Joby Aviation has received its first CAE flight simulator, a fixed-based training device that will be qualified by the FAA as a Level 7 Flight Training Device. The second unit, a full-motion simulator, is expected to arrive later this year.
Textron Aviation has officially delivered the first Cessna Citation Ascend private jet to its first customer. The aircraft features Garmin G5000 avionics and Pratt & Whitney Canada PW45D engines, and was granted type certification by the FAA in November 2025.
Bombardier's Global 8000 has received FAA certification, clearing the way for customer deliveries in the US. The aircraft boasts record-breaking speed and range figures, including a top speed of Mach 0.
AIR unveiled its first production unit of the cargo eVTOL aircraft, featuring optimized battery integration and a larger cargo bay. The aircraft has also been enhanced with foldable wings for more compact storage.
Wisk Aero, a Boeing subsidiary, has successfully completed the first flight of its Generation 6 aircraft, bringing autonomous air taxis closer to commercial reality. According to AeroTime, Wisk's achievement marks a significant industry milestone in autonomous passenger air taxi development.
Textron Aviation recently showcased its new Career & Learning Center during a visit by U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.