Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) and CFM International sign an agreement to purchase up to 10 spare CFM International LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. The engines will support AFI KLM E&M’s extensive portfolio of LEAP Premier MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) services for airline customers worldwide, to keep aircraft flying while AFI KLM E&M services operators’ primary engines.

The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) extends its warmest congratulations to James 'Jim' Viola on his appointment as the new president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). IBAC also extends its sincere best wishes to Pete Bunce on his retirement from the role after many years of dedicated service.

West Star Aviation announces Jon Hein as its new regional sales manager of Landing Gear and Accessories, effective Dec. 2024. Hein joins West Star with more than 21 years of aviation experience, stepping into the role following the retirement of long-time leader Steve Fleeman.

Alpha Wingman announces that beta testing has ended for its new workforce management platform, aptly named Alpha Workforce.

Dassault Falcon Jet delivers the first Part 91 Falcon 6X in the U.S. in the 4th quarter with the support of Nimbl’s Ready Flight International program. The aircraft was ready for immediate flight with all documentation approved by the FAA.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces the delivery of two additional Gulfstream G700 aircraft to the growing Qatar Executive fleet. The newest Gulfstream G700 aircraft, delivered in Dec. 2024, will join Qatar Executive’s existing fleet of four Gulfstream G700 and 15 Gulfstream G650ER aircraft.

The Blackhawk Group (TBG), a provider of sales, services and upgrades for the light turbine aircraft market, announces its acquisition of the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business of Glendale Aero Services (GAS). This acquisition, the company’s fifth, strengthens The Blackhawk Group’s Performance Center network and underscores its commitment to exceptional service and innovation in aircraft modernization.

Duncan Aviation announces that long-time member of Duncan Aviation’s Paint teams, Kelly Werth, will be heading the Customer Service department at the company’s full-service facility in Provo, UT.

AvAir, an inventory solutions provider in the aviation aftermarket, announces it officially bears the Climate Neutral Certified label. The certification was earned by choosing to be accountable for the greenhouse gas emissions generated in the production, operations and shipping of AvAir's goods and services. Climate Neutral Certified is the leading consumer label for climate neutrality.

Duncan Aviation’s CEO, Jeff Lake, announces changes to the company’s senior leadership, effective Jan. 1, as Duncan Aviation looks to the future and prepares for upcoming retirements.