The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) Board of Directors has selected Sean McGeough as Chair of the IADA Foundation Board. McGeough, who is Executive Vice President, Business Development, North America of Jet Support Services Inc. (JSSI), an IADA Products and Services Member, replaces former IADA Foundation Chair Johnny Foster, President and CEO of IADA Dealer […]
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The Evolution of Autonomous Systems in UAVs: Unlocking New Horizons for Innovation
By Hamed Khalkhali The skies are no longer the limit. The rapid progress of autonomous technologies is reshaping how Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) operate, propelling them into an era of independence, precision, and limitless potential. What was once the realm of science fiction is quickly becoming a reality. Drones are increasingly capable of performing tasks […]
Vertical Aviation International Board Elections Enhance Industry Representation
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) has announced the results of the first election of board members under its restructured governance framework. VAI operator members elected five of their peers to serve a three-year term on the Board of Directors. This expansion aligns with VAI’s commitment to better represent a diverse and growing industry while ensuring the […]
Schubeler and HEGGEMANN Team Up to Offer Certifiable Electric Motors for AAM Industry
Schubeler and HEGGEMANN have announced their partnership in developing and manufacturing electric motors for the advanced air mobility industry. Schubeler and HEGGEMANN are prominent members of the aerospace hub long existing in the Lippstadt/Paderborn area. Executives from both companies have known each other for years and the recent acceleration of Advanced Air Mobility has given […]
Air Canada and CAE Announce the 2025 Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship Recipients
Photo above – In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, Air Canada and CAE proudly announced the eight winners of the 2025 Captain Judy Cameron Scholarships. (CNW Group/Air Canada) In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, Air Canada and CAE proudly announce the eight winners of the 2025 Captain Judy Cameron […]
Bombardier’s Record-Breaking Global 7500 Business Jet Achieves Category-Leading 100th Speed Record
Bombardier has announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved the ultimate performance milestone: setting a category-leading 100 speed records(1). The industry flagship business jet set the mark on a mission departing from Bombardier’s Authorized Service Facility ACI Jet in San Luis Obispo and landing at the London Biggin Hill Airport on Feb. […]
GAMA Releases 2024 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) released the 2024 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report during its annual State of the Industry Press Conference. Overall, when compared to 2023, nearly all aircraft segments saw increases in shipments and preliminary aircraft deliveries were valued at $31.2 billion, an increase of 13.3%. “As we report on the […]
Beyond Pilots: Unconventional Paths to a Successful Aviation Career
When it comes to the sky, it is usually the pilot and flight attendant roles that get romanticized. Nonetheless, there are still further positions in the industry that could bring successful careers. Gabriele Gile, Human Resources Business Partner at BGS – a leading ground handling service company – shares her insights on career opportunities, the […]
Elfly Welcomes Dr. Susan Ying to Board of Directors
At the Future Opportunities for Seaplanes & Amphibious Aviation Conference held last week in Miami, Norwegian aerospace innovator Elfly Group announced the appointment of Dr. Susan Ying to its Board of Directors. Dr. Ying is a globally recognized leader in aerospace innovation and sustainability, with over 40 years of experience including NASA, Boeing, COMAC and […]
GoAERO Global Emergency Response Flyer Competition Announces $500,000 of Awards to Innovators Worldwide with Support from Boeing, NASA, RTX, and Honeywell
The GoAERO Prize, the $2+ million USD international competition to create Emergency Response Flyers, announced 11 Stage 1 Winners and an additional 14 U.S.-based university teams that will receive GoAERO awards with support from NASA to take their prototypes through to the final fly-off, and in partnership with Boeing, RTX and Honeywell. View the winner’s […]
