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With Skywise, Airbus is re-imagining the digital sky
Lear more about the digital transformation in aviation, flight operations, technical operations, ground operations
Heart of the mission: Airbus-built ESM to power historic Artemis II crew to the Moon
The European service module, built by Airbus for ESA and NASA is at the heart of the mission and is ready to power the historic Artemis II crew to the Moon
Beyond speed: Racer demonstrator proves agility and stability in latest test campaign
With over 50 flight hours now logged, the Racer has stacked new milestones - from steep slope landings to high-G turns - proving its mission capacity.
Successful first demo flight for Airbus’ uncrewed Bird of Prey interceptor
Successful first demo flight: Airbus’ uncrewed Bird of Prey interceptor autonomously engages kamikaze drone with Frankenburg missile
Safety First: H125 virtual reality simulator deployed in Nepal
As part of a safety event, Airbus Helicopters deployed the H125 virtual reality simulator, developed in collaboration with Loft Dynamics.
Pushing the A350F to the limits: aircraft ground testing gets underway
Discover how Airbus tests the new A350F freighter. Explore the innovative ground tests for its new cargo systems, main-deck doors, and technologies.
Airbus unveils Skywise subsidiary, integrating Navblue and Skywise digital services solutions
Airbus unveils Skywise subsidiary, integrating Navblue and Skywise Digital solutions
Airbus brings digital technology to firefighting
Airbus has just successfully completed a unique first-of-its-kind trial in forest firefighting.
Designing reliability in times of crisis
William Sampson, Airbus Helicopters’ VP Head of Market Operations explains why the Company’s helicopters are always ready to make a difference.
Airbus continues to strengthen sovereign cyber security with acquisition of Ultra Cyber Ltd in the UK
Airbus Strengthens UK Sovereign Cyber Security via Ultra Cyber Ltd Acquisition

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Save the Date: Part-IS Workshop 2026 – October 07-08 March 26, 2026
The Part-IS Workshop 2026 will take place on 7 - 8 October 2026 at the EASA premises.
SAVE THE DATE — Innovative Air Mobility Implementation Forum March 26, 2026
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is pleased to announce the second edition of the Innovative Air Mobility (IAM) Implementation Forum. Following the strong engagement and fruitful exchanges of the inaugural event, this new edition will once again gather authorities, industry leaders, technical experts, and community representatives to discuss the evolving IAM, UAS and U-space […]
ATM/ANS Equipment Conformity Assessment Workshop March 24, 2026
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) organises this Workshop on the ATM/ANS Equipment Conformity Assessment framework, which was recently established by Regulations (EU) 2023/1768 and (EU) 2023/1769. The Workshop objectives are to present:
IMRBPB Annual Meeting 2026 March 19, 2026
The IMRBPB aims at developing higher maintenance standards and improving safety in maintenance aspects. It allows harmonization between authorities and ensures a common approach.At the IMRBPB Annual Meeting 2026, various improvements are to be agreed, among others:- the update of the International Maintenance Process Standard (IMPS) document;- the Maintenance Programme Development tool MSG-3; and- associated […]
SAVE THE DATE — EASA Annual Safety Conference 2026 March 18, 2026
SAVE THE DATE for EASA’s Annual Safety Conference 2026, which will take place as an in-person event in Dublin, Ireland on November 18-19.The theme for this year's conference is “Safety Together: Turning Priorities into Action”. The event is being held in conjunction with Ireland's EU presidency and in cooperation with the Irish Aviation Authority.
Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Design Compliance Workshop March 18, 2026
European UAS operations are expanding from the low to the medium risk of the regulatory framework, supported by compliance methods for UAS design gradually nearing completion. It’s a pivotal point in time and National Aviation Authorities, EASA and Industry should get together, ensure clear and harmonized understanding, and discuss residual gaps and potential improvements for UAS […]
NADIR Final dissemination event - Enhanced fault detection and diagnosis solutions for air data systems March 11, 2026
Looking back at aviation history, multiple factors such as e.g. improved training or Safety Management System implementation have brought continuous significant safety improvements. Innovative and advanced control also played a major role in enhancing the safety, especially thanks to technology like the digital Fly-By-Wire (FBW) systems first introduced in 1988 with the Airbus A320 Program. […]
EASA Artificial Intelligence Days 2026 March 9, 2026
Dear Artificial Intelligence fans – EASA AI Days are back! EASA will host the 4th edition of the high-level “EASA AI Days” Conference on September 9-10, 2026 at EASA’s premises in Cologne, Germany. The conference will focus on the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence for aviation, including updates on EASA’s new Concept Paper on AI applications […]
Safety Management Member States Technical Body March 2, 2026
The Safety Management TeB is (i) advising the Member States on the implementation and maintenance of their State Safety Programmes by exchanging information and addressing implementation issues; (ii) providing feedback and recommendations on the implementation of the EPAS in regard to systemic issues; as well as when action is required on issues related to the […]
EASA Helicopters Flight Test Workshop March 1, 2026
Flight testing is certainly a complex certification compliance activity, requiring a considerable amount of resources, exposure to risk and close coordination between different internal and external stakeholders. Based on the positive feedback gathered from the first event held in 2024, and following the many requests received, EASA is pleased to host the second edition of the […]

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (03.30.26)
“This wasn’t an easy decision, but it’s the right one. I believe in making room for the next generation. I would love to be able to help business steer its way through the legislative process, or associations, companies, whatever the case may be, and help them achieve what their outcome is...” Source: Rep. Sam Graves […]
Airborne 03.30.26: Sonex Shuts Down, Piston Av Imperils Students, AEA26 LIVE!
Also: Artemis II Prepped, Phoenix PD Helos Shot At, Special ERAU C172, Zero-Gravity Indicator Announced Sonex Aircraft has ceased operations effective immediately. The decision was announced in a video message from owner Mark Schaible -- citing declining sales, rising production costs, and mounting debt, even amid the much-anticipated release of its Highwing kit. The move […]
ANN's Daily Aero-Term (03.30.26): Chart Supplement U.S.
Chart Supplement U.S. A flight information publication designed for use with appropriate IFR or VFR charts which contains data on all airports, seaplane bases, and heliports open to the public including communications data, navigational facilities, airport diagrams, certain special notices, and non-regulatory procedures. This publication is issued for the conterminous U.S., Puerto Rico, and the […]
Airborne 03.16.26: Fuel Costs Rise, New MD-564 Heli, FL's Anti-ADSB Fee Bill
Also: LSA SAIB, PC-12 PRO Order, Graham To Serve Another Term, IATA Annual Safety Report The national price for Jet A full service averaged $6.41 a gallon in February, representing an increase of $0.06 (0.9%) compared to January. Excluding Alaska and Hawaii, Lower-48 Jet A full service averaged $6.36, up $0.06 (1.0%), according to our […]
Airborne 03.13.26: R66 TURBINETRUCK!, UT Airport Reprieve, ANN Needs Stringers
Also: Starship Version 3 Postponement, Moog Auto Pilot Line Acquired, VAI Career Program, Coalition On Radio Altimeter Mandate Sikorsky and Robinson Helicopter Company have pulled the wraps off the new R66 TURBINETRUCK: an autonomous cargo variant built around the beloved Robinson R66 platform and powered by Sikorsky’s MATRIX autonomy system. The project takes a proven […]
Airborne 03.20.26: AOPA Backs Down, Firefly Wins Collier, ANN Presents AEA LIVE!
Also: World’s ‘Ugliest Aircraft’, Airplane-Helicopter Traffic Changes, 737 MAX Class Action, Spirit Heads for 'un-Bankruptcy?' AOPA is stepping back from the abyss... and serious changes are afoot... but the big question is whether or not that will help them out of the huge hole they dug for themselves in the preceding weeks. AOPA has confirmed […]
Airborne 03.18.26: 100th Rocket Anniversary, SnF26 NOTAM, Garmin Service Alert
Also: DEN Asks For TSA Support, NBAA Small A/C Exemption, Shaw Expo Postponed, Cruz Claims Pentagon 'Blindsided' The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has released its collection to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Dr. Robert H. Goddard’s first liquid-fueled rocket test flight, which effectively launched the space age. Goddard, assisted by his […]
Airborne 03.19.26: AOPA Scandal Grows, Airport Wins, U-2 Dragon Lady Updates
Also: Air Tanker Helps Firefighters, Spirit Shrinks, EXTRA NG AD, 5 ATR 72-600 Sale In the last 48 hours, an intriguing web site popped up out of nowhere... SAVEAOPA.org... with great detail about some of the many postulated issues that have arisen since Darren Pleasance was forced out of the top spot... The site claimed […]
NTSB Prelim: Vans Aircraft RV-8
Witnesses Stated That The Pilot Appeared To Attempt To Recover From The Roll, And That The Airplane Was In A Wings Level Attitude Before It Impacted Terrain On February 28, 2026, at about 1005 mountain standard time, an experimental amateur-built, Vans Aircraft, RV-8, N80AR, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near […]
Classic Aero-TV: CiES Fuel-Quantity and e-Throttle Systems Praised
From 2023 (YouTube Edition): Bridge of CiES CiES Inc. is a Bend, Oregon-based designer and manufacturer of modular embedded aircraft systems and sensors. The company’s fuel-level senders have largely transformed—and bettered—fuel-management in general aviation aircraft. Differing dramatically from marginally-reliable float and legacy capacitance fuel-sensor systems, CiES’s intelligent fuel-level sensors are precise, dependable, and safe. Comprising […]

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NASA’s X-59 returns to flight after false cockpit warning April 1, 2026
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic demonstrator returned to flight after investigators determined that a cockpit warning light that cut… The post NASA’s X-59 returns to flight after false cockpit warning appeared first on AeroTime.
Pentagon signs seven-year deal with Boeing to triple PAC-3 seeker output April 1, 2026
The Pentagon has signed a seven-year framework agreement with Boeing to triple the production of seekers for the… The post Pentagon signs seven-year deal with Boeing to triple PAC-3 seeker output appeared first on AeroTime.
LATAM becomes first South American carrier to roll out Wi-Fi on long-haul routes April 1, 2026
LATAM Airlines has completed its first long-haul flight equipped with internet connectivity. The new service was introduced on… The post LATAM becomes first South American carrier to roll out Wi-Fi on long-haul routes appeared first on AeroTime.
Philippine Airlines profits rise to $160 million in 2025 despite higher costs April 1, 2026
Philippine Airlines (PAL) closed 2025 with a net income of $160.4 million, a 6.1% increase from the previous… The post Philippine Airlines profits rise to $160 million in 2025 despite higher costs appeared first on AeroTime.
Ibrahim Canliel succeeds Peter Foster as Air Astana Group CEO April 1, 2026
Ibrahim Canliel has taken over as Chief Executive Officer of Air Astana Group, stepping into the role after… The post Ibrahim Canliel succeeds Peter Foster as Air Astana Group CEO appeared first on AeroTime.
The future of Changi: Lim Ching Kiat on AI, pharma, and Terminal 5 plans April 1, 2026
Singapore’s Changi Airport (SIN) welcomed close to 70 million passengers in 2025, not just recovering from the pandemic… The post The future of Changi: Lim Ching Kiat on AI, pharma, and Terminal 5 plans appeared first on AeroTime.
SAS marks 80th anniversary with A330-300 painted in special historical livery April 1, 2026
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has unveiled a special new livery on one of its aircraft to celebrate the carrier’s… The post SAS marks 80th anniversary with A330-300 painted in special historical livery appeared first on AeroTime.
Russian An-26 military transport crashes in Crimea, killing all 29 on board April 1, 2026
A Russian military transport aircraft crashed in occupied Crimea on March 31, killing all 29 people on board, according to… The post Russian An-26 military transport crashes in Crimea, killing all 29 on board appeared first on AeroTime.
Hegseth overrules US Army to reinstate Apache crews after Kid Rock flyby April 1, 2026
A viral video moment that looked straight out of a political ad for the administration of US President… The post Hegseth overrules US Army to reinstate Apache crews after Kid Rock flyby appeared first on AeroTime.
Pilot ejects safely as US Air Force F-35 crashes in Nevada March 31, 2026
A pilot ejected safely from a US Air Force F-35 after reporting trouble maneuvering before the jet crashed… The post Pilot ejects safely as US Air Force F-35 crashes in Nevada appeared first on AeroTime.