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Ampaire Runs Hybrid-Electric Propulsion System on 100 Percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Dimensional Energy produces its ASTM D7566 fuel using electricity and carbon.
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Regulations and Government

New Fuel Efficiency Certification Rules Apply to Bizav

The U.S. rules apply to new type certificates and modified airplanes
New FAA Part 38 rules
Maintenance and Modifications

ST Engineering Reaping Benefits of AI

Company makes use of proprietary algorithms for maintenance among other activities
ST Engineering
FutureFlight

Joby Completes Third of Five Stages for FAA Type Certification of Its eVTOL Aircraft

The manufacturer expects to finish the process this year and be ready to launch commercial operations with the four-passenger vehicle in 2025.
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Training and Workforce

AINsight: The Bucket List for Professional Pilots

Trying out new ways to fly is a sure way to recharge a pilot's batteries
Bucket List
FutureFlight

Merlin Gets Approval To Start Freight Operations in New Zealand

The autonomous flight technology group has established a base at Kerikeri near the top of New Zealand’s North Island.
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FutureFlight

Houston Suburb Sugar Land Prepares for Autonomous eVTOL Air Taxi Services

Texas lawmakers recently passed legislation to encourage public-private partnerships to further technology transportation initiatives.
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Rotorcraft

LCI Orders 21 New Leonardo Helicopters

The deal includes AW139, AW169, and AW189 models
LCI helicopter fleet
Aircraft

'Propel' Highlights Singapore’s Thriving Aerospace Ecosystem

Commemorative book explains the history of Singapore’s aerospace industry
Propel launch
Maintenance and Modifications

StandardAero Gains CAAC Nod for RB211-535 Support

Chinese operators collectively operate 70 Boeing 757s, representing about 20 percent of the in-service RB211-535 fleet.
Rolls-Royce RB211-535 engine
Safety

Transport Canada Reissues Shoulder Harness Exemption

Pilots can fly without wearing shoulder harnesses above 10,000 feet
pilots shot
Airports

Clark Airport Offers Space and Skills to Aviation Tenants

Real estate group Berthaphil is seeking to draw new companies to Clark Freeport
Philippine Aviation Pavilion
Aircraft

Airbus Forges Ahead With Sustainability Goals

European airframer is breaking ground and forging new sustainability partnerships
Airbus hydrogen power
Avionics

Nearly Two-thirds of Comments Support 25-hour CVR Proposal

The longer recording time would help investigators learn more about accidents
The HCR-25 25-hour cockpit voice and flight data recorder
Aircraft

Saab Eyes Southeast Asia for Gripen Multirole Fighter Sales

Saab has Thailand and the Philippines in its sights
Saab Grippen
FutureFlight On The Radar

EASA Proposes Means of Compliance and Guidance For VTOL-Capable Aircraft

The air safety agency is seeking to establish acceptable means of compliance requirements to support new eVTOL aircraft and drones using European public airspace.
Maintenance and Modifications

P&W Seeing MRO Benefits from Singapore Technology Accelerator

STA has spurred some 30 innovations to improve MRO processes
P&W and Singapore tech accelerator
Aircraft

Singapore Airshow Flying Display Team Aerobatic Highlights

Choreography in the air impresses the crowds at the Singapore Airshow
South Korean Black Eagles in formation
Aircraft

Airbus A330neo MOU Cements VietJet’s Long-haul Aspirations

Deal calls for first delivery of the widebodies in 2026
VietJet A330-900 signing
Engines

Chinese Leasing Group Orders More CFM Leap Engines

Singapore Airshow order relates to an earlier deal for Airbus A320neo airliners
CFM Rise engine
Aircraft

Wisk Progressing Toward First Flight of Gen 6 eVTOL Aircraft

Company will use Generation 6 for certification testing
Wisk's Generation 6 eVTOL aircraft
Training and Workforce

Embraer and CAE Add New E-Jet E2 Flight Simulator For Asia Pacific Airlines in Singapore

Low-cost carrier Scoot will be the first airline in the region to fly the E2.
Pilots flying Embraer E2 simulator
Fuel

Colorado Proposes Big New Tax on Leaded Avgas

State bill would impose a 50-cent-per-gallon 'impact fee'
Fueling airplane with aviation gasoline
Aircraft

GAMA: 2023 Aircraft Deliveries Up in All Segments

Industry deliveries passed 4,000 units for the first time in a decade
GAMA shipment press conference
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

MOU with The Hague Puts Singapore in Center of Aviation Mediation in Asia

Singapore will collaborate on the first specialized mediation framework for the aviation industry in Asia
The Hague CAA and the Singapore International Mediation Centre signing
Avionics

Firefighting Radio System Now Available in Latin America

First orders set to ship in six to eight weeks
A mockup of the new AEM radio.
Aircraft

Bombardier's Global 7500 Makes Singapore Airshow Debut

More than 150 Global 7500s are in service.
Bombardier Global 7500 at Singapore Airshow 2024
Aircraft

Lilium Orders 120 Chargers from Star Charge

Star Charge will power Lilium Jet eVTOL operations
Lilium jet
Aircraft

ST Engineering Lands First Customer for Airfish WIG Craft

A Turkish company intends to acquire 10 Airfish vehicles for tourist operations
ST Engineering's Airfish 3 is on display at the Singapore Airshow 2024
Rotorcraft

Maverick Helicopters Expands Air Tours into SoCal

The company will offer charter services and tours from Long Beach locations
Maverick