Business Aviation

Private aviation sees post-pandemic softness, but demand remains strong as limited supply boosts valuations and keeps the market stable.

United Aircraft tests R6000 tiltrotor's full-transition capability as China expands its autonomous emergency response fleet.

XPeng subsidiary Aridge is advancing toward certification and production of its eVTOL aircraft while securing UAE permits and joining global unicorn rankings.

New appointments at companies including FL Technics, Avia Solutions Group, AIRO Group, Cutter Aviation and West Star Aviation.

Pipistrel introduces the Voyager two-seat trainer built specifically for FAA's new Mosaic rules with advanced avionics and lower operating costs for flight schools.

Bye Aerospace completes its first eFlyer 2 prototype, advancing toward flight testing with validated electric propulsion and structural systems.

NATO’s decision to buy as many as 10 Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning systems could spur more orders within the alliance, says Global 6500 platform provider Bombardier.

ARGUS reports global business aviation flight activity rose 4.2% in 1H26 vs 1H25; North American region rose 3.5% (Charter, Franctional and General Aviation all rose), recording its strongest first half in the past four years.

The FAA’s radio altimeter (RA) upgrade mandate sets Dec. 30, 2030, as the deadline for commercial aircraft and will give other affected operations, including Part 135, until Oct. 31, 2034.

Airbus opens UK helicopter academy as police expand H135 fleet under modernization and workforce development initiatives.

Archer unveils hybrid autonomous VTOL programs targeting defense and civil markets, leveraging Midnight technology and Anduril partnership.

Jet Aviation opens a new FBO at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport, expanding its U.S. network with a state-of-the-art facility and global connections.

Odys partners with ST Engineering to develop hybrid eVTOL cargo drones, expanding range and capabilities for uncrewed aircraft and logistics solutions.

Honeywell Aerospace is to lead a European project to enable operations by piloted electric air taxis and remotely piloted cargo aircraft in the region’s airspace.

Heart Aerospace receives FAA approval to begin flight tests of its X1 electric demonstrator, paving the way for hybrid-electric regional airliner development.

Beta’s MV250 military eVTOL launch accelerates civilian certification efforts, leveraging military testing and autonomy tech for strategic growth.

The UK’s Department for Transport has unveiled funding for eight projects to demo the viability of zero-emission flights using electric and hydrogen power.

Skyla unveils full-scale V30 eVTOL mockup at Shanghai Expo, signs presale agreements and secures funding to advance development of its aircraft.

MagniX opens preorders for its MagniAIR electric propulsion system, targeting experimental aircraft and flight training with deliveries by 2027.

Textron’s Beechcraft Denali nears certification with advanced features like GE Catalyst engine and Garmin Autoland, aiming for service entry in 2027.

France plans to deploy an Airbus A400M for experimental aerial firefighting missions as wildfires intensify nationwide.

Dassault Aviation has seen orders for its Falcon business jets increasing sharply in the first half, amounting to 23, CEO Eric Trappier says.

Sikorsky has completed initial ground and flight testing of a larger version of its Nomad rotor-blown-wing, VTOL uncrewed aircraft system.

UK CAA advances hydrogen aviation through demonstration projects and targets initial commercial operations by 2035.