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Uzbekistan Confirmed as Embraer C-390 Millennium Customer
For those who were anticipating positive news for the South African Air Force, Embraer has officially identified the Republic of Uzbekistan as the previously unnamed customer for its C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. This announcement was made during the Singapore Airshow, dashing hopes that South Africa might be the customer. This confirmation represents a notable achievement for both Embraer and the Uzbek Air Force, with Uzbekistan poised to be the first operato
Garth Calitz
Feb 42 min read


Boeing Secures Contract for 15 More KC-46A Tankers as Global Fleet Grows
The KC-46A Pegasus program by Boeing is gaining traction as the U.S. Air Force orders 15 more aircraft under the Lot 12 production contract. Announced on 25 November 2025, this agreement is valued at US$2.47 billion, increasing the total number of KC-46A tankers delivered or contracted globally to 183. According to Boeing, the new award provides critical production stability for the Pegasus line in Everett, Washington, particularly for long-lead components sourced through its
Garth Calitz
Dec 2, 20253 min read


Daher Aircraft Reinforces Its Presence in Brazil for the TBM and Kodiak
Daher Aircraft has announced the establishment of a permanent presence in Brazil to support the increasing demand for its TBM and Kodiak...
Garth Calitz
Oct 1, 20253 min read


New Multi-Mission King Air Demonstrator Unveiled at Paris Air Show
Textron Aviation revealed that its new multi-mission Beechcraft King Air demonstration aircraft will debut at the 2025 Paris Air Show,...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Cessna Caravan 40 Years and Counting
By Garth Calitz The aviation world has seen tons of cool innovations, but the Cessna Caravan stands out. It's crazy to think it's been 40...
Garth Calitz
Apr 2, 20253 min read


First Flight of the Pipistrel Nuuva V300
Pipistrel announced the successful initial hover flight of the Nuuva V300, a hybrid-electric VTOL (vertical take-off and landing)...
Garth Calitz
Feb 12, 20252 min read


SANDF advances with C-390 acquisition process At AAD 2024
As one of the world's premier defence and aviation showcases, the Africa Aerospace and Defence Expo provided a strategic platform for...
Garth Calitz
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Textron Aviation Delivers First Cessna SkyCourier Combi
Textron Aviation announced the delivery of the first Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine utility turboprop equipped with a Combi interior...
Garth Calitz
Jul 17, 20242 min read


EarthCARE Goes West on an Antonov for Launch
The Airbus-built climate monitoring satellite, EarthCARE (Earth Clouds, Aerosols and Radiation Explorer) spacecraft has left Munich,...
Garth Calitz
Mar 14, 20242 min read


SAA Cargo partners with Menzies Aviation to Provide Air Cargo Services
South African Airways (SAA) Cargo has appointed Menzies Aviation, the world’s largest aviation services company, to provide air cargo...
Garth Calitz
Mar 9, 20232 min read
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