General Atomics AeroTec Systems GmbH (GA-ATS) has announced the successful certification of its in-house Do228 flight simulator to FTD Level 2, a notable advancement for the company and testament to the expertise of its team. This certification, an upgrade from the simulator’s previous FNPTII level, represents a milestone in GA-ATS’s commitment to cutting-edge pilot training.
Qantas will establish an Australian-first safety academy in partnership with Griffith University and RMIT University, providing safety education credentials aimed at upskilling safety professionals and developing safety leaders across all industries. The Qantas Group Safety Academy is set to launch in 2025, initially offering safety-related micro-credentials in areas such as safety culture, risk management, data
TES, a prominent name in engine and APU MRO services and business aircraft parts distribution, has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Honeywell. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the availability of Honeywell’s cutting-edge avionics solutions across the business aviation sector. Under this agreement, TES has been appointed as the sole distributor of Honeywell’s advanced
ITP Aero has unveiled its new brand identity, celebrated 35 years of industry expertise and marked its evolution into an independent company with a renewed focus on innovation, efficiency and sustainability in aviation. Under the tagline “Flying forward, together,” this rebranding aligns with the company’s Purpose: “Together, find better ways to power flight and keep
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is prepared for powered-lift aircraft, marking the first entirely new category of civil aircraft since helicopters were introduced in the 1940s. Powered-lift operations will encompass air taxis, cargo delivery and various functions in both urban and rural settings. The FAA issued a final rule on October 22, outlining the qualifications
ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services China (ExecuJet Haite) has begun offering ground handling services for business jets at Beijing Capital International Airport (ZBAA) after securing an exclusive contract with Capital Airport Holding Business Aviation Management (CBM). CBM, the state-owned entity overseeing business aviation at the airport, has entrusted ExecuJet Haite as its sole ground handler, marking
PLAY, the low-cost Icelandic airline, is making a significant shift in its business model by placing greater emphasis on strong leisure markets out of Iceland, while reducing its focus on connecting passengers between North America and Europe. The airline’s point-to-point routes, particularly between Iceland and Southern Europe, have been consistently popular and profitable. However, its
Skyservice Business Aviation (Skyservice) has begun construction on a 60,000 ft² fixed-base operator (FBO) and hangar complex at Napa County Airport (APC). “We are thrilled to begin construction of our new private jet centre in Napa,” said Skyservice President and CEO Benjamin Murray. “Napa is a truly remarkable region in the United States, celebrated for
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has imposed a US$4 million fine on Lufthansa for discriminating against Jewish passengers travelling from New York to Budapest via Frankfurt in May 2022. The incident involved 128 Jewish passengers, many of whom were wearing traditional Orthodox Jewish attire, who were denied boarding on their connecting flight in Germany.
Cargolux, a European all-cargo airline, has announced the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Unilode Aviation Solutions (Unilode) for Unit Load Device (ULD) management services. Cargolux first entrusted Unilode with the management of its ULD fleet in 2009. Since then, Unilode has supported the airline’s fleet and route network expansion by delivering ULD management services
