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Improved Multirole Poseidon Aircraft Prepares for Service

The Increment 3 Block 2 upgrade for the P-8 greatly enhances its ASW, ASuW and ISR capabilities
Boeing's P-8 Poseidon
Regulations and Government

IBAC Opens Survey on Switching to True North

The process could reach a decision in 2028
Accidents

Error in Speed, Distance Caused 2023 HondaJet Excursion

Pilot and passengers escaped without injuries
HondaJet in relation to runway
Avionics

Cessna Owners Get Fourth Flight Data Provider Option

GE Aerospace’s C-FOQA service is now an option through Textron Aviation’s LinxUs data reporting ecosystem
Textron Aviation
Aircraft

Liebherr Highlights Aircraft Systems Innovation

Folding wingtips for Boeing 777X is one of several innovations on display at Paris Air Show
Liebherr Paris Air Show exhibit
Aircraft

European Defense Budget Rises Could Boost Air Power

Spending is set to accelerate in the coming years
Eurofighter Typhoons
Safety

AINsight: Don’t Turn a Blind Eye to Aircraft Laser Strikes

Laser strikes can cause temporary or permanent eye injury to pilots
FAA depiction of a laser strike on aircraft
Aircraft

Bizav Flying Rises in May Despite Economic Uncertainty

North America and Europe up modestly, while rest of world sees double-digit increase
Flexjet Gulfstream G650 in flight
ATC

DOT Meets with Stakeholders To Map Out Modernization

FAA has issued a request for information on potential modernization integrator
ATC Tower
Charter & Fractional

X-1 Jets Launches JetCard for Travel in Europe

Flexible summer flying for Americans Abroad
X-1 Jets
FBOs

Signature and UrbanV Team Up for Vertiport Development

Two companies will leverage their specific strengths to push AAM growth
Artist rendering of combined vertiport
Charter & Fractional

PlaneSense Adopts MINT TMS Platform

Digital system modernizes training oversight
PlaneSense
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Electric Aviation Sparks Innovation at Connectivity Specialist

TE Connectivity is showcasing how it is meeting the power management needs of new electric aircraft
TE Connectivity produces connectors for airliner passenger cabins
Engines

Rolls-Royce Launches Trent 1000 Durability Enhancements

Manufacturer says maintenance intervals could more than double
Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine
Aircraft

T-7A Red Hawk Jet Trainer on Track For Air Force Role

T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer is nearing the completion of its developmental test flying.
Boeing T-7A
Aircraft

JetZero‘s Blended-wing-body Airliner Passes Critical Design Review

The BWB concept could compete with the Boeing-Airbus duopoly
JetZero BWB
Engines

Immersion Cooling Could Deliver Lighter, Safer Batteries

Partnership will use AmpCool cooling fluid with DovePack battery systems for electric aircraft
Dovetail Electric Aviation's DovePack battery system
Regulations and Government

ALPA Applauds Advancement of Aviation Mental Health Act

Move is a ‘crucial step forward’ in improving aviation safety
Regulations and Government

FAA Sets Interim AI Policy for Agency  Personnel

Notice puts limits on how AI can be used at the FAA
FAA HQ
Charter & Fractional

MedAire and Execaire Reach Service Partnership

MedAire will provide remote medical and security assistance
Regulations and Government

Bizav Fees at Australia’s Sydney Airport Set to Soar

The fee increases will go into effect July 1
Bizjet on ExecuJet Sydney Ramp
Charter & Fractional

Luxaviation Reports Surge in Millennial Charter Clients

More than half of the charter operator’s customers are now in their 30s and 40s
Luxaviation Millennial charter customers
Regulations and Government

IATA Report Urges SAF Policy Changes

SAF output still not enough to meet needs
Air bp SAF refueler
Regulations and Government

Deadline Near for FAA Certificate Holders Outside U.S.

After July 7, pilots, mechanics, and other airmen will be subject to enforcement action
Pilot
FBOs

Tennessee FBO Operator Expands to New Territory

KSBY location will be company's third aviation ground services facility
Soon to be former Bay Land Aviation FBO at KSBY
Avionics

Garmin Unveils Next Avionics Suite: G5000 Prime

New avionics join G3000 Prime to serve transport-category market
Garmin G5000 Prime avionics
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Aviation Begins PW500 Overhauls in Nebraska

First engine will be tested in a test cell, then added to company’s rental pool
Duncan Aviation engine technician Teddy Tesfaye
Regulations and Government

FAA Nominee Bedford Calls for Focus First on ATC Upgrade

Commerce Committee questioned Bedford on safety, privatization, 1,500-hour rule, and spectrum
Republic Airways president Bryan Bedford
Maintenance and Modifications

Haven Aviation Adds Green Bay Facility to MRO Network

New base expands service to Upper Midwest-based customers
Haven MRO Green Bay, Wisconsin
Aircraft

Canadian Bizav Market Growing amid Emerging Uncertainties

U.S. tariffs and Canadian luxury tax bring challenges