Key points: U.S. and Europe now have competition for the narrow-body jet marketNew Chinese entrant is now a step closer to entry into serviceThe COMAC narrow-body aircraft has been priced at circa $99 million USD The U.S. and Europe now have competition for the narrow-body jet market. The new Chinese entrant is now a step closer to entry into service. The C919 jet … [Read more...] about China one-step closer to an aircraft to rival to Airbus and Boeing
Aircraft Interiors
Viasat launches direct Ka-band service
Viasat Select Offers Ka-Band In-Flight Connectivity Solutions to Match an Aircraft's Operational Profile Viasat has launched Viasat Select, a direct service model for Ka-band inflight connectivity (IFC) in the business aviation market. The service includes custom IFC solutions and connectivity plans tailored to match operational profiles. The service plans include global … [Read more...] about Viasat launches direct Ka-band service
ACJ display first time ever at NBAA-BACE
Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) are exhibiting at NBAA-BACE for the first time ever and are showcasing a ACJ319neo from K5-Aviation K5-Aviation is the largest Airbus operator in Europe with four ACJ319s in its fleet and is preparing to operate two ACJ widebodies soon The ACJ319neo from K5-Aviation features four living areas with lie-flat beds, a king-size bedroom with … [Read more...] about ACJ display first time ever at NBAA-BACE
A new business jet layout designed for efficiency.
AirGo has launched a new business jet interior concept with an aim of making business jet use more attractive to small and medium sized businesses that fly five hours or more. The primary aim of the interior is to offer double the number of passengers in the same space by rearranging the seats to deliver a more efficient layout. It achieves this through a ‘less bulky’ … [Read more...] about A new business jet layout designed for efficiency.
The Aston Martin Edition ACH130
Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH) have teamed with Aston Martin Lagonda on the design and launch of a special Aston Martin designed interior for the ACH130. The ACH130 Aston Martin Edition features a range of four exterior designs with complementary interiors making it no-doubt a collector’s masterpiece. Marek Reichman, Aston Martin vice president and chief creative … [Read more...] about The Aston Martin Edition ACH130