Aircraft

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

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Airbus finds growing market for its corporate widebodies

Airbus, to date, has sold more than 100 single-aisle airplanes in executive configuration, including its first double-deck A380 “Flying Palace” and, in the

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

New Turboprops

Nothing re-ignites interest in new turboprops faster than a good old-fashioned “fuel crisis.” While no one thinks that the market will top th

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

New Legacy models fill the gap in Embraer's business jet lineup

At last year’s NBAA Convention, Embraer tested the water, so to speak, for two new aircraft it described as a midsize jet and a “mid-light” jet and began a

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

In The Works: Boeing BBJ3

Boeing’s first BBJ3 is nearing completion at DeCrane Aircraft in Georgetown, Del., which is installing long-range fuel tanks and a head-up display.

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

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In The Works: Cessna Citation CJ4

Cessna flew the first production Citation CJ4, S/N001, on August 19, a little more than three months after the first flight of the prototype.

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

Dassault touts ‘green’ Falcons

As more business jet buyers worry about the damage their airplanes are potentially causing the environment, French business jet maker Dassault is seeking w

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

Wealthy buyers clamor for airliner-derived business jets

Call it the super-sizing of the large-cabin business jet.

Aircraft

October 1, 2008

Bombardier drops Grob from Learjet 85 program

Bombardier has terminated its contract with Grob Aerospace AG of Switzerland to develop the composite structure for the Learjet 85.

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Bombardier drops Grob, revises plan for Learjet 85

Bombardier is scrambling to develop new production plans for the midsize Learjet 85 after dropping troubled Grob as the supplier of the airplane’s composit

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Cessna selects Parker’s flight control system

Cessna has selected Parker Aerospace to supply the flight control system for its large-cabin Model 850 Citation Columbus.

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Gulfstream marks 50th with a tribute to the GI

This year is a special one for Gulfstream, as it marks the 50th anniversary of the first flight of the company’s first airplane, the twin-turboprop Gulfstr

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Epic progress questioned as ‘major’ development awaits

Bend, Ore.-based Epic Aircraft continues to pursue certification of its $1.2 million single-engine, owner-built kitplane, the Epic LT, re-badged in certifi

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Pilatus boosts capacity of PC-12NG production

Fresh from the announcement by Pilatus (Booth No.

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Stevens Aviation extends life of Learjets with Lear4Ever

The FAA has awarded multiple supplemental type certificates (STCs) to Stevens Aviation for a comprehensive avionics and airframe modification package for t

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Spectrum’s all-composite S-40 due to fly for the first time next year

Although Spectrum Aeronautical has decided to skip this year’s NBAA Convention, the all-composite S-40 Freedom midsize twinjet will still fly next year, ac

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

New Business Jets

Since last year’s NBAA Convention, several manufacturers have launched new airplanes or announced derivative designs based on previous models.

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Sabreliner celebrates its silver anniversary

Sabreliner aircraft owners and operators are gathering tonight to recognize those among them who have flown one or more of the iconic business jets for 25

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Fuji Scraps Business Jet Plans

Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) has apparently shelved its plans to produce a business jet.

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

New jets under way, Embraer adds support

There are reasons for smiles among the staff at Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer, most notably the traction the company’s Embraer Executive Jets div

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

New Very Light Jets

This year has seen some significant changes in the very light jet (VLJ) category, with two manufacturers going bankrupt and another facing serious financia

Aircraft

September 30, 2008

Aircraft

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Latest

Airbus finds growing market for its corporate widebodies

Airbus, to date, has sold more than 100 single-aisle airplanes in executive configuration, including its first double-deck A380 “Flying Palace” and, in the

New Turboprops

Nothing re-ignites interest in new turboprops faster than a good old-fashioned “fuel crisis.” While no one thinks that the market will top th

New Legacy models fill the gap in Embraer's business jet lineup

At last year’s NBAA Convention, Embraer tested the water, so to speak, for two new aircraft it described as a midsize jet and a “mid-light” jet and began a

In The Works: Boeing BBJ3

Boeing’s first BBJ3 is nearing completion at DeCrane Aircraft in Georgetown, Del., which is installing long-range fuel tanks and a head-up display.

Videos

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In The Works: Cessna Citation CJ4

Cessna flew the first production Citation CJ4, S/N001, on August 19, a little more than three months after the first flight of the prototype.

Dassault touts ‘green’ Falcons

As more business jet buyers worry about the damage their airplanes are potentially causing the environment, French business jet maker Dassault is seeking w

Wealthy buyers clamor for airliner-derived business jets

Call it the super-sizing of the large-cabin business jet.

Bombardier drops Grob from Learjet 85 program

Bombardier has terminated its contract with Grob Aerospace AG of Switzerland to develop the composite structure for the Learjet 85.

Bombardier drops Grob, revises plan for Learjet 85

Bombardier is scrambling to develop new production plans for the midsize Learjet 85 after dropping troubled Grob as the supplier of the airplane’s composit

Cessna selects Parker’s flight control system

Cessna has selected Parker Aerospace to supply the flight control system for its large-cabin Model 850 Citation Columbus.

Gulfstream marks 50th with a tribute to the GI

This year is a special one for Gulfstream, as it marks the 50th anniversary of the first flight of the company’s first airplane, the twin-turboprop Gulfstr

Epic progress questioned as ‘major’ development awaits

Bend, Ore.-based Epic Aircraft continues to pursue certification of its $1.2 million single-engine, owner-built kitplane, the Epic LT, re-badged in certifi

Pilatus boosts capacity of PC-12NG production

Fresh from the announcement by Pilatus (Booth No.

Stevens Aviation extends life of Learjets with Lear4Ever

The FAA has awarded multiple supplemental type certificates (STCs) to Stevens Aviation for a comprehensive avionics and airframe modification package for t

Spectrum’s all-composite S-40 due to fly for the first time next year

Although Spectrum Aeronautical has decided to skip this year’s NBAA Convention, the all-composite S-40 Freedom midsize twinjet will still fly next year, ac

New Business Jets

Since last year’s NBAA Convention, several manufacturers have launched new airplanes or announced derivative designs based on previous models.

Sabreliner celebrates its silver anniversary

Sabreliner aircraft owners and operators are gathering tonight to recognize those among them who have flown one or more of the iconic business jets for 25

Fuji Scraps Business Jet Plans

Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) has apparently shelved its plans to produce a business jet.

New jets under way, Embraer adds support

There are reasons for smiles among the staff at Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer, most notably the traction the company’s Embraer Executive Jets div

New Very Light Jets

This year has seen some significant changes in the very light jet (VLJ) category, with two manufacturers going bankrupt and another facing serious financia

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