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Univity signs MoU with Indonesia’s Telkomsat to explore VLEO and D2D satellite connectivity collaboration

Univity has signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesia’s Telkomsat to explore collaboration on satellite connectivity. The MoU focuses on VLEO (very low Earth orbit) applications and device-to-device (D2D) connectivity, outlining potential technical and partnership pathways for service delivery in Indonesia.

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2026-07-06T13:00:06.934711-07:00

FlightGlobal

Riyadh Air expands into India: Mumbai daily nonstop from August 4 as bookings open; carrier also adds further destinations inclu

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2026-07-06T02:46:02.618215-07:00

eVTOL Insights

Surf Air Mobility and BETA launch electric aircraft trials in Hawai‘i; SkyDrive and Whitesky push eVTOL commercialization in Ind

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2026-07-05T23:51:19.270422-07:00

Aviation Source

Asia-Pacific private jet owners shift aircraft registration from paperwork to strategy

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2026-07-05T15:43:54.943807-07:00

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Univity signs MoU with Indonesia’s Telkomsat to explore VLEO and D2D satellite connectivity collaboration Univity has signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesia’s Telkomsat to explore collaboration on satellite connectivity. The MoU focuses on VLEO (very low Earth orbit) applications and device-to-device (D2D) connectivity, outlining potential technical and partnership pathways for service delivery in Indonesia.

2026-07-06T13:00:06.934711-07:00

Univity signs MoU with Indonesia’s Telkomsat to explore VLEO and D2D satellite connectivity collaboration

FlightGlobal

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MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed test flight supports F-15EX operations, tanker refuels during Pacific Valiant Shield The US Air Force flew the uncrewed MQ-28 Ghost Bat alongside an F-15EX during Valiant Shield exercises based in the Northern Mariana Islands. The MQ-28 also conducted airborne refueling from a HC-130J, demonstrating side-by-side teaming and sustainment with existing fighter and tanking assets in a live training scenario.

2026-07-06T10:15:44.380916-07:00

MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed test flight supports F-15EX operations, tanker refuels during Pacific Valiant Shield

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Riyadh Air expands into India: Mumbai daily nonstop from August 4 as bookings open; carrier also adds further destinations inclu Riyadh Air is marking its India debut with a daily nonstop Riyadh–Mumbai service starting August 4, with bookings now open. The Mumbai launch becomes the carrier’s 10th destination on its website, as it continues expanding beyond Saudi Arabia; it has also announced a new destination in Dhaka alongside existing links.

2026-07-06T02:46:02.618215-07:00

Riyadh Air expands into India: Mumbai daily nonstop from August 4 as bookings open; carrier also adds further destinations inclu

eVTOL Insights

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Surf Air Mobility and BETA launch electric aircraft trials in Hawai‘i; SkyDrive and Whitesky push eVTOL commercialization in Ind Surf Air Mobility Inc. and BETA Technologies have started an electric aviation demonstration program in Hawai‘i to evaluate the operational, infrastructure, and economic requirements for scaling low-emission interisland cargo and passenger air service. Separately, SkyDrive and helicopter operator Whitesky Aviation held a two-day Jakarta event to advance eVTOL commercial plans in Indonesia.

2026-07-05T23:51:19.270422-07:00

Surf Air Mobility and BETA launch electric aircraft trials in Hawai‘i; SkyDrive and Whitesky push eVTOL commercialization in Ind

eVTOL Insights

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SkyDrive and Whitesky Advance eVTOL Commercialization Efforts in Indonesia

2026-07-05T23:51:19.270422-07:00

SkyDrive and Whitesky Advance

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Asia-Pacific private jet owners shift aircraft registration from paperwork to strategy As business aviation in Asia-Pacific becomes more international, aircraft registration is increasingly treated as a strategic decision rather than a purely administrative step. The article highlights how owners’ evolving expectations are reshaping the way registries are selected and valued across the region.

2026-07-05T15:43:54.943807-07:00

Asia-Pacific private jet owners shift aircraft registration from paperwork to strategy

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Starlux takes delivery of A350-1000 “Airsorayama Silver” from Airbus in Toulouse Starlux Airlines has received its STARLUX AIRSORAYAMA SILVER A350-1000 at Airbus’s facility in Toulouse, France. The delivery adds to the carrier’s widebody fleet as it continues deployment of the A350 family in premium long-haul operations.

2026-07-04T23:31:24.656785-07:00

Starlux takes delivery of A350-1000 “Airsorayama Silver” from Airbus in Toulouse

eVTOL Insights

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MD Aircraft signs LOI with South Korea’s Solyu Company for up to 40 MDA1 aircraft MD Aircraft GmbH said it has signed a Letter of Intent with Solyu Company, a South Korea-based aviation and technology firm headquartered in Seoul. The LOI covers a potential order for as many as 40 MDA1 aircraft, setting the stage for further commercial discussions tied to the MDA1 program.

2026-07-03T00:14:04.726413-07:00

MD Aircraft signs LOI with South Korea’s Solyu Company for up to 40 MDA1 aircraft

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