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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


RAF King Charles' Birthday Flypast 2025
Twenty-nine aircraft ascended above the crowds on The Mall and over Buckingham Palace, observed by Their Majesties The King and Queen,...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20254 min read


Tunisian Air Force Orders 12 Bell 412EPX’s
The Tunisian Air Force announced today, at the 2025 Paris Air Show, the signing of a purchase agreement for 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPX...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20251 min read


The RAAF and Boeing Demonstrate MQ-28 Teaming with E-7A Wedgetail
In a groundbreaking demonstration, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Boeing successfully conducted a mission involving two...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Aramco acquires C-27J Multi-Mission Aircraft for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Leonardo C-27J multi-mission tactical transport aircraft, with a global operational record exceeding 270,000 flight hours, is poised...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20253 min read


France and Spain Renew Commitment to the Airbus A400M Programme
OCCAR and Airbus have finalised an agreement with the A400M launch nations to ensure the ongoing production of the program, enhance...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Gulfstream G280 Program Completes 300th Delivery
Gulfstream Aerospace has recently announced the delivery of the 300th Gulfstream G280 aircraft to a customer. This significant milestone...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Saab and General Atomics Develop an Unmanned Airborne Early Warning Solution
Saab has announced a strategic partnership with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems to develop an Unmanned Airborne Early Warning (UAEW)...
Garth Calitz
Jun 18, 20251 min read


Potchefstroom Airshow 2025
By Garth Calitz The airshow format in South Africa is changing; gone are the days of full-day, slow-paced airshows, replaced by...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20255 min read


Saab Achieves AI milestone with Gripen E
Saab, in partnership with Helsing, has announced the successful completion of the initial three flights that integrated Helsing’s...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20252 min read


ExecuJet Expands Caribbean Presence
Luxaviation Group member ExecuJet announced the execution of a long-term Fixed Base Operator (FBO) concession agreement with Princess...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Lockheed Martin Expands Synthetic Aviation Turbine Fuel Capability
Lockheed Martin is advancing innovation in sustainable energy solutions with the recent approval of synthetic aviation turbine fuels...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Collins Aerospace Expands Aircraft Electrification Capabilities in Europe
Collins Aerospace has enhanced its aircraft electrification capabilities by establishing a new engineering centre of excellence in...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20252 min read


EASA New Recommendations on Managing Risks of Lithium Batteries
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has released a new Safety Information Bulletin (SIB) that emphasises the potential risks...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20253 min read


Cessna SkyCourier Combi Achieves Certification in Brazil
The Cessna SkyCourier Combi configuration kit recently achieved certification from the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC)...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Embraer to Offer Gogo Galileo Connectivity for Phenom 300 Jets
Embraer will offer the Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity solution for its Phenom 300 aftermarket customers through a Supplemental Type...
Garth Calitz
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Brits Flying Club Celebrates their 70th Birthday
By Garth Calitz Brits Airfield became the destination of choice for general aviation pilots and enthusiasts on Saturday, 31st May, all...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20253 min read


EASA Bans Carriers Certified in Tanzania and Suriname - Could SA be Next?
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has included air carriers certified in Suriname and Tanzania in the list of airlines subject to...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20252 min read


The Legacy of Bell Aircraft in Hollywood Films
When Arnold Schwarzenegger famously bellowed “Get to the chopper!” in the 1987 action classic, Predator, he was calling attention to a...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Airbus H140: Designed By Lifesavers for Lifesavers
The H135 is acknowledged as a worldwide leader in helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS). As this market is a primary focus for the...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Spanish Navy Receives First Two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters has formally handed over the initial two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters (MSPT for Multi-Role Support Transport)...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20252 min read


Saab Offers GlobalEye for Canada’s Airborne Early Warning and Control Programme
GlobalEye is a leading Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) solution that combines the best of Swedish and Canadian expertise and...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20251 min read


New Data Monitoring Service Option Now Available for Citation and SkyCourier
Textron Aviation has introduced an enhanced Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) service option for Cessna Citation business jets and the Cessna...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20251 min read


KLM and LIFT Take South Africans on a Sky-High Dutch Experience
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines teamed up with local premium carrier LIFT to surprise South African travellers with a unique taste of Dutch...
Garth Calitz
Jun 4, 20252 min read
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