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Boeing Secures $173 Million Contract for Additional MH-139A Grey Wolf Helicopters
By Garth Calitz In a continued vote of confidence for Boeing’s rotorcraft modernisation efforts, the US Air Force has awarded the aerospace manufacturer a $173 million contract for the production of eight additional MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, including comprehensive training and sustainment support services. The latest order reinforces the Air Force’s commitment to replacing its venerable UH-1N “Huey” fleet, which for decades has safeguarded America’s nuclear missile fiel
Garth Calitz
Oct 14, 20254 min read


South Africa’s “12-Year Engine” Rule: What, Why and What Comes Next
By Garth Calitz If you've been following South African general aviation, even just casually, the last few months might have felt like...
Garth Calitz
Oct 7, 20257 min read


Gulfstream Introduces the All-New Gulfstream G300
Gulfstream Aerospace has unveiled the Gulfstream G300, a next-generation super-midsize business jet designed to succeed the G280. This...
Garth Calitz
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Five-bladed Airbus H145 Touches Down in West Africa
Since early 2025, an H145 helicopter has been engaged in offshore missions in the Ivory Coast with International Aircraft Services (IAS)....
Garth Calitz
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Bombardier’s Global 7500 Soars to New Heights With its 150th Speed Record
Bombardier announced that its Global 7500 business jet, renowned for its industry-defining capabilities, has achieved a new performance...
Garth Calitz
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Birddog Community Celebrates 75th Anniversary with Fly-In
Textron Aviation recently welcomed over 100 members of the International Birddog Association (IBDA) at its East Campus to celebrate the...
Garth Calitz
Oct 1, 20252 min read


SAA Partners with Hi Fly to Maintain Service During Scheduled A330 Maintenance
South African Airways (SAA) has implemented strategic measures to ensure the continuity of its full operational schedule during the...
Garth Calitz
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Uzbekistan Airways Orders up to 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Uzbekistan Airways and Boeing have announced the largest order in the airline's history, as the national carrier intends to acquire up to...
Garth Calitz
Sep 23, 20252 min read


New UK Safety Insights to Guide Future eVTOL Regulation Published
To drive safety in our future airspace, WMG at the University of Warwick has been working with the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) on...
Garth Calitz
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Bristell B23 Achieves FAA Certification
BRM AERO, the manufacturer of Bristell Aircraft, announced that the two-seat Bristell B23 has obtained Type Certification from the...
Garth Calitz
Sep 17, 20252 min read
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