Guests witnessing the EH216-S pilotless eVTOL's debut flight in Saudi Arabia

EH216-S pilotless eVTOL completes first flight in Saudi Arabia

June 14, 2024

EHang Holdings (EHang), an urban air mobility (UAM) technology platform company, has reported that its EH216-S pilotless electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft completed its first autonomous air taxi flight in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The autonomous flight, conducted with rigorous safety measures, underscores EHang’s commitment to safety and innovation. Partnering with Front End Limited

AerCap signs lease agreements with JD Airlines for 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters

June 13, 2024

AerCap has signed lease agreements for four 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) aircraft with JD Airlines, the cargo airline of JD Logistics (also known as Jingdong Logistics). These aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2024. The aircraft will be operated on behalf of JD Logistics, a subsidiary of JD.com, a leading supply chain-based technology and

Arajet welcomes tenth Boeing 737 MAX to its fleet

June 13, 2024

Arajet’s tenth Boeing 737 MAX arrived in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on June 11, as the airline continues to expand its fuel-efficient fleet. This 737-8 delivery, facilitated through a lessor, supports Arajet’s growth strategy across the Americas, with plans to more than double its routes in the coming years. “This tenth aircraft is unique, not

XTI Aerospace secures major order from Mesa Air Group

June 12, 2024

XTI Aerospace has released that Mesa Air Group (Mesa), the holding company of regional air carrier Mesa Airlines, is the purchaser under a previously disclosed conditional purchase order with XTI Aircraft Company (XTI), a wholly owned subsidiary of XTI Aerospace, for up to 100 TriFan 600 aircraft. The TriFan 600 is a fixed-wing, vertical lift

The final handover to ATI marks the closure of the BelugaXL programme,

Airbus completes BelugaXL fleet

June 10, 2024

This June, the last BelugaXL (BXL) has joined its five counterparts at Airbus Transport International (ATI), having served as the type’s test aircraft. ATI, an Airbus subsidiary, has been the company’s internal airline since 1996. Offering 30% more payload capacity than its predecessor, the A300-600ST, the BXL is crucial to Airbus’ accelerating production ramp-up. The

Rendering of the Bombardier Challenger 650 purchased by ADAC for use as medevac © Bombardier

ADAC orders Bombardier Challenger 650 for Air Ambulance Service

June 10, 2024

The German automobile association, Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC SE), has placed an order for a Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft through its subsidiary Aero-Dienst. The aircraft will be configured as a dedicated air ambulance for Aero-Dienst, ADAC’s main aircraft operator and is scheduled for delivery in 2026. It will be utilised to provide medical transportation to

Milestone Aviation and NHV have signed a purchase assignment and leaseback agreements for five helicopters © Milestone Aviation

Milestone Aviation and NHV Group sign leaseback agreements for five helicopters

June 7, 2024

The Milestone Aviation Group (Milestone) has announced the signing of purchase assignment and leaseback agreements for five helicopters with the prominent helicopter service provider NHV Group (NHV). This deal includes four Airbus H175 helicopters, one of which has already been delivered and is currently supporting offshore oil and gas operations in Denmark. The remaining three

H225 helicopter in German Federal Police livery © Airbus Helicopters

German Federal Police orders up to 44 H225 helicopters

June 7, 2024

The German Ministry of the Interior has placed a record order for up to 44 H225 helicopters for its Federal Police. This order includes 38 firm orders with options for an additional six helicopters. Renowned for its payload, range and advanced systems, the H225 is a versatile aircraft suitable for a wide array of law

Archer receives FAA Part 135 certificate for commercial operations

June 6, 2024

Archer Aviation has released that its subsidiary, Archer Air, has received its Part 135 Air Carrier & Operator Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This certification enables Archer to commence commercial aircraft operations, allowing the company to refine its systems and procedures ahead of launching the Midnight aircraft into service for airlines such as

HTM has ordered one H145 Airbus helicopter with options for another two aircraft © Airbus Helicopters

HTM Helicopters orders Airbus H145 helicopter for offshore wind operations