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Aerospace Testing Intnl • Ben Sampson

FAA clears Beta’s Alia 250 eVTOL for market-survey flights with prospective operators

Beta Technologies has received a special airworthiness certificate allowing it to fly prospective operators in its Alia 250 eVTOL for market-survey flights. The fixed-wing Alia CX300 already holds a special airworthiness certificate, extending the company’s ability to demonstrate both aircraft to potential customers.

Also: Vertical Mag and AINonline

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2026-10-21T04:04:55.208812-07:00

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Aviation Week • Guy Norris, Lee Ann Shay

P&WC Takes Wraps Off Newly Certified PT9 Turboprop

By Aviation Week: In a surprise move Pratt & Whitney Canada has unveiled the PT9, a certified new centerline engine aimed at advanced propulsion for new-generation single and twin-turboprops.

Also: AINonline and FlightGlobal

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2026-10-21T04:04:33.548386-07:00

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FlightGlobal • Kerry Reals

Mexican carriers free to expand US flights as DOT lifts restrictions

By FlightGlobal: The US government has revoked prohibitions imposed last year on flights operated from Mexico City’s two main airports by the country’s carriers.

Also: Aviation24

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2026-10-21T04:05:18.535434-07:00

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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Arajet maintains plans to launch flights to Venezuela after repeated delays

By Air Data News: Dominican carrier requested authorization for six routes, but earthquake damage delayed the start of Arajet still plans to launch scheduled flights to Venezuela after postponing its entry into the country more than once.

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2026-10-21T03:55:32.430744-07:00

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Inflight Online • Keith Mwanalushi

Air India to offer upgraded cabins on all Heathrow flights

By Inflight Online: Air India will operate all London Heathrow flights with new or upgraded cabins from January 2027, including retrofitted Boeing 787 aircraft.

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2026-10-21T04:04:47.798061-07:00

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APEX • Joshua Kupietzky

APEX FTE EXPO 2026: Stellar Entertainment Brings Cosmo AI and New Digital Tools to Singapore

By APEX: Stellar Entertainment will showcase Cosmo AI, new digital tools, and expanded media and audio capabilities at APEX FTE EXPO.

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2026-10-21T04:19:25.068656-07:00

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ch-aviation • Dirk Andrei Salcedo

VistaJet to train Challenger crews at Amsterdam centre

By ch-aviation: VistaJet (Malta) (VJT, Malta International) has partnered with AX Aero Group subsidiary AeronautX to train Challenger pilots at a new centre near Amsterdam Schiphol, due to open in the first quarter of 2027.

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2026-10-21T04:35:47.921328-07:00

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Leeham News

GE Rides Strong Services Tailwinds Despite Challenging Times

By Leeham News: Enginemakers increasingly rely on servicing rather than selling engines. GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp said as much on the company’s third-quarter earnings call on October 20.

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2026-10-21T04:35:50.522414-07:00

FAA clears Beta’s Alia 250 eVTOL for market-survey flights with prospective operators

P&WC Takes Wraps Off Newly Certified PT9 Turboprop

Mexican carriers free to expand US flights as DOT lifts restrictions

Arajet maintains plans to launch flights to Venezuela after repeated delays

Air India to offer upgraded cabins on all Heathrow flights

APEX FTE EXPO 2026: Stellar Entertainment Brings Cosmo AI and New Digital Tools to Singapore

VistaJet to train Challenger crews at Amsterdam centre

GE Rides Strong Services Tailwinds Despite Challenging Times

Bristow Group names Paul Armstrong as incoming chief operating officer, Government Services

Nolinor launches fleet-management service for aircraft owners who lack AOCs

EL AL Unveils Jo Malone Amenity Kits, New Bedding, and Inflight Dining Upgrades

Beta wins U.S. approval to fly prospective operators in Alia eVTOL

easyJet acquires 100% of Adria Tehnika for $4.5mn

VistaJet to train Challenger crews at Amsterdam centre

FAA proposes AD requiring inspections on 980 AStars/TwinStars in U.S.

Nolinor launches fleet-management service for aircraft owners who lack AOCs

easyJet acquires 100% of Adria Tehnika for $4.5mn

EL AL Unveils Jo Malone Amenity Kits, New Bedding, and Inflight Dining Upgrades

Austrian Airlines A320 diverts to Sofia after bomb threat, escorted by Bulgarian MiG-29

GE Aerospace raises outlook as engine demand holds; Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 cleared for passenger service

Archer completes piloted Midnight eVTOL flights over San Francisco Bay, with Los Angeles demonstrations next

Ryanair warns European airfares could rise up to 20% in 2027 as fuel costs pressure airlines

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