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40 Years Since Tridents Last Flew in the UK
On 31 December 1985, a quiet but significant moment in British aviation history took place.…
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Hindustan Aeronautics completes first flight of Dhruv NG civil helicopter
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has completed the first flight of the Dhruv New Generation (NG) multi-role helicopter, marking… The post Hindustan Aeronautics completes first flight of Dhruv NG civil helicopter appeared first on AeroTime.
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Saab Receives French Contract for two GlobalEye AEW&C Aircraft
The French government is acquiring two Saab GlobalEye platforms, with an option for two more, to maintain a credible and deterrent airborne radar capability. Saab announced on Dec. 30, 2025, that it has been formally contracted by the French Direction Générale de l’Armement (Directorate General of Armaments – DGA) for the procurement of two GlobalEye […]
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December routes roundup: Finnair adds Australia to its route map
Finnair has announced the launch of its first regular route to Australia, marking its first-ever entry into Oceania, a market currently served by only two European airlines. Flights will begin on October 26th, 2026, and will operate daily with Airbus A350-900 aircraft configured for 278 passengers, flying the Helsinki-Bangkok-Melbourne route and vice versa. In addition […] The post December routes roundup: Finnair adds Australia to its route map appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.
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Cessna Citation Ascend private jet enters service with first customer delivery
The Cessna Citation Ascend has officially entered service upon the first customer for Textron Aviation’s latest private jet… The post Cessna Citation Ascend private jet enters service with first customer delivery appeared first on AeroTime.
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Press Release: Brussels Airlines offers regional cuisine on Africa flights
As of January 2026, Brussels Airlines will offer meals inspired by its sub-Saharan African network on long-haul flights from Africa to Brussels. Brussels Airlines is the Africa expert within the Lufthansa Group, serving no fewer than 18 destinations in the region. By offering regional cuisine, Brussels Airlines aims to make even more passengers feel at... The post Press Release: Brussels Airlines offers regional cuisine on Africa flights appeared first on Runway Girl.
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Bristol Airport – Plane Spotting Guide
Bristol Airport sits at Lulsgate in the hills south of the city, serving the wider…
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Crystal ball gazing for 2026
Happy New Yearto all readers of 3rd Level New Zealand May 2026 be a good year for you and all those you loveFor the last time I sit in my non-airline industry armchair I once again turn my mind to the crystal ball and gaze into what might happen to our regional airlines in the year ahead. The domestic airline industry continues to struggle... Overall, I think
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Missed Approach Criteria
Here are the basics you need to meet when you go missed.
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A Year in Review: 12 Months That Shaped UK Aviation and Aerospace
The past 12 months have marked a decisive period for the UK’s aviation and aerospace sectors. What began as cautious optimism has evolved into renewed confidence, record demand and long-term strategic investment. Airlines have rebuilt networks, manufacturers have increased output, and sustainability has moved from aspiration to action. Below is [read more] The post A Year in Review: 12 Months That Shaped UK Aviation and Aerospace appeared first on UK Aviation News.
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Ryanair slows growth across former Yugoslav markets in 2026
Ryanair has adopted a notably restrained approach to growth across the former Yugoslav markets in 2026, marking a clear departure from the aggressive expansion strategies it pursued in previous years. Unlike earlier periods, when the Irish low cost carrier rapidly scaled operations by capitalising on Wizz Air’s challenges and capacity restraints, Ryanair’s plans for the coming year point to consolidation, although the carrier may yet schedule new routes and capacity growth. At this point, the ai
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Avio Network to acquire Jat Tehnika
NEWS FLASHBelgrade-based company Avio Network, owned by Slovenian national Aleš Luci, has signed an agreement to acquire Jat Tehnika, the TangoSix portal has reported. It comes as its current owner, Avia Prime, divests from businesses in the region. Avio Network must now obtain regulatory approvals and expects the process to be completed in the first quarter of 2026. Avio Network employs around ninety people, mostly aircraft mechanics, engineers, maintenance planners and other staff, and is head
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Trending in December
The following are the ten most read articles on EX-YU Aviation News throughout December 2025 according to accumulated statistics: 1. Wizz Air plans over 35 new routes from EX-YU markets in 2026, December 192. Ryanair cuts Bosnia and Serbia flights as Croatia sees summer growth, December 16 3. Air Serbia unveils five new routes and network densification, December 184. EU Entry-Exit system causing airport delays and issues, December 255. Air Serbia to unveil ne
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Hartzell Extends Propeller Discounts for RAF Members
Offer to help boost backcountry airstrip preservation runs through 2026. The post Hartzell Extends Propeller Discounts for RAF Members appeared first on Plane + Pilot.
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British Airways offers Hearlo app to remove communication barriers
Sometimes, airlines make laudable passenger experience improvements with very little fanfare. And so it is with British Airways, which recently partnered with Hearlo to remove communication barriers in the air and on the ground for anyone facing hearing disabilities or speech challenges. Under a partnership revealed on 3 December — the International Day of Persons... The post British Airways offers Hearlo app to remove communication barriers appeared first on Runway Girl.
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Flightradar24 Tracking Santa: The Numbers Are In!
Every Christmas, millions of aviation enthusiasts and excited children around the world turn their attention to Flightradar24 to track one very special flight. This year was no exception. Secretive as always, Santa shared his flightplan with us via Telex (used once yearly at the office) at the last minute, announcing his immediate departure at 08:00 […] The post Flightradar24 Tracking Santa: The Numbers Are In! appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.
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Press Release: CALC orders 30 additional A320neo Family aircraft
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC) has signed a firm order with Airbus for 30 A320neo Family aircraft to satisfy strong demand for the aircraft from its customer base. The agreement is the fifth order with Airbus, bringing the total number of Airbus aircraft ordered by CALC to 282, of which 203 are A320neo... The post Press Release: CALC orders 30 additional A320neo Family aircraft appeared first on Runway Girl.
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Air Serbia overtakes JAT’s 1987 passenger record
Air Serbia handled over 4.531.000 passengers within a single calendar year on Sunday, December 28, overtaking the annual passenger record set by its predecessor JAT Yugoslav Airlines in 1987. “This result is particularly significant considering that JAT at the time operated in a much larger market. After nearly four decades, Air Serbia, as the successor of this company, proudly writes a new chapter in the history of Serbian aviation, based on long-term vision and sustainable development", the co
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Aer Lingus to end one Dubrovnik route
NEWS FLASHIrish flag carrier Aer Lingus is discontinuing its seasonal flights between Cork and Dubrovnik. The route, which was maintained twice per week during the 2025 summer season, was launched in May 2019. The airline will continue to serve Dubrovnik from Dublin, with up to seven weekly flights next summer, the same as in 2025.EX-YU Aviation News