UK government spent over $1 million painting Airbus A321neo in British flag
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the UK government spent more than $1 million (£783,940) painting an Airbus…
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Virgin Galactic abandons Boom Supersonic jet order
Virgin Galactic has abandoned its order for jets from Boom Supersonic, a United States (US)-based company that aims…
In pictures: NASA’s futuristic X-59 supersonic jet nears runway
NASA’s X-59 aircraft moved from its construction site to the runway at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works. This crucial…
FAA recruiting pilots to undergo cognitive tests in paid research study
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is recruiting pilots who will be attending the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) AirVenture…
Pilot airlifted to hospital after WW2 Wildcat fighter plane crash-lands
The pilot of a Grumman General Motors Wildcat fighter plane was airlifted to hospital when the aircraft was…
A third of European summer flights at risk if air traffic controllers strike
Up to a third of European flights could be cancelled or delayed this summer if proposed strikes by…
Alerion Aviation expands private jet fleet with four new business aircraft
Private jet firm Alerion Aviation has announced that it is increasing its private jet fleet with the arrival…
Icelandair becomes Airbus’ newest customer with order for 13 A321XLR jets
Icelandair has become Airbus’ newest customer with an order for 13 A321XLR aircraft. Icelandair, the main Icelandic airline…
Heathrow runway closed after drone flew within 3ft of Finnair A320’s engine
A report by the UK Airprox Board has revealed that an illegal drone came within 3ft of a…
Mexican carrier Viva Aerobus signs deal with Airbus for 90 A321neo aircraft
Mexican ultra-low-cost airline Viva Aerobus and aircraft giant Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for 90…
Top 10 supersonic business jets to look out for in the future
The return of supersonic travel is an appealing thought. It has been 76 years since Chuck Yeager broke…
Fire crews assist Emirates A380 following reports of smoke after landing: video
Fire crews at Birmingham Airport (BHX), United Kingdom (UK), assisted an Emirates Airbus A380 after smoke appeared to…
Electric seaplane developer Jekta secures 50-strong order from India
Jekta, a Swiss-based company developing a brand new all-electric commercial seaplane, has confirmed an order for 50 PHA-ZE…
Airbus reveals Racer experimental helicopter livery
Airbus Helicopters has revealed the livery for its new Racer (Rapid and Cost-Effective Rotorcraft) helicopter demonstrator. This experimental rotorcraft…
Pilot was unlicensed when Piper Cherokee crash killed both him and his wife
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has concluded that the pilot of a Piper PA-28-180 Cherokee was unlicensed…
Five dead after Piper PA-32R-300 crashes shortly after take-off
Five people, including the pilot, have been confirmed dead after a Piper PA-32R-300 crashed shortly after take-off in…
Exploring the features and specifications of the Boeing 787-9
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is an American state-of-the-art aircraft that has revolutionized air travel with its advanced technology,…
It’s not just about bikes: the aeronautical side of the Tour de France
The Tour de France, possibly the most popular cycling race in the World, has also its aeronautical component. Every…