The latest news in brief from the business aviation industry.

The 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, organized by Textron Aviation, flew athletes and coaches back to their respective communities across the country June 27 after competing in the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota.

What is the optimal size for a battery-electric aircraft? It depends on who you ask.

More than 100 volunteer aircraft owners and pilots transported over 800 athletes and coaches to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.

Airports are among the most tightly controlled environments. In both commercial and business aviation, much of which is largely invisible to passengers yet is paramount for safe travels.

Saudi authorities investigate fatal AW139 helicopter crash that killed 14 people near Ras Tanura.

The total number of used business jets for sale in June 2026 fell 12% when compared to a year ago with 1,041 jets on the market, according to Jefferies.

Elroy Air plans to become a publicly traded company through a merger with special purpose acquisition company Inflection Point Acquisition Corp. VII.