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Understanding the Risks of Density Altitude
By Garth Calitz We all love flying, but we must always remain mindful of all the risks that come with the joys. One vital and sadly too...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Airlink Join Global Aviation Operation For Endangered Animals
A global initiative has successfully brought back nearly 1000 vulnerable and endangered animals to Madagascar, marking one of the largest...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20244 min read


Joby Completes First FAA Testing on Major Aircraft Aerostructure
Joby Aviation announced it has completed a landmark series of major aerostructure tests for certification credit with the Federal...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20241 min read


Rolls-Royce Holds B-52J F130 Engine Critical Design Review
Rolls-Royce successfully completed a Critical Design Review (CDR) for the F130 engine, paving the way for the final stages of...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20242 min read


Portugal Orders 12 Embraer A-29N Super Tucano Aircraft
The Portuguese Ministry of National Defense has entered into a contract with Embraer to purchase 12 A-29N Super Tucanos for the...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20242 min read


ExecuJet Middle East Open Ultra-Luxury Facility at Dubai South
With His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Bombardier Delivered 200th Global 7500 Business Jet
Bombardier announced the delivery of its 200th Global 7500 business jet to a customer in December 2024, highlighting the platform's...
Garth Calitz
Dec 17, 20242 min read


SAC Ace of Base Aerobatics Competition
By Garth Calitz Heidelberg Airfield was once again chosen to host the final Aerobatics competition of the year, the annual “Ace of Base”....
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20243 min read


Changes in the Shareholding of Lanseria International Airport
Lanseria International Airport is entering a new phase of expansion after major alterations in its ownership structure, paving the way...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20242 min read


EcoPulse Paves the Way for More Sustainable Aviation
EcoPulse, the distributed hybrid-electric propulsion aircraft demonstrator created in collaboration with Daher, Safran, and Airbus, has...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20243 min read


The Sling HW Holiday Hop
Slingers, the wait is over! We heard you loud and clear. Our Sling HW Holiday Hop schedule is officially confirmed! This December, you’ll...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20241 min read


ICAO celebrates 80 Years with "Safe Skies. Sustainable Future" Focus
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) celebrated its 80th anniversary with a special session of the Governing Council,...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20243 min read


RAF and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Demonstrate Advanced Interoperability
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the United Kingdom Royal Air Force (RAF) Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) completed the first-ever live...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20242 min read


The UH-72B Lakota Proves Itself During Hurricane Helene Relief
Though Helene weakened from a Category IV hurricane after hitting land on September 26, it lingered over the Blue Ridge Mountains for...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20243 min read


Bell Validates Revolutionary Stop/Fold Jet Transition Capability
Bell Textron has completed wind tunnel tests at the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University to...
Garth Calitz
Dec 12, 20242 min read


New Aircraft for President Trump - Air Force One Evolves
By Garth Calitz The aircraft designated for the President of the United States is more than just transportation; it represents power,...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20243 min read


Exploring the Future of Hydrogen Aircraft
By Garth Calitz The aviation industry is on the brink of a major change. As the world grapples with climate change, reducing carbon...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20245 min read


Development and Operation of the South African Aviation Corps
The South African Aviation Corps (SAAC) was established during the early days of aviation. It rapidly developed and significantly...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20243 min read


Innovative Air Traffic Management for Singapore
In a significant step towards enhancing the efficiency and safety of air travel, Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering have formalized their...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Historic Delivery of T-6C Texan IIs to Vietnam Air Defence Air Force
The Vietnam Air Defence Air Force (ADAF) pilot training program at Phan Thiet Airbase received five Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Integrated...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20243 min read


First Outfitted Gulfstream G800 Takes Flight
Gulfstream Aerospace revealed that the Gulfstream G800, specifically designated for testing the cabin interior, has successfully...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20242 min read


NATO Aircrew Complete Tactical Leadership Programme 2024-4
The multinational headquarters, comprising staff from eleven NATO Allies, has conducted four Flying Courses in 2024. These courses aim to...
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Emirates Receives its First of 65 A350-900s
Emirates has received its inaugural A350-900 aircraft, representing a significant milestone in the airline's fleet expansion strategy....
Garth Calitz
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Rodger Foster to Step Down in 2025
Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will change leadership following the current CEO and Managing Director Rodger Foster's...
Garth Calitz
Nov 28, 20244 min read
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