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Russia’s First MALE UAV Is Revealed

The Predator-like Orion MALE UAV faces an uncertain future, as its maker struggles for funding.

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August 15, 2017

Bombardier Ships First CL350 for Argentinian Customer

The 350 is an upgraded Challenger 300 with a new wing, more powerful Honeywell HTF7350 engines, larger windows and redesigned interior.

Aircraft

August 15, 2017

Kodiak Focuses on Key Markets

Kodiak Aircraft do Brasil became the local sales representative for the single-engine Kodiak in April, and is securing interest from many operators.

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August 15, 2017

MAX 7 Could Be Leading BBJ Model

Boeing Buisness Jets has sold 250 airliner-derived aircraft into the VIP/corporate market, and hopes its new BBJ MAX 7 will build on the company's success

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August 15, 2017

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Cessna's Denali Is On its Way

Textron expects to fly its Cessna Denali prototype next year, an aircraft that marries 21st century aircraft design technology with an all-new powerplant

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August 15, 2017

Diamond Dealer Notches Up Seven DA62 Sales

Diamond's exclusive agent in Brazil is selling its new piston twin, and promoting its strengths in modifying aircraft for special missions.

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August 15, 2017

Brazil Approves API's Falcon 900 Blended Winglets

Aviation Partners, Inc. has specilized in the design of advanced winglets to reduce drag and increase range

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August 15, 2017

1H17 Bizjet Shipments Rise, Turboprops Cool Down

Piston, turboprop and business jet deliveries in the second quarter edged up 2.6 percent, while billings suffered a 1.2. percent decline.

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August 15, 2017

Pilatus Sales Buck Trend in Latin America

Swiss manufacturer's agent for the Latin American region, Synerjet, has achieved considerable success with the PC-12 and PC-24.

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August 15, 2017

HondaJet Gets Brazlian Nod

In 2015, Honda Aircraft appointed Lider Aviacão as its exclusive dealer to provide sales, service and support for customers in Brazil.

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August 15, 2017

Embraer Headlines LABACE with Legacy 650E

Brazilian airframer Embraer is determined to make a splash at its home airshow as it celebrates its 48th anniversary later this week.

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August 14, 2017

Bombardier Lands First Learjet 75 Customer in Brazil

The Bombardier business jet fleet in Latin America currently includes more than 510 Learjets and some 175 Challengers and Globals.

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August 14, 2017

China Displays ‘Wild Weasel’ Fighter

A Chengdu J-10B was shown with with jammer, designator pods and anti-radiation missiles.

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August 14, 2017

Bombardier Sees Improvement in Local Market

The Canadian airframer has observed an uptick in business aviation activity and interest in some long dormant countries.

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August 12, 2017

Textron Emphasizing Execution Across Product Lines

Latin American market presence expanding for both fixed-wing, rotorcraft

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August 12, 2017

New Products Help Gulfstream Weather Demand Dip

Full-year deliveries expected to match last year’s total, executives say.

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August 12, 2017

Vulcanair Targets Brazil Market with P68R Twin

The twin-engine P68R has many uses for operations in Brazil, from flight training to efficient transport.

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August 12, 2017

Falcon 8X Fleet Grows To Four Aircraft in Brazil

Brazil and Mexico have been bright spots in the Latin American market.

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August 11, 2017

Study Projects Newer Cargo Conversions Accelerating in 2020

UK consultancy IBA says market value of new-generation aircraft will suit conversion starting around the turn of the decade.

Aircraft

August 10, 2017

Air Force: Light Attack Experiment a New Approach to Buying

The U.S. Air Force is currently evaluating three turboprops and a jet for a potential light attack aircraft requirement.

Aircraft

August 10, 2017