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Wheels Up closes $100mn Delta-backed term loan as it gears up for charter fleet expansion

Wheels Up has closed a $100 million term loan backed by Delta Air Lines, completing a deal first flagged in early May 2026. Separately, the charter operator said it is open to scaling into larger-aircraft services in the future, alongside premium-focused customer offerings.

2026-06-01T14:12:45.006309-07:00

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SyberJet to unveil full-size SJ36 mockup Oct. 19 as stretched SJ30-2 variant targets nine occupants

2026-06-01T11:08:15.481047-07:00

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Cyviation warns business-aviation operators face mounting cyberattack risk as small operators lack protection

2026-06-01T11:08:13.517244-07:00

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ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe

2026-06-01T08:28:37.051530-07:00

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Wheels Up closes $100mn Delta-backed term loan as it gears up for charter fleet expansion Wheels Up has closed a $100 million term loan backed by Delta Air Lines, completing a deal first flagged in early May 2026. Separately, the charter operator said it is open to scaling into larger-aircraft services in the future, alongside premium-focused customer offerings.

2026-06-01T14:12:45.006309-07:00

Wheels Up closes $100mn Delta-backed term loan as it gears up for charter fleet expansion

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SyberJet to unveil full-size SJ36 mockup Oct. 19 as stretched SJ30-2 variant targets nine occupants SyberJet says it will unveil a full-size mockup of its SJ36 on Oct. 19. The plan builds on the company’s stretched SJ30-2 concept, which the latest coverage says will accommodate nine occupants—signaling continuing definition of cabin scale and program direction for the new-generation jet.

2026-06-01T11:08:15.481047-07:00

SyberJet to unveil full-size SJ36 mockup Oct. 19 as stretched SJ30-2 variant targets nine occupants

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Cyviation warns business-aviation operators face mounting cyberattack risk as small operators lack protection Cyviation says business-aviation organizations—particularly smaller operators—need stronger protection against cyberattacks. The security specialist’s warning highlights a widening gap between threat capability and the level of defensive support available to lighter fleets and less-resourced operators.

2026-06-01T11:08:13.517244-07:00

Cyviation warns business-aviation operators face mounting cyberattack risk as small operators lack protection

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ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe Brazil’s ANAC and Europe’s EASA have validated the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 configuration with autothrottles, clearing a key capability for potential in-market approvals. The regulatory greenlight is positioned to unlock new commercial opportunities for the aircraft in both Brazil and Europe.

2026-06-01T08:28:37.051530-07:00

ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe

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Swedish armed forces take delivery of two Bombardier Global 6500 VIP jets The Swedish armed forces have received two Bombardier Global 6500 ultra-long-range business jets to renew and expand their VIP transport capability, arriving roughly one year after the original order announcement. The new aircraft add fielded, long-range capacity for state transport missions.

2026-06-01T07:58:25.091267-07:00

Swedish armed forces take delivery of two Bombardier Global 6500 VIP jets

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Defeating Spies in the Sky: Mitigating espionage risks on corporate aircraft Espionage targeting corporate aircraft underscores a growing threat to operators that rely on secure, confidential business operations in the air. The cluster focuses on measures needed to detect and counter surveillance attempts, reflecting how aircraft security extends beyond traditional aviation safety.

2026-06-01T05:27:55.792668-07:00

Defeating Spies in the Sky: Mitigating espionage risks on corporate aircraft

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ExecuJet Africa expands ultra-long-range jet capability to serve long-haul business travelers ExecuJet Africa is expanding into ultra-long-range business jets, positioning the operator to support longer-haul VIP and corporate missions. The move signals a broader focus on high-end, long-range aircraft services in the African market, aligning with continued demand for premium cabin range.

2026-06-01T04:45:05.597267-07:00

ExecuJet Africa expands ultra-long-range jet capability to serve long-haul business travelers

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MRO profile: ACI Jet expands Bombardier and Citation Mx focus ACI Jet, serving California’s Central Coast and surrounding markets since 2008, is expanding its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business with a renewed emphasis on Bombardier and Citation Mx aircraft. The move signals a clearer aftermarket positioning for business-jet operators seeking targeted type coverage.

2026-06-01T03:31:03.470800-07:00

MRO profile: ACI Jet expands Bombardier and Citation Mx focus

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Wheels Up closes $100mn Delta-backed term loan as it gears up for charter fleet expansion

SyberJet to unveil full-size SJ36 mockup Oct. 19 as stretched SJ30-2 variant targets nine occupants

Cyviation warns business-aviation operators face mounting cyberattack risk as small operators lack protection

ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe

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