VÆRIDION opens battery facility at Oberpfaffenhofen Airport

VÆRIDION, the Munich-based all-electric aircraft manufacturer, has announced the securing of its first battery manufacturing facility at Oberpfaffenhofen Airport. The site is scheduled to become operational in the first quarter of 2026 and represents a significant milestone in the company’s mission to deliver clean, affordable regional flights by 2030. The new facility will form the […]

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Gama Aviation MRO boosts PT6 support with P&WC

MRO & Production

Gama Aviation Engineering has announced the signing of a new Premium Service Provider Agreement with Pratt & Whitney Canada Customer Service Centre Europe. The agreement formally designates Gama Aviation as an authorised service provider for the PT6A engine series, one of the world’s most widely used and trusted turboprop powerplants. With more than 64,000 units

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Avelo Airlines raises capital to fund future growth

Financial

Avelo Airlines has announced the finalisation of a new funding round, marking a turning point in its trajectory. This is the largest capital injection since its initial Series A and is intended to support the airline’s expansion in domestic and Caribbean markets. The investment, provided by a new strategic partner, underscores confidence in the company’s

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New South Korean carrier SUM Air has ordered four ATR 72-600 aircraft © SUM Air

Avation Leases ATR 72-600 to SUM Air

Aircraft & Engines

Avation has announced the signing of a lease agreement with South Korean airline SUM Air for the delivery of a new ATR 72-600 aircraft. The aircraft is part of Avation’s firm order for ten ATR 72-600s placed in 2024 under its long-term purchase contract with manufacturer ATR. Scheduled for delivery in November 2025, the aircraft

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CrossConsense complete data migration for Condor

Information Technology

CrossConsense has announced the successful completion of a major AMOS-to-AMOS data migration project for Condor. The AMOS Pro initiative represents an important milestone in the airline’s digital transformation journey. The project involved transferring data into a new, streamlined AMOS database, with a strong emphasis on cleansing and consolidation. This strategic step ensures Condor’s maintenance and

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Britten-Norman names Ben Smith Head of global aftermarket

People

Britten-Norman, the manufacturer of the Islander aircraft and provider of aircraft support and modifications, has appointed Ben Smith as Head of Aftermarket to oversee its global support strategy and drive growth in the aftermarket sector. Smith brings over a decade of experience in technical sales, digital services and aviation support, having previously led Garmin’s aviation

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Panama signs deal for Embraer Super Tucano aircraft

Military & Defense

Embraer and Panama have finalised a contract for the purchase of four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft. The fleet will be operated by the Panamanian National Air and Naval Service (SENAN) as a new platform for surveillance and protection. “It is an honour for Embraer to see another Latin American country choose the A-29 Super Tucano

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AAR wins defence logistics mobility contract

Military & Defense

AAR Corp, a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs and OEMs, has been awarded a new contract to deliver mobility solutions to the Defence Logistics Agency Troop Support. The indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract comprises a one-year base period with four additional one-year options, with a total potential value of up to US$85 million.

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CSI Leasing acquires Aeroservicios to boost GSE

Financial

CSI Leasing, Inc. (CSI), an independent equipment leasing company, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Aeroservicios, a provider of ground support equipment (GSE) for nearly 30 years. Based in Miami, Aeroservicios specialises in reconditioning and overhauling used GSE to a near-new standard, as well as selling, hiring and leasing a wide range

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GE Aerospace to invest US$75m in Asia-Pacific MRO expansion

MRO & Production

GE Aerospace plans to invest US$75 million in its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) and component repair facilities across APAC (Asia-Pacific) region by the end of 2025. This initiative forms part of the company’s global, multi-year US$1 billion MRO investment programme, first unveiled in 2024. The aim is to ensure that APAC’s rapidly expanding aviation

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