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HJS has acquired four additional aircraft, one of them a Challenger 300 jet, now being dismantled for parts © HJS Aftermarket Aircraft Components

HJS expands parts inventory

HJS Aftermarket Aircraft Components (HJS) has accelerated its growth with the acquisition of four additional aircraft now being dismantled for parts, significantly increasing its global inventory of high-quality aftermarket components. The latest additions include a King Air 350ER, Falcon 50, Hawker 4000 and Challenger 300, all currently undergoing disassembly at multiple locations. HJS confirmed that […]

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The Phantom 3500 is currently in development, with first flight targeted for 2027 and entry into service planned for 2030

Otto and F/LIST shape future Phantom 3500 jet cabin

Otto Aerospace has joined forces with Austrian interior specialist F/LIST to create the cabin for its Phantom 3500, a next-generation business jet designed to dramatically cut fuel consumption while redefining the passenger experience. The clean-sheet aircraft is being developed around advanced laminar-flow aerodynamics and precision-built carbon-fibre composites, enabling a claimed 61% reduction in fuel burn

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BOC Aviation signs second Akasa Air lease for three 737-8200s

BOC Aviation has agreed to a further sale and leaseback transaction with existing customer Akasa Air (Akasa) for three Boeing 737-8200 aircraft under long-term operating leases. All aircraft will be powered by CFM LEAP-1B engines and are scheduled for delivery by the end of 2026. “Following our successful transaction last November, we are pleased to

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SATENA adds ATR aircraft to regional fleet

Abelo has disclosed a further lease placement from its orderbook with Colombian regional carrier SATENA for one ATR 72-600 aircraft. The agreement follows the successful delivery of Abelo’s first ATR 42-600 to SATENA in December 2025 and represents another important milestone in the expanding partnership between the two organisations. Stephen Gorman, Chief Executive Officer of

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Berjaya Air HighLine business-class configuration © ATR

Berjaya Air receives first all-business-class ATR 72-600

Berjaya Air has taken delivery of the world’s first ATR 72-600 featuring ATR’s HighLine “All-Business Class” cabin configuration, marking a significant milestone for regional aviation. The aircraft arrived in Kuala Lumpur following certification of the new cabin concept earlier this month by both EASA and the Malaysian aviation authorities, clearing the way for commercial operations

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H.I.G. completes acquisition of aircraft coatings specialist IAC

H.I.G. Capital, the global alternative investment firm managing US$75 billion in assets, has completed the acquisition of International Aerospace Coatings (IAC), strengthening its presence in the aviation services sector. Headquartered in Irvine, California, and Shannon, Ireland, IAC is widely recognised as a leading provider of aircraft painting solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), major airlines,

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FAA invests US$26m in aviation talent pipeline

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investing US$26 million to support the development of the next generation of aviation professionals, strengthening the workforce pipeline across the aerospace industry. The funding will support a range of initiatives designed to address growing demand for skilled workers, including pilots, mechanics, technicians, and drone operators. The investment will be

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eft to right: Vojtech Podhradsky, VP Global Technical Sales and Freddie Zonoozi, International Sales Manager from Innovative Aerosystems. Plus David Bentley, DVP Muirhead Avionics and Adam Payne - Business Development Director Europe from AMETEK MRO

Muirhead Avionics secures ARC partnership

Muirhead Avionics, part of AMETEK MRO, has signed a long-term agreement with Innovative Aerosystems (IA) to become an Authorised Repair Centre (ARC) for selected legacy avionics products previously developed under Honeywell product lines and now fully supported by IA. The agreement authorises Muirhead Avionics to deliver approved repair and overhaul services for selected Inertial Reference

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