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Rendering of the Milan Aircraft electric trainer currently in development.

Milan Aircraft Unveils Project for First Truly Practical Electric Trainer Aircraft

Milan Aircraft unveils its clean-sheet electric trainer, offering practical range, modern design, and a major step forward in sustainable pilot training.
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  • JEKTA and Tahseen Sign LOI to Collaborate on and Assess Potential for Amphibious Operations in the GCC

    JEKTA and Tahseen Aviation sign an LOI to explore sustainable amphibious aviation operations across the GCC, Africa and Asia.

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    19 November 2025

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  • 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
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

  • 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
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  • 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
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Cirrus Invests $13M to Expand Grand Forks Manufacturing Facility

    Cirrus is investing $13 million to expand its Grand Forks facility by 30,000 sq ft, supporting increased production of the SR Series and Vision Jet, with new jobs and capabilities coming by 2026.

  • ATS Continues Growth Through Q2 With Expansion of Client Base and Regulatory Approvals

    ATS Group continues its 2025 growth with new regulatory approvals, key leadership appointments, and international maintenance agreements with Ethiopian Airlines and AJet, strengthening its presence across the Middle East and Africa.

    ATS Continues Growth Through Q2 With Expansion of Client Base and Regulatory Approvals
  • Rotortrade: Shifting Landscape of Helicopter Sales

    Following the release of the Rotortrade Global Helicopter Market Report 2024–2025, CEO Philippe Lubrano shares insights on financing trends, fleet shortages, and global expansion strategies as demand outpaces supply across regions like Africa and South America.

  • Avia Solutions Group to Complete One of the World’s First Boeing 777-300ER Passenger-to-Freighter Conversions

    Avia Solutions Group, through AviaAM Leasing, is completing one of the world’s first Boeing 777-300ER passenger-to-freighter conversions in partnership with Mammoth Freighters, marking a significant milestone in the global cargo aviation market.

    Avia Solutions Group to complete one of the worlds first Boeing 777 300ER passenger to freighter conversions
  • Engineered Fluids Partners With Dovetail Electric Aviation to Develop Immersion-Cooled Batteries for Electric Aircraft

    Engineered Fluids and Dovetail Electric Aviation collaborate to develop an advanced immersion-cooled battery system for electric aircraft, using AmpCool technology to improve safety, performance, and thermal stability in zero-emission aviation.

    Supplied: Immersion-cooled-battery-system
  • IATA Comments on Misguided Solidarity Levy Proposal

    IATA criticises the GSLTF’s proposed air travel tax, warning it could derail global connectivity, hurt developing economies, and undermine aviation’s path to net zero by 2050

    IATA Comments on Misguided Solidarity Levy Proposal