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Airbus awarded contract for SpainSat NG-III secure communications satellite
Hisdesat selected Airbus to act as prime contractor for SpainSat NG-III, Europe’s most advanced secure communications satellite
Pushing the A350F to the limits: Ground Vibration Testing
Find out more regarding A350F Ground Vibration Test.
Airbus delivers first NH90 designed for special operations to France
Airbus Helicopters has officially delivered the first NH90 Standard 2 to the French Armament General Directorate (DGA).
Airbus reports Half-Year (H1) 2026 results
Airbus SE (stock exchange symbol: AIR) reported consolidated financial results for the Half-Year (H1) ended 30 June 2026.
Airbus across America: Why planes go to Arizona to live forever
Acquired by Airbus subsidiary Satair, Unical grew from a California garage startup into a global leader in aircraft aftermarket materials.
Airbus & Lenoir Community College partner to build North Carolina aerospace worforce
Airbus continues to advance its commitment to the Kinston region through targeted job creation, capital investment and community enrichment.
NH90: Greater innovation
Building on its NATO roots, the NH90 Standard 2 brings advanced digitalisation and enhanced operational capabilities to special forces.
Extending the horizon: Inside the A350-1000ULR’s longest development flight
Find out more about A350-1000ULR’s longest development flight with an interview of Xavier Pepin, who captained the aircraft on its longest ever flight.
Airbus networked intelligence: Shaping the future of autonomous UAV missions
Airbus’ AI-enriched autonomy & teaming intelligence allows uncrewed assets share distributed intelligence, turning drone operators into mission managers
New Airbus Helicopters Training Academy in the UK
Airbus Helicopters has launched a dedicated training academy in the UK to provide a one-stop-shop for rotary wing technical training.

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Registration now open — EASA Annual Safety Conference 2026 July 29, 2026
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for EASA’s Annual Safety Conference 2026, which will take place as an in-person event in Dublin, Ireland on November 18-19.The EASA Annual Safety Conference is the Agency’s flagship high-level conference on safety. 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 […]
Management Board Meeting 2027-01 July 27, 2026
First Meeting of the EASA Management Board for 2027.
Management Board Meeting 2027-02 July 27, 2026
Second Meeting of the EASA Management Board for 2027.
Business Jets Workshop 2027 July 5, 2026
This workshop is dedicated to the discussion between the Business Aviation Industry and Authorities, with particular focus on product certification aspects, but with an eye on the global perspective (operations, maintenance and licensing) and focus on Regulations developments, challenges and activities to support the sector in the coming years.
Air Traffic Controller CBTA Workshop for National Competent Authorities July 2, 2026
EASA and EUROCONTROL are pleased to invite you to a Competency‑Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Workshop for National Competent Authorities (NCAs). This workshop is designed to support your understanding of the amendment to the European ATCO Licensing Regulation (EU) 2015/340, applicable from 1 January 2029, introducing CBTA requirements for initial training and operational units/training organisations.
EASA Rotorcraft Symposium and European Rotors June 23, 2026
Register for the EASA Rotorcraft Symposium on November 30, 2026 and EUROPEAN ROTORS on December 1-3, 2026. Held annually since 2021, the show serves as Europe’s central meeting point for the vertical-flight sector — bringing together operators, manufacturers, regulators, suppliers, training organisations, and urban air mobility innovators across a single professional platform.
EASA - Nacht der Technik 2026 June 21, 2026
EASA öffnet die Türen ihrer Agentur für Besucher:innen im Rahmen der Nacht der Technik 2026. Im Gebäude der ehemaligen Bahndirektion können Besucher:innen erfahren, wie Flugsicherheit und Nachhaltigkeit auf Europäischer und auf globaler Ebene gewährleistet wird.
EASA-EUROCONTROL Workshop — Satellite Navigation Under Threat: From Safety Risk to Coordinated Responses June 11, 2026
New Certification Platform — Introduction Webinar June 2, 2026
The event recording and the slides presented are available in the "Event Material" section Join us for an introduction to the EASA Certification Platform, the new application within EASA Digital Services that will replace SEPIAC for Initial Airworthiness projects. This online event is designed for all applicants involved in Initial Airworthiness applications, including Type […]
Summer Safety 2026 — Go Safe Together! Wildlife Hazard Management May 19, 2026
As part of Go Safe Together – Europe’s Summer Safety Campaign 2026 this webinar will focus specifically on the Wildlife hazards that remain an operational risk during the summer period, particularly as increased wildlife activity coincides with higher traffic levels and changing environmental conditions around aerodromes.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.03.26)
Aero Linx: The Taylorcraft Foundation The Taylorcraft Foundation is exclusively organized for charitable, educational & scientific activities and will preserve the history and technical information of the Taylorcraft airplanes. This Foundation is a chartered State of Ohio Corporation and has been granted IRS 501(c)(3) status as a non-profit, tax exempt, organization. The Taylorcraft Foundation maintains […]
ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.03.26): Circle To Runway (Runway Number)
Circle To Runway (Runway Number) Used by ATC to inform the pilot that he/she must circle to land because the runway in use is other than the runway aligned with the instrument approach procedure. When the direction of the circling maneuver in relation to the airport/runway is required, the controller will state the direction (eight […]
NTSB Final Report: Zenith CH601
Witnesses Reported That The Airplane Descended Rapidly And Impacted A Wooded Area Analysis: The private pilot and pilot-rated passenger were returning to their home airport following a personal flight. About 7 miles from the destination airport, the airplane’s airspeed increased, and it entered a steep descent. Witnesses reported that the airplane descended rapidly and impacted […]
ANN FAQ: Like Us On Facebook
There's A Lot To Like On ANN's Latest Social Media Site We all know how important Social Media is to a lot of people, particularly those under 30. We also know how important those folks are to the future of aviation. In so many forums and at so many events, we talk about how to […]
Classic Aero-TV: American Barnstormer Tour-Brings Old-Style Aviation Back To USA
From 2018 (YouTube Edition): American Barnstormers Tour Storms Through AirVenture From July 5-29, 2018, the 2018 American Barnstormers Tour undertook a 5-city, 5-state tour through MO, IA, SD, MN and WI. The 2018 American Barnstormers Tour exclusively featured 10 vintage Travel Air open cockpit biplanes. Five of the biplanes will function as static displays at […]
Airborne 08.03.26: OSHKOSH 26 Final #s, NextGen Citation, Tornado Relief
Also: Rocheleau Returns to NBAA, Aviation Fraud, A-10 Era Ends, Global Commercial Fleet Will Top 50,000 Another year, another milestone for aviation's biggest gathering. With attendance approaching 730,000 visitors from 90 countries, EAA AirVenture Oshkosh continued its remarkable growth while reinforcing it's mission to connect people with every corner of aviation. Speaking during the event's […]
Classic Aero-TV: Mission Incredible - Commemorative Air Force 2016
From 2016 (YouTube Edition): Get Involved In One Of The Coolest Segments of Aviation... Just about everyone in aviation has at one time or another heard of the Commemorative Air Force; better known to everyone as the CAF. ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, talked with Adam Smith who is the Executive Vice President of […]
Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.04.26)
“Our Boeing team held regular and detailed discussions with the FAA to ensure Boeing understood the requirements and provided transparency of our progress. With this certification program, Boeing has developed a clearer understanding of the latest regulatory requirements, which is expected to accelerate future airplane development with a renewed emphasis on human factors, safety and […]
ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.04.26): Execute Missed Approach
Execute Missed Approach Instructions issued to a pilot making an instrument approach which means continue inbound to the missed approach point and execute the missed approach procedure as described on the Instrument Approach Procedure Chart or as previously assigned by ATC. The pilot may climb immediately to the altitude specified in the missed approach procedure […]
Airborne-NextGen 08.04.26: MOSAIC & Cosmic One, Door Dash Cert, Unleaded Future
Also: Faster Path To Orbit, Air Force Programs, Shark Skin Flies, SPINE Upgrades For H-1 Fleet Cosmic Aerospace is entering the next chapter of electric aviation with the introduction of Cosmic One, an all-electric aircraft designed specifically for certification under the FAA’s Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) rules. The new pathway, which took effect […]

Aerotime

Lithuania warns Russia could use Ukrainian drones in false flag attack August 6, 2026
Lithuanian military intelligence believes Russia is considering using Ukrainian-made drones to strike critical infrastructure in the Baltic region… The post Lithuania warns Russia could use Ukrainian drones in false flag attack appeared first on AeroTime.
British territory of Gibraltar launches own aircraft registry with VP-G prefix August 6, 2026
The British overseas territory of Gibraltar launched its own aircraft registry on August 4, 2026, with the signature… The post British territory of Gibraltar launches own aircraft registry with VP-G prefix appeared first on AeroTime.
Apollo agrees £5.7 billion takeover of easyJet as Castlelake walks away August 6, 2026
Apollo Global Management has agreed a recommended cash acquisition of easyJet valuing the airline at approximately £5.7 billion… The post Apollo agrees £5.7 billion takeover of easyJet as Castlelake walks away appeared first on AeroTime.
Delta launches first nonstop US-Saudi Arabia flight with new Riyadh route August 6, 2026
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh starting October 23, 2026. The route marks… The post Delta launches first nonstop US-Saudi Arabia flight with new Riyadh route appeared first on AeroTime.
Finland and Sweden make first-ever appearance to RAAF’s Exercise Pitch Black August 6, 2026
Finland and Sweden sent official delegations to Exercise Pitch Black 26 for the first time, marking the two… The post Finland and Sweden make first-ever appearance to RAAF’s Exercise Pitch Black appeared first on AeroTime.
Belgium blocks China-linked takeover of helicopter operator NHV Group August 6, 2026
Belgium has blocked the acquisition of Ostend-based helicopter operator NHV Group by GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF), an Irish… The post Belgium blocks China-linked takeover of helicopter operator NHV Group appeared first on AeroTime.
Cathay Group profit rises to $795M in H1 2026 despite fuel price spike August 6, 2026
Cathay Group posted a sharp rise in profit for the first half of 2026, even as a spike… The post Cathay Group profit rises to $795M in H1 2026 despite fuel price spike appeared first on AeroTime.
Airbus completes A350F vibration tests ahead of first flight August 6, 2026
The first Airbus A350F aircraft has completed ground vibration testing (GVT) ahead of the type’s first flight later… The post Airbus completes A350F vibration tests ahead of first flight appeared first on AeroTime.
Iberia to operate special A321XLR flight with Starlink to observe solar eclipse August 6, 2026
Spanish flag carrier Iberia will operate a special charter flight to observe the total solar eclipse that will… The post Iberia to operate special A321XLR flight with Starlink to observe solar eclipse appeared first on AeroTime.
Joby targets September for first US eVTOL pilot program flights August 6, 2026
Joby Aviation expects to conduct its first flights under the US eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) in September… The post Joby targets September for first US eVTOL pilot program flights appeared first on AeroTime.