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"Stop, Stop, Stop": ATC Scrambles To Halt Air Canada Jet As Southwest 737 Lands In St. Louis
Urgent radio calls bring an Air Canada Express jet to a halt before it enters the runway.
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Here’s How Much Bigger The Boeing 777-300ER Is Compared To The 787 Dreamliner
The Boeing 777-300ER represents a substantially greater size compared to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Specifically, the 777-300ER boasts a considerably wider fuselage and increased overall length. This difference in dimensions translates into a notably...
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Pratt & Whitney unveils PT9 turboprop with 20% lower fuel burn, 33% more power
Pratt & Whitney Canada unveiled the PT9 turboprop engine at NBAA-BACE 2026 in Las Vegas, a new design… The post Pratt & Whitney unveils PT9 turboprop with 20% lower fuel burn, 33% more power appeared first on AeroTime.
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New Tecnam chief details private aviation push and US expansion plan
Giovanni Pascale Langer, the newly appointed CEO of Tecnam, is focused on expanding the company’s reach within the private aviation sector and establishing a significant industrial presence in the United States. A key element of this strategy involves the...
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Airbus sees 970 new-build freighters required over next 20 years
Airbus projects a significant increase in cargo aircraft demand, forecasting 2,670 freighter orders across the next two decades leading up to 2045. This projection is driven by ongoing testing of the A350F program and represents a substantial growth...
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Textron Rolls Out First Citation CJ4 Gen3 Production Unit
Textron has initiated production of the Citation CJ4 Gen3 aircraft, marking a significant milestone for the business jet manufacturer. In 2024, the company revealed that Ryan Samples, described as a "longtime enthusiast," will be the initial launch...
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Pentagon chief appears with new Sierra Nevada E-4C ‘Doomsday’ jet
Pete Hegseth described the Survivable Airborne Operations Center as one of Washington’s ‘most vital assets’. US defence chief Pete Hegseth has made an appearance with one of the US Air Force’s new E-4C Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) jets,...
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Mammoth inducts first 777 at Chinese freighter conversion line
Mammoth Freighters has completed the induction of its inaugural Boeing 777 aircraft into its freighter conversion program, utilizing a facility operated by STAECO in Shandong province, China. The specific aircraft is a -200LR variant identified as...
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This 2022 Daher TBM 960 Is a Scorchingly Fast ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Premium turboprop doubles the cruise speed of typical high-performance piston singles.
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Pearl performance powers production towards 300-per-year total
Rolls-Royce’s Dahlewitz plant is currently operating at full capacity due to sustained demand for its Pearl engine family, which drives business jets. Production levels have reached figures not observed since the BR series engines were manufactured there....
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At Long Last, Boeing’s 737 Max 10 Is FAA-Certified
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted final certification for Boeing's 737 MAX 10 aircraft after a protracted process. This marks the culmination of significant efforts by the manufacturer to secure approval for the largest variant within...
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Honda backs Thrive’s fractional launch with refurbished HondaJets
Honda Aircraft Company is providing support for Thrive Aviation's entry into the fractional jet ownership market through a strategic minority investment. This backing includes the deployment of a fleet of refurbished HondaJet aircraft, representing a...
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Gulfstream showcases stunning images from Iceland flight campaign
Gulfstream recently completed a marketing video and photo shoot in Iceland, overcoming challenges like changeable weather and scheduling constraints. The team scouted desired locations for the backdrop ahead of the operation. This involved logistical...
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FAA allows BETA Technologies to fly customers on ALIA eVTOL
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has authorized BETA Technologies to conduct market surveys by flying customers aboard its ALIA electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL). This approval, granted through a Special Airworthiness...
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FlightGlobal parent ProMedia Group acquires French aerospace publisher Aerospatium
ProMedia Group, a Rotterdam-based media company specializing in transport, logistics, and mobility, has completed the acquisition of Aerospatium, a prominent French aerospace publisher. This purchase significantly expands ProMedia Group’s international...
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How Do I Deal With the ‘Ghost of CFI Past’?
New certified flight instructors (CFIs) are often confronted with challenges when transitioning students who have previously received training under more relaxed approaches. These seasoned pilots may expect a level of autonomy and flexibility that differs...
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"A great budget lens for astrophotography, the sharpness produced at f/1.8 and f/2.8 is exactly what you want." Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE lens review
The Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE lens delivers exceptional performance as an ultra-wide-angle prime option, particularly noted for its sharp images achieved at both f/1.8 and f/2.8 apertures. Reviewers highlight the lens’s robust construction and comfortable...
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Rolls-Royce expands CorporateCare to reduce aircraft owners’ out-of-pocket costs
Rolls-Royce is broadening its CorporateCare Enhanced engine maintenance program, specifically designed for business jet operators. This expansion aims to minimize the financial burden experienced by aircraft owners due to unexpected repair expenses. The...
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Why The B-21 Raider's Flying-Wing Shape Creates Unique Design Tradeoffs
The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider’s distinctive flying wing design presents significant challenges to aircraft maintenance, primarily due to its complex geometry and limited accessibility. Engineers have identified a need for specialized tooling and...
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Russian Su-30 fighter crashes in Kaliningrad, pilots eject
A Russian Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jet experienced a crash within the Kaliningrad region on October 21, 2026. The incident occurred during a routine scheduled flight operation. Both pilots successfully ejected from the aircraft to ensure their safety following...
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Dassault gives its best-selling Falcon 2000 a major cockpit upgrade
Dassault Aviation announced plans to integrate its fourth-generation EASy IV flight deck into the new Falcon 2000LXS business jet. This significant cockpit update represents a substantial enhancement for operators of the Falcon 2000 series. The EASy IV...
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Pratt & Whitney Canada reveals newly certificated clean-sheet PT9 turboprop
Pratt & Whitney Canada unveiled the recently certified PT9 turboprop engine at the NBAA-BACE show in Las Vegas on October 21st. The new centreline engine is designed to generate a power output of between 1,700 and 2,000 shp. This represents an increase in...
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Air Force Invests $3.5M in Natilus’ Blended-Wing Body Aircraft
The United States Air Force has committed $3.5 million to support the development efforts of Natilus, a company specializing in blended-wing body aircraft designs. This investment is part of a roughly 12-month contract focused on advancing Natilus'...
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Finally: Boeing 737 MAX 10 Attains FAA Type Certification
Boeing has achieved FAA type certification for the 737 MAX 10, representing a significant step toward launching the aircraft commercially. The certification process concluded with an amended type certificate issued on October 20, 2026. United States...
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Airbus implementing automatic power reserve on A330neo
Airbus is introducing an automatic power reserve function for the A330neo twinjet, designed to maximize thrust during take-off following engine failure. Head of widebody programmes Julien Puyou announced this enhancement in Toulouse on October 13th. This...
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Drones breach no-fly zone over Toulon, home to France’s main naval base
French authorities are conducting a judicial investigation following the detection of unauthorized drones near and over several military sites. These incursions occurred in proximity to Toulon, which houses France's primary naval base. The drones were...
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How Much Money Do Airbus A350 Pilots Earn In 2026?
A significant disparity in compensation exists within the Airbus A350 pilot ranks, according to projections for 2026. Captains are expected to command substantially higher salaries compared to their first officer counterparts. This financial difference...
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L3Harris secures development contract for US Navy’s low-band jammer
The system is part of a new family of jamming equipment for the EA-18G Growler. L3Harris has secured an $876 million contract related to the US Navy’s Next Generation Jammer Low Band (NGJ-LB) programme. The undefinitised contract modification award – which...
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Honeywell upgrades Dassault Falcon 2000 cockpit
Honeywell Aerospace announced that Dassault Aviation has chosen the EASy IV flight deck system for the Falcon 2000 EASy aircraft platform, marking a significant upgrade to this popular business aviation family. This modernization initiative will introduce...
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French Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashes near Nancy
A French military aircraft, identified as a Mirage 2000D fighter jet, crashed in northeastern France late on October 20, 2026. The incident occurred near the city of Nancy, prompting an immediate and significant response from emergency services. Initial...
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Northrop optimistic about next round of uncrewed fighter development
Northrop Grumman expresses confidence in securing a competitive position within the upcoming phases of the US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program. Recent weeks saw the company's YFQ-48A Talon Blue jet successfully complete its inaugural...