Aircraft

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

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Salient's Modular Approach Addresses Supply-chain Issues

Using certified software and hardware across different platforms can drive down costs

Aircraft

November 15, 2025

Algerian Flag Carrier Receives First A330-900 Aircraft

Air Algérie has ordered eight of the A330neo widebodies

Airlines

November 15, 2025

Two Falcon Jets on Dubai Airshow Display

Dassault showcasing largest business jet cabin and longest-range jet

Aircraft

November 15, 2025

Gamebird Prepares Emirates Cadets for Upset Recovery

Piston single two-seater was developed mainly for aerobatic flights

Training and Workforce

November 15, 2025

Videos

Blue Spirit Aero Makes Case for Dragonfly Family of Hydrogen-powered Aircraft

Hydrogen fuel cells, electric motors, and a blown-wing architecture make this a unique design.

Aircraft

September 2, 2025

Interview with Steve Varsano: Buying Your First Private Jet

If you fly often enough, it could make financial sense to purchase your own aircraft.

Aircraft

August 14, 2025

Textron Aviation's King Air Aircraft Supports Multiple Special Missions

Customers can customize the aircraft to accept all kinds of specialized equipment.

Aircraft

July 31, 2025

Elixir Aircraft Offers a New Approach to Flight Training with High Tech Carbon Fiber Airframe

Sailing-inspired technology supports a new way to build training aircraft.

Aircraft

July 22, 2025

More Articles

Global South Trade Growth Drives Cargo Carrier SolitAir

UAE-based operator is growing its fleet of Boeing 737-800 freighters

Airlines

November 15, 2025

Junkers Offers Modern Take on Classic Light Aircraft

A50 and A60 models feature iconic corrugated aluminum fuselages

Aircraft

November 15, 2025

Saudi Regulator To Accept FAA Approval for Joby’s eVTOL

Joby has also flown a hybrid, autonomous version of the aircraft

Regulations and Government

November 15, 2025

Gulf States' Airpower Capabilities Are Still Evolving

Regional air forces mature as modernization programs bear fruit

Aircraft

November 15, 2025

Boeing Is Ramping Up 787 Dreamliner Production

Charleston expansion project could double 787 production capacity

Aircraft

November 14, 2025

Evaluating Next Generation Airliner Contenders: Part 2

Today, LNA provides assessments of eight more possible new commercial airliners

Aircraft

November 14, 2025

Middle East Airlines’ Orders Set To Double Fleet Size

Will the Gulf carriers' ambitious fleet expansion outrun demand?

Airlines

November 14, 2025

Vertical Claims Lead with eVTOL Flight Tests and Payload

Piloted transition flights with full-scale prototype are now underway

Aircraft

November 13, 2025

Global Combat Air Program Builds Momentum

The Anglo-Italian-Japanese sixth-generation fighter program is making strides toward its service entry target for 2035.

Aircraft

November 13, 2025

Empire Builds Dubai HQ to Meet Growing Private Jet Demand

Managed fleet now includes 25 business aircraft, of which one third can be chartered

Charter & Fractional

November 12, 2025

UAE Fighter Deal Leads Rafale’s Global Resurgence

Landmark 80-aircraft order leads wave of international interest for the French fighter

Aircraft

November 12, 2025

Flying Privately: Outfitting an Airliner as a Business Jet

Completions companies like AMAC Aerospace work with customers to create custom interiors and paint schemes for the largest business jets.

Cabin Interior and Electronics

November 11, 2025

Jetcraft Launches Special Missions Aircraft Trading Team

Business aircraft sales broker to focus on government and special missions clients

Aircraft

November 11, 2025

ZeroAvia and Hybrid Air Vehicles Study Hydrogen-Electric Airship

Airlander could be first non-fixed-wing integration of ZA600 propulsion system

Engines

November 11, 2025

AAMG Backs Zuri’s Plans for Hybrid-electric VTOL Aircraft

European investment group invests in Czech start-up and promises orders

Finance, Taxes, Insurance

November 11, 2025

UAE Positions Itself as Global Testbed for eVTOL Operations

Developers of eVTOL aircraft are vying for attention at the Dubai Airshow

Aircraft

November 11, 2025