Pilatus has unveiled the PC-12 PRO, featuring a new cockpit and innovative safety features such as Autoland and Smart Glide. The aircraft is powered by the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 engine and boasts improved ergonomics and visibility.
Tecnam has unveiled the P2008JC NG, a next generation version of its high-wing training aircraft certified under EASA CS-23 airworthiness standards. The aircraft introduces fuel-injected Rotax power and incorporates design updates aimed at improving safety, operating economics, and fleet commonality for flight schools.
Dion Weisler, former CEO of HP Inc., recently took delivery of his brand-new Pilatus PC-12 PRO and flew it home from Switzerland to Australia. Weisler has relied on the PC-12 for many years and was thrilled with the new aircraft's intuitive and highly innovative features.
Honda Aircraft has received US FAA approval to equip the HondaJet Elite II with Garmin's Emergency Autoland system, marking a significant milestone in the adoption of autonomous safety technology in light jets. According to AeroTime, this certification follows the completion of certification flight testing in October 2025 and demonstrates Honda Aircraft's commitment to delivering new value to its customers.
Garmin has opened a new flight test center at Mesa Gateway Airport, expanding its presence in Arizona. The site will support aircraft certification and flight test organizations, with the goal of shortening certification timelines and better supporting growing demand for Garmin's avionics products.
Garmin's Emergency Autoland system successfully landed a Beechcraft King Air 200 after pilot incapacitation on December 20, 2025. According to AeroTime, the aircraft was flying from Aspen-Pitkin County Airport to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield when the system activated roughly 20 minutes into the flight.
The French Procurement Agency has awarded Pilatus a contract to supply 22 PC-7 MKX aircraft for basic military pilot training, starting in 2027. Babcock France will provide training services under a 17-year agreement.
Daher formally introduced the TBM 980 featuring Garmin G3000 Prime during a ceremony at its production site in Tarbes, France. The aircraft boasts a fully touchscreen-based cockpit designed for real-world operational flow.
Cirrus Aircraft has successfully achieved Transport Canada Civil Aviation validation of Safe Return Emergency Autoland by Garmin for the new SR Series G7+ aircraft. This certification enables Canadian Cirrus owners to take delivery of their new aircraft with this advanced safety feature.
Cirrus Aircraft has delivered a fleet of SR Series G7+ aircraft to Texas Southern University, featuring the innovative Safe Return Emergency Autoland system. This marks the first university to operate an advanced aircraft with robust safety systems, according to Cirrus.
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin Autothrottles has received FAA certification, bringing greater control and precision to pilots. Textron Aviation Inc.
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin Autothrottles has recently entered into service, according to Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company. Certified by the Federal Aviation Administration in October 2025, the integration of Garmin's Autothrottle system further supports the most delivered light-entry jet's capabilities.
Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 enters into service, delivering significant upgrades driven by customer feedback. Launch customers Dave Mecartney and Shannon Day took delivery of their new aircraft this week.
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced that the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 has achieved FAA type certification. Based on customer feedback, enhancements include Garmin autothrottle technology, an additional 4.
Cessna Citation Ascend made its world debut at NBAA-BACE, marking a milestone for Textron Aviation. The aircraft features a sleek new interior design, Garmin G5000 cockpit, and Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines.
The Belgian Government has selected the Pilatus PC-7 MKX Training System to modernize its military pilot training program. The comprehensive 20-year contract includes 18 aircraft, advanced ground-based simulators, and infrastructure upgrades at Bevekom/Beauvechain Air Force Base, with deliveries beginning in 2027.