Aerospace & Air Transport

VAI 2026 Salute to Excellence Awards Recognize Top Performers

“This year’s honorees represent the discipline, judgment, and consistency that define top-tier operations”

Salute to Excellence 2026

Radia’s Supersized Windrunner Freighter Aircraft Is Set To Be a Megalifter

Nine times the volume of a Boeing 747F.

rendering of Radia Windrunner loading F-16 fighter jets.

Gulf Business Aviation Traffic Paralyzed by Iran Conflict

Aircraft, crew, and passengers remain trapped by airspace and airport closures

Dubai Air Show business jets

People in Aviation - March 2026

Matthieu Louvot is succeeding Bruno Even at Airbus Helicopters, and Harlan Simpkins takes helm at CBAA

People in Aviation March 2026

Hydrogen-powered CityHawk eVTOL Aircraft Could Transform Air Ambulance Services

Hydrogen-powered CityHawk eVTOL Aircraft Could Transform Air Ambulance Services

October 17, 2022

What It’s Like to Fly on Xwing’s Experimental Self-flying Cessna Airplane

What It’s Like to Fly on Xwing’s Experimental Self-flying Cessna Airplane

October 12, 2022

All-Electric Alice Aircraft Makes First Flight as Eviation Delays Entry Into Service

All-Electric Alice Aircraft Makes First Flight as Eviation Delays Entry Into Service

October 7, 2022

Hyundai’s Supernal Division Unveils Its S-A1 eVTOL Aircraft

Hyundai’s Supernal Division Unveils Its S-A1 eVTOL Aircraft

September 30, 2022

Eyes Turn to Alert Act after Rotor Act Fails in House

NTSB’s Homendy expressed disappointment with vote, but Graves said committee is moving ahead on Alert Act

Regulations and Government

February 25, 2026

U.S. Capitol

FSF Report Warns of Rising Mixed-use Airspace Risk

DCA midair collision underscores urgent need for action

February 24, 2026

2025 Flight Safety Report cover

Aircraft Exempt from New U.S. Tariffs, but Future Unclear

Rebate path uncertain, along with future tariff possibilities

Regulations and Government

February 24, 2026

Stakeholders Express Support, Opposition to ALERT Act

Dispute centers on ADS-B In equipage and alerting requirements

February 23, 2026

Supreme Court Ruling Clouds White House Tariffs

Aerospace industry has grappled with tariffs and their unpredictability

Regulations and Government

February 20, 2026

Pilatus PC-24 (Photo: Jet Aviation)

Embraer Exploring Aluminum Manufacturing in India

Collaboration with Hindalco Industries to explore domestic production potential

Regulations and Government

February 20, 2026

Embraer sign on hangar

Hartzell Unveils Innovation Center at Its Ohio HQ

JobsOhio $2M grant supports aerospace research and development in Piqua

February 20, 2026

An interior shot of a brightly-lit advanced composite manufacturing production facility with clean concrete floors, moveable fixtures, overhead lift, and advanced tooling.

Airbus Presses Pratt & Whitney on A320 Engine Shortages

European group’s helicopter division makes strong contribution to 2025 financials

February 19, 2026

A320neo with Pratt & Whitney engines

ATR Commits to Hybrid Regional Airliner Decision In 2029

EU-backed Clean Aviation projects are the foundation for the Evo program

February 19, 2026

ATR Evo

FAA Deputy Admin Rocheleau Says ATC Overhaul Is On Track

KDCA tragedy accelerated push for infrastructure upgrades

Regulations and Government

February 18, 2026

Bolen and Rocheleau talk FAA modernization on Feb 18, 2026

Aircraft Operators Told To Brace for Gulf Flight Disruption

Dyami Security Intelligence tells clients attacks on Iran appear imminent

February 18, 2026

Gulf map

Analytical Tool Assesses New Air Service Markets

The AeroTesseract portal assesses all demand and supply factors for new routes

February 18, 2026

EA Maven AeroTesseract

Work Starts on SkyNRG’s First SAF Production Facility

Facility is expected to open in 2028

Sustainability and Environment

February 17, 2026

Artist rendering of SkyNRG's DSL-01 SAF facility

Direct Plating Could Reduce Rotor Blade Cost and Weight

Alpha Metalcraft Group is in talks with eVTOL aircraft developers

February 17, 2026

Alpha Metalcraft Group

Conscious Keeps Focus on Hydrogen-powered Dash 8 Aircraft

Airlines and special-missions applications are in the Dutch start-up’s sights

February 17, 2026

Conscious Aerospace Dash 8 conversion

JetZero and Natilus Pitch BWB Alternatives to Airbus, Boeing Narrowbodies

Engine selection, range, and production plans face scrutiny

February 16, 2026

JetZero Z4 BWB overlay