Flightline Weekly

08/01/2025

On December 31, 2024, Embraer finalized a contract to sell four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an unidentified client in Africa.

On December 31, 2024, Embraer finalized a contract to sell four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an unidentified client in Africa. These aircraft are intended to carry out a variety of missions, including border surveillance, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissan...

08/01/2025

On Tuesday, Airlink, a South African airline, halted all flights to and from Nampula, Mozambique, due to the threat of its aircraft being confiscated.

On Tuesday, Airlink, a South African airline, halted all flights to and from Nampula, Mozambique, due to the threat of its aircraft being confiscated. The risk of aircraft seizure arises from a legal claim made by two Mozambican citizens, who are seeking damages from Airlink. On December 28, a Mozam...

08/01/2025

In recent years, missile attacks on civilian airliners have become a stark reality that highlights vulnerabilities in commercial aviation. The airline industry has felt the tragic consequences of such incidents, with operational impacts, safety concerns, and regulatory changes significantly reshaping air travel.

In recent years, missile attacks on civilian airliners have become a stark reality that highlights vulnerabilities in commercial aviation. The airline industry has felt the tragic consequences of such incidents, with operational impacts, safety concerns, and regulatory changes significantly reshapin...

08/01/2025

Aerotoscana has unveiled a new video demonstrating the groundbreaking methods the Robinson R66 helicopter is transforming crop protection in Chile.

Aerotoscana has unveiled a new video demonstrating the groundbreaking methods the Robinson R66 helicopter is transforming crop protection in Chile. Drawing inspiration from RHC's "Climb Higher" video series, the video showcases how Aerotoscana employs the R66 to efficiently dry cherries following ra...

08/01/2025

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has granted the world's first type certification for an electric aircraft under Part 23 regulations to the RX4E from Liaoning General Aviation Academy (LGAA).

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has granted the world's first type certification for an electric aircraft under Part 23 regulations to the RX4E from Liaoning General Aviation Academy (LGAA).The four-seat, high-wing aircraft with fixed tricycle gear first took to the skies in Octobe...

08/01/2025

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced the delivery of two more Gulfstream G700 aircraft to the expanding Qatar Executive fleet. These two new aircraft, both delivered utilizing a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), bring the total number of G700 aircraft in the Qatar Executive fleet to six, with four more planned for delivery.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced the delivery of two more Gulfstream G700 aircraft to the expanding Qatar Executive fleet. These two new aircraft, both delivered utilizing a blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), bring the total number of G700 aircraft in the Qatar Executive fleet to six,...

08/01/2025

EUROJET Turbo, the consortium behind the EJ200 engines used in the Eurofighter Typhoon, has recently entered into a contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) to supply 59 new EJ200 engines to the Spanish Air Force.

EUROJET Turbo, the consortium behind the EJ200 engines used in the Eurofighter Typhoon, has recently entered into a contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) to supply 59 new EJ200 engines to the Spanish Air Force.The EJ200 engine, developed through the collaboration of....

08/01/2025

As authorities investigate the passenger jet crash, police conduct a 'search and seizure operation' at the airline's offices and airport. Police in South Korea have prohibited Jeju Air CEO Kim E-bae from leaving the country amid an inquiry into the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil.

As authorities investigate the passenger jet crash, police conduct a 'search and seizure operation' at the airline's offices and airport. Police in South Korea have prohibited Jeju Air CEO Kim E-bae from leaving the country amid an inquiry into the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil.This ac...

03/01/2025

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18/12/2024

The history of aircraft is a captivating journey filled with groundbreaking innovations and adventurous explorations. From the initial dreams of flying in ancient societies to today's cutting-edge technologies, aircraft development has transformed how we connect with the world around us.

By Garth Calitz The history of aircraft is a captivating journey filled with groundbreaking innovations and adventurous explorations. From the initial dreams of flying in ancient societies to the cutting-edge technologies of today, aircraft development has transformed how we connect with the world a...

18/12/2024

We all love flying, but we must always remain mindful of all the risks that come with the joys. One vital and sadly too often overlooked factor is density altitude, a healthy understanding of this critical measurement can dramatically impact your flight safety.

By Garth Calitz We all love flying, but we must always remain mindful of all the risks that come with the joys. One vital and sadly too often overlooked factor is density altitude, a healthy understanding of this critical measurement can dramatically impact your flight safety. Knowing how density al...

18/12/2024

A global initiative has successfully brought back nearly 1000 vulnerable and endangered animals to Madagascar, marking one of the largest wildlife repatriations in the world to combat illegal trade.

A global initiative has successfully brought back nearly 1000 vulnerable and endangered animals to Madagascar, marking one of the largest wildlife repatriations in the world to combat illegal trade.Earlier this year, close to 1000 tortoises and lemurs were confiscated during an international law enf...

18/12/2024

Joby Aviation announced it has completed a landmark series of major aerostructure tests for certification credit with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Joby Aviation announced it has completed a landmark series of major aerostructure tests for certification credit with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).Joby has successfully conducted static load testing on the tail structure, marking the first instance where the Company tested a major aircr...

18/12/2024

Rolls-Royce successfully completed a Critical Design Review (CDR) for the F130 engine, paving the way for the final stages of development, testing, and production, and advancing the delivery of the upgraded B-52J to the United States Air Force.

Rolls-Royce successfully completed a Critical Design Review (CDR) for the F130 engine, paving the way for the final stages of development, testing, and production, and advancing the delivery of the upgraded B-52J to the United States Air Force.This achievement is the result of more than two years of...

18/12/2024

The Portuguese Ministry of National Defense has entered into a contract with Embraer to purchase 12 A-29N Super Tucanos for the Portuguese Air Force, establishing Portugal as the first customer for this new version of the advanced trainer and light attack aircraft.

The Portuguese Ministry of National Defense has entered into a contract with Embraer to purchase 12 A-29N Super Tucanos for the Portuguese Air Force, establishing Portugal as the first customer for this new version of the advanced trainer and light attack aircraft. This purchase demonstrates Portuga...

18/12/2024

Aimed at transforming private travel in the Middle East, the 15,000-square-meter facility merges operational excellence with ultra-luxury, establishing new benchmarks for the region's aviation sector. This latest opening highlights the terminal's role in enhancing Dubai's status as a global aviation hub.

With His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, in attendance, ExecuJet Middle East, a collaboration between Luxaviation Group and Alpha Middle East Holdi...