Aircraft

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Nov 14, 2021 - 1:00 AM
Boeing-Ethiopian Partnership Ready to Bear Fruit
An August MOU calling for the establishment of an African aviation hub appears likely to yield more supply business for Ethiopian Airlines.
ACJ TwoTwenty
Nov 13, 2021 - 11:44 PM
Comlux Sees Middle East as Ideal ACJ220 Market
The ACJ TwoTwenty's cabin size, fuel consumption, maintenance, and operating dynamics will likely attract interest in the Mideast, says Comlux.
Nov 13, 2021 - 11:05 PM
Uganda Airlines Makes Dubai Debut
Reformed East African airline Uganda Airlines has resumed long-haul international routes after a 20-year hiatus, with Dubai its first destination.
Nov 13, 2021 - 11:03 PM
Dubai South To See Record Bizav Movements in 2021
Bizjet values have increased in the course of the year
Nov 13, 2021 - 11:00 PM
Armed Orion-E MALE UCAV Debuts in Dubai
Russia’s Kronshtadt is showing an armed, satcom-equipped version of the Orion-E MALE UCAV for the first time outside Russia.
Nov 13, 2021 - 11:00 PM
Secure Management of Kabul Airport Remains Open Question
Qatar and Turkey appear to be offering technical assistance, but international flights remain scarce
ACJ TwoTwenty
Nov 13, 2021 - 5:00 AM
Airbus Offers First Glimpse At ACJ TwoTwenty and ACJ320neo
Airbus Corporate Jets says the VIP versions of its A320 and A220 single-aisle airliners offer more space for the same price as large-cabin business jets.
Nov 13, 2021 - 4:00 AM
Cargo Keeps Emirates 777s Airborne for Much of Pandemic
With around 30 Boeing 777-300ERs converted to cargo-only, even a handful of A380s were employed on cargo charter.
Hindustan 228
Nov 13, 2021 - 1:00 AM
HAL Takes ‘Make in India’ Mantra to Heart
The Hindustan 228 will headline a range of Indian exhibits at this year’s Dubai Airshow.
A330MRTT Spain
Nov 13, 2021 - 12:45 AM
Spain Signs for A330MRTT Conversions
The Spanish air force has acquired three Airbus A330s from Iberia and has now formally ordered their conversion to the MRTT tanker-transport standard.