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LUMINAIR to add nine Cessna Citation Latitudes via Textron Aviation fleet order

Textron Aviation has entered a purchase agreement with European private-aviation operator LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jets. The deal supports LUMINAIR’s European charter operations with a nine-aircraft fleet expansion using the Latitude type.

2026-04-21T08:19:36.931110-07:00

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Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup

2026-04-21T08:52:32.708839-07:00

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Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA approval for Starlink installation on Cessna Citation Ascend and 560XL fleet

2026-04-21T08:52:08.985394-07:00

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ForeFlight adds Emergency Glide Mode for engine-failure scenarios

2026-04-21T09:26:01.880926-07:00

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Wheels Up taps Delta passengers to market private aviation as a “not so far out of reach” option Wheels Up Experience executives said they are targeting high-end commercial travelers by using access to Delta Air Lines passengers to promote private flying as a realistic alternative. The effort is positioned as a push to expand the funnel for luxury membership and charter customers.

2026-04-21T10:36:38.458937-07:00

Wheels Up taps Delta passengers to market private aviation as a “not so far out of reach” option

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Daher brings the TBM 980 and Kodiak 900 to Aero Friedrichshafen for a “dual debut” Daher is featuring two new turboprop-single entries on its Aero Friedrichshafen stand: the TBM 980 and the Kodiak 900. The booth offers visitors a close look at both aircraft as the company builds momentum around its latest iteration of the TBM 900 family and the Kodiak 900 program.

2026-04-21T09:40:48.718316-07:00

Daher brings the TBM 980 and Kodiak 900 to Aero Friedrichshafen for a “dual debut”

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ExecuJet marks 20 years of business aviation FBO services in Germany with key Berlin and Munich bases ExecuJet is celebrating 20 years of business aviation support in Germany, highlighting an FBO network that includes prominent operations in Berlin and Munich. The milestone underscores how ExecuJet has built a local ground-handling and customer-service footprint in two of the country’s major business aviation markets.

2026-04-21T09:40:47.103064-07:00

ExecuJet marks 20 years of business aviation FBO services in Germany with key Berlin and Munich bases

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ForeFlight adds Emergency Glide Mode for engine-failure scenarios ForeFlight has introduced “Emergency Glide Mode” to help pilots identify reachable runways and off-airport landing sites during engine-failure events. The feature is designed to surface better landing options in real time when glide range planning becomes time-critical, improving decision support in an emergency.

2026-04-21T09:26:01.880926-07:00

ForeFlight adds Emergency Glide Mode for engine-failure scenarios

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Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup Universal Aviation, an Evans Aviation company, has opened a new purpose-built fixed-base operator (FBO) and General Aviation Terminal (GAT) at Guadalajara International Airport (MMGL). The facility is the first dedicated private aviation site in the city, aimed at expanding business-aviation ground services ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2026-04-21T08:52:32.708839-07:00

Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup

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AX Aero Group expands into aircraft management, charter, aviation data, simulators and flight training Axis (AX Aero Group) is rolling out a consolidated platform for private aircraft owners, bringing together aircraft management, charter services, aviation data, simulator capabilities and flight training. The initiative is positioned around transparency with owners, bundling services that typically sit across separate providers under one umbrella.

2026-04-21T08:52:09.768538-07:00

AX Aero Group expands into aircraft management, charter, aviation data, simulators and flight training

FlightGlobal

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Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA approval for Starlink installation on Cessna Citation Ascend and 560XL fleet Textron Aviation says it has secured FAA and EASA approval to install Starlink connectivity on its Citation Ascend, with the capability also certified for the Cessna Citation 560XL fleet. The company will offer Starlink as an aftermarket upgrade, citing strong customer demand as the driver.

2026-04-21T08:52:08.985394-07:00

Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA approval for Starlink installation on Cessna Citation Ascend and 560XL fleet

AINonline

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LUMINAIR to add nine Cessna Citation Latitudes via Textron Aviation fleet order Textron Aviation has entered a purchase agreement with European private-aviation operator LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jets. The deal supports LUMINAIR’s European charter operations with a nine-aircraft fleet expansion using the Latitude type.

2026-04-21T08:19:36.931110-07:00

LUMINAIR to add nine Cessna Citation Latitudes via Textron Aviation fleet order

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LUMINAIR to add nine Cessna Citation Latitudes via Textron Aviation fleet order

Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup

Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA approval for Starlink installation on Cessna Citation Ascend and 560XL fleet

ForeFlight adds Emergency Glide Mode for engine-failure scenarios

News Timeline