EcoPulse paves the way for more sustainable aviation
EcoPulse, the distributed hybrid-electric propulsion aircraft demonstrator developed jointly by Daher, Safran and Airbus – has concluded its flight test campaign, delivering crucial insights to meet the decarbonization goals for air transport by 2050. This...
Comlux opens brand new Maintenance and Service Center in Dubai
On December 10th, Comlux marked the official opening of its state-of-the-art service and maintenance center at Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). The facility spans across 20,000 square meters and will provide light maintenance, hangarage, AOG services,...
Jet Aviation Dubai Appointed Authorized Satellite Service Center for Pilatus PC-24
Jet Aviation’s MRO facility at Dubai DXB has been appointed an authorized warranty and Crystal care service provider for the Pilatus PC-24 super- versatile Jet. The facility has been a Pilatus PC-12 Service Center since 2022. The agreement enables Jet Aviation to...
AMAC Aerospace partners with Airbus ACJ to extend its Service Centre Network
At MEBAA2024 In Dubai, AMAC Aerospace entered into a firm relationship with Airbus ACJ for their Service Center Network for AMAC’s Basel Headquarters in Switzerland. The company’s expertise in maintenance related activities and its sought-after completion services are...
Shirazi on Bonus depreciation
SmartJets President is optimistic about Reversal of Bonus Depreciation Phase-Out in Second Trump Administration. Bonus depreciation is a US tax incentive that allows businesses to deduct a percentage of the cost of an aircraft in the year it is purchased. 100% bonus...
Eve Air Mobility gets an additional $US 35 Million from BNDES Line to support eVTOL Development in 2025
Brazil’s National Development Bank (BNDES) is adding a US$35 million fund to Eve Air Mobility further solidifying its financial position for continued eVTOL development. This second-phase funding follows a US$92.5 million line of credit secured in 2022 for R&D and...
First outfitted Gulfstream G800 takes flight
The first outfitted G800 took flight on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and flew 1 hour and 41 minutes, reaching an altitude of 46,000 feet/14,021 meters and a top speed of Mach 0.91. The aircraft joins the two other test aircraft in the mature certification program. “The G800...
Change at the top, Hunt & Palmer plan for the future
After nearly 40 years at the head of the air charter brokerage which bears their name, Peter Hunt and Jeremy Palmer have announced a management transition. The succession plan will see existing senior managers Julie Black, Director of Group subsidiary Premier Aviation...
IBAC Holds Annual IS-BAO Standards Board Meeting
The International Business Aviation Council’s (IBAC) operational best-practices program, the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO), held its annual Standards Board meeting last month in Las Vegas prior to NBAA-BACE and welcomed two new board...
Opus Aero to showcase a BBJ-2 at MEBAA 2024
The Monaco-based brokerage firm will be showcasing a Boeing BBJ-2, Serial Number 35792 at the MEBAA Show 2024 in Dubai next 10-12 December. This BBJ-2 offers a bespoke 27-passenger interior with carefully curated details, including a private aft stateroom with an...
