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2025
15 July

ReleaseCessna Grand Caravan EX to feature new executive interior options, expanding opportunities for elevated missions

10 July

ReleaseTecnam P2012 validated by Colombian Civil Aviation Authority

7 July

ReleaseAURA AERO nears FAA certification for Integral R, the two-seater trainer with aerobatic capabilities, and showcases the aircraft at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025

3 July Cirrus breaks ground on its $13 million Grand Forks expansion.

Cirrus invests in Grand Forks to boost piston and jet output

The 30,000 square foot addition will support SR Series and Vision Jet production and bring new jobs to the region by 2026.

26 June Flight tests are scheduled to begin in early 2027, with FAA certification targeted ahead of a 2030 in-service date.

Otto locks in Phantom 3500 development timeline

As progress on its next-generation aircraft accelerates, the company named its engine, avionics and tooling partners and outlined plans to build and certify the jet by 2030.

16 June

ReleaseDeutsche Aircraft unveils new Garmin G5000 PRIME flight deck for the D328eco at Paris Air Show

11 June

ReleaseEve Air Mobility showcases aircraft design evolution, testing progress, and integrated services solutions at the Paris Air Show 2025

11 June

ReleaseGarmin unveils G5000 PRIME integrated flight deck

5 June The system fully integrates with Garmin flight displays and includes smart servos and redundant sensors.

Garmin flight control system now standard on R66

FAA approval has cleared the way for Garmin’s GFC 600H to be included as standard on Robinson’s future R66 helicopters from SN1510 onwards.

15 May

ReleaseCessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 flight test program advances through milestones as second test article takes flight

14 May

ReleaseRobinson Helicopter Company unveils new R66 Army Training helicopter at 2025 Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit

8 May Once activated, Safe Return flies to the nearest airport, avoids hazards, lands safely and shuts down the engine.

Cirrus fits G7+ with Garmin’s full emergency Autoland

Safe Return, automatic updates and runway alerts have been made standard as Cirrus added Autoland to its high-performance piston range.

22 April

ReleaseGarmin receives 10th consecutive best supplier recognition from Embraer

16 April

ReleaseEmbraer highlights collaboration and commitment in annual recognition of best suppliers

15 April

ReleasePTC continues Onshape momentum with release of Onshape AI Advisor and Onshape Government

3 April The P2012 STOL SMP’s extended wingspan and lift devices allow operation from unprepared and short runways.

Tecnam adds STOL and Continental engine options to P2012 SMP

Short-field operations and simplified piston engine management were key drivers in expanding the mission-ready P2012 aircraft configurations.

3 April

E1000 AX gains autoland and autothrottle in Epic feature upgrade

Epic Aircraft revealed the E1000 AX at Sun ‘n Fun, presenting more than 25 additions designed to raise safety and comfort levels.

3 April The Kodiak 900 and TBM 960 will feature more aligned avionics systems in 2025, streamlining operations across Daher’s aircraft range.

Daher rolls out systems upgrades across Kodiak range

Commonality with the company's TBM 960 has increased as Garmin connectivity, weather radar and backup displays have been integrated across production lines.

27 March Pilatus’s PC-7 MKX trainer, equipped with Garmin’s flight deck, has been ordered by the French and Dutch air forces.

Pilatus selects G3000 PRIME for PC-7 MKX

Garmin's integrated flight deck system provides modern avionics capabilities, advanced safety features and seamless integration with third-party cockpit displays.

20 March The G3000 PRIME flight deck features 14-inch edge-to-edge touchscreen displays, seamlessly integrating advanced flight management, safety and connectivity tools.

Pilatus selects G3000 PRIME for PC-12 PRO cockpit

The Garmin integrated flight deck features high-resolution touchscreens, automation tools and advanced connectivity to enhance pilot efficiency and safety.

19 March

ReleaseGarmin named Supplier of the Year by Cirrus Aircraft at PX25

14 March

ReleaseThe most advanced single has landed: introducing the Pilatus PC-12 PRO

13 March The Robinson R88 features optional high skids for enhanced ground clearance and utility applications.

Robinson goes large with ten-seat R88 helicopter

The R88, Robinson’s largest helicopter, will feature a 950 shaft horsepower Safran engine and a fully integrated service package.

11 March

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter debuts brand-new 480B lineup, including 480B Elite

11 March

ReleaseRobinson Helicopter Company shows upgraded versions of the R66 NXG at Verticon

26 February

ReleaseTecnam's game-changing P2006T NG achieves EASA certification

2024
23 December

ReleaseCirrus celebrates 600 Vision Jet deliveries

17 December

ReleaseCessna SkyCourier achieves Canada Type Certification, bringing operational support to remote regions of North America

17 December

ReleasePiper Aircraft announces M700 Fury certification by UK Civil Aviation Authority

31 October

M700 picks up EASA, ANAC and CASA type certifications

Safety-enhancing features of the Fury include Garmin's Electronic Stability Protection (ESP), SurfaceWatch, and SafeTaxi, providing pilots with increased awareness and control. It also has Autothrottle and Garmin PlaneSync.

28 October

ReleaseHondaJet Elite II autothrottle certified by Federal Aviation Administration

24 October The Cessna Citation Ascend cockpit.

Ascend progresses towards certification with latest update of G5000

The Ascend program includes two test articles – Prototype (Proto) and P1 – which have accumulated nearly 600 flight hours through more than 200 flights.

24 October The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 prototype.

Textron's CJ4 Gen3 prototype takes first flight

The team evaluated the new avionics systems, along with the propulsion, environmental and flight control systems, during the 1 hour and 47 minute flight.

21 October

ReleaseDaher’s Kodiak 100 multi-role aircraft is now available with Hartzell’s five-blade composite propeller for operation on floats

21 October

ReleaseTextron Aviation soars into NBAA-BACE as it unveils the next generation of Cessna Citation business jets - the CJ4 Gen3, CJ3 Gen3 and M2 Gen3

16 October Garmin's latest integrated flight deck: G3000 PRIME.

Garmin unveils latest integrated flight deck: G3000 PRIME

G3000 PRIME has received FAA TSO certification. Initial aircraft delivering with the new kit will be announced by aircraft manufacturers in due course.

28 August

ReleasePiper M700 FURY achieves TCCA type certification

22 July

ReleaseP-Mentor achieves Transport Canada Type Certificate

10 July While the reasons behind this decision are multifaceted, Deutsche Aircraft says the revised EIS timeline will also enable it to implement additional capabilities and improvements to the brand-new regional turboprop.

Service date for D328eco slips back to 2027

Several new features and capabilities are being evaluated, including a further improvement of STOL performance, specifically in non-benign operational environments, combined with advanced avionics capabilities.

5 June Pierfederico Scarpa (Vice President Strategy, Marketing and Sales of Avio Aero), and Alena Medova (Chairman of the Board at Aircraft Industries), sign the contract between Avio Aero and Aircraft Industries.

Avio Aero and Aircraft Industries ink new turboprop engines contract

The L 410NG has state-of-the-art Garmin 3000 avionics, and TCAS and TAWS safety systems are integrated into the aircraft. It is powered by the H85-200 engine and AV 725 propeller.

28 May

ReleaseM700 Fury achieves FAA FIKI certification

6 May

ReleaseAero Friedrichshafen 2024

17 April This new design, the manufacturer says, comes after carefully listening to customer suggestions and improves on all the best features of the previous P2006T models, of which 400 units have been built.

Tecnam's latest P2006T features 300 improvements

Pilots benefit from an additional front door for the co-pilot and external access to the baggage compartment. Windows have also been redesigned and made larger to improve visibility.

3 April The standby flight instrument supplied by Garmin is already in use on thousands of certified aircraft.

Garmin standby flight instruments grace the Lilium Jet

Lilium began assembly of the first Lilium Jet at its manufacturing and testing facilities near Munich at the end of 2023. The first piloted flight test of the Lilium Jet is targeted to occur in late 2024.

26 February

ReleaseBell 505 receives multiple certifications for aircraft features

7 February The new aircraft includes six new interior schemes, featuring new leathers and aesthetically styled seats.

Piper announces the M700 Fury, its fastest ever single-engine aircraft

Airframe changes accommodate a more powerful engine, a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-52, including more efficient intake plenum to improve ram air recovery, new engine mount assemblies and improved exhaust stack design.

29 January

ReleaseA brand new flight deck has been introduced for the D328eco™

18 January The SR Series product line – TRAC20/22/22T, SR20, SR22, SR22T – continues to lead the high-performance, single-engine piston market.

Cirrus unveils the SR Series G7 with touchscreen displays

The SR Series G7 adds new avionics and autonomous interfaces coupled with all-new styling and comfort. Cirrus Aircraft says it is the culmination of seamless collaboration between customer, innovation and operations.

2023
13 December

ReleaseElixir Aircraft receives EASA certification for full glass cockpit configuration

29 November

ReleaseThe virtual flight experience for the D328eco™ takes off at Deutsche Aircraft