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Latest ICAO Aviation Safety Data Reveals Need for Renewed Focus
Although global aviation safety trends remain positive, the statistics released today by the International Civil Aviation Organisation...
Garth Calitz
Aug 13, 20252 min read


The Fifth 777-9 Takes to the Air
The fifth Boeing 777-9 constructed in Washington successfully departed from Paine Field in Everett, Washington, on Tuesday at 11:03 a.m....
Garth Calitz
Aug 13, 20252 min read


The Lightest Revolution: The Story of E-Props
By Garth Calitz Up in the French Alps, away from the noise of airports and busy runways, something exciting was happening in aviation. It...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20253 min read


Major John “Jack” Frost – The Quiet Ace Tragically Killed in Action
By Rob Russell John Everitt Frost (inevitably known as "Jack") was born in Queenstown on 16th July, 1918, and at the age of 18, joined...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20259 min read


A Full-Circle Moment for a CV-22 Pilot
Major Tom Currie was the inaugural U.S. Air Force pilot certified to operate the CV-22 Osprey, the Air Force Special Operations version...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20252 min read


The M-346N: Possible Future of the US Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System
Textron Aviation and Leonardo have introduced the Beechcraft M-346N jet as an immediate solution from a renowned American company for the...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20252 min read


Airbus A400M/H225M - A Winning Duo
In the Atlas Mountains of North Africa, small wild cats known as Caracals roam freely. Interestingly, the names Atlas and Caracal can...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20253 min read


Airbus Partners with Singapore to Explore Crewed-Uncrewed teaming with the H225M
Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) has signed an agreement with Airbus Helicopters on crewed-uncrewed teaming...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20252 min read


IATA Outlines Priorities to Strengthen Aviation’s Contribution to African Growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged African governments to focus on aviation as a major boost for economic growth,...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20253 min read


Global Summit in Durban to Accelerate Development of Aviation Workforce
To meet the growing demand for skilled workers in the aviation industry and to create opportunities for young talent around the world,...
Garth Calitz
Aug 5, 20253 min read


EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2025, One Week-Endless Possibilities
Text by Garth Calitz Photos by Paul Ludick and others The theme "One Week – Endless Possibilities" really hit the mark at Oshkosh in...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20255 min read


Children’s Flight 2025 - The Biggest Ever
By Garth Calitz Photos by Garth Calitz, Trevor Cohen and Esias Riecket Felix Gosher and the lively Children's Flight crew once again got...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20255 min read


SAA Releases Audited Financial Results for FY 2023/24
At the Annual General Meeting on 17 July 2025, South African Airways SOC Limited (SAA) "proudly" presented its audited financial results...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20253 min read


Airbus Opens CSC at Grand Central Airport to Coincide with 30 Years of Airbus Helicopters in Southern Africa
Airbus has officially unveiled a brand-new Customer Support Centre for commercial aircraft in Johannesburg, marking a thrilling milestone...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Piper Announces New Seminole DX Powered by DeltaHawk
Piper Aircraft announced at Oshkosh 2025 the launch of the new Piper Seminole DX, a diesel-powered PA-44 Seminole fitted with DeltaHawk's...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20252 min read


New RAF E-7 Wedgetail Flies with Red Arrows at Air Tattoo
In a historic milestone, the Royal Air Force's E-7 Wedgetail AEW Mk1 executed its inaugural flypast in conjunction with the renowned Red...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20253 min read


Van’s RV-15 Goes Into Production
Van's Aircraft, with over 50 years of expertise in designing high-performance low-wing aircraft, has commenced production of its...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Boeing Forecasts 20-Year Global Demand for Nearly 2.4 Million New Aviation Professionals
Driven by emerging markets and shifts in fleet composition, Boeing forecasts sustained demand for aviation personnel as the global...
Garth Calitz
Jul 30, 20252 min read


The FAP Celebrates the Delivery of the Third KC-390 and A-29N Maiden Flight
Portuguese Air Force (FAP) marked two significant milestones this week concerning the KC-390 Millennium and A-29N Super Tucano programs....
Garth Calitz
Jul 22, 20253 min read


EAA AirVenture Oshkosh - A Massive Economic Boost for the Local Area
Have you ever considered the economic impact on the area surrounding the annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention? Undoubtedly,...
Garth Calitz
Jul 22, 20253 min read


Pratt & Whitney - 100 Years of Powering the Future
For over a century, Pratt & Whitney has been at the forefront of aviation innovation, significantly influencing the evolution of flight....
Garth Calitz
Jul 22, 20252 min read


US Air Force Executes Unprecedented Surge into Pacific Theatre
During the past week, the U.S. Pacific Air Forces successfully executed a swift and large-scale deployment and reception of personnel,...
Garth Calitz
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Bombardier Global 7500 Jet Sets its 135th City-Pair Speed Record
Bombardier's industry flagship business jet, the Global 7500, distinguishes itself as the most acclaimed and record-setting aircraft in...
Garth Calitz
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Piaggio Aerospace's Business Complexes Acquired By Baykar
The formal transfer of the business complexes of Piaggio Aero Industries and Piaggio Aviation, both companies under extraordinary...
Garth Calitz
Jul 22, 20253 min read
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