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YT YouTube 20:29Z

EyeLights HUD Glasses for General Aviation

So, I'm Roman Dufaux. I like co-founder and CEO. And we are here to introduce a new product, the first heads-up display glasses for general aviation. >> Thanks to SiriusXM Aviation for sponsoring this video. Click below…

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Business jet deals set to near quarter-trillion dollars over the next five years - AeroTime

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Europe Business Jet Market Size, Share,Trends, Growth Analysis Report, 2029 - MarketsandMarkets

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GN Google News 16:04Z

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.A) Gains Altitude as Business Jet Demand, Backlog Strength and Operational Progress Support Investor Confidence - kalkine.ca

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Business jet deals set to near quarter-trillion dollars over the next five years - AeroTime

Business jet deals set to near quarter-trillion dollars over the next five years AeroTime [truncated: Google News RSS provides only a snippet, not full article

YT YouTube 19:17Z

Kaman K-Max - This helicopter can lift more than it weighs!

What is pretty impressive is this aircraft that only weighs 5,300 [music] lb and it can pick more than it weighs. Uh this is a Kaman K-Max. Currently we're on a firefighting contract and so we deliver water or retardant…

YT YouTube 19:08Z

Rolls-Royce CorporateCare Enhanced: Protecting the Assets You Value Most

Protection begins by design. Because when performance [music] is critical, confidence comes from knowing what stands behind it. What you value, we protect. Corporate Care Enhanced, a billiondoll service network [music]…

YT YouTube 22:21Z

Amazon Suspends 21Air Operations

Fallout continues on the 767 crash in Miami yesterday, September 13th. Amazon wrote, "Safety has been our top priority whether in our own operation or when working with partners, i.e. contractors. After the tragic…

YT YouTube 15:00Z

The Real Reason Airliners CAN’T Have This!

Why don't commercial airliners have this proven life-saving system? What you're looking at here is a real video recording from the cockpit of a US Air Force F-16 with an unconscious pilot at the controls whilst the…

GN Google News 03:26Z

Latin-America Business Jet Market Size, Share,Trends, Growth Analysis Report, 2029 - MarketsandMarkets

Latin-America Business Jet Market Size, Share,Trends, Growth Analysis Report, 2029 MarketsandMarkets [truncated: Google News RSS provides only a snippet, not full article

FAA FAA 10:02Z

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers $1.1 Billion to Upgrade Airports, Including Equipping Runway Vehicles with Transmitters

--> Skip to main content USA Banner Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers $1.1 Billion to Upgrade Airports, Including Equipping Runway Vehicles with Transmitters WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation…

CJI Corporate Jet Investor 10:02Z

Ocean Aviation acquires FBO National Jets

National Jets was launched in 1947 in Durham, North Carolina. In 1960 the company was reincorporated in Florida and moved to Fort Lauderdale’s International Airport. Kennedy Lewis Investment Management-backed Ocean…

CJI Corporate Jet Investor 10:02Z

Growth set to continue says Global Jet Capital in latest market forecast

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SF Simple Flying 10:02Z

First Look: Etihad Airways' New First Class Set To Roll Out On A330neo Deliveries In 2027

Published Sep 14, 2026, 5:26 PM EDT Paul has had a career of 25+ years focused on the international technology sector, which has taken him to over 100 countries. Along the way, he developed a deep love for aviation,…

SF Simple Flying 10:02Z

American Airlines Is Plotting A Big Asia Comeback: Could LAX–Singapore Put It Back In The Transpacific Race?

Published Sep 14, 2026, 5:40 PM EDT Journalist – Aaron is an aviation and travel journalist with 14 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry. His background spans airport operations, aviation…

SF Simple Flying 10:02Z

The Airbus A318's Cleverest Feature Is Exactly Why Only 4 Remain Flying Today

Published Sep 14, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT Jack comes to Simple Flying with a lifelong interest in all things aviation. He holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Georgia Tech, and is a certified private and remote pilot.…

SF Simple Flying 10:02Z

Airbus Inks Major Deals With 2 Vietnamese Airlines For Up To 50 A320s, 5 A350s

Published Sep 14, 2026, 7:34 PM EDT Journalist – Aaron is an aviation and travel journalist with 14 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry. His background spans airport operations, aviation…

SF Simple Flying 10:02Z

Virgin Atlantic Accelerates A330-300 Retirements As SAS Takes On Its Oldest Widebodies

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The Top 5 Highest Paid US Navy Pilot Ranks & Their Average 2026 Salaries

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Condor A320 Misses Frankfurt Curfew By Seconds, Denied Landing At 875 Feet

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Aviation’s Greatest Engineering Breakthrough Of The Last Century

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SF Simple Flying 10:02Z

Private Zones & French Fine Dining: Air France Plans New Lounge At JFK's Terminal One

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LH Leeham News 10:02Z

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