The Weekly of Business Aviation

By Chen Chuanren
Volocopter will be re-evaluating its plans to introduce advanced air mobility (AAM) services here after it failed to secure local “cost-sharing partners.”
Advanced Air Mobility

By Sean Broderick
The FAA now plans to issue a draft rule codifying new requirements for manufacturers to disclose safety-critical information during certification in 2024.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Molly McMillin
Shipments of business jets, turboprops and piston aircraft rose in all categories during the third quarter (Q3) of 2023.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
Germany’s Pegasus sigint system has passed a milestone critical design review ahead of installation and integration onto three Bombardier Global 6000 bizjets.
Sensors & Electronic Warfare

By Molly McMillin
Gulfstream Aerospace became the first to complete a transatlantic flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Airports, FBOs & Suppliers

By Chen Chuanren
The unnamed tandem flying-wing UAS was unveiled at the China Hi-Tech Fair, where it was flying with four electric-powered motors, two on each wing.
Emerging Technologies

By Jeremy Kariuki
Big Island Jet Center, a Hawaii-based aviation service provider, is set to open its newest fixed base operation in Kailua-Kona with plans to open Dec. 14.
Airports, FBOs & Suppliers

By Jeremy Kariuki
The 84,000 ft² hangar complex at Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2024.
Airports, FBOs & Suppliers

By Sean Broderick
The agency is looking at several options, including using new virtual towers that depict real-world airport environments, to help improve training quality.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Ben Goldstein
Joby Aviation has received a $9.8 million grant from the state of California’s CalCompetes initiative.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Ben Goldstein
Electric aircraft developer Beta Technologies has been awarded a $169 million export promotional loan from the U.S. Export-Import Bank.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Keith Mwanalushi
VSE Aviation has announced six new aftermarket distribution agreements valued at around $750 million.
MRO

By Lee Ann Shay
Bombardier renewed its commitment to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) or book-and-claim for its flight operations in 2024.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Ben Goldstein
The partnerships are aimed at building out an AAM network that would connect passengers from DFW to a vertiport at Arlington Municipal Airport.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Ben Goldstein
Archer Aviation has signed an agreement to deliver up to 100 Midnight air taxis to Dubai-based heliport operator Air Chateau.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
Elroy Air has conducted the first flight of its Chaparral C1 uncrewed cargo aircraft.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
Aurora’s concept is a stealthy transport-style flying-wing design with moderate sweep and embedded engines powering four lift fans via mechanical drives.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Jeremy Kariuki
F/List, an Austria-based luxury interior provider, opened its newest facility in Davie, Florida—its fourth location in North America.
Airports, FBOs & Suppliers

By Molly McMillin
Wheels Up’s new CEO George Mattson, who assumed the position in mid-September, is in charge of a comprehensive turnaround plan.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Graham Warwick
French startup VoltAero has unveiled a universal mobile charger for its hybrid-electric Cassio 330 and other electric aircraft.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Sean Broderick
Improving U.S. National Airspace System (NAS) safety and efficiency requires short- and long-term commitments in four broad areas.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Graham Warwick
Spanish/Australian company Dovetail is developing a battery-electric propulsion retrofit for the Cessna Caravan.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
Chinese startup AutoFlight has flown a prototype of a firefighting version of its CarryAll electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing uncrewed cargo aircraft.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
European cargo drone airline Dronamics has signed an agreement with Dubai-based package carrier Aramex to enable same-day and middle-mile deliveries in the UAE.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Ben Goldstein
German startup flyVbird is aiming to launch initial services in 2025 using four Tecnam P2012s, with six launch airports identified in Germany and Southern Scandinavia.
Advanced Air Mobility