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Gulfstream Continues To Invest in G280

Gulfstream has launched an upgrade to the G280 and pledged its commitment to the 10-year-old super-midsize business jet.

Hermeus Secures $100 Million for Hypersonic Development

Hermeus's latest round of funding will be used to complete its Quarterhorse remotely piloted hypersonic vehicle.

CAE to Develop Simulators for Joby's eVTOL Aircraft

CAE will develop flight training equipment, including a full-flight simulator, for Joby's five-seat eVTOL aircraft that is due to enter service in 2024.

FlightSafety To Train Lilium eVTOL Pilots

FlightSafety International will provide mixed-reality training devices and training services for pilots who will be flying the Lilium Jet.

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Gulfstream Reveals New G500 and G600 Business Jets

Gulfstream Reveals New G500 and G600 Business Jets

October 15, 2014

Airbus A350 XWB Completes EASA Type Certification

Airbus A350 XWB Completes EASA Type Certification

September 30, 2014

New ATR Giugiaro Cabin Designs Boost Aircraft Passenger Comfort Standards

New ATR Giugiaro Cabin Designs Boost Aircraft Passenger Comfort Standards

September 30, 2014

Behind the Scenes in Airbus A380 and Boeing 787-9 Test Aircraft

Behind the Scenes in Airbus A380 and Boeing 787-9 Test Aircraft

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Jaunt's eVTOL Plans Boosted by LTTS Engineering Alliance

Jaunt, which is working to certify its five-seat Journey eVTOL aircraft by 2026, is establishing design and production facilities in Canada.

NetJets Set to Offer Fractional Shares in Lilium's eVTOL

The proposed partnership with NetJets marks a shift in business model for eVTOL aircraft developer Lilium, which is recruiting operating partners.

First flights in the past 50 years (March and April)

These aircraft took to the skies for the first time during March and April, from 1972 through 2021

Embraer Launches E-Jet Passenger-to-Freighter Conversions

The Brazilian manufacturer's new E-Jet E190F and E195F aircraft exploits new niche in passenger-to-freighter conversion market.

Lessors in Asymmetric Fight to Repossess Russian Aircraft

Under EU sanctions, lessors have until March 28 to repossess aircraft leased to Russian airlines.

Flashback: Cessna and Beech combine under umbrella of Textron Aviation

We look back at some memorable events and coverage from AIN's half-century-old archives.

Bombardier Joins Sanctions Against Russia

Bombardier has suspended all activities with its Russian customers following the country's war with Ukraine.

USAF Unveils $6.3bn F-16 Fighter Upgrade Program

A number of Air Force F-16 upgrade efforts have been launched and shelved, but now the PoBIT program is being implemented to extend the fleet’s life.

Dassault Recovers in 2021, but War Weighs on 2022 Growth

While 2021 was a recovery year for Dassault, it expects the Russia-Ukraine war and supply chain issues to cause headwinds this year.

IATA Opposes Bans on Parts Shipments to Russian Airlines

The International Air Transport Association cited safety as its “top priority” as it voiced opposition to bans on aircraft equipment to Russia.

Daher Eyes Record Year Ahead

Based upon current order trends, French airframer Daher believes 2022 could be a record year for the company.

Boeing Ends Parts Supply, Support for Russian Customers

Following the closure of its Moscow training center, Boeing cuts off virtually all support channels to Russian airlines.

Real-world Ops: Tamarack Winglets Boost CJ Performance

James Benham shows how Tamarack Aerospace's winglet mod enhances performance—and sustainability—of his CitationJet.

Cirrus Backlog Shows Growing Demand for Personal Aircraft

Increased demand fosters innovation and growth for Cirrus Aircraft as customers new to aviation enter the market in search of personal travel.

Dutch See Nine-seat Electric Aircraft in Service by 2026

A study commissioned by a Dutch agency examined cases in three Caribbean Islands as the basis for its projections on fully electric regional services.

Modesto Jet Adds Bigger Aircraft with FAA Approval

Modesto Jet receives FAA approval to manage and operate charter aircraft with 10 or more seats.

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