Electra Secures U.S. Patents to Protect Hybrid-Electric EL9 Ultra-Short Takeoff Aircraft Aviation News – Electra has secured multiple U.S. patents safeguarding the core technologies behind its hybrid-electric propulsion and flight control architecture, a move that strengthens certification progress for its nine-passenger EL9 Ultra Short aircraft and supports safer, more efficient short-field operations. The newly granted patents protect critical systems that enable the company’s electric blown lift concept, including control logic…

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AirBorneo Targets Major Expansion, Plans Jet Operations in Second Half of 2026 SINGAPORE: Regional airline AirBorneo is preparing for significant operational expansion with plans to introduce jet-powered services in the second half of 2026 to boost capacity and regional connectivity. Chief Executive Officer Megat Ardian Wira Mohd Aminuddin said the move will enable the airline to expand its route network, particularly to key ASEAN cities and major …

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Golden West Airlines Timetables
July 20, 1980 -(excellent date and year 🙂 )
January 15, 1982
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This is a black-and-white airline advertisement dominated by a stylized route map of the western United States. Large text at the top reads, “the route map tells the story of service to the WEST.” The map shows Frontier Airlines routes drawn as thick black lines with white dots marking cities. States labeled include Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Numerous cities are named along the routes, such as Billings, Cheyenne, Denver, Albuquerque, Phoenix, Tucson, Salt Lake City, and Bismarck, among many smaller regional stops. Arrows at the edges of the map indicate connecting service to major cities outside the region, including Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, New York, and St. Louis. A dark oval on the right states that the routes offer connections “with all transcontinental airlines.” At the bottom, bold text reads “fly FRONTIER AIRLINES,” accompanied by a small airplane logo.

1955 Frontier Airlines Map
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Kenya : Jambojet réceptionne un dixième Dash 8 pour soutenir la croissance du trafic intérieur | Air Journal Jambojet accueille un dixième Dash 8 Q400 pour faire face à la croissance soutenue du trafic aérien domestique au Kenya. Ce nouvel appareil, réceptionné

Jambojet renforce son réseau intérieur au Kenya avec son 10ᵉ Dash 8, boostant la connectivité et la croissance locale.
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Ethiopian Airlines to Lease Two ATR 72-600 Aircraft for Air Congo Expansion Aviation News – Ethiopian Airlines will lease two ATR 72-600 turboprop aircraft to support Air Congo’s operational growth, marking a strategic step in strengthening regional connectivity in Central Africa. The agreement deepens the cooperation between Ethiopian Airlines and Air Congo, following ongoing efforts to expand Air Congo’s fleet and modernize its regional operations. The two ATR 72-600s will enhance short-haul capacity, providing reliable aircraft well-suited to the region’s airport infrastructure and travel demand.

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Airlink Expands Embraer Partnership to Support Incoming E195-E2 Fleet Dubai Airshow 2025 – Embraer and Airlink have signed a Component Pool Program agreement to support ten new Embraer E195-E2 jets, strengthening the South African carrier’s fleet reliability as it expands through leases with Azorra. Airlink already uses Embraer’s Pool Program across its existing all-Embraer fleet, and the addition of the E2 aircraft brings the total number of covered jets to 78.

#Embraer #Airlink #E195E2 #AviationNews #RegionalAirlines #FleetExpansion #AircraftMaintenance #Azorra #SouthernAfrica #Aerospace

Blue Islands Shuts Down After Jersey Government Ends Financial Support Aviation News – Blue Islands halts operations after funding withdrawal Blue Islands ceased all operations on 14 November 2025 after the government of Jersey announced it would not provide further financial support to the airline. The regional carrier, long a key operator serving the Channel Islands and nearby UK routes, had struggled financially in recent years. The Jersey government’s decision earlier this month not to extend additional funding left the company without the resources to continue flying, leading to the immediate suspension of services.

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U.S. Regional Airlines Facing Thin Profit Margins and Consolidation Pressures U.S. regional airlines are facing challenges like razor-thin profit margins and growing consolidation pressures according to a recent RAA report.

U.S. regional airlines are facing challenges like razor-thin profit margins and growing consolidation pressures according to a recent Regional Airline Association (RAA) report.

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The Case For an Arab Regional Airliner Why the Arab World Must Take Flight on Wings of Her Own Making.

It’s time for the Arab world to build an aircraft of its own — designed, built, and supported regionally. Read my latest article on why this is more than a dream.

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#Aerospace #MiddleEast #Innovation #RegionalAirlines #Sovereignty

Sum Air Receives Air Carrier License for ATR Operations in Korea New regional carrier Sum Air has gained its Air Carrier License (ACL), ahead of its planned ATR 72-600 operations in South Korea.

New regional carrier Sum Air has gained its Air Carrier License (ACL), ahead of its planned ATR 72-600 operations in South Korea.

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Regional subsidiary Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA) has been named 'World's Best Regional Airline' by AirlineRatings.com for the second consecutive year.

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In the mid 60s there was a vibrant Local Airlines Coast to Coast.
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