Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
Although the aerospace industry often focuses on big names such as Boeing and Airbus, quieter developments are happening in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, home to aircraft manufacturer Deutsche Aircraft. The company is gaining media attention with its D328eco aircraft, a new-generation turboprop designed for fuel efficiency and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) capability.
AV Web
JULY 24, 2025
NASA reported today on research earlier this year to use 5G cellphone technology to support urban air mobility communications in the future. The research was performed at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland and included two specialized radio systems to study the possible application of 5G tech. Casey Bakula, lead researcher for the project at Glenn, said, “The goal of this research is to understand how wireless cellphone networks could be leveraged by the aviation industry to enable new fr
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Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
magniX, a US firm developing electric propulsion systems for aircraft, has partnered with the Robinson Helicopter Company to develop a battery-electric helicopter demonstrator based on the popular R66 model. This first flight of this new electrically powered helicopter is expected to take place in late 2026, with magniX supplying the fully integrated powertrain and batteries.
Vintage Aviation News
JULY 24, 2025
On this day in aviation history, 128 years ago (July 23, 1897), aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart was born in Atchison, Kansas. The daughter of Edwin Stanton Earhart and Amelia Otis Earhart, she was the eldest of their two children. Amelia later attended Hyde Park School in Chicago, Illinois, graduating in 1916. After high school, she served as a nurse’s aide with the Red Cross and went on to study medicine at Columbia University.
Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
Elixir Aircraft has obtained Part 23 certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), making it possible for the French aircraft maker to commercialize its two-seater trainer aircraft in the US market. Part 23 applies to normal category aircraft for up to 19 passengers and a maximum takeoff weight of 19,000 pounds (8,618 kg). Based in the French Atlantic city of La Rochelle, Elixir Aircraft has developed a fourth-generation light aircraft which is built using mostly lightweight com
Aviation Bussiness News
JULY 24, 2025
Bain & Company has released an updated version of its long-term air traffic forecast, extending its outlook through to 2040. Initially launched in May 2020 as a tool to navigate the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, the forecast has since evolved into a detailed, forward-looking model. It now incorporates macroeconomic indicators, disposable income trends, and environmental cost assumptions to offer a clearer view of aviation’s future.
Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
Hungarian airline Wizz Air has reported a roughly 38% decrease in operating profit in the first quarter of the 2026 financial year, citing increased costs and GTF engine-related groundings. In its unaudited financial results , released on July 24, 2025, the airline announced that its operating profit fell to €27.5 million in Q1 FY26, down from €44.6 million during the same time last year.
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AOPA
JULY 24, 2025
The FAA granted FAR Part 23 certification to Elixir Aircraft’s two-seat composite trainer July 22, the company announced at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin.
Flying Magazine
JULY 24, 2025
As the nation reels from one tragedy, researchers at NASA are working to prevent another as they study a new generation of aircraft—one that could introduce even more complexity in the national airspace system (NAS). Advanced air mobility (AAM) is no longer a Jetsonian dream. Autonomous drones are inspecting infrastructure, flying missions for police and first responders, and delivering food, drinks, and prescriptions in major cities like Dallas-Fort Worth.
Aviation News
JULY 24, 2025
AviationNews – In a move that surprised many aviation watchers, Wizz Air has decided to cancel part of its order for the much-anticipated Airbus A321XLR.
Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
Dublin-based lessor Avolon announced that it had placed an order with Airbus for 15 A330-900neo and 75 A321neo aircraft. With this new order, Avolon’s order book with the European aircraft manufacturer has increased to 79 A330neo and 264 A321neo aircraft. In a press release announcing the order on July 24, 2025, Avolon’s CEO, Andy Cronin, highlighted that this deal signaled both the company’s strong balance sheet position and its confidence in continued high market demand for aircraft.
Aviation News
JULY 24, 2025
Aviation News – 24 July 2025 – Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, today announced an incremental order for 90 Airbus aircraft, comprising 15.
AOPA
JULY 24, 2025
Avidyne’s Vantage 12 avionics received FAA certification to begin replacing Entegra and pre-Entegra avionics on 4,000 Cirrus SR20 and SR22 series aircraft, the company announced July 24.
Aviation News
JULY 24, 2025
Aviation News – 24 July 2025 – Airbus Helicopters has officially launched the flight test campaign for the H160M “Guépard,” the militarized variant of its.
World Airline News
JULY 24, 2025
Toulouse, France, 24 July 2025 – Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has placed an order for 90 Airbus aircraft, comprising 15 A330neo and 75 A321neo. This incremental order brings Avolon’s total to 79 A330neos and 264 A321neos.
Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
Returning for its most ambitious edition yet, Dubai Airshow 2025 is set to transform the skies and the sector, with a programme designed to elevate engagement, connection, and innovation. Registration is now officially open for the 19 th edition, scheduled for 17-21 November 2025 at Dubai World Central (DWC). Reflecting the UAE’s visionary ambitions and rapidly growing aviation sector, the latest edition will serve as a key platform for advancing future technologies and driving cross-sector coll
Cranky Flier
JULY 24, 2025
I know we’re well into Q2 earnings season, but I’m gonna go back a quarter one more time. I’ll admit it. I was kind of lazy. After the Department of Transportation (DOT) released Q1 2025 numbers, I created a post showing the airline changes in unit revenue and capacity in order to show how each airline was doing. As more than one of you pointed out to me, however, that doesn’t include ancillary revenues.
Aerotime
JULY 24, 2025
Denmark has acquired four MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) for Nordic Sea protection and Arctic operations. In a statement on July 23, 2025, GA-ASI noted that the purchase included three Certified Ground Control Stations. “It’s been a very productive year for our MQ-9B platforms,” said GA-ASI President David R.
Simple Flying
JULY 24, 2025
The aviation company, Boom Supersonic , is seeking to revolutionize the future of air transportation by reintroducing supersonic travel. The only commercial aircraft to have offered supersonic transport was Concorde , and very briefly, the Soviet counterpart, the Tu-144 "Concordski." It is now mid-way through 2025, and there have been some significant developments during 2025 in Boom's ambition to bring the supersonic Overture to the market.
Aviation Bussiness News
JULY 24, 2025
Asman Airlines, the newly launched state-owned carrier of Kyrgyzstan has taken delivery of a Dash-8 turboprop. The airline, a subsidiary of Manas International Airport, will use the regional plane to introduce new domestic routes, improving access between remote communities and Kyrgyzstan’s capital, Bishkek. READ: Silk Way West Airlines showcases livestock capability with yak shipment This Dash-8 was sourced through aircraft trader Jetcraft.
Plane and Pilot
JULY 24, 2025
Aviation has acknowledged many individuals who have marked the passage of time and technology to get aviation to where it is today. As a rule, these people have often done something pretty spectacular in the cockpit or, perhaps, in the realm of design. However, behind the scenes, there are a great many people who, through their work, contribute to the advancement and health of this industry.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 24, 2025
Recently, Taiwan’s Starlux Airlines announced it would launch flights to Phoenix, marking the city’s first nonstop link to Asia. Well, the airline won’t have this market to itself, as competitor China Airlines plans to give this route a try as well, though with a twist (thanks to AeroRoutes and Lester for flagging this). This should get interesting… China Airlines launching Phoenix flights in December 2025 As of December 3, 2025, China Airlines will launch 3x weekly flights between Taipei Taoyua
The Aviationist
JULY 24, 2025
The Royal International Air Tattoo delighted crowds with an incredible number of modern aircraft, including for the first time the RAF E-7 Wedgetail AEW1. The latest in the series of Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft for the Royal Air Force, the E-7 Wedgetail AEW1 took to the skies over RIAT on Saturday for […] The post RIAT 2025: E-7 Wedgetail, B-1 Bomber, U-2 Dragon Lady Steal the Show appeared first on The Aviationist.
Air
JULY 24, 2025
All about TCAS or Traffic Collision and Avoidance System Have you ever looked up at the sky, seen two planes cross paths and wondered how they didn’t collide? It’s not magic or chance, it’s TCAS. Today, we are going to talk about one of the most important pieces of modern aviation safety: the Traffic Collision and Avoidance System, colloquially known as TCAS.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 24, 2025
I finally had the chance to fly Lufthansa’s new Allegris first class on the Airbus A350-900! In a previous post, I covered how that didn’t exactly go as planned, due to a downgrade situation. In the comments section of that post (goodness, y’all had some opinions!), there were endless question about Lufthansa’s utterly confusing Allegris first class seating layout.
AV Web
JULY 24, 2025
Investigators found the 2023 crash that killed Eugene Peltola Jr., husband of former Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola, was caused by an overloaded aircraft, improperly secured cargo and challenging flight conditions. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its final report on Tuesday, noting that Peltola was flying overweight and had mounted moose antlers on the aircraft’s wing strut, creating significant drag and imbalance.
Flying Magazine
JULY 24, 2025
The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday approved a spending plan that would channel $22 billion to the FAA to help train more air traffic controllers and start a years-long overhaul of the agency’s aging infrastructure. The funding includes $13.8 billion for operations, $4 billion for facilities and equipment, $4 billion for grants-in-aid to U.S. airports, and $290 million for research and development.
Simple Flying
JULY 24, 2025
The Boeing 737 MAX 8 has a range of up to 4,150 miles, and over recent years, has been increasingly used on long-distance routes. For example, both Air Canada and WestJet deploy their 737 MAX 8s across the Atlantic, connecting Canada with destinations such as Dublin Airport (DUB), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
Defence Blog
JULY 24, 2025
South Korea is moving closer to deploying a next-generation unmanned aerial system designed to fly alongside its KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, aiming to expand the Republic of Korea Air Force’s (ROKAF) air combat capabilities through human-machine teaming. A recent demonstration video released by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) showcased a conceptual air combat mission involving the […] The post South Korea develops AI-controlled drone to fly with KF-21 fighter first appeared on Defence Blog
Simple Flying
JULY 24, 2025
Artificial Intelligence is becoming more common across the aviation industry, with airports and airlines using it to improve operations on the ground. It’s already being tested in areas like aircraft maintenance, passenger flow, and baggage handling. German flag carrier Lufthansa is now applying the technology to speed up aircraft turnaround times.
AOPA
JULY 24, 2025
Gleim Aviation demonstrated its latest pilot-training tools during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin, including a new interactive DPE, or "Digital Pilot Examiner," named Otto. While Otto cannot sign off on a student pilot’s oral exam and checkride, it is designed to raise the intensity and effectiveness of test preparation.
Simple Flying
JULY 24, 2025
Delta Air Lines will resume service to Hong Kong International Airport with a nonstop flight from Los Angeles. Delta will be getting into an already competitive market: United Airlines already operates two daily Los Angeles-Hong Kong flights using the Boeing 787-9.
World Airline News
JULY 24, 2025
DALLAS, July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Southwest Airlines Co.
Simple Flying
JULY 24, 2025
Irish aircraft lessor Avolon has signed a deal with Airbus to acquire another 90 of the multinational European planemaker's twin-engine commercial aircraft. According to the manufacturer, the Dublin-based firm has put its name down for 15 widebodies from its modern A330neo family as well as 75 narrowbody A321neo jets, bringing Avolon's total order book for these two aircraft types to almost 350 units.
AOPA
JULY 24, 2025
For the past 21 months, we’ve shared the journey of transforming a 1958 Cessna 182A from a bare aluminum shell with a yellow velveteen interior into a beautifully resto-modded, do-it-all airplane. It’s been a labor of love, and an amazing story of aviation restoration and industry collaboration.
Simple Flying
JULY 24, 2025
JetBlue is bringing back its nonstop service between Austin and Fort Lauderdale in November, utilizing its Airbus A320 fleet. The route was previously cut in May 2024 as part of a broader network realignment following underperformance on several city pairs.
AV Web
JULY 24, 2025
Mexican and American authorities are trying to figure out how an AeroMexico E190 ended up landing in front of a Delta 737 that had already started its takeoff roll at Benito Juarez Airport in Mexico City on Tuesday. The Delta flight, with 150 people on board, was heading to Atlanta when the regional jet passed over it at 200 feet and landed in front of it.
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