The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) Foundation has awarded 25 grants and scholarships to boost the industry’s next generation of business aviation leaders. The learning opportunities for these future aviation industry leaders represented approximately $100,000 from the foundation. Fourteen young resale professionals involved in IADA’s NextGen initiative were awarded grants for various resale industry opportunities. […]
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ParaZero Successfully Delivers Custom Drone Safety System to One of the Largest Global Automotive Manufacturers
ParaZero Technologies Ltd., an aerospace company focused on safety systems for defense and commercial drones and urban air mobility aircraft, announced the successful delivery of a special drone safety system project for a leading Fortune 500 automotive manufacturer (“the Customer”) as part of the Customer’s proprietary drone program. The project included the design, development and […]
GAMA Releases Third Quarter 2024 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) published the Third Quarter 2024 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. The general aviation aircraft manufacturing industry’s results through the third quarter of 2024 show an increase in the overall value of aircraft shipments and increased shipments of piston airplanes, business jets and turbine helicopters, with turboprops and […]
WAI to Honor the 2025 Pioneer Hall of Fame Inductees
Women in Aviation International (WAI) has selected the 2025 inductees for its International Pioneer Hall of Fame. These three female trailblazers will be honored at the 36th Annual Women in Aviation International Conference during a ceremony and celebration dinner at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Denver, Colorado, on Friday, March 28, 2025. […]
NAV CANADA Announces New President & CEO
NAV CANADA has announced the appointment of Mark Cooper as President & CEO, effective December 2, 2024. Mr. Cooper has 25 years of experience in aviation and has been instrumental in the evolution of NAV CANADA’s Strategic Direction since joining NAV CANADA in 2019 as Vice President & Chief Technology and Information Officer. “The Board […]
SAS Notes 70th Anniversary of Becoming World’s First Airline to Fly Over the Polar Regions
Seventy years have passed since SAS made aviation history on November 15, 1954, by becoming the world’s first airline to operate a commercial flight over the North Pole. The pioneering flight from Copenhagen to Los Angeles not only significantly reduced flying time and lowered fuel consumption, but also established the most efficient link between Europe […]
Propeller Drones Secures $7 Million IEC Contract, Collaborates with Airwayz for Pre-Approved BVLOS Autonomous Flights
Airwayz, a pioneering company in large-scale low-altitude Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) for drones, has been chosen by Propeller Drones to execute its $7 million Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) contract to conduct autonomous operations, including inspection of electrical infrastructure. This milestone allows drones to operate on AI-approved routes beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), marking a […]
NHS Delivery Drones Take Flight Over London, Offering Faster and Greener Patient Care
Urgent blood samples are now being transported by electric drones in a medical delivery service which aims to improve patient care by speeding up testing turnaround times. The service involves delivering blood samples for patients undergoing surgery who are at high risk of complications from bleeding disorders. Moving samples between Synnovis’ lab at Guy’s Hospital […]
Cirrus SR Series and Vision Jet Receive Transport Canada Civil Aviation Certification
The Cirrus SR Series G7 and G2+ Vision Jet have successfully achieved Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) certification. This certification confirms that Cirrus aircraft adhere to stringent regulatory standards set by Transport Canada concerning aviation safety, performance and operational requirements. Zean Nielsen, CEO of Cirrus, stated, “Pursuing TCCA certification for the newest Cirrus aircraft models, […]
Avianca Cargo Announces New Brand Identity
Avianca Cargo has presented its new brand concept, marking a pivotal transformation highlighting its commitment to exceptional service. This reinvention embodies the new essence of “Avianca Cargo, we are doing it for you,” reflecting the airline’s focus on customer needs and long-term partnerships. This new concept embodies the spirit of a hero dedicated to serving […]
