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Sikorsky restarts S-92A+ production, targets 2026 FAA certification despite gearbox test-stand delays

Sikorsky has restarted production of its upgraded S-92A+, launching an initial five-aircraft run (targeting 12/yr) and moving assembly to Owego, N.Y., while building three 'white-tail' head-of-state airframes. The company still expects FAA type approval in 2026 despite test-stand problems delaying the redesigned main gearbox’s approval.

2026-03-06T11:32:59.733818-08:00

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When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

2026-03-06T10:19:40.428116-08:00

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Business aviation: Is the industry resilient enough for a Gulf conflict with Iran?

2026-03-06T06:58:53.617083-08:00

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Qatar Executive Europe certified for US operations

2026-03-06T07:19:04.114287-08:00

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Pentagon and FAA to test high‑energy counter‑UAS laser at White Sands to assess airspace safety The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 and the Federal Aviation Administration will conduct high‑energy laser counter‑drone tests at White Sands, New Mexico, this weekend. The trials aim to evaluate safety and airspace impacts of laser‑based counter‑UAS systems and address FAA concerns about civilian flight operations.

2026-03-06T11:39:28.229154-08:00

Pentagon and FAA to test high‑energy counter‑UAS laser at White Sands to assess airspace safety

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Sikorsky restarts S-92A+ production, targets 2026 FAA certification despite gearbox test-stand delays Sikorsky has restarted production of its upgraded S-92A+, launching an initial five-aircraft run (targeting 12/yr) and moving assembly to Owego, N.Y., while building three 'white-tail' head-of-state airframes. The company still expects FAA type approval in 2026 despite test-stand problems delaying the redesigned main gearbox’s approval.

2026-03-06T11:32:59.733818-08:00

Sikorsky restarts S-92A+ production, targets 2026 FAA certification despite gearbox test-stand delays

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When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns Within hours of Iran’s retaliatory strikes the cascade began: airspace closures, mass cancellations and a collapse of booking systems. This piece presents a decision framework for airlines, airports and regulators to restore routings, rebook passengers and restart commercial services after Middle East airspace shutdowns.

2026-03-06T10:19:40.428116-08:00

When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

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Qatar Executive Europe certified for US operations Qatar Executive Europe has been certified to conduct operations into the United States, authorising the Qatar Airways Group’s business-aviation unit to operate U.S. flights. The regulatory clearance lets the operator expand North American services and support corporate and private-jet customers across the region.

2026-03-06T07:19:04.114287-08:00

Qatar Executive Europe certified for US operations

AINonline

Business aviation: Is the industry resilient enough for a Gulf conflict with Iran? Security experts warn a military conflict with Iran would sharply test business aviation’s resilience in the Gulf, threatening airspace access, routings, crew and passenger safety, and prompting flight suspensions or costly long‑range diversions that could drive surge demand for private charters.

2026-03-06T06:58:53.617083-08:00

Business aviation: Is the industry resilient enough for a Gulf conflict with Iran?

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Turbolyft to unveil AWARE at Verticon 2026 — full‑perimeter helicopter situational‑awareness system Turbolyft will unveil AWARE at Verticon 2026, a helicopter situational‑awareness platform that delivers a single, unobstructed, full‑aircraft‑perimeter view to eliminate blind spots. It enhances approach safety and landing‑zone awareness, addressing visual limitations in low‑visibility and confined‑area operations across civil and military rotorcraft missions.

2026-03-06T05:52:59.155116-08:00

Turbolyft to unveil AWARE at Verticon 2026 — full‑perimeter helicopter situational‑awareness system

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TSB urges tactile post‑de‑icing checks after Summit Air Dash 8‑100 vibration on climb Canada's Transportation Safety Board has emphasised the need for tactile inspection of aircraft surfaces after de-icing, following a vibration incident. A Summit Air De Havilland Dash 8‑100 departing Thunder Bay for Moosonee on 19 February reported vibration while climbing through 10,000 ft, prompting an investigation.

2026-03-06T05:38:53.582654-08:00

TSB urges tactile post‑de‑icing checks after Summit Air Dash 8‑100 vibration on climb

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IndiGo grounds Boeing 787 fleet and suspends European services IndiGo has grounded its Boeing 787 fleet and suspended European operations, halting scheduled long‑haul services to multiple destinations. The carrier has not publicly disclosed the reason; airlines, regulators and markets are awaiting further details as schedules are reworked.

2026-03-06T04:33:43.142620-08:00

IndiGo grounds Boeing 787 fleet and suspends European services

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Sikorsky restarts S-92A+ production, targets 2026 FAA certification despite gearbox test-stand delays

When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

Business aviation: Is the industry resilient enough for a Gulf conflict with Iran?

Qatar Executive Europe certified for US operations

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