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May 27, 2025
In Q1 2025, flight activity, OEM backlogs, deliveries, and pre-owned transactions all rose year-over-year, while inventory levels remained stableAlthough uncertainty remains around future economic growth due to ongoing trade discussions, the business aviation market is likely to be resilient in the medium term.
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May 20, 2025
First Production Aircraft of World's Fastest Business Jet, the Bombardier Global 8000, Completes Flawless Inaugural FlightBombardier today announced that the first production Global 8000 aircraft has successfully completed its inaugural flight.
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May 20, 2025
Duncan Aviation FBOs Receive Stage 3 IS-BAH Accreditation RenewalDuncan Aviation's FBO locations recently passed the safety audit required for renewal of the company's Stage 3 accreditation for International Safety for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH).
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May 19, 2025
Duncan Aviation Installs Cabin Management Solutions' CMSIn April, Duncan Aviation in Battle Creek, Michigan, delivered a Falcon 900EX EASy to its brand-new owners. When the aircraft left the facility, it sported a striking new paint scheme, a completely renovated interior, and the enhanced audio/video experience the owners craved.
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May 7, 2025
Gogo confirms PMA for Gogo Galileo FDX, facilitating STC generation for super-midsize and larger aircraftGogo has received PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its Gogo Galileo FDX antenna.
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April 9, 2025
Bombardier's New Abu Dhabi Service Facility Highlights Ongoing Commitment to the Region as Customer Support Footprint Continues to Grow Around the WorldBombardier today announced the development of its new service facility at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), further extending its industry-leading maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities around the world.
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April 9, 2025
Duncan Aviation Delivers Ultra-Customized Gulfstream G650Designing the interior of a private jet is no small feat. Some customers come to the Duncan Aviation Design team with a clear vision, and their job is to use our expertise in aircraft interiors to bring it to life.
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April 8, 2025
World's Fastest Business Jet, the Bombardier Global 8000, in Final Assembly and Progressing on ScheduleBombardier today announced that its Global 8000 business jet program is progressing to plan, with its first Global 8000 production aircraft continuing in the assembly phase in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Canada.
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April 8, 2025
Falcon 10X Development on CourseManufacturing, development and assembly continue apace for the Falcon 10X, the largest, fastest Falcon yet. Engineers are working with its mechanical testbed to stress test the airframe's load and fatigue limits, which will help validate its actual lifespan.
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March 21, 2025
Bombardier Grows Service Network in Australia, Adding Line Maintenance Station in Perth, With Plans to Expand into SydneyBombardier is pleased to announce it has added a new Line Maintenance Station (LMS) in Perth, Australia, further complementing its customer service footprint in the region and expanding its network of certified aircraft technicians.
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March 20, 2025
Bombardier, TCS, and TECHNATION Canada Announce the Winners of the SustAInable Aviation Student Innovation ChallengeBombardier, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and TECHNATION Canada are proud to announce the winners of the SustAInable Aviation Student Innovation Challenge, a competition aimed at empowering Quebec's post-secondary students to shape the future of business aviation.
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March 19, 2025
Gogo announces Gulfstream GV and Gulfstream G550 STC for Plane Simple® Ka-band terminalGogo has confirmed Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its Plane Simple® Ka-band tail mount terminal for Gulfstream GV and Gulfstream G550 aircraft.
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March 14, 2025
The Most Advanced Single Has Landed: Introducing The Pilatus PC-12 PROProgressive, Proven, Professional: A completely new cockpit, innovative safety functions such as Autoland, Smart Glide and Electronic Stability, plus a new interior finishes and color schemes.
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March 11, 2025
The Most Advanced Single is Coming – Presented on the First Pilatus Direct Showcase!Pilatus will present the new “Most Advanced Single” as part of its first Pilatus Direct Showcase next Friday.
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March 10, 2025
Gogo confirms PMA for Gogo Galileo HDX, triggering STC generation for more than thirty aircraftGogo has received PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its Gogo Galileo HDX antenna.
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March 4, 2025
Gama Aviation sees increasing business aviation traffic through Sharjah International AirportGama Aviation's new FBO set to reinforce Sharjah Airport's growing profile and offering as a strategic alternative for business aviation operations in the Middle East
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March 3, 2025
Bombardier's Record-Breaking Global 7500 Business Jet Achieves Category-Leading 100th Speed RecordBombardier today announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved the ultimate performance milestone: setting a category-leading 100 speed records(1).
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March 3, 2025
UAS International Trip Support sees ripe opportunities in Asia Pacific for business aviationUAS International Trip Support is proud to be exhibiting and supporting Asia Pacific's new dedicated business aviation event, Business Aviation Asia Forum & Expo 2025 (Booth H15).
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February 27, 2025
Bombardier Celebrates Milestone Challenger 3500 Aircraft Delivery, the 1,000th Bombardier Super-Midsize Business Jet to Take to the SkiesBombardier is proud to announce the delivery of its 1,000th super-midsize aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the history of business aviation.
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February 24, 2025
Duncan Aviation Unveils Unique GLEX with Custom Topographic DesignDuncan Aviation proudly showcases a custom GLEX featuring a striking blue and black paint scheme with a one-of-a-kind topographic map design on its tail.
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February 20, 2025
Gogo is unveiled as new brand for the unified Gogo Business Aviation and Satcom Direct companiesFollowing the acquisition of Satcom Direct by Gogo Business Aviation, the unified company's CEO, Chris Moore, today announces that Gogo is the new brand identity for the connectivity giant.
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February 19, 2025
Embraer's Phenom 300 series named world's best-selling, most delivered, light jet for 13th consecutive yearEmbraer's Phenom 300 series is once again the world's best-selling, most delivered light jet for the 13th consecutive year, according to data released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
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February 18, 2025
Vista to Highlight Continued Growth and Leadership in Asia Pacific at BAAFEx 2025Vista, the world's leading private aviation group, is proud to announce its participation in the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum and Expo (BAAFEx) 2025 held at Singapore's Changi Exhibition Centre (March 4-6).
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February 12, 2025
StandardAero Developing Gogo Galileo HDX STC for Challenger 600 and Global Series AircraftIn response to strong demand for Gogo Galileo HDX, StandardAero is developing an FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for select Bombardier Challenger 600 & Global series aircraft models with estimated availability this year.
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February 5, 2025
Duncan Aviation Turns Dated Gulfstream G200 Into a Sophisticated MasterpieceDuncan Aviation is excited to showcase the interior refurbishment of a Gulfstream G200 that was completed at its full-service facility in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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February 5, 2025
Embraer and Flexjet sign agreement valued at up to USD $7 billion, representing the largest firm order for both companies and reaffirming Flexjet's long-standing commitment to Phenom and Praetor jetsEmbraer Executive Jets, a division of Embraer, announced today a purchase agreement with Flexjet, global leader in the fractional jet ownership segment.
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February 4, 2025
Bombardier Announces New Paint Facility at its London Biggin Hill Service Centre Site, Continues to Enhance its Services and Support Capabilities in EuropeBombardier announced today the enhancement of its London Biggin Hill Service Centre site with a new paint facility adjacent to the service centre building...
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January 22, 2025
Duncan Aviation Revives CL-605 With A Fresh Look and Timeless AppealDuncan Aviation recently completed an impressive full interior and exterior refurbishment on a CL-605, showcasing new veneer and satin smoke nickel plating.
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January 21, 2025
Eve Air Mobility and JetSetGo to Explore Urban ATM Implementation in IndiaEve Air Mobility ("Eve") and JetSetGo, a private aircraft charter and fractional ownership company, headquartered in New Delhi, India, have entered into an agreement to explore and advance the use of Vector, Eve's cutting-edge agnostic Urban ATM (air traffic management) software solution in India.
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January 20, 2025
Duncan Aviation Awarded Factory Authorization From OnticIn September of 2024, Duncan Aviation was granted a licensing agreement with Ontic to service, support, exchange, and sell certain part numbers of their Thrust Reverser Actuation System (TRAS) product line.
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December 17, 2024
Duncan Aviation Transforms GL-5000 with Luxury Sports Car-Inspired Seats and Sophisticated Design ElementsDuncan Aviation's Lincoln, Nebraska, facility recently completed a distinctive partial interior refurbishment on a GL-5000 that sports seating influenced by luxury sports car design.
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December 10, 2024
Dassault Aviation Highlight Latest Aircraft and Regional Support Services at MEBAA 2024Dassault Aviation is displaying its new Falcon 6X extra wide body aircraft at the Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) Air Show in Dubai, which opened on December 10.
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December 10, 2024
IC Leasing orders second Dassault Falcon 2000LXSIC Leasing, a Dubai-based business aircraft leasing company, has signed an order for a Dassault Falcon 2000LXS, making it the second Falcon 2000LXS ordered by the company.
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December 3, 2024
Duncan Aviation and Extant Aerospace Partner to Ensure Support for JET/L3 Legacy Aircraft ComponentsDuncan Aviation is pleased to announce a new partnership with Extant Aerospace to provide critical support for legacy aircraft components.
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November 27, 2024
Duncan Aviation Offers Substantial Incentives for Select Gogo Connectivity Systems Installed Within its Satellite NetworkIn anticipation of a backlog for connectivity system upgrades in 2025, Duncan Aviation is encouraging customers to get ahead of the pack by offering sizeable future credits for upgrading from Gogo's legacy air-to-ground (ATG) systems...
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November 21, 2024
Bombardier's Global 7500 Business Jet Soars to New Heights, Continues Record-Setting Pace with 75 Speed RecordsBombardier today announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has soared to new record-setting heights, adding to its already impressive speed record performances with more than 75 records in the books – a truly incredible accomplishment.
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November 11, 2024
VistaJet Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence with Top Industry Recognition at AsBAA Icons of Aviation Awards for the Sixth Consecutive TimeVistaJet, the world's first and only global private aviation company, was honored with the title of Best AOC Charter Operator at the prestigious Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) Icons of Aviation Awards.
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October 31, 2024
Gulfstream Completes Emissions Testing of Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Zero SulfurPreliminary Results Show Positive Progress in Decreasing Overall Environmental Impacts
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October 29, 2024
The Pilatus PC-12 Was Last Year's Most Flown Business Aircraft in the USAThe Swiss-Made PC-12 was last year's most frequently flown business aircraft in the USA. Specifically, 316,328 takeoffs by the "World's Greatest Single" were recorded between August 2023 and July 2024, representing 8.8 percent of all departures.
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October 21, 2024
Bombardier's Global 8000, the World's Fastest Business Jet, Speeds Forward as Manufacturing BeginsBombardier today announced that manufacturing of major structural components for the 1st Global 8000 production jet is underway across Bombardier facilities in Saint-Laurent (Québec), Red Oak (Texas) and Querétaro (Mexico).
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October 17, 2024
Sustainable Materials for the Pilatus PC-24 Cabin InteriorPilatus is committed to sustainability – as demonstrated by the use of environmentally friendly materials in the cabin interior of the PC-24, including natural oils instead of synthetic varnishes.
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October 17, 2024
Duncan Aviation to Facilitate “Future of Connectivity” Session at NBAA BACEDuncan Aviation's Justin Vena, a senior avionics sales representative with Duncan Aviation, will be facilitating discussion about current and coming connectivity...
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October 17, 2024
Bombardier Showcases Industry Leadership at NBAA-BACE 2024, Celebrates NBAA's Meritorious Service to Aviation Award to Laurent Beaudoin and Pierre BeaudoinBombardier will proudly take part in the 2024 edition of NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas, NV, on October 22, 2024.
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October 16, 2024
Duncan Aviation Developing Two STCs For Gogo Galileo HDXDuncan Aviation is collaborating with Gogo Business Aviation to complete Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) to install Gogo Galileo HDX on the CL300/350 and Citation C680A Latitude aircraft.
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October 16, 2024
DuncanAviationParts.com Sees Double-Digit Growth and Launches Net Terms Parts PurchasesMore customers are embracing the ease and efficiency of DuncanAviationParts.com with the process from search to order is becoming even smoother.
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September 2, 2024
Pilatus Receives Prestigious Living Legends Of Aviation AwardTogether with other members of the management representing the Pilatus Team, Markus Bucher, CEO of Pilatus, accepted an award for notable achievement in aviation at the "Living Legends of Aviation Europe Awards".
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August 27, 2024
Pilatus to Expand Footprint in the United StatesThe Swiss manufacturer of the popular PC-12 single-engine turboprop and PC-24 Super Versatile Jet inks deal to develop a factory-owned flagship sales, design, and service center in Bradenton, Florida.
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August 21, 2024
Bombardier's Global 7500 Business Jet Blazes Forward, Sets More Than 50 Speed Records in Under 50 WeeksGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft.
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August 15, 2024
All-New Gulfstream G400 Completes First FlightGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft.
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July 8, 2024
Gulfstream G700 Marks 100 Days CertifiedSeamless Entry Into Service Demonstrates Program Excellence and Maturity
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July 8, 2024
Bombardier Positions Challenger 3500 Business Jet Mockup in Olbia, Italy, For Customer Viewings Throughout the SummerBombardier is excited to announce the presence of the Challenger 3500 aircraft mockup at the private terminal of the Costa Smeralda Airport in Olbia, Italy.
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June 19, 2024
Bombardier and F/LIST Introduce New Material Lounge at Bombardier London Biggin Hill Service CentreBombardier and F/LIST have announced the opening of a contemporary, 700-sq. ft. Material Lounge at Bombardier's London Biggin Hill Service Centre located at the London Biggin Hill Airport.
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June 12, 2024
Bombardier Unveils Newly Branded Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 Aircraft at Catarina Aviation Show in Brazil, Kicking Off Demo Tour with World-renowned JetsBombardier announced today that its record-setting Global 7500 and best-selling Challenger 3500 aircraft will be on display during the Catarina Aviation Show...
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June 5, 2024
Gulfstream G700 to Make Catarina Aviation Show DebutGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the newly in-service Gulfstream G700 is making its Catarina Aviation Show debut.
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June 4, 2024
Pilatus and Synhelion Launch Partnership for Fuels Produced From Solar EnergyPilatus and Synhelion are about to launch a strategic cooperation aimed at accelerating the scaling of solar fuels for the aviation industry.
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May 29, 2024
Duncan Aviation Completes Large, Multi-Shop Project on Falcon 50Duncan Aviation is excited to showcase a Falcon 50 that was refurbished at its full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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May 28, 2024
Milestone 400th Cessna Citation Latitude Production Rollout Emphasizes its Leading Position in the Midsize Business Jet MarketTextron Aviation today announced that the 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet has rolled out of production at the company's factory in Wichita, Kansas, and is expected to be delivered later this year.
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May 27, 2024
IBAC Marks IS-BAH 10 Year Anniversary with Salute to SRC AviationThe International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) announced the 10th anniversary of the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) programme at EBACE 2024 and honoured SRC Aviation of New Delhi, India, as the first ground handling organisation to reach the 10-year IS-BAH milestone.
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May 27, 2024
SD confirms Avcon Jet as launch customer for SD Plane Simple® fuselage mount ESA terminalSatcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, confirms today at EBACE 2024, that Avcon Jet, one of the world's leading private aviation management companies is the launch customer for the SD Plane Simple® Electronically SteeredAntenna (ESA) Ku-band, flat panel terminal.
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May 27, 2024
SD announces industry-first monthly pricing model for SD Plane Simple® Electronically Steered AntennaSatcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, today at EBACE 2024, launched a new portfolio of pricing plans for customers equipping the SD Plane Simple® Electronically Steered Antenna (ESA).
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May 27, 2024
Best-Selling Cessna Citation Latitude and Flagship Citation Longitude to Offer New Advanced Avionics FeaturesTextron Aviation today announced advanced Garmin G5000 avionics enhancements coming to the best-selling mid-size business jet, the Cessna Citation Latitude, and the flagship of the Citation family of jets, the Citation Longitude.
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May 27, 2024
Orbit announces successful trial of AirTRx30 Satcom terminal over Viasat Global Xpress (GX) SatelliteRecent tests demonstrated impressive high-speed connectivity for business jets as the terminal prepares for entry-into-service this year.
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May 23, 2024
Embraer Partners With Avfuel to Increase SAF AdoptionEmbraer, a global leader in aerospace innovation, today announced a landmark agreement with Avfuel to increase its uptake of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ (SAF) at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) to one load per week.
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May 22, 2024
FLYINGGROUP Adds Ninth PC-24 to Management ProgramFLYINGGROUP has signed an agreement to add a ninth PC-24 to its fleet management program. The Belgian charter company has operated the Super Versatile Jet by Pilatus since 2020.
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May 20, 2024
Cessna SkyCourier Earns FAA Certification for New Combi Option, Bringing Further Innovation and Functionality to Cargo and Passenger TransportTextron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification of a new Combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft.
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May 16, 2024
Gulfstream G650 and G650ER Surpass 1 Million Flight HoursGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the award-winning Gulfstream G650 and G650ER surpassed 1 million flight hours. With more than 560 aircraft in service worldwide, the high-performing fleet continues to deliver on its reputation as one of the most iconic aircraft programmes in business aviation.
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May 15, 2024
Gulfstream G700 Earns EASA CertificationGulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, today announced the all-new Gulfstream G700 has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) type certification, following the aircraft's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification on March 29.
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May 13, 2024
Bombardier Inaugurates New Aviator Lounge in the Principality of MonacoBombardier proudly opened the new Aviator Lounge by Bombardier, strategically located at the Monaco Yacht Club. H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco officially inaugurated the Lounge in the company of Pierre Beaudoin, Bombardier’s Chairman of the Board and other Bombardier’s senior leadership members.
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May 7, 2024
Gulfstream G600 Earns FAA Steep-Approach CertificationGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the clean-sheet, award-winning Gulfstream G600 has been certified for steep approach to landing by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), opening access to more airports around the world.
