Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has appointed Embraer-CAE Training Services (ECTS) as its exclusive training provider for the new-generation of eVTOL aircraft. ECTS, a joint venture between Embraer and CAE Inc., will oversee training programmes for Eve’s eVTOL pilots, maintenance technicians and ground support teams, all under the newly launched Eve TechCare service portfolio, which offers
Aircraft leasing firm Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Future Energy Global (FEG) to promote sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the industry’s push towards net-zero CO₂ emissions by 2050. This collaboration will provide JSA’s airline clients with enhanced access to SAF, combining JSA’s leasing solutions with FEG’s SAF supply network,
Finnair has completed the first cabin refurbishment in its Embraer fleet as part of a broader initiative to increase passenger comfort on shorter European routes. With a target to renew all 12 Embraer aircraft by spring 2026, the airline plans to complete the updates on seven aircraft during the winter season 2024–2025, while the remaining
Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Thales to equip its new A321 NX fleet with FlytEDGE, Thales’ Crystal Cabin® inflight entertainment (IFE) system. As Qatar Airways embarks on a digital transformation journey, FlytEDGE, the cloud-native inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) platform, will deliver a new level of personalisation and passenger entertainment. Qatar Airways is
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
