Aircraft & Propulsion

Embraer has unveiled the latest evolution of its Phenom 300 light business jet with the Phenom 300EV.

The biennial Farnborough Airshow and the 73rd annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, two of the world’s largest aviation events, are taking place in 2026 during the same week in July.

RTX develops 250-kW electric powertrain with 14.4 kW/kg power density for aviation applications through ARPA-E funded Ultra-Compact project.

FAA’s proposed supersonic noise standard could unlock SSBJ market but questions remain about speed limits, economics and environmental impact.

Cape Air unveils special 250th anniversary livery on Cessna 402C featuring "We the People" to celebrate Declaration of Independence milestone.

SpaceX doubles Starlink pricing for business aviation with new regional restrictions and global unlimited plan at $20,000 per month.

Italy launches regional air mobility network connecting smaller airports using 9-19 seat aircraft and helicopters from Rome Urbe hub.

Vertical Aerospace has pushed its target for type certification of its Valo air taxi from late 2028 to 2029.

South Korea unveils aerospace strategy targeting hybrid eVTOL development, domestic engine production and expanded aerospace supply chain by 2030.

Beta Technologies completes first eIPP flights delivering organs, demonstrating advanced air mobility operations in the national airspace system.

JetZero uses AI agents and nTop’s geometry platform to accelerate design changes for its blended wing body aircraft across multiple configurations.

Business jet and turboprop deliveries rise in Q2 2026 as utilization increases across fractional ownership, corporate operators and charter providers.

Manna launches drone delivery operations in Tulsa, Oklahoma, establishing a manufacturing base and expanding its U.S. network with autonomous systems.

DJI launches its first fixed-wing eVTOL drone, the EV50, which supports high-altitude missions and environmental cleanup on Mount Everest.

Garmin unveils Axis flight displays with integrated navigation, communication and audio functions, redefining cockpit technology for piston aircraft.

Gulfstream tests show 100% sustainable aviation fuel reduces contrail-forming emissions at high altitudes, helping mitigate aviation’s environmental impact.

Recaro Aircraft Seating, PlaneSense and Air Charter Safety Foundation announce key leadership appointments in business aviation and sustainable aviation.

EHang tests eVTOL in Switzerland, Gulfstream’s G800 sets speed record and Oman develops advanced air mobility strategy with GUAMobility.

Anra Technologies scales commercial drone operations with 55,000 monthly BVLOS flights, showcasing digital air traffic management for the future.

Embraer delivered 45 executive aircraft during Q2 2026, an 18% increase from 38 aircraft delivered during the same period a year ago, the company reports.

Tecnam will unveil a new aircraft program at AirVenture 2026, showcasing its vision for personal flying with innovative design and technology.

CubCrafters has unveiled the Carbon Cub ULT, representing “a major step forward in lightweight backcountry aircraft design,” the company says.

Electric aircraft startup Electra.aero has partnered with fixed-base operator Signature Aviation and vertiport developer UrbanV to build the foundation for a point-to-point regional air mobility ecosystem.

Cirrus Aircraft unveils the TRAC10 trainer, a three-seat aircraft designed for flight schools with advanced safety features and digital fleet management.

Elixir Aircraft secures funding to launch the Equinox program, expand production and grow its presence in the U.S. and Asia.