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News archive: BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG

Every Bulletin story and press release covering BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG, newest first.

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15 July Dual 11.6" touchscreens can each be configured as a primary or multi-function display.

Cirrus TRAC10 trainer gains dual touchscreen flight deck

Twin 11.6‑inch touchscreen displays and Garmin AXIS avionics have been fitted to the TRAC10's three‑seat cockpit, enabling two students to train together.

8 July The TRAC10 will be built at Cirrus headquarters in Duluth, Minnesota.

Cirrus unveils TRAC10 training aircraft

Orders for more than 100 aircraft have been placed by 13 professional flight schools ahead of deliveries beginning in the United States in 2027.

26 February

Tecnam positions MOSAIK59 range for latest regs

The MOSAIC framework removes historic Light Sport weight caps and expands Sport Pilot privileges to include four-seat and twin-engine aircraft operations.

17 December 2025 The Rotax 912 iSc burns just 14 litres per hour and accepts automotive fuel for lower running costs and emissions.

Tecnam debuts P2008JC NG with injected engine and hybrid airframe

The CS-23 certified aircraft will target flight schools seeking lower operating costs higher safety margins and unified fleets from ab-initio through advanced training.

30 October 2025 Diamond Aircraft says the new DA20i blends tradition with innovation for modern training.

Diamond brings back European production of DA20i Katana

The two-seater aircraft features a Rotax 912 iSc3 Sport engine and Garmin G500TXi avionics, offering greater efficiency and performance.

3 July 2025 The Sonex Highwing prototype leaves the ground on its first flight.

Sonex takes flight with Highwing light sport prototype

The company's June 30 test flight yielded expected performance results, with only minor rigging tweaks required and engine temperatures staying within normal operating range.

1 May 2025 The milestone has drawn attention from government, industry, defence and commercial stakeholders as UAV Corp moved closer to deployment.

UAV Corp completes inflation test of SA-70 airship in Florida

The airship will undergo balance and propulsion testing ahead of Phase I flight trials scheduled for May or June 2025.

17 April 2025

Blackshape debuts Prime Xplorer and updates Gabriel and Prime aircraft at Friedrichshafen

Niccolò Chierroni confirmed Blackshape US would follow discussions with a new distributor and customer feedback on recent product developments.

27 February 2025 CubCrafters' Carbon Cub UL is the first aircraft to feature the Kestrel, available through its builder-assist programme.

Hartzell introduces Kestrel composite prop for Rotax 916

The first in the Falcon series, the lightweight Kestrel propeller has ASTM approval, with FAA certification anticipated for later this year.

30 March 2023 The Carbon Cub UL

Latest BRP-Rotax engine debuts with CubCrafters

In this class up to 160 hp, the new propulsion system features fully electronic iS technology for increased performance, greater efficiency and simplified maintenance and servicing.

16 February 2022 Tecnam P2010 H3PS is the first general aviation aircraft with a parallel hybrid configuration to take flight.

Tecnam's demonstrator proves the hybrid concept

The P2010 H3PS is powered by a 104kW Rotax 915 IS engine coupled with a 30kW Rolls-Royce electric motor in a fully integrated parallel hybrid configuration. Its useful load is the same as with a 180hp piston engine.