Flyvbird’s first aircraft will be the nine-seat Tecnam P2012 Traveller

New regional airline flyvbird progresses with ‘flyvAI’ prototype

September 29, 2023

flyvbird, Europe’s new low-cost, on-demand regional airline model, has confirmed the creation of its flyvAI prototype, featuring proprietary algorithm and software architecture. It has been developed in collaboration with customised software development company Startup House of Poland, working in close collaboration with flyvbird’s CEO Anton Lutz. The system will now be fine-tuned over the next six

Global Airlines and Hi Fly have formalised a partnership agreement to jointly undertake the development and maintenance of the four A380 aircraft

Global Airlines to accelerate A380 entry into service programme

September 28, 2023

In a noteworthy operational milestone, Global Airlines and Hi Fly, the largest Airbus wide-body aircraft wet-lease specialist, have formalised a partnership agreement to jointly undertake the development and maintenance of the four A380 aircraft that Global Airlines has committed to procuring. Hi Fly, which was first to operate the A380 in the secondary market, will

Surf Air Mobility confirms order for 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EXs

September 27, 2023

Surf Air Mobility has confirmed its order and paid the deposit for the first 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft, designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation, to be purchased under its previously announced initial fleet order of up to 100 aircraft with options for 50 additional aircraft. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in the first

Air Canada has signed Firm orders for 18 Dreamliners and 12 options

Air Canada continues fleet renewal programme, orders 18 Dreamliners

September 26, 2023

Air Canada has confirmed it has signed a firm order with Boing for 18 brand-new 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft, with the option for a further 12 units at a later date. Deliveries are expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025 and continue through to the first quarter of 2027. These new aircraft will replace

Hydrogen testing at Loughborough University

Rolls-Royce achieves next milestone in hydrogen research project

September 26, 2023

Both Rolls-Royce and its partner easyJet are committed to being at the forefront of the development of hydrogen combustion engine technology capable of powering a range of aircraft, including those in the narrow-body market segment, from the mid-2030s onwards. Now, working with Loughborough University in the UK and the German Aerospace Centre Deutsches Zentrum für

Air France-KLM Group plans to order 50 Airbus A350-family aircraft

September 26, 2023

The Air France-KLM Group has unveiled its plan to modernise and optimise its long-haul fleet, aiming to enhance both environmental and economic performance. Under this significant group order, Air France-KLM intends to acquire 50 Airbus A350-900 and A350-1000 aircraft, along with purchase rights for an additional 40 aircraft. The initial deliveries are anticipated between 2026

Airbus has unveiled PioneerLab as its new twin-engine flying laboratory

Airbus unveils PioneerLab, the new twin-engine technology demonstrator

September 25, 2023

During the German National Aviation Conference in Hamburg, Airbus Helicopters unveiled the PioneerLab, its new twin-engine technology demonstrator based on the H145 platform. It complements Airbus’ range of FlightLabs and focuses on testing technologies that reduce helicopter emissions, increase autonomy and integrate bio-based materials. The PioneerLab aims to demonstrate a fuel reduction of up to

The ninth B737-800NG aircraft has joined Rex's fleet

Rex takes delivery of ninth B737-800NG

September 25, 2023

Australian carrier Rex has taken delivery of the airline’s ninth B737-800NG. The aircraft arrived in Brisbane on September 22, after a ferry flight from Singapore’s Changi Airport where it underwent a scheduled heavy maintenance check and painting. The aircraft will bear the registration VH-8JS and will enter service next month enabling the airline to launch

VoltAero’s Cassio S testbed airplane is loaded with TotalEnergies’ Excellium Racing 100 fuel for its demonstration flight

VoltAero uses 100% SAF for first-ever electric-hybrid aircraft flight

September 25, 2023

VoltAero has announced the successful maiden flight of its electric-hybrid aircraft propulsion unit using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This milestone demonstration was performed with VoltAero’s Cassio S testbed airplane, operated by the company to validate its electric-hybrid powertrain and the application of sustainable fuels, thereby de-risking airworthiness certification for upcoming production versions of the

Textron and NetJets have signed an agreement for up to 1,500 Citation jets

NetJets and Textron Aviation sign massive deal for up to 1,500 Cessna Citation jets

September 21, 2023

Textron Aviation and NetJets® have announced a record-breaking fleet agreement which includes the option for NetJets to purchase up to 1,500 Cessna Citation business jets over the coming 15 years. This agreement sees NetJets expand its existing fleet agreement, including options for a growing number of aircraft each year. This will enable the company to

Aircraft & Engines

New regional airline flyvbird progresses with ‘flyvAI’ prototype

Global Airlines to accelerate A380 entry into service programme

Surf Air Mobility confirms order for 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EXs

Air Canada continues fleet renewal programme, orders 18 Dreamliners

Rolls-Royce achieves next milestone in hydrogen research project

Air France-KLM Group plans to order 50 Airbus A350-family aircraft

Airbus unveils PioneerLab, the new twin-engine technology demonstrator

Rex takes delivery of ninth B737-800NG

VoltAero uses 100% SAF for first-ever electric-hybrid aircraft flight

NetJets and Textron Aviation sign massive deal for up to 1,500 Cessna Citation jets

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