Airlines More Than $11 Billion in 2025
  • 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.

    Belgium’s first F-35 to arrive in country lands at Florennes Air Base (Photo: Belgian Air Force)
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

    Supplied: ATR-AEGEAN Airlines
  • Veryon AIRE Redefines Aviation Maintenance with AI-Powered Intelligence Across the Entire Fleet

    Veryon launches AIRE, an AI-powered aviation intelligence platform delivering predictive maintenance, smarter fleet management, and enhanced reliability.

    Veryon AIRE brings generative AI to life across the Veryon product suite in three distinct ways: conversational intelligence, predictive analytics, and decision support. Together, these capabilities enhance efficiency and deliver insights for every operator.
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  • HAVELSAN’s Boeing 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator Achieves EASA Recurrent Certification

    HAVELSAN has received EASA recurrent certification for its Boeing 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator, reinforcing its position in advanced pilot training technology.

    HAVELSAN’s Boeing 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator Achieves EASA Recurrent Certification
  • TRU Simulation’s Veris Virtual Reality Flight Simulator Achieves FAA Qualification, Ushering in a New Era of Immersive Pilot Training

    TRU Simulation’s Veris Virtual Reality Flight Simulator earns FAA Level 7 qualification, marking a new era in immersive pilot training with Bell 505 integration.

    TRU Simulation Veris VR Simulator
  • IADA Releases Current Market Portrait & Forecast, Noting an Increase in New Aircraft Enquiries from Africa

    IADA’s 2025–2026 Market Portrait & Forecast highlights global business jet trends and growing demand for new aircraft across Africa.

    The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) has released its latest Market Portrait & Forecast, offering insights into global business aircraft trends from September 2025 through to September 2026.
  • Yingling Aviation Completes First Winglet Installation on Falcon 900

    Yingling Aviation completes its first Falcon 900 winglet installation ahead of schedule, showcasing precision engineering and exceptional craftsmanship.

    Completed winglet install on a Falcon 900 in Yingling Aviation hangar
  • Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies Join Forces to Deliver an Innovative Vision for Flight Data Management

    Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies partner to enhance flight data management, improving safety, efficiency, and reducing operating costs.

  • AELF Joins Airlink Inc as a Platinum Sponsor Supporting Global Humanitarian Efforts

    AELF commits $100,000 as a Platinum Sponsor of Airlink Inc, supporting aviation-based humanitarian aid and global disaster relief operations.

    AELF Joins Airlink Inc as a Platinum Sponsor Supporting Global Humanitarian Efforts
  • 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.

    First Customer PC-12 PRO: Photo credit: Pilatus Aircraft Ltd - pilatus-aircraft.com
  • Gulfstream Introduces the All-New Gulfstream G300

    Gulfstream introduces the G300, replacing the G280 with enhanced safety, technology, and comfort. The super-midsize jet features 3,600 nm range and advanced avionics.

    Gulfstream G300
  • Why EASA’s Task-to-Tool Model is Changing Pilot Training

    EASA’s task-to-tool model shifts pilot training from simulator level to training task, enabling smarter, cost-effective use of devices without compromising safety.

    Inside FFS Cockpit - BAA Training
  • International: Joby To Bring Blade’s Air Mobility Services To The Uber App

    Joby and Uber to integrate Blade flights into the Uber app, paving the way for Joby’s quiet, zero-emissions air taxi service worldwide.

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    22 September 2025

    International: Joby To Bring Blade’s Air Mobility Services To The Uber App
  • Boeing Opens New Engineering Centre at Embry‑Riddle Research Park

    Boeing has opened a new 65,000-sq-ft Engineering Centre at Embry-Riddle Research Park, supporting Air Dominance programs and adding 400 high-paying jobs in Florida.

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    15 September 2025

    The Cici & Hyatt Brown Centre for Aerospace Technology, which is home to a newly opened Boeing Engineering Centre. (Photo: Embry-Riddle)
  • Brigade Discusses How Tailored GSE Safety Systems Can Cut Ground Damage Costs by up to 42%

    Discover how Brigade’s tailored GSE safety systems can reduce ground damage costs by up to 42%, protecting aircraft and preventing costly AOG downtime.

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    15 September 2025

    Supplied Credit: https://www.istockphoto.com/portfolio/andrbk?mediatype=photography
  • Joby Completes Acquisition of Blade’s Passenger Business

    Joby Aviation completes acquisition of Blade’s passenger business, accelerating entry into commercial eVTOL air taxi services in key global markets.

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    15 September 2025

    Joby Completes Acquisition of Blade’s Passenger Business
  • SkyDrive Partners with DUC Hélices to Develop Rotor for SKYDRIVE SD-05

    SkyDrive partners with DUC Hélices to accelerate SD-05 eVTOL rotor development, focusing on safety, noise reduction, and progress toward type certification.

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    15 September 2025

    From left: Arnaud Coville, Chief Development Officer of SkyDrive and Vincent Duqueine, President of DUC Hélices Propellers