By Garth Calitz Denel, South Africa's national defence tech group, claims to be bouncing back from a really tough period and feels it is gradually getting back on track. Thanks to strong support from its new shareholder, the Department of Defence (Read the SA Taxpayer), Denel is rolling out a plan to attempt to turn things around. The goal is to get back to top performance, win back trust from stakeholders and set the company up for long-term stability and growth. The latest

Turkish Airlines, Türkiye's national flag carrier, and South African Airways (SAA), the national airline of South Africa, have made a major advancement in enhancing aviation cooperation between the two nations by signing a new codeshare agreement. This partnership was officially established on 4 December 2025 at a ceremony in Geneva, Switzerland, coinciding with the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB) meeting. Senior executives from both airlines attended to formalise t

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation has made significant progress in its revitalisation efforts by announcing that its 480B turbine-powered helicopter has achieved full certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its crash-resistant fuel system (CRFS). This approval represents a milestone for the Michigan-based company and advances rotorcraft safety, as Enstrom reenters the U.S. market with renewed energy and an improved product. The certification adheres to a

The approval of the GCC Civil Aviation Authority (GCC-CAA) represents a significant milestone in the integration of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Endorsed at the 46th GCC Summit in Bahrain in early December 2025, this unified regulatory body is poised to revolutionise the aviation operations across the six member states. This decision underscores the GCC's dedication to strengthening its position as the world’s leading aviation hub. The establishment of the GCC-CAA is a

Lockheed Martin’s notoriously renowned Skunk Works division, depending on what side you find yourself on, has advanced significantly towards fully autonomous unmanned operations by successfully demonstrating artificial intelligence-driven mission-contingency management (AI/MCM). This was achieved using a Stalker XE Block 25 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and a modified Alta X 2.0 drone. The live demonstration, conducted on December 4, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, highlighted how AI c

Archer Aviation has made a significant move to transform transportation in one of the fastest-growing areas in the United States by revealing comprehensive plans for a fully integrated electric air taxi network across the Miami metropolitan region. Announced on December 3, 2025, the company's vision is to link Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach with swift 10–20 minute flights, significantly cutting travel times and avoiding the area's notorious traffic ja

Only a few months after entering service, the newly certified, ultralong-range Gulfstream G800 has established itself as a top-tier speed machine, securing its eighth city-pair speed record en route to the Dubai Airshow 2025. This recent achievement highlights the aircraft's remarkable capabilities, efficiency, and range, reinforcing Gulfstream Aerospace Corp.'s leadership in the high-speed, long-distance business jet market. On November 17, 2025, the eighth record was achiev

By Garth Calitz Airbus' A320 series, a key player in short- to medium-haul flights globally, gained significant attention in late November when the manufacturer, along with international regulators, released an urgent Airworthiness Directive (AD) mandating a compulsory software update. This directive was prompted by an incident in which an A320 experienced an uncommanded altitude change due to a rare flight-control data corruption event. Although there were no injuries, a tho

Airbus’ A400M Atlas has long been known for its ability to operate in places where traditional heavy lifters simply dare not go. Now, the European airlifter has taken another leap forward. A new round of flight trials, this time on soft grass-covered runways, has demonstrated that the A400M can safely land, manoeuvre and take off at higher weights, from even more challenging strips. The result is a dramatic expansion in payload, reach and mission flexibility for operators acr

Uganda Airlines has further enhanced continental connectivity by establishing a new interline agreement with Airlink, a top privately owned regional airline in Southern Africa. Announced on 24 November 2025, this partnership offers travellers throughout East and Southern Africa a more seamless and integrated travel experience by connecting Uganda Airlines’ hub in Entebbe with Airlink’s extensive network through Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). For both a