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Gulfstream G500 Logs Maiden Flight

The Gulfstream G500 took flight on May 18 at 10:39 a.m. local time, with test pilots Scott Martin and Kevin Claffy at the helm.

Boeing Business Jets confident as it studies Combi

Last year the company sold 13 aircraft, including four widebodies. This year it will deliver four 747s and a 787, or two.

Daher Reports Good Financials, Focuses on Aerostructures

The manufacturer of the TBM 900 has dropped the Socata name and enjoying good financial performance supported by aerostructures work.

India Approves Airbus-Tata Bid To Supply 56 C-295s

The twin-turboprop military transport will be manufactured in India but not by state-owned HAL.

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Global 5000/6000 Output Cut To Affect 1,750 Workers

Aviation analyst Rollie Vincent predicts Global 5000 and 6000 production will drop from the current 80 per year to about 55 next year.

AirTanker Explores Alternative Leases for Refueling Fleet

Provider of tankers to UK Royal Air Force has placed only one A330 with an airline to date.

UAC Starts China Leasing Group To Boost Superjet Sales

A Russian-Chinese joint venture leasing group aims to take on Superjet's Chinese rival, the ARJ-21, in its domestic market.

Textron Aviation Joint Conference Marks Next Integration Step

More than 500 turned out for Wichita customer conference for Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker aircraft

New Heavy Helicopter Deal Symbolizes Closer Russia-China Ties

Ceremony to seal joint development is witnessed by presidents of both countries.

Pre-owned Biz Aircraft Market Slows in First Quarter

Market drop shows volatility, analyst says.

Argus: U.S. Bizav Flying Logs Solid Gain in April 2015

Activity climbed 2.8 percent over April 2014 and is projected to rise by a more modest 0.8 percent this month.

Bombardier, Pratt Ink Data Deal for CSeries

The airframer and engine maker are collaborating on a data-management service for the CSeries health-management system.

Boeing Confident About Commercial Airplane Outlook

Recent 787 order changes are 'normal fleet planning adjustments' that do not presage a cyclical change, CEO Jim McNerney says.

Embraer Moving All Phenom Assembly to U.S.

The company’s Melbourne, Fla. facility has the capacity to assemble up to 96 Phenoms per year, just above the 92 delivered by Embraer last year.

Pilatus Jets into the Future with PC-24 First Flight

Early performance data indicates that the jet had a takeoff roll of less than 2,000 feet (600 meters) and climbed to 10,000 feet in three minutes or so.

GAMA: Bizjet Deliveries Start the Year on a Down Note

Deliveries of general aviation jets, turboprops and pistons declined overall by 15.2 percent year-over-year.

Antonov Flies New Airlifter; Seeks Civil and Military Orders

Manufacturer of the An-178 eyeing Middle East and Asian potential as an An-12 replacement.

Dassault Aviation’s Falcon 8X First Flight

Dassault Aviation’s Falcon 8X First Flight

AIN Meetings Bring the Business Aviation Industry Together - AIN Publications

AIN Meetings Bring the Business Aviation Industry Together - AIN Publications

NARA Adds 'Find an Aircraft' Listing to Website

NARA chairman calls new feature a big step for the future of the organization.

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