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Escalating ransomware and phishing threats demand reinforced cyber defences for aviation
Escalating ransomware and phishing threats demand reinforced cyber defences for aviation

Over six in ten (61%) civil aviation cyber decision makers have admitted to being on the receiving end of a ransomware attack in the past 12 months. This is according to the latest research by Bridewell, which has surveyed 521 staff responsible for cyber security at UK critical national infrastructure (CNI) organisations, encompassing civil aviation, energy, transport, finance and central government.

Olympics draws in record bizjet arrivals to Paris airports
Olympics draws in record bizjet arrivals to Paris airports

As predicted, the Olympics venues have attracted business jet arrivals from all over the world as dignitaries, heads of corporations and celebrities flocked to the opening ceremony and sporting events. The Olympics appears to be very popular with US visitors, many coming via the UK. The Olympics bounce is helping the market recover from a relatively weak H124, with year-to-date trends now flat compared to last year.

Textron Aviation expands service offerings to include Cessna Citation 560XL series landing gear repair process
Textron Aviation expands service offerings to include Cessna Citation 560XL series landing gear repair process

Textron Aviation announced the expansion of its service offerings to include a new standard repair process for Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft main landing gear (MLG). The new solution, developed in collaboration with the company’s affiliate, Able Aerospace Services, allows for significant MLG repairs without a full replacement – providing an additional timely and cost-effective part option for customers.

EASA updates Innovative Air Mobility Hub with third release
EASA updates Innovative Air Mobility Hub with third release

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the third release of its digital space for the exchange of information on air taxis and drones with a focus on sustainability and geographical information.

Textron Aviation and Gama Aviation (UK) Limited ink an aircraft deal for three Beechcraft King Air 360C to provide life-saving air ambulance service in Scotland
Textron Aviation and Gama Aviation (UK) Limited ink an aircraft deal for three Beechcraft King Air 360C to provide life-saving air ambulance service in Scotland

Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced an agreement with Gama Aviation (UK) Limited for the purchase of three cargo door-equipped Beechcraft King Air 360C aircraft expected to be delivered in 2025. The deal, inked at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), modernizes Gama Aviation’s fleet and supports the mission of the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS).

Lufthansa Technik wins two Red Dot Design Awards
Lufthansa Technik wins two Red Dot Design Awards

Lufthansa Technik has won two prestigious Red Dot Design Awards for its outstanding product designs. The “Omni-Fi” sound experience is among the winners in the “Best of the Best: Design Concept” category. The VIP design concept “CelestialSTAR” for the BBJ 777-9 was awarded in “Product Design” in this year’s design competition. The official award ceremony will be held in Singapore in October.

Beechcraft King Air special “Crimson Edition” unveiled in honor of 60th anniversary
Beechcraft King Air special “Crimson Edition” unveiled in honor of 60th anniversary

Textron Aviation has announced a special edition 60th anniversary option for the iconic Beechcraft King Air 260 and 360 turboprops to celebrate the aircraft’s proud history of being the best-selling business turboprop family in the world.

New VX4 prototype completes first tethered piloted flight
New VX4 prototype completes first tethered piloted flight

Vertical Aerospace, a global aerospace and technology company pioneering zero-emissions aviation, has seen its latest VX4 prototype perform its first tethered piloted flight as it begins the “wheels up” phase of testing.

Steady 2nd Quarter Leads to Guarded Optimism for Rest of Year
Steady 2nd Quarter Leads to Guarded Optimism for Rest of Year

International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) members reported a balanced market for preowned business aircraft in the second quarter of 2024. Sales are steady and values of late model aircraft remain strong, according to IADA’s Second Quarter 2024 Market Report.

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Limited edition aircraft celebrates 10,000th Cirrus SR Series delivery
Limited edition aircraft celebrates 10,000th Cirrus SR Series delivery

Cirrus, the world’s best-selling high-performance single-engine piston aircraft manufacturer, revealed a one-of-a-kind, Limited-Edition SR Series aircraft to commemorate 10,000 SR Series deliveries.

Spectrum Aeromed obtains FAA approval for Ambulance solutions on Daher Kodiak
Spectrum Aeromed obtains FAA approval for Ambulance solutions on Daher Kodiak

Spectrum Aeromed, designer and manufacturer of air ambulance solutions and medical interiors, announces the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the installation of ambulance modules and cabinetry in the Daher Kodiak 100 aircraft.

JEKTA and ZeroAvia to partner on hydrogen-electric amphibious aircraft
JEKTA and ZeroAvia to partner on hydrogen-electric amphibious aircraft

JEKTA, the Switzerland-based developer of the PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft, today announced that is has selected ZeroAvia’s fuel cell power generation system (PGS) technology to demonstrate the concept of a fuel cell variant of its electric amphibious flying boat design, with a view to line-fit of the system as the PHA-ZE 100 variant comes to market.  

Bell announces delivery of 500th Bell 429
Bell announces delivery of 500th Bell 429

Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced at Farnborough 2024 the delivery of the 500th Bell 429 aircraft. The aircraft was delivered to Latin-America based operator, Mendes Group, and will be used for corporate transportation in Brazil.

Bombardier adds new line maintenance station in Farnborough, expanding impressive customer service footprint in Europe
Bombardier adds new line maintenance station in Farnborough, expanding impressive customer service footprint in Europe

Bombardier is pleased to announce that it has added a new line maintenance station in Farnborough, UK further complementing its customer service footprint in Europe. The introduction of the new option builds on the turnkey, OEM service Bombardier customers receive in the region.

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736

Saudia Group Signs Industry-Leading Sales Agreement With Lilium to Acquire Up to 100 eVTOL Jets
Saudia Group Signs Industry-Leading Sales Agreement With Lilium to Acquire Up to 100 eVTOL Jets

Saudia Group and Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), today signed a binding sales agreement for 50 Lilium Jets, with options for the purchase of 50 more. The signature ceremony was held at Lilium’s HQ in Gauting near Munich. The contract was signed by Fahd Al-Jarbou, CEO of Saudia Private, representing Saudia Group, and Lilium's CEO Klaus Roewe, in the presence of several distinguished guests including; Michael Kindsgrab, the German Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; H.E. Engr. Ibrahim Al-Omar, Director General of Saudia Group; and Lilium Chairman Tom Enders.

Diamond Aircraft secures Greek contract for special mission aircraft
Diamond Aircraft secures Greek contract for special mission aircraft

Diamond Aircraft has recently signed a significant contract for the supply of three DA62 MPP aerial surveillance aircraft for the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection. These aircraft will be used for firefighting and search and rescue operations as air operations centres and for aerial surveillance, using up to date electro-optical systems, a cell phone localisation system and various datalinks, enhancing Greece's capability to manage and respond to emergencies efficiently.

EASA publishes Environmental Protection Technical Specifications for air taxis with tilting rotors
EASA publishes Environmental Protection Technical Specifications for air taxis with tilting rotors

EASA has published the final version of the Environmental Protection Technical Specifications (EPTS) for Vertical Take-Off and Landing-capable aircraft (VCA) follows the public consultation phase initiated in December 2023. These EPTS are applicable to VCA with tilting rotors, such as the Lilium Jet. The responses to all the comments received during the public consultation are published along the EPTS.

Honeywell signs mechanical service centre agreement with Gama Aviation Engineering
Honeywell signs mechanical service centre agreement with Gama Aviation Engineering

Honeywell has selected Gama Aviation Engineering as an authorized channel partner to expand its aviation service network in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region and to enhance service accessibility for business and general aviation operators.

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