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Joby and Virgin Atlantic Announce Partnership
UK Electric Air Taxi Service On The Horizon — Joby and Virgin Atlantic Announce Partnership Joby’s all-electric air taxi in flight above the company’s flight test facility in Marina, California. Credit: Joby Aviation Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a California-based company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced a partnership with Virgin Atlantic,…
The Bombardier Global 7500 Sets Its 100th Speed Record
The Bombardier Global 7500 Sets Its 100th Speed Record Bombardier today announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved the ultimate performance milestone: setting a category-leading 100 speed records(1). The industry flagship business jet set the mark on a mission departing from Bombardier’s Authorized Service Facility ACI Jet in San Luis Obispo and landing at the…
Beyond Aero refines its hydrogen-electric light jet, secures industry endorsements and advances certification
Beyond Aero refines its hydrogen-electric light jet Beyond Aero refines its hydrogen-electric light jet, secures industry endorsements and advances certification. Beyond Aero, a pioneer in hydrogen-electric aviation, has unveiled a refined concept for its light jet, incorporating key engineering advancements validated by industry experts. These refinements mark a significant step toward certification and commercialisation, reinforcing…
Embraer conducts structural wing test for New Technologies Demonstration Platform
Embraer conducts structural wing test for New Technologies Demonstration Platform “We are excited about the evolution of the project, which brings together industry, government, and academia for the development of applied research that contributes to the generation of knowledge and people training,” said Cleiton Silva, Vice President of Technology and Advanced Projects at Embraer. “Technological…
FAI reports steady 2024 revenues and advances fleet renewal
FAI reports steady 2024 revenues and advances fleet renewal FAI Aviation Group, one of the world’s leading global providers of mission-critical aviation services, announces consolidated group revenues of €130M in 2024. This matches the group’s revenues achieved in 2023. FAI continues its fleet renewal programme and has added a second Learjet 60 XR to its 16-strong…
Embraer’s Phenom 300 series named world’s best-selling, most delivered, light jet for 13th consecutive year
Embraer’s Phenom 300 series named world’s best-selling, most delivered, light jet for 13th consecutive year Embraer’s (NYSE: ERJ/B3: EMBR3) Phenom 300 series is once again the world’s best-selling, most delivered light jet for the 13th consecutive year, according to data released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). The data also confirmed the light jet…
EBACE25 conference agenda now live
EBACE25 conference agenda now live The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is today announcing the conference agenda for the 2025 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) is now live. Robert Baltus, Chief Operating Officer at EBAA, says: “Since taking over the running of EBACE from NBAA in late 2024, we’ve had a real opportunity…
West Star Aviation Breaks Ground on 109,000 Sq. Foot Expansion at Grand Junction Facility
West Star Aviation Breaks Ground on 109,000 Sq. Foot Expansion at Grand Junction Facility West Star Aviation is proud to announce the official groundbreaking of its expansion at the Grand Junction (GJT) Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility. The ceremony, held on March 11, marked the beginning of construction on a new hangar. This expansion…
JSX Secures Approval for Relocation at John Wayne Airport, Enhancing Service to Orange County
JSX Secures Approval for Relocation at John Wayne Airport, Enhancing Service to Orange County SANTA ANA, Calif., March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Award-winning air carrier JSX today announced that the Orange County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved its relocation at John Wayne Airport (JWA) in Orange County, California. This approval paves the way for JSX…
World Fuel Expands Services with Platinum Business Aviation Centre to Boost Fuel Services at Gold Coast Airport
World Fuel Expands Services with Platinum Business Aviation Centre to Boost Fuel Services at Gold Coast Airport World Fuel Services (World Fuel), a World Kinect company headquartered in Miami, Florida, announced enhanced services for Platinum Business Aviation Centre (Platinum), a member of Air Elite® by World Fuel network. Over the past six years, World Fuel…
Taylor Wessing advises Diamond and Wanfeng on securing the future of German air taxi pioneer Volocopter
Taylor Wessing advises Diamond and Wanfeng on securing the future of German air taxi pioneer Volocopter Led by Munich-based partners Dr Hendrik Boss, Dr Daniel Schrembs and Dr Guang Li, the international law firm Taylor Wessing has provided legal advice to Austrian aircraft manufacturer Diamond Aircraft on the reorganization of the German air taxi pioneer…
HondaJet Echelon Program Passes Key Milestones on the Way to First Flight
HondaJet Echelon Program Passes Key Milestones on the Way to First Flight Honda Aircraft Company officially began production of the first HondaJet Echelon test unit with the start of assembly of the aircraft’s wing structure in Greensboro, North Carolina. The HondaJet Echelon, planned to achieve first flight in 2026, will feature a larger cabin with…
Farnborough Airport Signs Landmark 12.5 Million Litre Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal
Farnborough Airport Signs Landmark 12.5 Million Litre Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal Farnborough Airport Signs Landmark 12.5 Million Litre Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal in a Pioneering Step to Help Kick-Start the UK Domestic Refining Sector. Farnborough Airport, the Birthplace of British Aviation and Europe’s leading airport for premium air travel connectivity, has today announced that it…
EBAA Takes Full Ownership of EBACE, Pledges to Enhance Europe’s Premier Business Aviation Event
EBAA Takes Full Ownership of EBACE, Pledges to Enhance Europe’s Premier Business Aviation Event The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is excited to announce its full ownership and stewardship of the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE), following the purchase of the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) interest in the event. Moving forward, EBAA…
Signature Aviation Brings Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Six New European Locations
Signature Aviation Brings Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Six New European Locations Orlando, FL, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Signature Aviation, the world’s largest network of private aviation terminals, has announced the expansion of its blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) offering at six new locations across Europe following multiple blended SAF supply agreements. …
Embraer downgraded to Peer Perform from Outperform at Wolfe Research
Embraer downgraded to Peer Perform from Outperform at Wolfe Research Wolfe Research has downgraded Embraer (NYSE: ERJ), the Brazilian aerospace giant, from an “Outperform” rating to “Peer Perform,” signaling a shift in the firm’s outlook on the company’s stock. This adjustment, detailed in a research note to investors, comes after a remarkable period of growth…
Modern Aviation Partners with the City of Charlotte to Manage its FBO at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Modern Aviation Partners with the City of Charlotte to Manage its FBO at Charlotte Douglas International Airport CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Modern Aviation (“Modern”) is pleased to announce its expansion to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (“CLT”), further strengthening its nationwide network and marking its 18th Fixed Base Operator (FBO) location and its…
Navigating Headwinds: Economic, Environmental, and Geopolitical Factors Shaping Global Business Aviation in 2025
Navigating Headwinds: Economic, Environmental, and Geopolitical Factors Shaping Global Business Aviation in 2025 The global business aviation sector—a $30 billion industry ferrying executives and elites aloft—faces a pivotal year. Private jets, symbols of corporate agility and exclusivity, have enjoyed a post-pandemic boom, with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) reporting a 15% surge in flight…
Textron Aviation to display industry-leading jets, turboprops and pistons at AERO Friedrichshafen
Textron Aviation to display industry-leading jets, turboprops and pistons at AERO Friedrichshafen Textron Aviation will spotlight its legendary product lineup of Cessna and Beechcraft products, along with its global customer support capabilities, at AERO Friedrichshafen April 9-12 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. The company holds a strong position in general aviation in Germany and the surrounding area,…
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Navigating Headwinds: Economic, Environmental, and Geopolitical Factors Shaping Global Business Aviation in 2025
Navigating Headwinds: Economic, Environmental, and Geopolitical Factors Shaping Global Business Aviation in 2025 The global business aviation sector—a $30 billion industry ferrying executives and elites aloft—faces a pivotal year. Private jets, symbols of corporate agility and exclusivity, have enjoyed a post-pandemic boom, with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) reporting a 15% surge in flight…