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The FAA is soliciting public input on establishing priority airspace corridors for space launches, with implications for how such designation will affect commercial and general aviation access to affected airspace.
Embraer's Phenom 300EV business jet has obtained certification with Garmin Emergency Autoland technology, becoming the first light jet and largest business jet with this safety capability.
China's Chang'e-7 lunar mission will deploy a rover and hopping probe near the Moon's south pole to search for water ice in permanently shadowed regions, combining orbital mapping with surface exploration.
Poland's MSPO 2026 defence exhibition has set attendance records with over 1,000 exhibitors from 40 countries confirmed, highlighting international defence industry engagement.
Embraer's Phenom 300EV light jet achieved triple certification and became the first in its class to be certified with Garmin Emergency Autoland, reinforcing its position as the world's best-selling light jet.
Duncan Aviation installed and tested Gogo 5G connectivity in its Citation Excel business jet, demonstrating the system's capabilities for in-flight broadband connectivity.
NOEMI Aerospace has agreed with India's SkyHop Aviation to supply up to 15 aircraft for commercial seaplane operations, expanding the manufacturer's presence in the Indian market.
The Recreational Aviation Foundation is urging pilots to submit comments to the Bureau of Land Management regarding continued access to 10 Utah backcountry airstrips before the September 3, 2026, deadline.
Low-cost carrier capacity is expanding significantly across the Middle East market despite recent geopolitical challenges, with analysis of Summer 2026 flight schedules showing market trends and leading carrier strategies.
AirData's flight tracking platform has logged over 65 million drone operations across 850,000+ registered UAS as the FAA prepares to release its BVLOS authorization rule.
Terra Drone's Japanese-developed interceptor drone, Terra B1, has successfully completed ATLA demonstration testing and is transitioning toward mass production and deployment.
A new U.S. space transportation policy targets over 1000 launches and reentries annually by 2030, coordinating with air traffic control modernization efforts to accommodate increased spaceflight operations.
Palm Beach County and two municipalities are challenging federal temporary flight restrictions (TFR) imposed year-round around Mar-a-Lago, raising questions about airspace management and regulatory authority.
Teledyne FLIR was selected by the U.S. Army for a DUTCH Award to develop next-generation uncooled thermal imaging technology, supporting domestic defense industrial capabilities for unmanned systems.
Archer Aviation and AEG plan to develop an eVTOL vertiport at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles, with Archer becoming the exclusive air taxi operator for the entertainment district.
Uvision, a drone manufacturer, has appointed Eyal Rubin as Chief Financial Officer amid expansion driven by new orders and U.S. business momentum.
SpaceX's Starbase production facility is ramping up capacity ahead of increased manufacturing operations.
University of Waterloo and Airbus established a long-term research partnership focused on advancing sustainable aerospace technologies.
JARUS published updated Predefined Risk Assessments and a new BASIC Operations Manual to support regulatory frameworks for unmanned aircraft systems operations.
The FAA has released an updated oral exam guide for multiengine pilot ratings, incorporating new content aligned with current airman certification standards and covering engine operations, systems, and procedures.
Sky X has opened a new full-service FBO terminal facility at Hammond, Louisiana, offering enhanced amenities for general aviation operations in the Greater Gulf Region.
RED Aircraft partners with BESTec to manufacture Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) systems for its aircraft engines, handling electronic control and monitoring of engine functions.
Space Angel received $1.75 million in Australian government funding to advance spaceport development plans in Western Australia.
ESA and NASA astronauts completed a spacewalk aboard the International Space Station on August 18, 2026, conducting maintenance repairs.
General aviation pilots assist air traffic control and emergency services by providing aerial reconnaissance during wildfire season, helping spot fires and support search-and-rescue operations.
Bengaluru-based drone delivery startup Airbound secured $37 million in Series A funding and plans to launch 10,000 daily commercial drone flights across Andhra Pradesh, achieving a payload-to-aircraft ratio significantly better than industry standards.
Textron Aviation appoints Brian Rohloff as new president and CEO, replacing Ron Draper who is retiring after eight years; the leadership transition occurs amid Textron's corporate restructuring.
Textron Aviation has appointed Brian Rohloff as CEO, replacing Ron Draper who is retiring at the end of August. Rohloff brings extensive experience from within the general aviation manufacturer.
SkyDrive is advancing its electric vertical takeoff aircraft feasibility study in India with Air India and Suzuki, evaluating medical logistics routes for radioisotope and organ transport in Mumbai and Delhi.
Teledyne FLIR OEM was selected to support the U.S. Army's DUTCH thermal infrared sensing initiative, contributing thermal imaging technology for military applications.