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2017 was “quite a challenge” says Airbus, as it continues to increase production rates and put pressure on rival Boeing.

New FBO will put Southend firmly on the map for FBO visitors, with 24 access.

Italian manufacturer plans to focus on the P.1HH and P.180 programs.

Worldwide group says local offices for charter sales, and central broker desk in Luton, has worked well.

Aircraft was reportedly taxiing to customs and immigration when crew bag was stolen. It later went to EAN Aviation’s FBO.

Contract to build CDG Falcon-spares center builds on existing relationship with Dassault.

Having announced at EBACE 2017 that it had signed a joint venture agreement in Malta, Swiss firm has now been granted an AOC by the Malta CAD.

First aircraft to be delivered to PlaneSense in the U.S. in January.

Automation is leading pilots to get less and less manual flying time, but this new tool allows them to self-review post-flight in confidence.

UK engine manufacturer says it now has enhanced service reach around the globe.

The Middle East will need 58,000 new pilots and 66,000 new skilled maintenance personnel to staff the region’s airlines between now and 2035.

UK engine manufacturer says it now has enhanced service reach around the globe.

Organizers of the Farnborough International Airshow say they are enhancing the show, the site and adding new content as its footprint grows.

Ten years after starting the M-register for private aircraft, the Isle of Man is under the spotlight after data from a law firm was leaked.

ProMaintenance is a turnkey package that considerably eases the maintenance management burden for operators.

Nextant is now on the cusp of FAA certification for the King Air G90XT, with EASA validation to follow.

While business aviation activity is increasing in China, AsBAA is focusing on Asia as a whole with various regional chapters being formed.

The worldwide operator says quality is the key to its services, with 72 owned aircraft with common branding.

Argus International is giving flight departments an opportunity to further improve in safety and other areas.

ProMaintenance is a turnkey package that considerably eases the maintenance management burden for operators.

Only an hour from Florida, the Cayman Islands represents a low-cost, low-bureaucracy base for international businesses.

Former Gulfstream chairman has joined the advisory board of Capital Aviation Group.

The Swiss company carries out completions at a facility in Indianapolis.

San Marino AOC will open up more possibilities for TAG Aviation Asia customers, beyond the company’s Hong Kong AOC.

Three hurricanes in September caused chaos, the first–Irma–devastating the small Caribbean island.

Satcom Direct has redefined the connectivity capabilities of business aircraft over the past 20 years.

In 2018 MEBAA will focus on a broader range of countries, such as Jordan and Tunisia.

Flexjet has extended its pilot flight training contract with CAE for a further six years.

Swiss manufacturer Pilatus is readying for its much-hyped twin jet to receive type certification by the end of December.

Two companies bring vast experience in airliner and business jet management with a focus on airliners leased by non-scheduled operators.