2026

Latest news, features, analysis and defence industry coverage related to 2026.

FlySafair Welcomes Proposed New Shareholder

28 Feb 2026 FlySafair

Airlines

FlySafair today confirmed that its shareholders have entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement with Harith and its affiliates to acquire the airline, subject to the required regulatory approvals.

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Air New Zealand turns flight into the ultimate opening act

28 Feb 2026 Air New Zealand

Airlines

This May, Air New Zealand is once again turning the skies into a stage, bringing its iconic SYNTHONY in the Sky charter flight back for a second act.

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Air India and Lufthansa Group sign landmark MoU

28 Feb 2026 Air India

Airlines

Air India and Lufthansa Group today signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing the framework for a joint business agreement between Air India's and Lufthansa Group’s carriers and subsidiaries, including Air India Express, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), and other affiliated airlines.

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Fly Live branches into jet flights with Citation II

28 Feb 2026 Fly Live Charter

Businesss Aviation

Fly Live Charter, an esteemed FAA Part 135 operator based in sunny South Florida, is excited to announce a significant enhancement to its operational portfolio with the introduction of jet operations. Effective immediately, the Citation 550, a sophisticated aircraft acquired last summer, is now available for charter service.

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Discovering Durban, South Africa

28 Feb 2026 FlySafair

Travel

Nestled along the stunning coast of the Indian Ocean, Durban stands out as one of South Africa's three largest cities and boasts the country’s largest and busiest port. This vibrant city is not just a pivotal economic hub but also a captivating tourist destination, drawing visitors from around the globe and across South Africa.

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Embark on a Journey to Harare

28 Feb 2026 FlySafair

Travel

Dive into the enchanting allure of Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe, with FlySafair—your preferred airline for unforgettable adventures. Stroll along the picturesque jacaranda-lined streets, where vibrant purple blossoms paint the city in hues of beauty each spring.

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Ceremony for Pilatus New Flagship U.S Facility

26 Feb 2026 Pilatus

News

Since 2022, Pilatus has been planning to expand its presence in the United States in order to supplement capacity in Switzerland, which is now close to maximum.

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Phenom 300 Series Dominates Light Jet Market

26 Feb 2026 Embraer

Business Jets

Adani Defence & Aerospace, a leading player in India’s aerospace and defence, and the flagship company of Adani Enterprises Ltd and Embraer (NYSE: EMBJ / B3: EMBJ3), have exchanged an enhanced Memorandum of Understanding regarding the establishment of a Final Assembly Line (FAL) for the E175 regional jet for India’s Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA) program.

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Embraer Redefines the Private Flight Experience

26 Feb 2026 Embraer

Business Jets

Embraer unveiled the next-generation Praetor 600E and Praetor 500E, marking the first evolution of the Praetor family. The new aircraft introduces fully reimagined cabins that transform the private flight experience, maximizing the longer missions these aircraft are capable of flying.

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