Rolling Business Aviation Daily Briefs (January 2026)

January 16, 2026

Blackhawk Group Acquires Silver Sky Aviation

The Blackhawk Group has acquired Silver Sky Aviation, based in Wasilla, Alaska. Silver Sky provides aviation maintenance and upgrade services and supports King Air, Cessna Caravan, Kodiak and Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. The acquisition marks Blackhawk’s sixth location in its Performance Center Network, it says, and expands its presence into one of the fastest-growing turboprop regions in the world. Alaska has experienced significant growth in turboprop operations due to their range, speed and payload and the ability to operate in harsh, cold-weather environments, Black Hawk notes.

January 15, 2026

Pipistrel Earns First Approval From Asia On Velis Electro

The Civil Authority of South Korea has granted a safety certificate for the Pipistrel Velis Electro, clearing the way for operation in the country. It is the first approval of an electric aircraft from South Korea and the first for Asia, the Slovenian-based company says. The certificate classifies the Electro as a lightweight aircraft. The approval opens opportunities in the market and marks a milestone in Pipistrel’s history, it says. The Velis Electro earned EASA approval in 2020, UK certification in 2022 and FAA approval as a light sport aircraft in 2024. Transport Canada validated the EASA type certification in 2025.

January 14, 2026

Textron Aviation Delivers Cessna SkyCourier To Mexico

Textron Aviation has delivered the first Cessna SkyCourier to Mexico. The aircraft, configured as a freighter variant, was delivered to FlexCoah, a cargo transportation provider, for use by its aviation subsidiary Altair. The SkyCourier will expand the company’s freight capabilities in the country, it says. FlexCoah was founded in 2009 in Saltillo, Mexico, is a freight transportation company specializing in long-haul and local cargo services.

January 13, 2026

KlasJet, Air Peace Sign Agreement For Boeing 737-800

KlasJet Name KlasJet, a corporate charter and leasing service provider based in Vilnius, Lithuania, has signed an agreement with Air Peace to provide the Nigerian-based airline with a Boeing 737-800 aircraft configured for scheduled passenger and charter services. Air Peace operates 29 aircraft, including Boeing 737s, Embraer E195-E2s and Boeing 777s and serves 20 destinations. The Nigerian and West African aviation markets have been growing rapidly, the company says.

January 12, 2026

Edése Doret Industrial Design Wins RoyalJet Design Contract

Edése Doret Industrial Design has been awarded a design contract by RoyalJet, an Abu Dhabi-based private jet operator, for the interiors of three Airbus ACJ320neo corporate jets. It is the third project between the two companies. Its vision is to deliver an “unparalleled elevated passenger experience” for RoyalJet clientele, Edése Doret officials say. The aircraft will allow Royal Jet Group to expand its product offerings, Royal Jet says. Edése Doret Industrial Design works with private jets, super-yachts and high-end residencies.

January 9, 2026

Sweetwater Aviation Offers Hangars For Reservation

Sweetwater Aviation, a fixed base operator based at Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport in Rock Springs, Wyoming, announced the opening of temperature-controlled hangar space available for reservations. The 24,000 ft² hangar is large enough to accommodate up to G700, G800 and Global 7500 and Global 8000 business jets.

January 8, 2026

West Star Aviation Academy Achieves 100% Graduation Rate

West Star Aviation has achieved a 100% graduation rate in its aircraft maintenance technicians’ program at its West Star Aviation Academy, developed in a partnership with Southwestern Illinois College. The training includes paid apprenticeships, academic coursework and hands-on training. Students have access to a Falcon Jet in which to apply classroom knowledge to real-life situations. With the completion of the program, 25 graduates are qualified to test for the FAA Airframe certification. West Star founded the Academy in 2024. A new class of 25 begins Jan. 12, 2026. To date, the Academy has supported 71 technician hires who have become certified Aviation Maintenance Technicians, the company says.

 January 7, 2026

Bristell B23 Powered By Rotax 916 iS Receives EASA Approval

BRM AERO, otherwise known as Bristell Aircraft, has received EASA CS-23 approval for the Bristell B23 powered by the 160 hp Rotax 916 iS turbocharged engine, the company announced. It is the first aircraft to be approved with the Rotax 916iS engine. The aircraft is ready for demonstrations, the company says.

January 6, 2026

Air Charter Service Moves To Larger Office Space

Air Charter Service has expanded into larger space, moving from Miami to Hollywood, Florida, to accommodate its growth plans, the company says. Greg Tarran, private jets assistant director, has moved from the company’s London office to the Florida facility as the company expands its private jets team. The office is three times larger than its current space. It also is closer to the Boca Raton, Miami-Opa Locka and Fort Lauderdale airports, which is better situated for its clients, company officials say. The company, founded in 1990, operates 40 offices around the world and employs nearly 700.

 January 5 2026

JSX Expands Service to Southern California, Arizona

JSX, a charter air service provider, has launched service at Santa Monica Airport in California and is adding additional scheduled service. Beginning Jan. 22, 2026, it is increasing its flight frequencies to twice a day between Santa Monica and Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on a 30-passenger ATR 42-600 turboprop. It will expand service to three daily flights beginning Feb. 5. JSX also is adding a nonstop route to Scottsdale, Arizona, beginning Jan. 22.