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LHT begins flight tests of next-generation AeroSHARK

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) has launched flight trials of the next-generation of its AeroSHARK drag-reducing technology on a Lufthansa City Airlines Airbus A319, the first aircraft to test the new material in commercial service. Developed with partner Surventis (formerly BASF Coatings), the programme involves around 70 transparent film patches, each measuring 20 × 20 cm, applied […] The post LHT begins flight tests of next-generation AeroSHARK appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:50:13 +0000

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Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 Takes First Flight

Textron Aviation has completed the maiden flight of the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 prototype, marking a key milestone as the next-generation light jet advances towards FAA certification. The nearly two-hour flight departed from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, with test pilots Steve Helmer and Dave Welbrock evaluating cockpit software functionality. The aircraft reached an […] The post Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 Takes First Flight appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:59:48 +0000

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High-Altitude COMAC C919-600 Makes Maiden Flight In Huge Boost To Chinese Aviation

The new aircraft is designed for operation on high altitude airport routes.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:03:18 GMT