Business Aviation & AAM Report

Duncan Aviation's new overhaul shop in Lincoln, Nebraska, nearly doubles its engine footprint there.

Safran partners with ZeroAvia to advance hydrogen-electric propulsion with high-temperature fuel cells for next-generation aviation and defense applications.

RED and Helix develop a hybrid-electric generator with lower fuel burn, emissions and noise, challenging turbine APUs for electric and regional aircraft.

ACNZ is developing a composite, single‑engine AC‑2 cargo aircraft, aiming for rapid prototyping, Part 23 certification, and electric/autonomous capability.

Eve and Hitachi Energy will develop vertiport charging infrastructure, grid integration and battery reuse to support scalable global eVTOL air taxi operations.

As pilots begin their annual trek to the world’s largest airshow, the Canadian wildfires are bringing dense smoke and impacting early aircraft arrivals into Wittman Regional Airport for the 73rd annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin.

Archer, Beta and Macquarie launch ACES to build 250 electric aircraft charging sites by 2030 focusing on major US metropolitan areas.

Garmin unveils G2000 Prime flight deck for piston and electric aircraft, offering advanced connectivity, enhanced displays and safety-focused features.

A coalition of aviation associations, labor groups and manufacturers has asked Congress to approve $20 billion in new funding to complete the Trump administration’s air traffic control system overhaul.

Israeli drone-maker Colugo Systems is developing a heavy-lift VTOL uncrewed cargo aircraft with funding support from national defense and innovation agencies.

Horizon Aircraft delays Cavorite X7 demonstrator to spring 2027, prioritizing certification readiness over speed while advancing subsystem integration.

Luxaviation expands its managed fleet with nine new aircraft, including Gulfstream G700s and G800s, strengthening its presence in Asia-Pacific.

The UK’s Vertical Aerospace has picked Near Earth Autonomy to adapt its planned Valo electric air taxi for autonomous operation in defense applications near term.

Sambo Motors flies a full-scale eVTOL demonstrator at Korea Drone Expo, marking a milestone in South Korea’s urban air mobility development.

Aura Aero modifies VoltAero’s Cassio S demonstrator to develop its hybrid-electric ERA 19-seater, with first flight planned for 2027.

Argus's fuel analysis of Jet-A and avgas prices in the U.S.

Noemi Aerospace secures funding for its electric amphibian prototype, aiming for first flight by 2027 and EASA certification by 2030.

South Korea released safety and pilot training standards for its 2028 urban air mobility launch to reduce foreign expertise reliance.

FAA expands Swift 100R approvals to 1,200 engines and 1,600 airframes, advancing plans to replace leaded avgas with high-octane unleaded fuel.

Intelligent Energy develops hydrogen fuel cells for long-range drones, targeting defense and logistics missions with increased endurance and payload.

Surf Air Mobility expands SurfOS as a tech platform for regional airlines and electric aircraft operators while improving operational reliability.

Wisk Aero and NASA have demonstrated that one ground-based supervisor can oversee three autonomous eVTOL aircraft simultaneously while interacting with ATC.

Data extracted from the 2026 Aviation Week Business Aviation Fleet & MRO Forecast reveals the number of new business aircraft deliveries expected in Europe through 2035.

Pratt & Whitney, jumpstarting its AI-enabled engine inspection capabilities, has acquired Aiir Innovations, integrating its software into its shop workflows.

Business aircraft deliveries during Q2 2026 rose when compared to a year ago, while utilization during the quarter increased overall as well.