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![Airbus unveils PioneerLab as its new twin-engine flying laboratory](/upload/iblock/56a/gorgdmxkoybz6pstt5r3sv0y3dih5e63/PioneerLab.jpg)
During the German National Aviation Conference in Hamburg, Airbus Helicopters unveiled the PioneerLab, its new twin-engine technology demonstrator based on the H145 platform. It complements Airbus' range of FlightLabs and focuses on testing technologies that reduce helicopter emissions, increase autonomy and integrate bio-based materials.
![Nomad Technics performs its first 12 year inspection on an Airbus ACJ319](/upload/iblock/c98/2tvqg7qj484t1jttnmednggqwrfvqeqs/Airbuss%20ACJ_12Y%20Maintenance%20Insp..jpg)
Nomad Technics has recently completed its first 12 year inspection on an Airbus ACJ319 aircraft.
![Albinati Aeronautics and Jetron join forces](/upload/iblock/6db/3452zciovs9qkcw02zr0f1t1leksuyt5/ramp_hangar.jpg)
By joining forces and combining over 40 years of accumulated expertise, resources and passion for the private aviation industry, Albinati Aeronautics CEO Stefano Albinati and Marian Jancarik CEO of Jetron, has introduced their newly created company which is set to be a compelling player in the business jet industry with the aim to deliver state-of-the-art solutions for their customers.
![Duncan Aviation delivers Falcon 900EX with unique features](/upload/iblock/983/twop6giz2i0lakdix073ulc5skkg50n8/DuncanAviationFalcon900EXRefurbishment.jpg)
When a Falcon 900EX with an unusual floor plan came to the attention of one of Duncan Aviation’s past clients, he began to consider the possibilities and envision a diamond in the rough that could become his new gem. And he knew just who to turn to for help.
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![Largest jets and fractional operations growing, other activity slowing](/upload/iblock/88b/u0m4y6sd77yewueja86yjxq5ikncn46i/Global%206500%20LX-FLY.jpeg)
WINGX’s weekly Business Aviation Bulletin.
![Textron Aviation and Netjets sign record-breaking fleet agreement for up to 1,500 Cessna Citation jets](/upload/iblock/128/lsvi169g4dbf8js69h15b0w7ctu7jo2c/CitationFamily-NetJets.jpg)
Textron Aviation and NetJets announced a record-breaking fleet agreement for the option for NetJets to purchase up to 1,500 additional Cessna Citation business jets over the next 15 years. This agreement extends NetJets’ existing fleet agreement, and includes options for an increasing number of aircraft each year, enabling NetJets to expand its fleet with Cessna Citation Ascend, Citation Latitude and Citation Longitude aircraft. Equally exciting is the announcement that NetJets has been named the fleet launch customer for Textron Aviation’s newest jet — the Citation Ascend. Deliveries of the Citation Ascend are expected to begin in 2025 when the aircraft, currently under development, is expected to enter into service.
![Embraer and Flightsafety opening new Praetor simulator](/upload/iblock/28a/bbnfaxagu3znbiqhj4zm0w8vub0ttxpm/praetor%20cockpit.jpg)
Embraer and FlightSafety International are opening a new FAA-qualified Praetor full-flight simulator in Orlando, Florida.
![Textron Aviation expands interior manufacturing facility](/upload/iblock/52b/kja23bvt1e7on7ho42dt61xo1kj833ig/TxtAv-IMFExpand-DigScrn.jpg)
Textron Aviation today announced the company is adding 16,000 square feet to its Interior Manufacturing Facility (IMF) to support growing demand for unique and custom Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft interiors.
![Stanton & Partners Aviation takes to new heights](/upload/iblock/a23/vt4v2sab6zfdaeeb82l6rkmtmhw3hzzk/rsz_prs_0531-2048x1463.jpg)
Stanton & Partners Aviation – a premier private aviation brokerage company dedicated to the sale and purchase of private aircraft – welcomes two esteemed leaders, who will be instrumental in bolstering the Dubai headquartered company’s growth.
![Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ku-band terminal certified for Gulfstream G650](/upload/iblock/ce0/mbjhsove8p1wecy7x0em7o3ctc776mx1/G650ER_a_mkt.jpg)
The Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ku-band tail mount antenna system has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supplemental type certificate (STC) approval for Gulfstream G650 aircraft. Satcom Direct worked directly with Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. to obtain the STC, with the antenna being installed for a U.S.-based corporate flight department. The SD Plane Simple Ku-band antenna variant will be available for installation through the Gulfstream service network beginning in October 2023.
![Gulfstream completes latest strategic facility expansion in Appleton](/upload/iblock/13e/uhc2d1r9tuui5jer3krcqrl8ykerk5b5/Gulfstream-Appleton-Paint-Hangar-Opening.jpg)
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced the official opening of its new world-class paint hangar in Appleton, Wisconsin, which is also home to a Gulfstream Service Center and a large-cabin completions facility. The expansion is part of a multiyear plan announced in 2021 that provides customers the flexibility to experience the entire aircraft completions process in Appleton. This strategic growth has significantly increased operations and created more than 200 jobs in the region.
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![Leonardo could have averted Leicester City Football Club helicopter disaster, says AAIB](/upload/iblock/b38/gqe23pgpln5jqfj0hpxvfu225mvea9po/3_LIVE-UPDATES.jpeg)
On Tuesday (September 5th), the Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) published its comprehensive report into the helicopter crash at Leicester City Football Club’s stadium in October 2018.
![September bizjet flights 4% off last year, still 19% up 2019](/upload/iblock/b79/2g5s4u7dsryswpnaitjt8z9qbzdz0v8t/DC-Aviation-GOPS.jpg)
WINGX’s weekly Business Aviation Bulletin.
![VIP Completions announces Boeing Business Jet full interior refurbishment project](/upload/iblock/978/3b01y1yywb0wbntadjfyr05aq15ikmrw/BBJ_1.jpg)
VIP Completions, providers of aircraft completions and refurbishment services, today announced a new project – the comprehensive interior refurbishment of a Boeing Business Jet (BBJ).
![Bombardier ranks among top 30 on Toronto Stock Exchange](/upload/iblock/730/3hx6t8km22hw09zv6kao53i3crvaj5al/Bombardier_Melbourne.jpg)
Bombardier has been included in the top 30 2023 rankings for the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) as it is recognised for its “impressive share performance”.
![Gogo AVANCE L5 with 5G provisions now offered by Dassault Falcon jet](/upload/iblock/a52/gf6yxbn9ayiunyf25bh6ee3z5t2gwtyj/FalconConnect.jpg)
Gogo Business Aviation’s AVANCE L5 system with full Gogo 5G provisioning is now available to Dassault Falcon Jet Service Center customers for popular models of its Falcon business jets.
![Airbus Helicopters and PHI sign for 20 H175 and 8 H160 helicopters](/upload/iblock/509/2xz3md51eid9yxfj4tpmiznskgn2fx1n/Airbus-Helicopters-h.jpg)
Airbus Helicopters and PHI Group (PHI) have signed a framework agreement that includes commitments for 20 super-medium H175 helicopters and 8 H160s to serve the energy market worldwide, including in the US. These 28 state-of-the-art helicopters will better position PHI to respond to the energy market’s expected growing offshore transportation needs.
![TAG Aviation opens two new offices in Geneva](/upload/iblock/94d/9ei2kxm3xy3qg1o5b6tmqkkmylx0qqiz/TAG-Aviation-office-in-Geneva.jpg)
TAG Aviation Europe has taken the decision to move from its current office in Geneva to two new office locations as part of a significant effort to further TAG’s commitment to their Swiss heritage, the long-term business plan and their partners and clients.