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AutoFlight Announces Landmark Deal for 205 AircraftAutoFlight Announces Landmark Deal for 205 Aircraft
AutoFlight Announces Landmark Deal for 205 Aircraft

This deal sees EVFLY initially purchase 205 Prosperity I and Prosperity Cargo Aircraft from AutoFlight.

Mar 15, 2023 Commercial aviation
Setting a New Manager Up for Success or Failure?Setting a New Manager Up for Success or Failure?
Setting a New Manager Up for Success or Failure?

This case study and analysis was written by Rod Hayward, an Associate Professor in the BBA AV (Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation) programme at the University of the Fraser Valley.

Feb 28, 2023 Aviation Management
Horizon Aircraft Completes Hover Testing of VTOL PrototypeHorizon Aircraft Completes Hover Testing of VTOL Prototype
Horizon Aircraft Completes Hover Testing of VTOL Prototype

On January 4, Horizon Aircraft, an advanced aerospace engineering company, announced that it has successfully completed initial hover testing of its 'Cavorite X5' scale prototype.

Jan 5, 2023 Commercial aviation
50 Years: Airbus A30050 Years: Airbus A300
50 Years: Airbus A300

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Airbus A300's first flight. The airliner was developed in the 1960s by a consortium of European companies, which included Aerospatiale, Deutsche Airbus, British Aerospace, Casa and Fokker-VFV.

Nov 30, 2022 Commercial aviation
De Havilland Canada Announces Site of New Alberta Aircraft Manufacturing FacilityDe Havilland Canada Announces Site of New Alberta Aircraft Manufacturing Facility
De Havilland Canada Announces Site of New Alberta Aircraft Manufacturing Facility

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited has announced that the site of its new aircraft manufacturing facility will be in Wheatland County, Alberta, approximately 30 minutes east of Calgary.

Sep 30, 2022 News
American Airlines to Purchase Supersonic AircraftAmerican Airlines to Purchase Supersonic Aircraft
American Airlines to Purchase Supersonic Aircraft

American Airlines and Boom Supersonic today announced the airline’s agreement to purchase up to 20 Overture aircraft, with an option for an additional 40.

Aug 16, 2022 News
Creating SkyMedCreating SkyMed
Creating SkyMed

SkyMed is a new one-hour CBC drama series about the intense personal lives of young nurses and pilots flying air ambulances in Northern Manitoba. SkyMed premieres in Canada beginning Sunday, July 10 at 9pm (9:30pm in Newfoundland) on CBC TV and will also be available to stream for free on CBC Gem.

Jul 10, 2022 News
Oldest Airlines in the World Still in OperationOldest Airlines in the World Still in Operation
Oldest Airlines in the World Still in Operation

Which are the oldest airlines in the world still in operation?

Jul 10, 2022 Commercial aviation
The Special Olympics Airlift EventThe Special Olympics Airlift Event
The Special Olympics Airlift Event

On June 4, more than 120 Textron Aviation aircraft departed from 28 states across the United States and landed at Orlando Executive Airport with Special Olympics athletes and coaches aboard.

Jun 5, 2022 News
Aviation Insurance 102 Part 2Aviation Insurance 102 Part 2
Aviation Insurance 102 Part 2

In part one of our article on assessing your own risk we covered the potential risks facing Commercial Aviation Business and Airport Occupants and how insurance can be used as a way to protect yourself and your business. Now we’re going to look at potential risks for aircraft owners, both private and commercial.

May 1, 2022 Insurance
Pilatus ends 2021 financial year setting recordsPilatus ends 2021 financial year setting records
Pilatus ends 2021 financial year setting records

According to a recent Pilatus press release, the 2021 financial year was extremely successful for the company, but also challenging. Despite the difficult circumstances, a new production record of 152 aircraft deliveries was set.

Apr 13, 2022 Commercial aviation
Aviation Insurance 102 Part 1Aviation Insurance 102 Part 1
Aviation Insurance 102 Part 1

In the last article I wrote for Aviation News Journal (Aviation 101 – The Basics) I used the occasion to review the absolute basics of aviation insurance, what coverages make up a policy, and how there can sometimes be limited insurance choices for the aviation industry. Now, I’d like to take the opportunity to stress the importance of knowing and assessing your risk.

Apr 3, 2022 Insurance