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JEKTA unveils 1:9 scale model of PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft as flight testing continues in Italy JEKTA, the Switzerland-based manufacturer of the zero-emissions Passenger Hydro Aircraft - Zero Emissions 100 (PHA-ZE 100) amphibious aircraft, has revealed photographs of the 1:9 scale model of the PHA-ZE 100 amphibious flying boat that it is using to gather test data representative of the full-size aircraft.
Pipistrel achieves historic type certification in Colombia Pipistrel, a Textron company, has announced that Aerocivil, the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority, has issued the type certificate for the currently produced Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club and the X-Eye, a variant of the 121A Explorer for aerial surveying.
Canada’s TCCA certifies Britten-Norman BN2T-4S Islander UK aircraft manufacturer Britten-Norman has received Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) type certification for the BN2T-4S Islander, the Rolls-Royce Model 250–powered turboprop variant of the company’s iconic utility aircraft.
Britten-Norman and World Mobile Stratospheric partner to demonstrate airborne 5G connectivity World Mobile Stratospheric (WMS) has announced a collaboration with Britten-Norman to demonstrate a pioneering airborne 5G communication system using a BN2T-4S Islander aircraft.
JEKTA and Tahseen sign LOI to explore amphibious aviation opportunities in the GCC Switzerland-based developer of the zero-emissions PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft, JEKTA, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Tahseen Aviation Services, a full-service air charter innovator in the UAE, to collaborate on ascertaining the future potential of multi-purpose amphibious aviation operations across the GCC, and further into Africa and Asia.
Cessna Citation Ascend achieves FAA certification Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation Ascend achieved a major milestone on Wednesday, November 5th, as the FAA awarded type certification for the aircraft, with entry into service expected later this year.
Global 8000 awarded Transport Canada Type Certification Bombardier's Global 8000 has been awarded Transport Canada Type Certification, paving the way for entry-into-service this year. FAA and EASA certification will follow, aligned with delivery requirements.
ZeroAvia wins €21m EU grant to launch first hydrogen aircraft network in Norway ZeroAvia's application to the Innovation Fund for a €21.4m grant to support the introduction of hydrogen-electric aircraft has been selected for grant agreement preparation.
The world’s fastest and longest-range four-zone business jet now sets new benchmark with the lowest cabin altitude Bombardier’s Global 8000, the world’s fastest and longest-range four-zone business jet, is setting a new benchmark for passenger comfort with the lowest cabin altitude in its class.
Mystery solved: Bombardier confirms BOND as the buyer behind its landmark June 2025 deal Bombardier has revealed BOND as the customer behind its previously announced firm order for 50 aircraft, valued at US$1.7bn. The announcement came on the first day of NBAA-BACE, where BOND also unveiled its new brand identity.
Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 earns FAA type certification, introducing the most advanced Gen2 upgrades yet Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 has achieved Federal Aviation Administration type certification, bringing the most comprehensive Citation Gen2 investment to market.
German Armed Forces receives first PC-12 Pilatus has handed over a PC-12 to the Technical and Airworthiness Center for Aircraft and Aeronautical Equipment of the German Armed Forces (WTD 61).
Otto Aerospace secures record-breaking 300 aircraft deal with Flexjet Otto Aerospace has named Flexjet as the launch customer for the next-generation Phantom 3500 business jet - a clean-sheet, ultra-efficient aircraft that leverages breakthrough laminar-flow aerodynamics and precision all-carbon-fiber composites to cut fuel burn by over 60%.
Gulfstream introduces the all-new G300 Gulfstream has announced the all-new, super-midsize Gulfstream G300 as the latest aircraft to join its next-generation fleet. The aircraft will replace the Gulfstream G280 and feature signature Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows as well as an all-new Harmony Flight Deck, which includes next-generation avionics to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
Electra expands footprint in US and Europe to advance Hybrid-Electric Ultra Short Aircraft Electra.aero has announced the expansion of its facilities in Manassas, Virginia, and Bleienbach, Switzerland, to support the company’s rapid growth and the development of its nine-passenger hybrid-electric EL9 Ultra Short aircraft.
Epic Aircraft delivers 100th certified airplane Epic Aircraft, designer and manufacturer of the leading single-engine turboprop, has announced the delivery of its 100th certified aircraft.
Britten-Norman celebrates landmark in Islander manufacturing Britten-Norman, manufacturer of the iconic Islander aircraft, has reached a major milestone in its programme to bring full aircraft production to its Bembridge facility on the Isle of Wight, UK.
First production Cessna Citation Ascend rolls out as program progresses Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation Ascend business jet program continues to advance as the first production unit rolled out of the manufacturing facility in Wichita, Kansas. The aircraft is expected to achieve certification from the FAA later this year.
Embraer achieves major milestone with 2,000th business jet delivery Embraer has surpassed 2,000 business jet deliveries, marking a defining moment in the company’s history. The milestone aircraft is a Praetor 500, delivered to an undisclosed corporate flight department during a ceremony at Embraer’s Executive Jets state-of-the-art Global Customer Center in Melbourne, Florida.
Daher strengthens its footprint in Brazil for TBM and Kodiak turboprops Daher Aircraft has announced the creation of a permanent presence in Brazil to support the growing demand for its TBM and Kodiak turboprop-powered airplane families within the country.
Bombardier transitions LA-based component manufacturing activities to new Moorpark facility Bombardier has announced the inauguration of its newly relocated and expanded component manufacturing facility in Moorpark, California. The Moorpark facility produces key components for the performance-leading Global 7500 and Global 8000(1) business jets and replaces Bombardier’s previous Los Angeles-area operations acquired in 2022.
AerSale’s cutting-edge AerAware wins Transport Canada approval for enhanced flight safety AerSale Corporation's innovative AerAware Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) has received validation from Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA).
Bombardier delivers first Challenger 3500 in Costa Rica Bombardier has delivered its first Challenger 3500 business jet in Costa Rica, marking a significant milestone for the company in Central America.
ZeroAvia lands key patents to accelerate hydrogen jet engine development ZeroAvia has been awarded nine new patents this year so far, with many critical to the company’s roadmap for scaling hydrogen-electric engines for large regional aircraft.
Epic Aircraft E1000 AX achieves FAA certification Epic Aircraft has announced FAA Type Certification (TC) of its latest high-performance, single-engine, turbine model, the E1000 AX.
Elfly Group signs deal with Cambodia’s VET Airways for five ‘NOEMI’ seaplanes Elfly Group, developers of the all-new NOEMI (no emissions electric seaplane) has signed an MoU, worth $50m, with Cambodia’s VET Airways for five aircraft, committing to bring clean, go-anywhere air travel to Southeast Asia.
Joby boosts manufacturing in California and Ohio, grows aircraft fleet Electric air taxi manufacturer, Joby Aviation, has announced the expansion of its site in Marina, California, which will double its aircraft production capacity at that location.
Bombardier Global 7500 breaks record with 135th City-Pair speed milestone - most ever for a bizjet Bombardier's performance-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved another record-breaking milestone: 135 speed records, the most ever set by a single business aircraft type.
Norway’s Elfly signs contract with EASA for development of Noemi conceptual prototype aircraft Norway's Elfly Group has signed a contract with the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the development of the conceptual prototype model of its Noemi (No Emissions) clean sheet, all-electric commercial seaplane.
Bombardier begins landmark Challenger 3500 deliveries to Saudi's Aloula Aviation Bombardier has announced the commencement of deliveries of three state-of-the-art Challenger 3500 aircraft to airline company Aloula Aviation based in Saudi Arabia.
Aura Aero passes 650 pre-orders for ERA hybrid-electric regional aircraft, valued at over $10.5bn Aura Aero announced at the Paris Air Show that it has secured more than 650 pre-orders for ERA, its hybrid 19-seater, scheduled for entry into service by 2030.
VoltAero unveils Cassio 330 production configuration VoltAero has presented the production version of its Cassio 330 electric-hybrid aircraft for sustainable regional transportation.
Britten-Norman marks 60 years of the Islander and looks ahead to a bold new future Britten-Norman is celebrating a major milestone this week, 60 years since the maiden flight of the first variant of the iconic Islander aircraft.
ZeroAvia awarded UK Government grant for development and flight test of liquid hydrogen fuel system The UK Government has awarded ZeroAvia and consortium partners a grant towards a £10.8m project to develop a novel liquid hydrogen management system.
Algeria's Tassili Travail Aérien orders two aero-medical SkyCouriers, launching new era of medevac services Textron Aviation announced today at the Paris Air Show that Tassili Travail Aérien (TTA) has signed a purchase agreement for two new Cessna SkyCourier aircraft, marking the first order of an aero-medical equipped SkyCourier and the first SkyCourier order in Africa.
JEKTA begins flight testing of scaled PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft JEKTA, the Switzerland-based manufacturer of the Passenger Hydro Aircraft - Zero Emissions 100 (PHA-ZE 100) amphibious aircraft, has begun flight trials with a 1:9 scaled prototype of the PHA-ZE 100 amphibious flying boat.
ATR receives its largest airline order since 2017 ATR, the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft, has announced that UNI Air, a group company of EVA Air, has placed a firm order for 19 ATR 72-600s, along with three additional purchase rights.
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