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Vertical Unveils Redesigned Valo eVTOL Aircraft in London

Updated Valo model features design changes from the VX4 prototype
Vertical Aerospace
Rotorcraft

Robinson, Lake Fusion Team on Obstacle Detection System

Lidar-based system can improve safety in visibility-challenged environments
Robinson R66 helicopter
Charter & Fractional

Baker Aviation Buys 20 Challenger 300s from Flexjet

Wholesale charter provider is adding the super-midsize jets to its fleet of Citation Xs
Challenger 300 business jet
Airports

Bizav To See More Customs Flexibility at Vancouver

Customs is available at all three FBOs at Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport approach
Security

India Issues Addendum to GNSS Spoofing Reporting SOP

DGCA clarifies pilot steps for reporting, immediate notification requirements
GPSwise and SkAI Data Services
Charter & Fractional

XO Unveils Corporate Tier for Business Travel

Multi-user accounts offer simultaneous flight capability
XO said the membership is suited to corporations, consulting firms, and investment groups that require frequent, flexible, private transport.
Charter & Fractional

FL3XX Bizav Management Platform Processes $1B in 18 Months

Platform activity shows rising digitalization momentum, according to company
Aviation software provider FL3XX said its aviation management platform has processed more than $1 billion in operator revenue over the past 18 months
Safety

Vision System Helps Airport Emergency Responders

Fusion Vision System uses augmented reality thermal imaging
Longan Vision
Airports

Biggin Hill Airport Completes Runway Improvement Works

Eight-figure investment intended to make bizjet arrivals easier to plan
London Biggin Hill Airport
Aircraft

Beyond Aero Releases Plans for Hydrogen Bizjet Factory

Start-up is considering production sites and other parts of Europe
Beyond Aero business jet factory
Accidents

PC-12 Landed on Sea Ice after May 2024 Engine Failure

No injuries among three occupants; TSB found midspan tensile fractures in turbine blades
The aircraft landed on its belly on the sea ice, which was covered in a layer of snow
Aircraft

Boeing Absorbs Spirit with Airbus Taking Some Parts

Aerostructures and components group has been split between rival airframers
Spirit AeroSystems
Aircraft

Bombardier Delivers First Global 8000

The OEM’s new speedy flagship was first announced in 2022
Bombardier Global 8000 first delivery
Regulations and Government

Non-Halon Fire Extinguishers for Learjets Get Euro Nods

EASA and CAA sign off on Halotron BrX STC
Halotron fire extinguisher
ATC

FAA Awards ATC Upgrade Integration Contract to Peraton

Peraton, formerly part of Harris Corp., will be responsible for steering the massive ATC modernization effort
Controllers work inside a control tower
Sustainability and Environment

Avfuel Boosts SAF Supplies at Austin Airport

Million Air takes first SAF delivery in Austin
Million Air Austin with refueler
Maintenance and Modifications

Ontic Opens MRO Center of Excellence in Florida

Consolidates company’s maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities in the U.S.
Ontic opening
Aircraft

Gulfstream’s G300 Takes to the Sky

The super-midsize jet was first announced in September
Gulfstream G300 makes its first flight
Aircraft

U.S. AAM Advocates Call for More Regulatory Clarity

House of Representatives aviation subcommittee addressed new sector's needs
Beta Technologies Alia CX300 in Toronto
Aircraft

Jekta Prepares to Fly Second Sub-Scale Electric Seaplane

Swiss start-up has published a photo of its latest 1:9 scale demonstrator
Jekta sub-scale mode of amphibious aircraft
Aircraft

Chinese Start-up Offers Ultralight Personal eVTOL Aircraft

Yivtol was one of several eVTOL aircraft developers at the Aero Asia show
Yivtol S-Zero ultralight eVTOL
Aircraft

Aero Asia Show Highlights Advanced Air Mobility Ambitions

eVTOL aircraft pioneers were prominent at the show in Zhuhai
Aero Asia eVTOL aircraft
Regulations and Government

Bay Area Parks Air Tour Agreement Opens for Comment

FAA and NPS propose new rules for Bay Area sightseeing flights
Proposed Voluntary Agreement: Golden Gate National Recreation Area, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Point Reyes National Seashore, and Muir Woods National Monument
Maintenance and Modifications

AINsight: Reducing the Mx Burden Could Help Aviation

The more work required on an aircraft, the more mechanics are needed
Dassault Falcon technicians
Accidents

NTSB Reviews Cargo in Fatal Florida King Air Crash

Cargo-laden King Air B100 Entered Rapid Descent before Fatal Impact
KAMX WSR-88D 0.44 base reflectivity image with flight track overlaid in purple. A band of echoes from 5 to 20 dBZ extends over the flight track.
Aircraft

Argus: Bizav Flight Activity Marks Another Best in November

North America marked its strongest monthly gain in more than a decade
Textron Aviation Cessna Citation Latitude
Aircraft

Wings Leasing Offers New Diamonds to Flight Schools

Program helps training companies add the latest technology to their fleets
Diamond DA42-VI airplane
Maintenance and Modifications

Bombardier’s UAE Service Center Taking Shape

Slated to open in second half of 2026
Executives from Abu Dhabi Airports join Bombardier leadership at site of the company’s  Abu Dhabi service centre
FBOs

Universal Aviation Unveils Renovated Caribbean FBO

Represents Universal’s third FBO on the island
Universal Aviation's FBO in Samana, Dominican Republic