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International: Unlocking Seamless Multimodality in Europe – Air–Rail Integration Moves to the Forefront

EU policymakers and industry assess progress on air–rail integration as MultiModX concludes, highlighting passenger-centric multimodal transport solutions.
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  • Rotortrade Delivers Two Airbus H145 D3 Helicopters to SAF Helicopters

    Rotortrade has delivered two Airbus H145 D3 helicopters to SAF Hélicoptères for EMS operations in Catalonia, completing a time-sensitive acquisition and delivery process within two months.

    Rotortrade Delivers Two Airbus H145 D3 Helicopters to SAF Helicopters
  • AAD 2026
  • EASA and IATA Join Forces to Harmonise Flight Emissions Data for Passengers

    EASA and IATA partner to align the EU Flight Emissions Label with IATA’s EcoHub and CO₂ Connect, improving transparency and consistency in airline emissions data.

  • Embraer Develops Artificial Intelligence Solution to Increase Data-Driven Operational Efficiency

    Embraer and Aquarela Analytics have developed Smart Planning, an AI-based solution that improves inventory management, enhances supply chain integration and increases data-driven operational efficiency.

    Embraer Develops AI-Driven Smart Planning Tool to Boost Operational Efficiency
  • October Air Passenger Demand Growth Accelerates to 6.6%

    Global air passenger demand rose 6.6% in October 2025, with strong international growth led by Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, according to new IATA data.

  • Garmin SmartCharts Adds Graphical NOTAMs Overlay to Alert Pilots to Surface Closures

    Garmin adds a colour-coded Graphical NOTAMs overlay and new Storm Tops weather tool to its SmartCharts and Garmin Pilot app, giving pilots clearer visibility of runway closures, conditions and weather intensity.

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    26 November 2025

    GraphicalNOTAMs SmartCharts Hero
  • AAD 2026
  • October Air Passenger Demand Growth Accelerates to 6.6%

    Global air passenger demand rose 6.6% in October 2025, with strong international growth led by Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, according to new IATA data.

  • Garmin SmartCharts Adds Graphical NOTAMs Overlay to Alert Pilots to Surface Closures

    Garmin adds a colour-coded Graphical NOTAMs overlay and new Storm Tops weather tool to its SmartCharts and Garmin Pilot app, giving pilots clearer visibility of runway closures, conditions and weather intensity.

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    26 November 2025

    GraphicalNOTAMs SmartCharts Hero
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Embraer Celebrates Delivery of 1,700th Ipanema Cropduster

    Embraer delivers its 1,700th Ipanema cropduster, an ethanol-powered aircraft with 60 percent market share, known for high productivity, precision spraying and low operating costs.

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    25 November 2025

    Embraer Ipanema 203 Entrega 1700
  • Emirates to Roll Out Next Phase of Fleet Retrofit Programme, with 111 Aircraft Set for Next-Level Enhancements

    Emirates begins the next phase of its major fleet retrofit, upgrading 111 aircraft with new cabins, advanced entertainment, and Starlink connectivity.

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    19 November 2025

    Emirates' A350 Business Class Cabin
  • Aviation Takes the Lead as UAE Unveils USD 6 Billion Tourism Investment Plan for Africa

    The UAE’s USD 6 billion tourism investment plan for Africa places aviation and air connectivity at the centre of the continent’s growth strategy, with projects mapped across aviation, logistics and infrastructure to support expanded routes and improved access.

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    19 November 2025

  • Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Its Position as Africa’s Largest A350 Operator with Order for Six Additional A350-900s

    Ethiopian Airlines has ordered six more Airbus A350-900 aircraft, reinforcing its position as Africa’s largest A350 operator and supporting its sustainable growth strategy. The agreement was signed at the Dubai Airshow.

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    19 November 2025

    Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 © Airbus SAS 2025
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Aviation Takes the Lead as UAE Unveils USD 6 Billion Tourism Investment Plan for Africa

    The UAE’s USD 6 billion tourism investment plan for Africa places aviation and air connectivity at the centre of the continent’s growth strategy, with projects mapped across aviation, logistics and infrastructure to support expanded routes and improved access.

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    19 November 2025

  • Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Its Position as Africa’s Largest A350 Operator with Order for Six Additional A350-900s

    Ethiopian Airlines has ordered six more Airbus A350-900 aircraft, reinforcing its position as Africa’s largest A350 operator and supporting its sustainable growth strategy. The agreement was signed at the Dubai Airshow.

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    19 November 2025

    Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 © Airbus SAS 2025
  • AAD 2026
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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.
  • 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