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Return of Corporate Buyers Driving Preowned Bizjet Demand

Having taken a dip during the pandemic, business aviation is rebounding in its aftermath, with increased demand from corporate customers.
Embraer EBACE 2023
Environment

SAF Availablity Slowly Rises in Europe

While SAF availability represents the exception rather than the rule at European airports, that will change due to mandates and increased production.
underwing fueling with sustainable aviation fuel
Aircraft

Greenpoint Goes Zen with VIP 777X Cabin Concept Model

Greenpoint Technologies unveils scale model of 777X showcasing its Zen VIP cabin concept, incorporating biophilic elements and natural materials
Greenpoint Technologies
Engines

Rolls-Royce Expands European Service Network

Rolls-Royce's authorized service center network has added companies in Germany and Switzerland.
Rolls-Royce Corporate Care
Training and Workforce

EPAN Brings Pride to EBACE

The recently-launched European Pride in Aviation Network is making its debut at EBACE 2023.
European Pride in Aviation  Network
FutureFlight

Lilium Displays Mock-up of Pioneer Edition eVTOL Aircraft and Books Eleven More Orders

Swiss-based private aviation group Air-Dynamic has agreed to add five of the all-electric aircraft to its fleet.
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FutureFlight

FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup

FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
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Environment

Advanced Air Mobility is Coming of Age

Next year the first all-electric air taxi service is due to begin in Paris in support of the Olympic Games.
Volocopter Volocity
Aircraft

HondaJet Elite II Receives EASA Nod

The HondaJet Elite II made its EBACE debut and received EASA certification during the show.
HondaJet Elite II
Aircraft

EBACE Opens with Formula for Fast Start

EBACE 2023 keynotes celebrate achievement, technology, and sustainability, headlined by motor sports legends Toto and Susie Wolff
Opening session Ebace 2023
Security

Bizjet Protesters Breach Geneva Airport Secure Zone

A group of protesters who claim to be against the use of business jets knocked down fences around the EBACE static display.
Protesters at EBACE 2023
Maintenance and Modifications

ExecuJet Malaysia Wins Certification from Aruba

The Aruba Department of Civil Aviation has awarded ExecuJet Malaysia approval to work on several aircraft types on its registry.
ExecuJet Malaysia facility at Subang Airport
Accidents

GIV Accident Report: A Failure to Communicate

An Aug. 21, 2021, Gulfstream GIV accident was due to the separation of the nose landing gear's pip pin, all 14 occupants escaped uninjured.
Collage of images from Gulfstream G-IV accident, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Aug. 21, 2021,
Aircraft

Textron Aviation Delivers First Passenger SkyCourier

Hawaii’s Lanai Air will operate the first passenger version of the Cessna SkyCourier, providing air service between Oahu and the island of Lanai.
Cessna Skycourier in showroom hangar
Accidents

Wildlife Strike AC: It’s a Jungle Out There

Over a 30-year period, there were more than 255,000 reports of animals and aircraft colliding.
Citation jet bird strike through flock of birds
Accidents

'Abrupt' Inputs after Bird Strike Caused Helo Breakup

Sun glare and a required radio frequency change made it unlikely that the pilot of a LongRanger helicopter saw or had time to avoid a wedgetail eagle.
Graphic showing satellite map with locations of Bell 206L-1 Long Ranger wreckage
Accidents

HondaJet Owners Concerned About Runway Issues

The HondaJet Owners & Pilots Association plans to hold to safety standdown event to discuss runway excursion issues.
HondaJet parked on taxiway after rain shower
Environment

Bombardier's EcoJet Program Takes Bigger Step

The next phase in Bombardier's EcoJet test program is featuring a larger test aircraft.
Rendering of Bombardier's EcoJet test aircraft
Aircraft

Boeing Business Jets Logs 'Strong Start' to 2023

Boeing Business Jets announced at EBACE a “strong start” 2023, with orders/option for four aircraft, including two 787s and the first option for the 777X.
BBJ Max 7
Aircraft

Air-Dynamic Orders Lilium Jet eVTOLs for Charter Fleet

The Swiss-based private jet and helicopter operator has paid pre-delivery deposits to secure five of the four-passenger Pioneer Edition eVTOL aircraft.
Lilium Jet eVTOL aircraft
Environment

EBACE Organizers Brace for Turbulence

With EBACE in the sights of environmental activists, show planners are prepared to engage.
EBAA chief operations officer Robert Balthus
Engines

EAP Looks To Europe for Further Expansion

Having achieved success in other markets such as Australia, EAP is hoping to expand its business into Europe.
EAP
Fuel

One Year in, Titan Fuels International Sees Growth

In a year since its launch, Titan Aviation Fuels' international division is looking ahead to further growth.
Titan Aviation Fuels international team
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Honeywell Aspire 350 Notches Certification Milestone

Honeywell's Aspire 350 terminals will have access to Iridium's high-speed satellite communications network.
Honeywell Aspire 350

Euro Jet Celebrates 15 Years of Operation

Prague-based Euro Jet offers a range of ground support services across a growing network of bases in Europe, Asia and, latterly, Latin America.
EuroJet team
Aircraft

BHS displays Charter Fleet Aircraft in EBACE Debut

Swiss charter firm BHS displays Citation Latitude and Leonardo helicopter, and highlights full-service management capabilities in its EBACE debut.
BHS Aviation Group
Aircraft

Cessna Citation Longitude Fleet Growing as 100th Rolled Out

With delivery of the 100th Longitude, Textron Aviation's flagship business jet is building momentum.
100th Textron Aviation Citation Longitude
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Collins Unveils Iridium Certus 700 Satcom System

Bombardier will be the launch customer for Collins Aerospace's Iridium Certus 700 IRT NX satellite communication system.
This graphic depicts Iridium's satellite constellation circling the Earth.

IBAC Welcomes Two New Industry Partners

Bizav giant Jet Aviation, and events and media company Corporate Jet Investor, are the latest companies to join the non-profit trade association.
IBAC
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Inmarsat Boosts Jet ConneX Speeds and Service Plans

The inflight connectivity provider is adding more satellites to support the availability of faster guaranteed bandwidth in business aircraft cabins.
Inmarsat's Jet ConneX inflight broadband service.