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PrivatPort builds executive-aviation capacity: adds Mexico FBO footprint and opens a Dubai operations center

PrivatPort, Swissport’s rebranded executive aviation support unit, is expanding its fixed-base operator (FBO) and ground-services footprint, including new operations in Mexico and the opening of a Dubai operations center. The move broadens Swissport’s ability to support corporate and private aviation customers across key regions.

2026-06-17T09:17:29.134369-07:00

New York Times

NetJets Citation Latitude crash in Texas kills 1 during emergency diversion near Laredo

2026-06-17T02:09:17.576480-07:00

AeroTime

Bombardier Global 8000 enters service in Africa with Nigeria’s BUA Group

2026-06-17T03:59:24.476906-07:00

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Russia’s North-West adds a fifth Bombardier Global 6500 amid sanctions

2026-06-17T01:02:55.813808-07:00

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Metrojet places first Global 8000 into Asia service as Germany moves toward a six-aircraft Bundeswehr order Metrojet has taken its first Bombardier Global 8000 into service for its managed fleet in Hong Kong, adding ultra-long-range capacity to its charter/operations portfolio. Separately, a German report says the Bundeswehr is preparing a tender for six Global 8000 aircraft, potentially converted for VIP/“Störflugzeuge” roles.

2026-06-17T10:19:04.710900-07:00

Metrojet places first Global 8000 into Asia service as Germany moves toward a six-aircraft Bundeswehr order

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Gogo Galileo HDX gets FAA STC for Pilatus PC-12 install, enabling global LEO low-latency connectivity via electronically steered Pro Star Aviation has received FAA approval for an STC enabling installation of Gogo’s Galileo HDX low-Earth-orbit satcom on the Pilatus PC-12. The system uses Gogo’s SD Government-developed Galileo HDX electronically steered antenna to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity globally with minimally invasive installation.

2026-06-17T10:19:04.125079-07:00

Gogo Galileo HDX gets FAA STC for Pilatus PC-12 install, enabling global LEO low-latency connectivity via electronically steered

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PrivatPort builds executive-aviation capacity: adds Mexico FBO footprint and opens a Dubai operations center PrivatPort, Swissport’s rebranded executive aviation support unit, is expanding its fixed-base operator (FBO) and ground-services footprint, including new operations in Mexico and the opening of a Dubai operations center. The move broadens Swissport’s ability to support corporate and private aviation customers across key regions.

2026-06-17T09:17:29.134369-07:00

PrivatPort builds executive-aviation capacity: adds Mexico FBO footprint and opens a Dubai operations center

AeroTime

Bombardier Global 8000 enters service in Africa with Nigeria’s BUA Group Bombardier’s first Global 8000 executive jet has entered service in Africa after delivery to Nigeria’s BUA Group. The aircraft’s induction adds the Global 8000 to a growing pool of next-generation ultra-long-range business jets operating from the region.

2026-06-17T03:59:24.476906-07:00

Bombardier Global 8000 enters service in Africa with Nigeria’s BUA Group

New York Times

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NetJets Citation Latitude crash in Texas kills 1 during emergency diversion near Laredo A NetJets-operated Cessna 680 Citation Latitude (registration N523QS) crashed on the Loop 20 highway near Laredo, Texas, on June 16, 2026, after attempting to land at Laredo International Airport while diverting from en route service to Austin. One of six on board died; the others were taken to hospital as federal investigations begin.

2026-06-17T02:09:17.576480-07:00

NetJets Citation Latitude crash in Texas kills 1 during emergency diversion near Laredo

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Russia’s North-West adds a fifth Bombardier Global 6500 amid sanctions Russia’s North-West operator reportedly added a fifth Bombardier Global 6500 to its fleet, a move framed against ongoing sanctions headwinds. The purchase underscores continued use of Western-built ultra-long-range business jets despite export and operating constraints.

2026-06-17T01:02:55.813808-07:00

Russia’s North-West adds a fifth Bombardier Global 6500 amid sanctions

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Jet.AI adjourns shareholder vote on flyExclusive asset-sale to June 23 Jet.AI’s special meeting of stakeholders to approve the sale of all private aviation assets to flyExclusive—originally set for June 11—has been adjourned to June 23. The delay is intended to provide additional time for voting on transaction proposals.

2026-06-16T11:05:05.235204-07:00

Jet.AI adjourns shareholder vote on flyExclusive asset-sale to June 23

Flying Magazine

Hop-A-Jet urges stronger FAA corrosion AD after Challenger 604 dual-engine failure Hop-A-Jet is calling for additional inspections and improved notification in the context of a GE engine corrosion airworthiness directive. The push follows a 2024 Challenger 604 event in which engine corrosion downed the aircraft over I-75, with a trained flight attendant preventing further harm by managing the cabin.

2026-06-16T09:50:15.152527-07:00

Hop-A-Jet urges stronger FAA corrosion AD after Challenger 604 dual-engine failure

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PrivatPort builds executive-aviation capacity: adds Mexico FBO footprint and opens a Dubai operations center

NetJets Citation Latitude crash in Texas kills 1 during emergency diversion near Laredo

Bombardier Global 8000 enters service in Africa with Nigeria’s BUA Group

Russia’s North-West adds a fifth Bombardier Global 6500 amid sanctions

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