Embraer announced a backlog of US$26.3 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24), a 40% increase compared to the previous year and a 16% rise quarter-on-quarter. The company also achieved a 2.2 book-to-bill ratio based on financial values. In 4Q24, Embraer delivered 75 aircraft, a 27% increase from the 59 aircraft delivered in the
Aircraft leasing company SMBC Aviation Capital has announced the signing of lease agreements with Thai Airways for eight Airbus A321neo aircraft. The deal marks a significant step in Thai Airways’ narrow-body fleet expansion as the airline looks to strengthen its regional network. These aircraft are part of SMBC Aviation Capital’s direct order with Airbus and
Embraer Executive Jets has signed a purchase agreement with Flexjet, a global pioneer in the fractional jet ownership sector. The agreement includes a fleet of Embraer business jets, featuring the Praetor 600, Praetor 500 and Phenom 300E models, alongside an enhanced suite of services and support. Valued at up to US$7 billion at current list
Nolinor Aviation, a pioneer in remote and northern aviation services, has announced an agreement with Natilus, a San Diego-based aerospace manufacturer developing next-generation blended-wing-body aircraft. The agreement secures production positions for multiple Kona aircraft—an innovative regional cargo freighter currently in development, uniquely designed to operate on gravel and unpaved runways. Developed in compliance with Federal
The use of Daher’s TBM and Kodiak aircraft families in multi-mission roles has expanded with the delivery of two newly produced TBM 960s as “birddog” aircraft for Conair Group Inc.’s wildfire-fighting operations. Conair’s selection of the TBM 960—following an in-depth analysis of 50 aircraft types by the Canadian-based company—marks the first time the TBM has
Textron Aviation has announced the first delivery of its twin-engine, large-utility turboprop, the Cessna SkyCourier, into Canada. The freighter variant of the aircraft has been delivered to Air Bravo Corporation, a passenger, cargo, and air ambulance flight service provider operating from Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Barrie, and Meaford, Ontario. Air Bravo will use the aircraft to
Safran Electrical & Power has reached a ground-breaking milestone with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certifying its ENGINeUS 100 motor – the first-ever electric motor approved to power next-generation air mobility. The certification follows an extensive testing campaign, including 1,500 hours of motor certification tests and over 100 flight hours in real-world conditions.
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (Milestone), a prominent leader in helicopter leasing, has announced that it has been awarded the contract for the purchase and lease-back of five new Leonardo AW189 helicopters with Equinor Energy AS (Equinor), a supplier of energy to Europe and the largest oil and gas operator on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
Boeing has delivered the first of four 787 Dreamliners to TAAG Angola Airlines, featuring the airline’s new livery. The fuel-efficient 787-9 will support TAAG’s fleet modernisation strategy and enhance its long-haul operations, enabling the airline to connect more passengers and cargo to Angola using one of the industry’s most advanced commercial aircraft. The airline’s first
GE Aerospace has announced the successful completion of initial ground runs for the T901 engine on a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter at Sikorsky’s West Palm Beach facility. This milestone marks a key advancement in the improved turbine engine programme’s Black Hawk testing. The ground runs validated the performance of all critical systems, including fuel,
