Business Aviation

Beech Aircraft Corp. planned to increase the production of turboprop, jet and piston-powered aircraft in 1990, our reporter Edward H. Philips wrote in the Oct.16, 1989 issue of Aviation Week & Space Technology.
Business Aviation

By Molly McMillin
More than 100 Gulfstream customer pilots have earned their type rating for Gulfstream’s new G700 since the business jet earned FAA type certification March 29.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Bill Carey
The Socata-Mooney TBM 700 was the first pressurized turbine single.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Molly McMillin
Textron Aviation and sister company, Tru Simulation, have pulled out of exhibiting at the National Business Aviation Association Conference & Exhibition.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Patrick Veillette, Ph.D.
The mix of traffic safely coexists without a control tower when all pilots are following the recommended operations and communications procedures.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Jeremy Kariuki
AeroAsset released its 2024 Half-Year Report for preowned twin-engine helicopters, citing a five-year high for average trading prices (ATP).
Aircraft & Propulsion

The Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) is set to host its 10th MEBAA Show from December 10-12, 2024, in Dubai.
Business Aviation

By Molly McMillin
The impact of the strike by unionized workers at Textron Aviation, which delivers about 15 business jets a month, will depend on how long the action lasts.
Aircraft & Propulsion

Chris Hollingsworth to Regional Vice President-Central US of Jetcraft, NC; Sean O’Leary to Regional Vice President-East Coast US.

Business Aviation

Darren Pleasance to President and Chief Executive Officer of AOPA, Frederick, MD (effective 2025).

Business Aviation

By Bill Carey
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has named Cisco executive Darren Pleasance as its new president and CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Matthew Fulco
StandardAero announced the launch of its initial public offering (IPO) process on Sept. 23, seeking to raise $1.1 billion at a valuation of up to $7.5 billion.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Patrick Veillette, Ph.D.
Pilots should follow proper procedures when operating around hot-air balloons, gliders and helicopters.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Molly McMillin
Pipistrel has delivered the first Velis Electro two-seat flight trainer under an FAA airworthiness exemption, the company announced.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Graham Warwick
General Atomics AeroTec Systems has begun final assembly of the first wing for the Do228 NXT, four years after acquiring the program from Switzerland’s RUAG.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Thierry Dubois
French startup Hynaero, which was founded last year and aims to develop a new water bomber with greater performance, is reporting progress.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Chen Chuanren
China’s Hainan Island has published a three-year action plan to develop its low-altitude economy, including the establishment of eVTOL air routes.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Molly McMillin
Wheels Up lead investors will extend the lock-up restriction with shares of Wheels Up common stock issued under its investment agreements until Sept. 20, 2025.
Aircraft & Propulsion

Ionic Aviation has released its latest fleet analysis of business aircraft in the North Africa region showing Morocco is dominating the sector.
Business Aviation

IAM LOCAL 774 membership voted to reject contract offer from TEXTRON AVIATION; parties will continue to negotiate.

Business Aviation

WHEELS UP secured 1-year extension to lock-up restriction from its lead investors DELTA AIR LINES, CK WHEELS and COX INVESTMENT HOLDINGS with respect to all of their shares of stock to continue to execute company's strategic plan.

Business Aviation

By Jeremy Kariuki
ExecuJet has expanded its European FBO network through the opening of its newest FBO at Malta International Airport (LMML).
Airports, FBOs & Suppliers

Nigeria’s population of more than 200 million people and its vast land mass of over 900,000 square kilometres constitute a huge investment opportunity for the use of helicopters and the services that helicopters offer. However, the market is still largely unexplored as the business yearns for more investment.
Aerospace

Global Aviation industry leaders gathered in South Africa to exchange ideas on key opportunities in African Aviation during Aviation Africa Summit and Exhibition 2024.
Aerospace

By Patrick Veillette, Ph.D.
The mix of traffic safely coexists at an uncontrolled airport when all pilots are following the recommended operations and communications procedures.
Safety, Ops & Regulation