News archive: Honda Aircraft Company | Airframer

22 July

ReleaseGKN Aerospace boosts world-leading EWIS capability in Chihuahua

5 February

Elite II becomes first twin VLJ with Emergency Autoland

FAA certification enables Honda Aircraft Company to install EAL technology on HondaJet Elite II jets, with global approvals now in progress.

23 October

HondaJet Elite II achieves test milestone for Emergency Autoland

Successful completion of certification testing has brought Honda Aircraft Company’s automated landing system closer to final approval.

13 October

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company becomes first twin-turbine very light business jet manufacturer to fly HondaJet on 100% sustainable aviation fuel

20 March

The BYA-1’s hydrogen fuel cell stack capacity has been increased to 2.4MW.

Beyond Aero advances hydrogen-electric jet design for certification

The BYA-1 features a refined fuel cell system, enhanced safety measures, and reduced operating costs to support sustainable business aviation.

20 February

ReleaseHondaJet Echelon program passes key milestones on the way to first flight

28 October

ReleaseHondaJet Elite II autothrottle certified by Federal Aviation Administration

23 July

ReleaseGKN Aerospace expands composite and electrical wiring systems capabilities in Chihuahua

15 October

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company reveals name and key milestones of new light jet: HondaJet Echelon

13 July

Longer-range HondaJet will boost Greensboro investment

North Carolina provides a rich talent pool, says Honda, and facilities located right next to the Piedmont Triad International Airport provide an ideal location to develop and produce its new light jet.

22 June

ReleaseLatecoere to design and build composite passenger door for the new HondaJet

21 June

Honda commits to production of light jet model

Spirit will provide an innovative build-to-print composite fuselage and a composite bonded frame for the new HondaJet 2600, with engineering designs currently being finalised.

23 February

The GKN Aerospace facility in Chihuahua, Mexico.

Mexican expansion will serve business jet makers

The Chihuahua facility currently supplies advanced composite and metal structures, special processes and engineering services for leading aerospace customers including Airbus, Gulfstream and Honda Aircraft.

17 October

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company reveals latest aircraft – the HondaJet Elite II

16 December

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company delivers 200th HondaJet

14 October

The HondaJet 2600 Concept is a light jet with trans-continental capability.

Honda breaks cover with transcontinental jet contender

The HondaJet 2600 Concept will feature natural laminar flow technology on wings and nose, and a carbon composite fuselage. Honda says it will be capable of nonstop flight across the United States.

7 October

Honda sets out hybrid eVTOL plans

The Honda eVTOL aircraft will feature a gas turbine hybrid power unit based on its current engine design. This will enable a far greater range than is possible with pure electric aircraft.

27 May

HondaJet Elite S new capabilities will reduce pilot workload and maximise safety.

HondaJet reveals the Elite S with upgraded avionics

HondaJet has launched its latest variant Elite S with additional FAA Data Comm and ACARS capability, COM3 functionality and new Advanced Steering Augmentation System.

25 January

ReleaseHondaJet Elite obtains Russian type certification

21 January

The new 83,100 square-foot facility is the latest addition to the 133-acre Honda Aircraft Company campus.

Honda begins wing production at Greensboro facility

The new facility houses the wing assembly process for the HondaJet Elite, comprising an exterior skin made of machined one-piece aluminium alloys backed by alloy ribs. It will enable the concurrent assembly of more wings.

30 July

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company breaks ground on new wing production facility

20 May

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company to expand its production facility in Greensboro, NC

27 May

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company unveils the HondaJet Elite

19 June

ReleaseHondaJet wiring package contract awarded to GKN Aerospace

11 July

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company receives FAA Production Certificate

23 May

ReleaseHondaJet receives certification in Europe

23 December

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company begins HondaJet deliveries

9 December

ReleaseHondaJet receives type certification from Federal Aviation Administration

17 November

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company concluding function and reliability testing

27 March

ReleaseHondaJet receives Provisional Type Certification from the FAA

20 October

ReleaseHondaJet program update shared at NBAA 2014

27 June

ReleaseFirst production HondaJet takes to the skies

10 June

ReleaseHondaJet to be Visions Systems North America's launch customer

19 May

ReleaseProduction progressing as Honda Aircraft prepares for HondaJet entry into service

20 December

ReleaseHondaJet achieves FAA type inspection authorization

21 October

ReleaseHondaJet program update shared at NBAA 2013

20 May

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company achieves several significant HondaJet milestones

29 October

ReleaseHonda Aircraft Company begins HondaJet production

13 May

ReleaseFourth FAA-conforming HondaJet achieves its first flight

13 May

ReleaseHondaJet product, program and entry-into-service news at EBACE

20 December

ReleaseHonda Aircraft achieves first flight of third FAA-conforming HondaJet and announces milestone on remaining test fleet

14 November

ReleaseGKN Aerospace wins production contract to supply unique composite HondaJet fuselage

10 October

ReleaseCrane to provide Anti-Skid Brake Control System for HondaJet light business jets

9 October

ReleaseAstronics Corporation selected by Honda Aircraft Company to provide EmPOWER® system and windshield heat controller for HondaJet

20 June

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