Vertis adds Falcon 900EX to support growing demand for mid-range charters
Switzerland-headquartered Vertis Aviation has added a Dassault Falcon 900EX to its Vertis Charter Management Programme, VCMP.
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in Business Aviation Embraer Praetor 600 business jet outperforms on certification
Posted 12 August 2019
Embraer has said that the company’s new Praetor 600 super-midsize business jet was granted its Type Certificate by Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC—Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil),
in Business Aviation Bestfly signs for Angola’s first two ATR 72-600s
Posted 5 August 2019
Nuno Pereira, CEO and Founder of Bestfly, the Angola-based aviation services company, signed for the company’s first two ATR 72-600 regional aircraft at a ceremony held at Toulouse Francazal Airport, France, at ATR headquarters.
in Business Aviation / Features The BBJ's Royal family
Posted 29 July 2019
Business jets have been a controversial subject across Africa as governments of developing nations recognise a need for top-level travel for their heads-of-state while, at the same time, fending off accusations of buying expensive white elephants. Now, as Alan
in Business Aviation ExecuJet adds second PC-24 to African fleet
Posted 22 July 2019
Luxaviation's Execujet, is expanding its Super Versatile Jet capabilities in Africa, adding a second Pilatus PC-24 to its managed fleet.
in Business Aviation Textron drops Citation Hemisphere large cabin jet citing Silvercrest delays
Posted 18 July 2019
Textron has announced that its new flagship business jet, the Hemisphere program has been put on hold.
in Business Aviation Moroccan start-up sets out its stall
Posted 18 July 2019
Operating since 2018, Morocco’s Sarah Airways is concentrating on VIP transport and medical evacuations – both growing markets in Morocco.
in Business Aviation Gulfstream outfits 300th aircraft with Jet ConneX
Posted 18 July 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace has outfitted an industry-leading 300th aircraft with Jet ConneX, the inflight broadband service.
in Business Aviation Pegasus Universal Aerospace names Robbie Irons as CEO
Posted 15 July 2019
South Africa’s Pegasus Universal Aerospace, pioneer of the Vertical Business Jet (VBJ) Pegasus One, has named Robbie Irons as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
in Business Aviation Bombardier’s Challenger 350 aircraft reaches 300 deliveries
Posted 15 July 2019
Bombardier has announced that its industry-leading Challenger 350 aircraft is the fastest business jet in history to reach 300 deliveries in the medium and large categories.
in Business Aviation Embraer delivers its first new Praetor 600
Posted 1 July 2019
Embraer has delivered its first new Praetor 600 super-midsize business jet to an undisclosed European customer.
in Business Aviation Gulfstream G600 receives type certificate from federal aviation administration
Posted 1 July 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace has said the all- new Gulfstream G600 has earned both its type and production certificates from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
in Business Aviation Paris Airshow: Angolan private airline Bestfly leases two ATR 72-600s
Posted 18 June 2019
Private company Bestfly will take delivery of two ATR 72-600s from lessor Acia Aero to operate corporate and charter services throughout the country.
in Business Aviation Gulfstream jets receive FAA approval
Posted 17 June 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace has announced its flagship Gulfstream G650ERTM as well as the Gulfstream G650TM, Gulfstream G550TM and Gulfstream G450TM now have U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval for touchdown and rollout using an Enhanced
in Business Aviation Dassault completes Critical Design Review for its new Falcon 6X
Posted 20 May 2019
Dassault Aviation has completed the Critical Design Review for its new Falcon 6X, freezing the detailed design of the new ultra widebody twinjet, and begun manufacturing major parts as the program tracks to assembly of
in Business Aviation Gulfstream G600 nears end of function and reliability testing
Posted 20 May 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace has said its all-new, award-winning Gulfstream G600 is nearing the end of function and reliability (F&R) testing, the final stage of flying required for aircraft type certification by the U.S.
in Business Aviation / Features Have an ice day...
Posted 20 May 2019
An African company has targeted Antarctica as a tourist destination. Dave Calderwood reports.
in Business Aviation Comlux delivers first VIP Wide body cabin completion on Airbus ACJ330
Posted 20 May 2019
Comlux has announced the delivery of its first VIP Wide body cabin completion on an Airbus ACJ330.
in Business Aviation Embraer’s Praetor 600 business jet makes Its first transatlantic crossing
Posted 20 May 2019
Embraer’s new Praetor 600 super-midsize business jet has completed its first transatlantic crossing, powered by Sustainable Alternative Jet Fuel (SAJF).
in Business Aviation Dassault Falcon Service FBO achieves IS-BAH accreditation for ground handling at Paris-Le Bourget
Posted 16 May 2019
Dassault Falcon Service’s Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) at Paris-Le Bourget airport has been awarded an International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) Stage 1
in Business Aviation Falcon Practical Training Course graduates 1,000th trainee
Posted 15 May 2019
The Dassault Training Academy recently graduated the 1,000th trainee from its Falcon Practical Training Course.
in Business Aviation / Features On the right road...
Posted 9 May 2019
The business aviation market in Nigeria is diverse and growing all the time – but it still faces a few problems. Chukwu Emeke takes a look at the big picture.
in Business Aviation Embraer delivers 11 commercial and 11 executive jets in 1Q19
Posted 3 May 2019
Embraer delivered a total of 22 jets in the first quarter of 2019 (1Q19), of which 11 were commercial aircraft and 11 were executive jets (eight light and three large). As of March 31st, the firm order backlog totalled USD 16.0
in Business Aviation Bombardier unveils Soleil lighting system on its Global 7500 aircraft
Posted 1 May 2019
Bombardier Business Aircraft has unveiled the Soleil lighting system on the award-winning Global 7500 business jet.
in Business Aviation TAG Aviation undertakes first 60-month check on Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft
Posted 30 April 2019
TAG Aviation’s Maintenance Services Centre in Geneva has completed its first 60-month check on a Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft.
in Business Aviation Business aviation customers fly on CorporateCare Enhanced service
Posted 29 April 2019
Rolls-Royce has signed the 100th CorporateCare Enhanced service contract, only weeks after the programme has become available.
in Business Aviation Dassault’s Falcon 8X sets new cross country speed record
Posted 29 April 2019
Dassault’s Falcon 8X recently set a new coast-to-coast speed record, flying from Santa Monica’s notoriously short 3,500 foot runway to Teterboro, New Jersey. The flight took just 4 hours and 28 minutes with overall poor
in Business Aviation ACJ319neo1 successfully completes first flight
Posted 26 April 2019
The ACJ319neo1 successfully completed a first flight lasting one hour and 55 min on April 24, 2019, beginning a short flight-test programme to verify its corporate jet features – such as the extra fuel tanks in its cargo-hold, which enable
in Business Aviation Gulfstream G500 in-service fleet amasses nearly 2,000 flight hours around the world
Posted 15 April 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace has announced the all- new Gulfstream G500 in-service fleet has already amassed nearly 2,000 flight hours around the world.
in Business Aviation VistaJet launches VistaPet
Posted 8 April 2019
Business aviation company, VistaJet, has announced the launch of VistaPet, a comprehensive programme designed for pets.
in Business Aviation Embraer delivers first E175 to Mauritania Airlines
Posted 29 March 2019
Embraer has delivered the first E175 to Mauritania Airlines. The airline signed a firm order with Embraer for two E175 jets in 2018. The contract has a value of USD 93.8 million.
in Business Aviation FAI selects Collins Aerospace’s Venue cabin management system
Posted 27 March 2019
FAI Technik, part of the FAI Aviation Group, has selected Collins Aerospace’s latest Venue cabin management system and high definition entertainment system for its latest Bombardier BD700 Global Express cabin
in Business Aviation Comlux takes delivery of its first ACJ320neo
Posted 26 March 2019
Comlux has taken delivery of the first of three ACJ320neo1 aircraft, which will now enter VIP cabin-outfitting by Comlux Completion in Indianapolis. It is the largest customer for the ACJ320neo Family, which has already won a total of 11
in Business Aviation Embraer delivers the 500th Phenom 300 series aircraft
Posted 26 March 2019
Embraer has delivered the 500th Phenom 300 series business jet. The Phenom 300 is the only business jet model to reach this milestone in the last 10 years.
in Business Aviation Bombardier Global 7500 aircraft completes the world’s longest range business jet flight
Posted 5 March 2019
Bombardier has announced that its Global 7500 aircraft, has once again demonstrated its ability to go the distance by completing the longest-range business jet flight in history,
in Business Aviation Bestfly achieves IS-BAO Stage 2
Posted 4 March 2019
Bestfly, the Angola-based aviation services company, has achieved IS-BAO, International Standard for Business Aviation Operators, Stage 2.
in Business Aviation / Features Brent aims to expand VVIP operations
Posted 1 March 2019
Brent Aviation, a VIP charter operator based at Nairobi’s Wilson Airport, is expanding its local VVIP services, writes Jon Lake.
in Air Transport / Defence / Business Aviation / General Aviation / Technology / Events Airbus showcases full spectrum of product and services at Aviation Africa
Posted 26 February 2019
From commercial aircraft and helicopters to unmanned aerial systems and satellite imaging, Airbus is showcasing the full spectrum of its business, products and services in Africa at this year’s Aviation
in Business Aviation The Embraer Phenom 300 is the world’s most delivered light business jet
Posted 22 February 2019
Embraer Executive Jets delivered 53 Phenom 300 and Phenom 300E light jets in 2018, according to a report issued by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
in Business Aviation / Features PC-24 takes the smooth with the rough
Posted 22 February 2019
Africa’s testing terrain and challenging runways make the Pilatus PC-24 a perfect aircraft for the region, according to ExecuJet, which is the first company to operate and manage the aircraft in Africa. Dave Calderwood reports.
in Business Aviation Krimson marks handling of 150th flight since operations began in 2015
Posted 21 February 2019
Krimson Aviation, the Ethiopia-based trip planning and flight support company marked the handling of its 150th flight since inception this month.
in Business Aviation MEBAA Show Morocco bringing business aviation to North Africa
Posted 20 February 2019
The MEBAA Show Morocco will bring business aviation to the North African region, according to announcements made at a recent local press conference by Ali Alnaqbi, Founding & Executive Chairman of the Middle East &
in Business Aviation / Features CHC contracts cancelled over ‘local employment’ row
Posted 13 February 2019
A row over how many local people are employed by an international company has seen Equatorial Guinea cancelling contracts with CHC Helicopter. Jon Lake reports.
in Business Aviation Embraer delivers 181 total jets in 2018
Posted 11 February 2019
Embraer delivered a total of 181 jets in 2018, of which 90 were commercial aircraft and 91 were executive jets (64 light and 27 large).
in Business Aviation / Features Time for Denali
Posted 5 February 2019
Cessna is entering a new segment of the aircraft market with its in-development Denali single-engine turboprop. Dave Calderwood takes a first look.
in Business Aviation Dassault Aviation signs a binding agreement to acquire ExecuJet’s MRO operations
Posted 21 January 2019
Dassault Aviation and Luxaviation announced today the acquisition by Dassault Aviation of the worldwide maintenance activities of ExecuJet, a Luxaviation subsidiary.
in Business Aviation Gulfstream G280 sets city-pair record on renewable fuel
Posted 18 January 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by using sustainable alternative jet fuel (SAJF) to power a record- breaking flight by its class-leading super-midsize Gulfstream G280 aircraft.
in Business Aviation Acropolis Aviation takes delivery of first ACJ320neo
Posted 17 January 2019
Acropolis Aviation of the UK has taken delivery of the first ACJ320neo, which features new-generation engines and Sharklets to deliver a leap forward in range and economy.
in Business Aviation MEBAA Show Morocco returns in September
Posted 15 January 2019
Business Aviation Flights to Africa were trending up by 8% in September 2018, according to WingX Business Aviation Monitor. The MEBAA Show Morocco returns to the Marrakech Menara Airport this year, 25-26 September 2019, to give the business
in Business Aviation Dassault Aviation releases delivery figures for 2018
Posted 11 January 2019
Dassault Aviation has released figures for its total deliveries in 2018.
in Business Aviation New appointments at Comlux Completion
Posted 10 January 2019
With the upcoming delivery of its first Wide Body completion Comlux Completion, specialists in business aviation, transaction and completion services around the world, has announced new organisational and operational changes.
in Business Aviation Cessna Citation longitude achieves provisional type certification
Posted 21 December 2018
Textron Aviation has announced its Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize jet has achieved provisional type certification (PTC) from the Federal Aviation Administration.
in Business Aviation Middle East and North Africa business aviation association attracts new board members
Posted 11 December 2018
The MEBAA Show sees aviation industry leaders joining association to bolster regional business aviation
in Business Aviation YallaFly - new private charter airline is entering the market
Posted 3 December 2018
YallaFly airlines is a new private air charter airline which is in its formative stages. It said it has been organised to take full advantage of a specific gap in the mid-haul international travel market. The gap exists in
in Business Aviation / Features Bristow floats fixed-wing passenger service in Nigeria
Posted 13 November 2018
One of the world’s major helicopter operators is planning a fixed-wing service in Nigeria. Alan Dron finds out more.
in Business Aviation Gainjet Ireland takes delivery of the world’s first EJ-registered aircraft
Posted 13 November 2018
Celebrating 90 years of the Irish aircraft registry with the Irish Aviation Authority, GainJet Ireland added to the celebrations with its recently acquired Embraer Lineage 1000 EJ-IOBN, being the first
in Business Aviation Bombardier’s award-winning Global 7500 business jet earns FAA approval
Posted 8 November 2018
Bombardier’s flagship business jet, the Global 7500 aircraft, has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification, achieving another important milestone as it approaches entry-into-service
in Business Aviation / Features Kodiak’s Quest
Posted 5 November 2018
An aircraft tailor-made for non-government agencies (NGOs) operating humanitarian flights into the world’s most awkward and inhospitable landing strips now has an authorised dealer for southern and east Africa. Dave Calderwood reports.
in Business Aviation ExecuJet celebrates IS-BAO Stage III and Wyvern Wingman renewal in South Africa
Posted 23 October 2018
ExecuJet, part of the Luxaviation Group, is celebrating the successful renewal of its International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) Stage III and Wyvern Wingman audits.
in Business Aviation Comlux celebrates first year of operation and charter of Crystal aircrusies B777-200LR VIP
Posted 16 October 2018
Comlux is celebrating the first anniversary of the operation and charter of the beautiful B777-200LR VIP of Crystal AirCruises 'Crystal Skye.'
in Business Aviation Falcon 8X certified for EFVS to 100 ft operations
Posted 10 October 2018
The Falcon 8X has been certified by EASA and the FAA for an enhanced flight vision system capability that gives operational credit for poor visibility approaches down to 100 ft, greatly improving access to airports in bad weather and
in Business Aviation Gulfstream delivers first all-new Gulfstream G500
Posted 28 September 2018
Gulfstream Aerospace has delivered the first all-new Gulfstream G500, officially marking the arrival of a new generation of Gulfstream innovation and design.
in Business Aviation AAD2018: Dassault Aviation highlights Falcon 8X
Posted 17 September 2018
It will be the first appearance of the 6,450 nm/11,945 km trijet at Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD2018), which opens at Waterkloof Air Force Base, South Africa, near Johannesburg, on September 19.
in Business Aviation / Features From Russia with verve...
Posted 12 September 2018
With the first Sukhoi SSJ100 airliner for an African customer due to be delivered this year, the Russian manufacturer has toured the continent with its executive jet variant. Alan Dron reports.
in Business Aviation / Business & Finance Dassault and Safran settle dispute over 5X engine delay
Posted 6 September 2018
Dassault Aviation has agreed what it described as an “amicable settlement” with Safran putting an end to the dispute concerning the Silvercrest engine planned to equip the Falcon 5X.
in Business Aviation Comair accredited by IBAC
Posted 27 August 2018
South Africa’s Comair Flight Services (CFS) has been accredited with the International Business Council (IBAC’s) International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) Stage One certificate.
in Business Aviation / Features Malawi President's air ambulance promise
Posted 21 August 2018
Malawian President, Peter Mutharika, used his new year message to promise a number of health sector projects. Among his pledges was a new air ambulance, writes Jon Lake.
in Business Aviation First ACJ320neo is assembled
Posted 16 August 2018
The first ACJ320neo has been assembled on programme, fitted with CFM International LEAP-1A engines and painted in ACJ house-colours, in preparation for a first flight in the coming weeks.
in Business Aviation / Features Caverton rings up eleven new Bells
Posted 13 August 2018
Caverton Helicopters Limited has unveiled what it calls a fleet of “11 new Bell 407 and 412 helicopters”. Jon Lake reports.
in Business Aviation The 'Shark' E190-E2 Jet completes its tour of Africa
Posted 31 July 2018
Embraer’s new generation aircraft, the E190-E2, has visited Africa for a Continental tour.
in Business Aviation Embraer foresees demand for 10,550 new aircraft with up to 150 Seats over next 20 years
Posted 16 July 2018
Embraer forecasts demand for 10,550 new aircraft with up to 150 seats worldwide, worth USD 600 billion, over the next 20 years.
in Business Aviation Vistajet operates recoded number of flights as members increase in first half of 2018
Posted 11 July 2018
VistaJet continued to gain substantial market share around the world during the first half of 2018.
in Business Aviation ExecuJet opens new FBO in the Seychelles
Posted 10 July 2018
ExecuJet, part of the Luxaviation Group, is opening a new FBO facility in the Seychelles.
in Business Aviation Vertis and Privatjet team to bring Global 6000 to African charter market
Posted 3 July 2018
Swiss-based, boutique long-range charter specialist, Vertis Aviation has teamed with Privajet to market a privately owned, Sub-Saharan-based, Bombardier Global 6000 for international charter and will be
in Business Aviation TAG Farnborough Airport becomes world’s first carbon neutral business aviation airport
Posted 27 June 2018
The UK’s main business aviation hub, TAG Farnborough Airport, has thrown down the mantle to the rest of the world trying to meet carbon reduction targets.
in Business Aviation First ACJ320neo enters final assembly
Posted 27 June 2018
The first ACJ320neo has entered final assembly in Hamburg, marking the start of a new era in Airbus corporate jets.
in Business Aviation First landing on an unpaved Runway for the PC-24
Posted 22 June 2018
The PC-24 has made its first landing on an unpaved runway.
in Business Aviation / Features Ivory Coast business terminal set to open
Posted 7 June 2018
The new business aviation terminal at the Ivory Coast’s Félix Houphouet-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan is scheduled to open in May.
in Business Aviation AfBAA appoints Nick Fadugba as Chairman
Posted 1 June 2018
The African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) has announced the appointment of Mr Nick Fadugba, CEO, African Aviation Services Limited, as its new Chairman.
in Business Aviation EBACE: Jetex Expands Global Network to Abidjan
Posted 31 May 2018
Jetex announces it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AERIA airport management company to be the exclusive FBO operator and manager of the newly built FBO in Abidjan, the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire.
in Business Aviation Boeing Business Jets grows order book with new sales
Posted 29 May 2018
Boeing Business Jets (BBJ) has won four new orders in 2018.
in Business Aviation Rolls-Royce introduces Pearle engine family for business aviation
Posted 29 May 2018
Rolls-Royce has launched a new engine family for business aviation, with the introduction of the Pearl.
in Business Aviation ExecuJet Nigeria bolsters services for West Africa with Izy Air alliance
Posted 29 May 2018
ExecuJet is announcing a strategic alliance for maintenance services between its MRO facility in Lagos and local operator Izy Air, based in Abuja, Nigeria.
in Business Aviation EBACE: Piaggio Aerospace unveils new services to its customers
Posted 29 May 2018
Piaggio Aerospace has unveiled a suite of new customer service solutions for its P.180 Avanti aircraft fleet at EBACE in Geneva.
in Business Aviation EBACE: Bombardier unveils new Globals with secret Rolls-Royce engines
Posted 28 May 2018
Bombardier and Rolls-Royce had maintained an entire radio silence over a secret project to launch a new model in the Canadian manufacturer’s Global range.
in Business Aviation EBACE: Vertis celebrates business growth thanks to African activity
Posted 28 May 2018
Swiss operator Vertis was at EBACE this week reporting a major boost to its business due to the growth of African charters.
in Business Aviation EBACE: Honda unveils Elite variant of the HondaJet
Posted 28 May 2018
HondaJet has revealed a new upgraded HondaJet Elite model which made its global show debut appearance at EBACE in Geneva today.
in Business Aviation EBACE: VistaJet now boosting accessibility through Avinode
Posted 28 May 2018
Global charter company VistaJet will have its fleet of over 70 midsize and long-range aircraft available through the Avinode Marketplace from 1 June.
in Business Aviation Government of Morocco supports MEBAA Show Morocco 2019
Posted 28 May 2018
The announcement that the only business aviation show in Morocco, MEBAA Show Morocco, will return in 2019 has been given full support from the country’s government.
in Business Aviation / Features Tiger wants the Russians to roar
Posted 25 May 2018
Tiger Aviation Services (TAS) started its ground-handling services with just four staff in a small office at Cairo International Airport nearly three decades ago.
in Business Aviation Embraer Phenom to make impact with debuts at EBACE
Posted 24 May 2018
Embraer will debut the Phenom 100EV business jet at the European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 29 to May 31.
in Business Aviation / Features Zakaria's Smart moves are on course for profit
Posted 16 May 2018
Alan Peaford meets the man trying to turn around Smart Aviation.
in Business Aviation Latitude DL150 now certified on Gulfstream G450 & G550
Posted 10 May 2018
Latitude Technologies has announced that Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, Georgia, has finalised STC certification of the Latitude DL150 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) for Gulfstream G450 and G550 series aircraft.
in Business Aviation Gulfstream G500 offers eight new city-pair records including Lagos and Luanda
Posted 16 April 2018
Gulfstream Aerospace all-new G500 has demonstrated both its maturity and reliability by establishing eight new city-pair speed records across continents.
in Business Aviation Bombardier announces extended range for Global 7000 aircraft
Posted 16 April 2018
Bombardier has revealed that its marquee Global 7000 business jet, having completed multiple long-range flights around the world, now offers an outstanding range of 7,700 nautical miles, connecting more city pairs than
in Air Transport / Business Aviation / Technology Bose introduces game changing headsets for commercial pilots
Posted 10 April 2018
Commercial pilots can now benefit from the noise cancellation technology that changed the whole communication scene for general aviation pilots following the launch of a new premium headset from Bose.
in Business Aviation London night arrivals still possible at Southend as African operators hit by operation restrictions
Posted 10 April 2018
Business jet operators flying to London from Africa will be facing restrictions for night arrivals during the UK’s summer months – but one FBO will be operating to manage night
in Business Aviation Embraer Services and Support completes first upgrade of Phenom 300 with two-person divan
Posted 10 April 2018
Embraer Services and Support has completed the first upgrade of a Phenom 300 light business jet with a two-person divan, increasing cabin passenger capacity to 11 occupants, the highest in
in Business Aviation ExecuJet announces free trade zone for customers in Nigeria
Posted 26 March 2018
ExecuJet, part of the Luxaviation Group, is announcing the approval of a free trade zone at its MRO facility in Lagos, Nigeria, with customers set to save 10-15% or more on supply and maintenance services.
in Business Aviation Embraer E190-E2 granted certification by ANAC, FAA and EASA
Posted 1 March 2018
Embraer has announced some final flight tests results confirming the E2 as the most efficient single-aisle aircraft on the market. In fuel consumption, the E190-E2 proved to be 1.3% better than originally expected, a 17.3%
