PC-12 PRO Simulator Certified for Next-Generation Pilot Training
Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus Aircraft has reached a major milestone in pilot training with the certification of its new PC-12 PRO flight simulators, purpose-built to support the next evolution of
Global Air Cargo Demand Soars 11.2% in February 2026
Global air cargo markets maintained strong momentum in February 2026, with demand rising 11.2% year-on-year, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). International operations saw slightly
Air Mercy Service Marks 60 Years of Lifesaving Excellence
Celebrating six decades of life-saving service, the Air Mercy Service (AMS) has marked its 60th anniversary, reflecting on a legacy defined by innovation, compassion and an unwavering commitment to delivering
Starlite Aviation to Operate UH-60 Black Hawk Fleet Under Five-Year Framework Agreement
During Verticon 2026, Helicopter Alliance announced the signing of a five-year framework agreement with SAF Aerogroup covering the acquisition of ten UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The agreement marks a significant
Textron Aviation Leads Industry in Key Aircraft Delivery Segments
Textron Aviation once again led the general aviation sector in several major delivery categories according to the annual shipments and billings report released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. The
Flying with Your Bike: FlySafair’s Guide for the Cape Town Cycle Tour
With the Cape Town Cycle Tour set for 8 March, thousands of cyclists are gearing up to take part in one of the world’s most iconic cycling events. For many
Honeywell Expands IntuVue Radar for Ground-Based Weather Detection at Airports
Honeywell has announced the expansion of its IntuVue™ RDR-7000 3D weather radar technology to ground-based applications, bringing its proven airborne radar capabilities to general aviation (GA) airports. The system uses
Inside the Aviation Medical
By Dr Brandon Head MBBCh, DOH, MScSports Medicine, SDAME Since September 2017, the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has used the EMPIC system to streamline and digitise the aviation medical
GE Aerospace Completes Hybrid-Electric Turbofan Ground Test with NASA Support
GE Aerospace has successfully completed ground testing of a hybrid-electric turbofan engine system, a key milestone in bringing electric propulsion closer to mainstream commercial aviation. The tests, conducted at GE’s
Embraer Achieves Major Milestone with 2,000th Business Jet Delivery
Embraer has reached a landmark in its executive aviation journey, delivering its 2,000th business jet—a Praetor 500, the fastest and furthest-flying midsize jet in the world. The handover took place
How Tech Transformed General Aviation
General aviation has seen sweeping changes since 1992, driven by advances in technology, regulation, training, and aircraft design. Thirty years ago, most light aircraft featured analog “steam gauges,” paper charts,
Epic E1000 AX secures FAA certification
Epic Aircraft marked a major milestone on July 21 with the FAA certification of its latest single-engine turboprop, the E1000 AX, as deliveries began during the height of EAA AirVenture
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