Airbus Helicopters H140
Helicopter news

Airbus launches new helicopter at Verticon

Airbus Helicopters has introduced a new helicopter to its line up at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas. The H140 is a twin-engined light helicopter in the 3-tonne class and is designed to be a multi-mission aircraft for passenger, medical, private and business aviation markets. The aircraft [read more]

A350 Flight Management Computers
Features

Flying Time and Fuel Computation Automation in Business Aviation: Surmounting the Political Terrain

The business aviation domain has faced serious hurdles due to the current complex global political scenario, which has made a shift towards the automated systems for calculating flight times and fuel requirements a must. This move is a stepping stone for increasing the operational efficiency, accuracy in flight cost evaluations [read more]

Pictured are Cabin Crew Niamh Keegan and Nicola Carooza Aer Lingus’ inaugural flight from Manchester Airport direct to New York, JFK.
Airline news

Aer Lingus launches Manchester Airport sale

Aer Lingus (EI/EIN) has launched a March sale for transatlantic flights from Manchester Airport (MAN/EGCC) for travel in September through to December 2025. The sale could prove the perfect time for those looking to book some winter sun in Barbados and Florida or a pre-Christmas shopping trip to New York. [read more]

magniX Helistorm
Helicopter news

New range of electric helicopter engines launched by magniX

Everett, Washington based magniX has unveiled a range of lightweight, high-speed electric engines designed for helicopters. Designed for small singe-engine helicopters through to larger hybrid twin-engined aircraft, the Heli-Storm engines have operating speeds between 6,000 and 7,000 rpm and are significantly lighter than turbine engines. By combinging the engines with [read more]

Mixed, and even all female crews are thankfully becoming a more common sight as more women obtain pilot licences
News

BALPA signs Women in Aviation Charter

The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) has signed the Women in Aviation and Aerospace Charter, which reaffirms the union’s commitment to gender equality and inclusivity in the aviation industry. The charter sets out BALPA’s commitment to advancing the careers of women in aviation and creating an environment where women can [read more]

Barbara Harmer (Image: British Airways)
News

IWD 2025 – The first female Concorde pilot

Barbara Harmer’s journey from hairdresser to the first qualified female Concorde pilot is a testament to her determination, passion, and pioneering spirit in aviation. Early Life and Initial Career Born on September 14, 1953, in Loughton, Essex, Barbara was the youngest of four daughters. She was raised in Bognor Regis, [read more]

Features

Why a Kneeboard is a Must-Have for Pilots

Every pilot understands the importance of having ready access to essential flight information while in the cockpit. A kneeboard serves as an invaluable tool, helping pilots organize notes, charts, and other important documents. Its design allows for easy visibility and accessibility, even when strapped in. There are several reasons why [read more]

Airbus A321 Neo (Image: Airbus)
Engineering and leasing news

Airbus delivers 40 aircraft in February

Airbus delivered 40 aircraft to 25 customers in February 2025, bringing the total for the year to date to 65 aircraft. Singe-aisle deliveries topped the list with 20 A321neo, 12 A320neo, one A319neo and four A220-300 airliners being delivered to customers including British Airways, Air Baltic and Wizz Air. Three [read more]