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Gulfstream Deliveries Lag, but Sales and Service Shine

Revenues and earnings at General Dynamics’ aerospace unit climbed in the first quarter as higher service income more than offset fewer aircraft deliveries.

Diamond Signs with Safran for Electric DA40 Propulsion

The electric version of Diamond's DA40 training airplane will be powered by Safran's EngineUs motor with an integrated motor controller.

Flight Design Plans Hydrogen Flight Tests in 2023

Flight Design aims to begin flight tests of its hydrogen-powered Hyfly research airplane in 2023.

Airbus, ITA Airways To Partner on eVTOL Work in Italy

An agreement between Airbus and ITA calls for recruiting partners to participate in the launch of the CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL operations in Italy.

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Junkers JU-52 Returning to the Skies

The venerable and popular Junkers JU-52 is getting a new lease on life with an updated version planned for entry into service in 2026.

Russia Ditches MC-21-300 To Focus on Indigenous Version

Sanctions imposed by the West have forced Russian industry to scrap plans for the Pratt & Whitney-powered MC-21-300.

Airbus Adds Angola to C295 Customer List

The Republic of Angola has placed an order with Airbus for three C295s, two of which will be outfitted for maritime surveillance operations.

Russia Relaunches Series Production of Tupolev Tu-214

Russia’s Kazan Aviation Production Association plans to start shipping new Tu-214 narrow-bodies in 2024.

Electric Aircraft Seek to be Part of Business Aviation's Future

Several companies developing electric and hybrid-electric eVTOL and eSTOL aircraft are exhibiting at the 2022 EBACE show in Geneva.

Cape Air, Eviation Sign LOI Covering 75 Alice Electric Aircraft

Massachusetts-based Cape Air sees a business case for electric aircraft service to “a panoply” of communities.

Textron Completes Pipistrel Acquisition

Pipistrel becomes part of Textron's new eAviation division.

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Gulfstream Delivers First Dallas-completed G600

Gulfstream Aerospace has delivered the first Gulfstream G600 to be outfitted at its Dallas facility.

Romania Grounds MiG-21 LanceR Fighter Fleet

The upgraded MiGs were due to serve until 2024, but it is now considered unlikely that they will be returned to service.

China Eastern Returns Boeing 737-800s to Service

Almost a month after the crash of China Eastern Flight MU5735, Chinese authorities cleared the airline’s fleet for return to scheduled service.

NetJets Europe Marks Milestone Jet Delivery

NetJets is investing more than $2.3 billion in its global business jet fleet.

Autonomous Aircraft Could Carry Vital Supplies to War and Disaster Zones

Autonomous Aircraft Could Carry Vital Supplies to War and Disaster Zones

Bombardier's Challenger 3500 is Red Dot 'Best of Best'

Bombardier received the Red Dot recognition for its Challenger 3500 ahead of its planned market entry later this year.

Airbus, Kawasaki To Partner on Hydrogen Development

An MOU signed in Tokyo between Airbus and Kawasaki lays the groundwork to study elements of hydrogen adoption by the aviation industry.

Cirrus Aircraft Opens Sales Office in France

Cirrus Aircraft has opened Cirrus France, a dedicated regional sales office in the northern part of the country.

Pilatus Aircraft Set New Delivery Record in 2021

Pilatus Aircraft delivered 152 airplanes last year, setting a new production record for the Swiss company.

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