Africa’s First Aeronautics University Set to Transform Aviation Training
by Candice Nolan Africa is taking a major step toward aviation self-sufficiency with the launch of the Ibrahim Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM), the continent’s first dedicated aeronautics
ATR 72-600 ETOPS 120 Certification Renewed: Boosting Regional Connectivity
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has renewed the ETOPS 120 certification for the ATR 72-600 for another two years, reaffirming ATR’s commitment to safe, efficient, and flexible regional
Cessna Citation Latitude Expands Reach with First Order in Argentina
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced the first order of its best-selling Cessna Citation Latitude in Argentina. The aircraft was ordered by longtime Citation customer, Jet Clipper
France Orders Five New Falcon 2000 Albatros Aircraft
On 26 September 2025, the French Defence Procurement and Technology Agency (DGA) placed an order with Dassault Aviation for five Falcon 2000 Albatros aircraft as part of the Maritime Surveillance
Why cockpit doors stay open during boarding
Pilots often keep the cockpit door open during boarding to coordinate final details with crew and ground teams. This includes passenger counts, fuel status, weather updates and last-minute paperwork needed
Sikorsky Mourns Passing of Sergei I. Sikorsky, 1925–2025
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has announced the passing of Sergei I. Sikorsky on 18 September at the age of 100. The company extended its condolences to his wife Elena,
Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First Rolls-Royce Powered Airbus A330neo
Air Côte d’Ivoire has officially welcomed its first widebody aircraft, a Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-powered Airbus A330neo marking a major milestone for the airline and West African aviation. The delivery flight
National Championship Air Races Celebrate First Laps in Roswell During Opening Day
The opening day of the first-ever National Championship Air Races in Roswell took off on Wednesday 10th September with a ribbon cutting ceremony and the first qualifying laps for five
Textron Aviation Expands ProAdvantage Portfolio with Launch of ProParts+ for Cessna Citation 525 Series
A Textron Inc. company, has announced the launch of ProParts+, a new addition to its industry-leading ProAdvantage support programs, designed specifically for Cessna Citation 525 series operators. Building on the
Cirrus SR Series G7+ Earns Transport Canada Validation for Safe Return™ Emergency Autoland
Cirrus Aircraft has announced that the SR Series G7+ has received Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) validation for Garmin’s Safe Return™ Emergency Autoland system. The approval confirms that the system
Sikorsky and CAL FIRE Partner on Autonomous Firefighting Technologies
In a significant step forward in the fight against wildfires, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) have announced a new
Boeing and WestJet Announce Airline’s largest-ever order for 67 aircraft
Calgary-based WestJet has placed its largest-ever order with Boeing, purchasing 60 737-10 jets with options for 25 more and seven 787-9 Dreamliners with options for four additional aircraft. The order
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