Business aviation weekly · 25 articles · updated May 10, 2026
Embraer's vice president of design operations demonstrates the new 4K smart window featured in the Praetor 600E business jet. The system utilizes 4K cameras to provide panoramic external views while enabling passengers…
Starlink's announcement of a new pricing structure prompted the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) to warn that general aviation pilots may be forced to cancel their subscriptions due to rate increases. AOPA…
Robinson Helicopter Company will equip future helicopters and a portion of its existing fleet with Crewchief Systems digital aircraft management software to modernize maintenance tracking and operational data. The…
A private owner in Brazil has installed Gogo's Galileo satellite communications system on a Bombardier Global 6000, making it the first aircraft in the country to achieve multi-orbit connectivity. The aircraft uses…
Dimor Group announced on April 30 the closure of Waco Aircraft Corp.'s manufacturing and maintenance operations at Battle Creek Executive Airport in Michigan, eliminating 60 jobs. The manufacturer of retro classic…
Air Charter Scotland began operating a public service obligation (PSO) route between Aberdeen and Wick airports in January 2026 using a Jetstream 32 aircraft. This marked the first time a business-aviation entity has…
Boni Caldeira has served as Cirrus Aircraft's vice president of international sales since 2007 and developed a passion for aviation early in life, though he did not begin flying until after college. The article features…
Unither Bioelectronics successfully completed a test flight of a Robinson R44 helicopter modified with a hydrogen-electric fuel cell system at Bromont Airport in Quebec. The demonstrator produces only water vapor as…
Textron Aviation produces the Cessna Citation CJ4 twin-engine business jet, a commercial designation of the Model 525C that first flew in 2008 and entered service in 2010. The company released the Gen2 variant in 2021…
The Twin Otter Classic 300-G and Series 400 can be equipped with various landing gear types including floats, amphibious floats, skis, and wheels, performing cargo, medevac, VIP transport, and special mission…
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Global 8000 share a maximum operating altitude of 51,000 feet, though initial cruise altitude at maximum takeoff weight is limited to 43,000 feet for both airframes. The Global 8000 offers…
The Leonardo AW169 helicopter offers a maximum passenger capacity of 11, including seats in both the cabin and cockpit, with cabin layouts customizable for specific operational needs. Agusta VIP configurations range…
Aircraft Overview: Beechcraft King Air B200GT, 250 & 260 Credit: Nigel Prevett/Aviation Week Credit: Nigel Prevett/Aviation Week The Beechcraft King Air B200GT, 250 and 260 are commercial designations of Textron…
The H135 is a light, twin-engine helicopter produced by Airbus Helicopters capable of performing corporate transport, emergency medical services, offshore operations, and law enforcement missions. At the 2025 Verticon…
Textron announced plans to separate from its industrial businesses to become a pure-play aerospace and defense company anchored by Textron Aviation, Bell, and Textron Systems, with the split targeted for completion…
Organizers of the Business Aviation Asia Forum & Expo expect the March 2027 edition in Singapore to be approximately 50% larger than the 2025 inaugural event, projecting more than 75 exhibitors and 3,000 visitors versus…
Textron Aviation opened a service facility at Essendon Fields Airport in Melbourne, Australia, to support Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft operators throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The facility more than…
NetJets received its first three Cessna Citation Ascend business jets, becoming the first fleet operator to take delivery and begin operations with the newly FAA-certified midsize aircraft. The delivery is part of a…
Jetex and iGA Istanbul Airport officially inaugurated the Jetex iGA Terminal on May 6, described as the world's largest VIP terminal for private and commercial airline travelers. The terminal features private suites…
The aviation industry's maintenance and training sector reported developments in workforce development, with partnerships like the Aviator Institute joining Airbus Flight Academy and Alaska Air Group strengthening its…
Aviation industry announcements from early 2026 highlighted advances in aircraft connectivity and interior technologies, with Gogo expanding 5G services, Embraer introducing smart windows and new seating designs, and…
May 08, 2026 The strike occurred at about 8:00 a.m. local time and was part of a large air attack from Ukraine. May 08, 2026 Editors examine Joby Aviation’s piloted New York City demos and Unither Bioelectronics’…
Advanced air mobility technologies reached new milestones in May 2026, with Unither Bioelectronics demonstrating hydrogen-electric Robinson R44 aircraft in Quebec and Joby Aviation conducting piloted urban air mobility…
The aviation industry witnessed significant advances in aircraft training, certification, and new model development during the first four months of 2026. Major manufacturers including Tecnam, Cirrus, Dassault, and…
Aviation industry news for spring 2026 covered expansion by major manufacturers and service providers, including Embraer's higher Q1 shipments, Textron Aviation opening a service facility in Australia, and Jetex…
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