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Liebherr To Explore New Technologies For Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft

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Posted On: 4/12/2023 10:03:56 AM

Liebherr-Aerospace is supporting Airbus' efforts to develop the world’s first hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft by 2035 through the development of an air supply system for the fuel cell dedicated to the propulsion of Airbus demonstrator aircraft. ...

Aviation Year-Over-Year Value Increases Cooling Off

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Posted On: 4/10/2023 3:09:11 PM

The latest report on pre-owned aircraft in Sandhills Global marketplaces illustrates a general slowdown in year-over-year increase rates for asking values, although values remain elevated over recent months. ...

Gulfstream Service Expansions Continue In Savannah

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Posted On: 4/7/2023 2:16:16 PM

The aerospace firm says the all-new Gulfstream Service Center will broaden its MRO offerings in support of a growing fleet. ...

Japan Airlines Selects 737-8 To Grow Sustainable World-Class Fleet

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Posted On: 3/27/2023 3:40:11 PM

The carrier has placed a firm order for 21 fuel-efficient 737-8 jets to support fleet renewal and optimize its single-aisle operations while reducing fuel use and carbon emissions. ...

Sandhills Global Market Reports Show Mix Of Trends Across Aviation Categories

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Posted On: 3/8/2023 12:27:35 PM

The most recent Sandhills Global market reports covering used piston single, turboprop, and jet aircraft as well as used piston helicopters in Sandhills marketplaces, indicate that pre-owned jet inventories and asking values continue to rise. ...

U.S. Navy Orders Up To 64 Beechcraft King Air 260 Turboprops For New Multi-Engine Training System

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Posted On: 2/27/2023 4:44:46 PM

The planes, which operate with the T-54A training aircraft designation, will replace the Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) fleet of T-44C Pegasus trainers, which are King Air 90s that have been in service since 1977. ...

Gulfstream Completes 100th Delivery Of Award-Winning G600 Business Jet

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Posted On: 2/27/2023 9:51:26 AM

The company introduced the 19-passenger business jet in 2014 alongside the G500, which also marked its 100th delivery in the second half of 2022. ...

Embraer Phenom 300 Series Tops Light Jet Class In Deliveries For 11th Consecutive Year

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Posted On: 2/24/2023 2:54:59 PM

Embraer delivered 59 Phenom 300-series aircraft last year and has completed more than 700 deliveries since the 300 entered the market in 2009. ...

Following Seasonal Inventory Declines, Aircraft Asking Values Continue Year-Over-Year Growth

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Posted On: 2/13/2023 11:55:58 AM

According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports covering used piston single, turboprop, and jet aircraft and piston helicopters in Sandhills marketplaces, asking values remained elevated in January and continue year-over-year growth. ...

New Gravel Kit Opens Unimproved Runways To Cessna SkyCourier Turboprop

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Posted On: 2/9/2023 10:16:24 AM

"This new capability allows SkyCourier customers to operate in some of the world’s most demanding environments,” says Textron Aviation’s Lannie O’Bannion. ...

Embraer & Air New Zealand Team Up On Sustainable Aircraft Initiatives

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Posted On: 2/8/2023 4:00:21 PM

The air carrier is joining Embraer’s Energia Advisory Group and the aerospace company is signing on as a long-term partner in Air New Zealand’s Mission Next Gen Aircraft initiative. ...

Diamond Aircraft & Aeromot Announce DA62 Assembly In Brazil

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Posted On: 2/1/2023 8:14:22 AM

Aeromot will assemble DA62 aircraft in Porto Alegre, Brazil, under license from Diamond Aircraft Canada, which will provide the DA62 kits and ongoing support. ...

Gulfstream G700 Business Jet Sets 25 Speed Records During World Demonstration Tour

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Posted On: 1/31/2023 10:29:54 AM

The aerospace firm says a pair of fully outfitted G700s have made 20 stops across six continents and have established 25 world speed records. ...

Cabin Interior Earns Dassault Aviation’s Falcon 10X Business Jet A 2022 Good Design Award

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Posted On: 1/27/2023 4:02:32 PM

"These and other awards received by our rapidly expanding fleet are eloquent testimony to the unparalleled design and engineering prowess possessed by our company," says Eric Trappier, Dassault Aviation chairman and CEO. ...

Boeing Selected For NASA Sustainable Flight Demonstrator Award

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Posted On: 1/20/2023 8:54:49 AM

NASA, Boeing, and partners aim to cut fuel use and emissions up to 30% in single-aisle airplanes on the way to reaching civil aviation's goal to be net zero carbon emissions by 2050. ...

FAA & EASA Grant STC Certificate To Embraer Phenom 300MED Medevac Solution

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Posted On: 1/19/2023 12:06:39 PM

Configuration alternatives available include one or two stretchers, a capability to carry an incubator, and options for additional medical equipment. ...

Gulfstream Recognized For Sustainability Leadership

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Posted On: 1/17/2023 10:31:55 AM

National Business Aviation Association awards Gulfstream inaugural Sustainable Flight Department Accreditations. ...

Textron Aviation Sends New Cessna Grand Caravan EX To Brazil’s Azul Conecta For 3,000th Caravan Delivery

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Posted On: 1/16/2023 12:33:27 PM

“This Grand Caravan EX will proudly fly the Brazilian skies and connect our 158 destinations, many of which are made possible by the aircraft’s utility and flexibility,” says Flavio Costa, CTO of Azul and president of Azul Conecta. ...

Daher Delivers First TBM 960 Turboprop To Customer In Switzerland

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Posted On: 1/12/2023 11:41:07 AM

The aircraft manufacturer says there are 12 TBM-series planes based in Switzerland following the handoff to Paolo Buzzi of Swissquote Group. ...

Aircraft Asking Values Remain Elevated But Descend From All-Time Highs

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Posted On: 1/9/2023 2:56:41 PM

Asking values for used piston single, turboprop, and jet aircraft in Sandhills Global marketplaces all declined in December, retreating from the all-time highs these aircraft categories had reached in November. ...

Embraer E195-E2 & E190-E2 Commercial Jets Receive Type Certification In Canada

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Posted On: 12/16/2022 3:13:22 PM

The certification clears the way for Embraer to deliver the first of 50 E195-E2 jets to Porter Airlines, a regional carrier based in Toronto. ...

Diamond Aircraft DA50 RG Continues Winning Ways, Garners German Design Award 2023

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Posted On: 12/15/2022 4:53:34 PM

The German Design Award jury praised the DA50 RG’s performance, functionality, efficiency, and luxury comfort, noting that it has a “striking design language that makes it unmistakable.” ...

Asking Values For Used Piston Single, Turboprop & Jet Aircraft Hit Record Highs

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Posted On: 12/8/2022 8:42:21 AM

New records were set in November as asking values reached new all-time highs across the used piston single, turboprop, and jet aircraft categories in Sandhills Global marketplaces. ...

Bombardier Breaks Ground On Abu Dhabi Service Centre, Expands Aftermarket Footprint In UAE

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Posted On: 12/7/2022 8:26:45 AM

Located at Abu Dhabi International Airport, this service facility will encompass close to 100,000 sq. ft. ready to provide quick and efficient maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities for all Bombardier business aircraft. ...