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NetJets To Be Fleet Launch Customer for Global 8000 Jet

NetJets will start to build its Bombardier Global 8000 fleet with a firm order for four of the type valued at $312 million.

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November 29, 2022

Planet Nine Reaches 30-aircraft Milestone

Founded in 2018, on-demand charter provider Planet Nine has added the 30th aircraft—a Gulfstream GIV-SP—to its managed fleet.

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November 29, 2022

Dassault Eyes Growing Middle East Falcon Market

Dassault is again bringing its 8X to MEBAA this year as it sees a strong market in the region for its large-cabin models and prepares for future growth.

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November 29, 2022

On the Horizon: New Aircraft Feature Fresh Tech and Capabilities

Advanced aerodynamics, engines, and avionics power more performance.

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November 29, 2022

Videos

Saudi/Ukrainian Taqnia/Antonov AN-132 Transport Flies at Dubai Airshow 2017

Saudi/Ukrainian Taqnia/Antonov AN-132 Transport Flies at Dubai Airshow 2017

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November 20, 2017

China’s August 1st Ba Yi Aerobatics Team Performs Flying Display at Dubai Airshow

China’s August 1st Ba Yi Aerobatics Team Performs Flying Display at Dubai Airshow

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November 14, 2017

Sweden’s Saab JAS 39 Gripen Flies at Dubai Airshow 2017

Sweden’s Saab JAS 39 Gripen Flies at Dubai Airshow 2017

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November 14, 2017

Russian Knights Perform Aerobatics with Sukhoi Su-30SM Fighters at Dubai Airshow

Russian Knights Perform Aerobatics with Sukhoi Su-30SM Fighters at Dubai Airshow

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November 12, 2017

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Developers Keep Eyes on Supersonic, Hypersonic Prize

While the design of Aerion raised questions about the future of travel beyond Mach 1, several companies remain engaged in development

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November 29, 2022

New Generation of Bizav Steps Forward in Saudi Arabia

Charter demand has increased exponentially in the Kingdom and there are not enough aircraft in the market to meet demand.

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November 28, 2022

Pioneers Push to Accelerate Green and Autonomous Aviation

The race is on to electrify and increasingly automate aircraft, with the first commercial applications now anticipated in the second half of the 2020s.

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November 28, 2022

Bombardier Defense Accepts Major European Work Package

Bombardier Defense in Wichita will perform structural modifications to three Global 6000 business jets for delivery to the German armed forces.

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November 28, 2022

First F-16 Fighter Rolls Out at New Greenville Assembly Line

Production of the F-16 has moved to Lockheed Martin's new South Carolina location to free up capacity for F-35 assembly line at Fort Worth in Texas.

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November 26, 2022

DC Aviation Reports High Hangar Usage at Dubai Al Maktoum

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim reported high hangar occupancy levels at its Dubai Al Maktoum facility and expects operating conditions to further improve in 2023.

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November 25, 2022

Mixed Bizav Picture Emerges from Saudi Arabia

While one business aviation market participant expressed optimism about Saudi Arabia, another said the kingdom is not doing as well as it should.

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November 24, 2022

Wealth Coming Into Mideast Drives EAG's Air Charter Growth

A dearth of available aircraft has seen it turn away charter opportunities.

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November 23, 2022

New Market Entrants Help Drive Demand—RightJet

The company estimates the Middle East brokerage market has reached critical mass, with at least 30 competitors.

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November 22, 2022

New Market Entrants Help Drive Demand, Says RightJet

The company estimates the Middle East brokerage market has reached critical mass, with at least 30 competitors.

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November 22, 2022

FAA To Add Powered-lift Aircraft to Air Carrier Category

The FAA has issued a notice of proposed amendment to prepare the way for eVTOL air taxi services with commercial carriers including United Airlines.

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November 22, 2022

Action Aviation Maintains Momentum in 2022

High charter costs are driving high-end travelers into the arms of aircraft brokers.

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November 22, 2022

Spotlight on the Dassault Falcon 6X Cabin Interior

Spotlight on the Dassault Falcon 6X Cabin Interior

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November 22, 2022

Bizliner-centric AMAC Expands Services and Subsidiaries

Switzerland’s AMAC enhances its VIP airliner services and portfolio of complementary subsidiaries, as completion of the first ACJ350 proceeds.

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November 21, 2022

MEA Global Region with Second-Highest Purchase Price—Jetcraft

In the Middle East and Africa, the share of buyers aged under 45 accounts for 38.5 percent of the region’s overall aircraft transactions.

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November 21, 2022

Russia Rejects MH17 Guilty Verdict, Life Sentences

The Dutch government summons Russia’s ambassador after court sentences three suspects to life in prison for destroying Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17.

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November 18, 2022