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Summit Aviation acquires Blackcomb Helicopters' sightseeing business and aviation assets

Summit Aviation has completed the purchase of Blackcomb Helicopters’ sightseeing business and associated aviation assets, transferring operations of one of Canada’s best-known helicopter operators. The deal moves Blackcomb’s tourism and aircraft resources into Summit’s portfolio, marking consolidation in the regional rotorcraft services market.

2026-01-22T06:04:36.350612-08:00

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De Havilland completes first flight of 1,000th DHC‑6 Twin Otter

2026-01-22T01:17:16.102029-08:00

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Blackhawk earns STC for 5‑blade composite prop on XP67‑upgraded King Air 350

2026-01-21T08:34:09.616467-08:00

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Tecnam launches P2006T NG twin trainer for US and Canada

2026-01-19T12:44:56.678121-08:00

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Summit Aviation acquires Blackcomb Helicopters' sightseeing business and aviation assets Summit Aviation has completed the purchase of Blackcomb Helicopters’ sightseeing business and associated aviation assets, transferring operations of one of Canada’s best-known helicopter operators. The deal moves Blackcomb’s tourism and aircraft resources into Summit’s portfolio, marking consolidation in the regional rotorcraft services market.

2026-01-22T06:04:36.350612-08:00

Summit Aviation acquires Blackcomb Helicopters' sightseeing business and aviation assets

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De Havilland completes first flight of 1,000th DHC‑6 Twin Otter De Havilland Canada completed the first flight of the 1,000th DHC‑6 Twin Otter, marking a production milestone for the long‑running STOL turboprop. The flight underscores the Twin Otter’s sustained manufacturing presence and ongoing relevance for short‑field and remote operations.

2026-01-22T01:17:16.102029-08:00

De Havilland completes first flight of 1,000th DHC‑6 Twin Otter

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Blackhawk earns STC for 5‑blade composite prop on XP67‑upgraded King Air 350 Blackhawk has earned an STC to fit its five‑blade composite propeller on King Air 350s upgraded with the XP67 package. The composite prop reduces cabin vibration and exterior noise, delivering improved passenger comfort and a smaller community noise footprint for XP67‑equipped aircraft.

2026-01-21T08:34:09.616467-08:00

Blackhawk earns STC for 5‑blade composite prop on XP67‑upgraded King Air 350

GlobalAir.com

Tecnam launches P2006T NG twin trainer for US and Canada Tecnam's upgraded P2006T NG twin has been launched for the U.S. and Canadian markets; developed with training operators and academies to advance the platform. FAA certification is targeted for Q4 2026, with first deliveries pencilled in for early 2027 — a low‑cost, reliable twin aimed at flight schools.

2026-01-19T12:44:56.678121-08:00

Tecnam launches P2006T NG twin trainer for US and Canada

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Enstrom's ascent: new president outlines plan to rebuild Michigan helicopter maker In Menominee, Michigan, Enstrom's newly appointed president is leading a push to continue the company's recent resurgence, outlining a strategy to rebuild the small helicopter manufacturer and ramp production. The visit details operational priorities and management's immediate steps to stabilize growth.

2026-01-19T06:04:22.234016-08:00

Enstrom's ascent: new president outlines plan to rebuild Michigan helicopter maker

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Memorial held for Greg Biffle and six others killed in plane crash Families, fans and members of the NASCAR community gathered Friday at Charlotte's Bojangles Coliseum for a memorial service honoring former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others who died in a plane crash last month. The service paid tribute to Biffle, his family and fellow passengers.

2026-01-16T03:09:35.671977-08:00

Memorial held for Greg Biffle and six others killed in plane crash

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Daher unveils TBM 980 with full‑touchscreen Garmin G3000 PRIME and cabin upgrades Daher unveiled the TBM 980, the sixth iteration of its TBM 900 turboprop family, at a ceremony in Tarbes. The new variant features Garmin’s third‑generation G3000 PRIME full‑touchscreen avionics to reduce pilot workload and adds upgraded cabin features for improved comfort and ergonomics.

2026-01-15T08:31:13.495429-08:00

Daher unveils TBM 980 with full‑touchscreen Garmin G3000 PRIME and cabin upgrades

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Eindhoven to ban private jets and older aircraft Eindhoven Airport will ban private jets and older aircraft, eliminating a segment of general aviation traffic at the regional field. The measure targets business and legacy general-aviation types and signals stricter local operational constraints that will force affected operators to relocate or alter routings.

2026-01-15T06:21:58.138287-08:00

Eindhoven to ban private jets and older aircraft

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Summit Aviation acquires Blackcomb Helicopters' sightseeing business and aviation assets

De Havilland completes first flight of 1,000th DHC‑6 Twin Otter

Blackhawk earns STC for 5‑blade composite prop on XP67‑upgraded King Air 350

Tecnam launches P2006T NG twin trainer for US and Canada

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