The former Australian Sport Aviation Confederation has changed its name to the Air Sport Australia Confederation (ASAC) to better reflect the role and purpose of the organisation. The ASAC says the term Sport Aviation is commonly used to cover a broader range of recreational, experimental and limited category aviation activities which had resulted in some
Hamilton-based CTC Aviation Training NZ has opened a NZ$4m (A$3.74m) expansion to its crew accommodation centre just north of the city’s airport. Named Clearways, the expanded facility includes an additional 72 ensuite bedrooms and supporting facilities, and will allow CTC Aviation to grow its JAA/EASA approved flight training services for its cadets. This content is
Royal Brunei Airlines has placed an order for seven Airbus A320neos and has taken options on an additional three aircraft. The aircraft will be powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-JM engines, and will operate on the airline’s regional network from its home base of Bandar Seri Begawan. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation
Melbourne businessman Paul Little has reportedly acquired the former JHAS facilities at Melbourne Airport with a view to establishing a new VIP jet base on the site. The deal, reportedly valued at $10 million, will see Mr Little spend an addition al $10 million refurbishing and establishing the FBO on the site as part of
The Ballina Aero Club will open its new clubhouse on Saturday June 7. The new building has been completed by a volunteer group comprising club members and local businesses and sponsors who have provided time and materials. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login Become a Member To continue reading the rest
The Victorian government has announce it will offer a series of grants totalling $500,000 to encourage innovation in the state’s aviation industry. Minister for Aviation Industry, Gordon Rich-Phillips said the grants were designed to promote aviation research projects and that they would assist companies in engaging with international aviation markets and global supply chains. This