AirLuxxis: bringing a new perspective to Indian aviation. Aviation is constantly moving forward, and some of its most exciting possibilities emerge when AirLuxxis start looking at familiar things differently. Through its partnership with Cirrus Aircraft, AirLuxxis is bringing a new era of personal aviation to India, introducing aircraft that challenge conventional expectations of personal flying. The SR22T G7+ combines turbocharged performance with advanced avionics, the CAPS whole-aircraft parachute system and Safe Return(TM) Emergency Autoland, bringing powerful safety technology into personal piston aviation. Taking this a step further, the SF50 Vision Jet, the world's first & only single-engine jet, brings jet performance, a spacious cabin and the same advanced safety features in an aircraft designed around the needs of personal and business travel. Together, these aircraft offer Indian customers a fresh perspective on what personal aviation can look like. That change in thinking matters beyond aircraft ownership. As India's flight training sector grows, so does the need to think carefully about the aircraft students learn on. The Cirrus SR20 TRAC introduces modern cockpit technology and integrated safety features from the beginning, helping students build familiarity with systems they may encounter later in their flying careers. The same thinking extends to the ground, where aircraft movement has traditionally relied on conventional towing equipment- heavy and complex. Through TowFLEXX, AirLuxxis is introducing fully electric, remote-controlled tugs to India. Their compact design, precise maneuverability and one-person operation offer a practical alternative, helping operators move aircraft efficiently and sustainably. Whether in the air or on the ground, the idea is to look beyond established practices and explore what technology can make possible today. That is the perspective AirLuxxis hope to bring to Indian aviation: a willingness to question convention, recognise changing needs and bring better-suited solutions to the market.

Cirrus breaks ground on new Engine Run-Up Center. The 15,000-square-foot Engine Run-Up Center creates a state-of-the-art facility to test SR Series and Vision Jet engines and fuel calibration before aircraft certification and delivery Key Highlights: * Cirrus started construction on the 15,000-square-foot Engine Run-Up Center in Duluth. * The facility will provide a centralized, climate-controlled environment year-round to safely and efficiently test SR Series, Vision Jet(R), and TRAC10 aircraft engine systems and fuel calibration. * Cirrus will invest over $8 million in the Engine Run-Up Center. * The Engine Run-Up Center is expected to open in summer 2027. Cirrus broke ground on its new 15,000-square-foot Engine Run-Up Center, an investment of over $8 million that will enhance aircraft engine and fuel calibration testing efficiency for the SR Series, Vision Jet, and TRAC10. The climate-controlled facility is expected to be operational by summer 2027. DULUTH, Minn.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Cirrus (Cirrus Aircraft Ltd.), the global leader in Personal Aviation(TM), broke ground on the 15,000-square-foot Engine Run-Up Center, designed to safely and efficiently test SR Series, Vision Jet(R), and TRAC10 engine system functionality, performance, and fuel calibration as part of the aircraft certification process. Cirrus will invest over $8 million in the facility, which will provide a centralized, enclosed, well-equipped, climate-controlled building year-round. The Run-Up Center is expected to be completed and operational in summer 2027. The new facility will feature two calibration stalls where Cirrus technicians can set up, test and adjust engines during operation. A separate, safe, climate-controlled control room will support data analysis and remote adjustments. Air-handling equipment, including an eight-foot exhaust collector, will ventilate the stalls, while sound-control measures will reduce airport noise. Fuel calibration will be supported by two additional stalls designed specifically for fueling and defueling aircraft. Technicians set and adjust fuel systems in a space designed for flammable fluids, with fire protection and under flammable fluid handling requirements. "The Engine Run-Up Center represents another significant investment in Cirrus' manufacturing capabilities and our commitment to operational excellence," said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus. "Engine run-ups and fuel system calibration are essential processes across aircraft manufacturing. This modern facility will allow us to streamline these critical operations, improve efficiency, and provide our team members with a dedicated environment to perform this work. As we continue to grow, investments like these strengthen our manufacturing infrastructure and position Cirrus to meet customer demand while maintaining high standards of quality and safety." "The new Engine Run-Up Center expands Cirrus' footprint of more than 1.3 million square feet, much of it in Duluth, where we have produced more than 12,000 SR Series and Vision Jet aircraft," said Patrick Waddick, President of Innovation & Operations of Cirrus. "For decades, we have challenged conventions through innovations that have transformed personal aviation and elevated customer experience. This facility continues that tradition by providing a modern, purpose-built environment that enhances safety, supports a world-class employee experience and helps us deliver the quality, precision, and innovation our customers expect from Cirrus." Cirrus manufactures the SR Series, the world's best-selling high-performance single-engine piston aircraft, and the Vision Jet, the world's best-selling jet in General Aviation. The company recently announced the TRAC10, a purpose-built aircraft powered by a FADEC engine for professional flight schools. Cirrus aircraft are renowned for their innovative safety systems - the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System(R)(CAPS(R) and Safe Return(TM) Emergency Autoland. About Cirrus Cirrus is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet, the world's first single-engine Personal Jet, and the recipient of the Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined aviation performance, comfort and safety with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) - the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft is over 19 million hours, and over 300 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has seven locations in the United States, including Duluth, Minnesota; Grand Forks, North Dakota; Greater Dallas, Texas; Greater Phoenix, Arizona; Greater Orlando, Florida; Knoxville, Tennessee and Benton Harbor, Michigan. Learn more at cirrusaircraft.com.

"Discover Airlines Shark" takes to the skies as first AeroSHARK-enhanced Airbus begins scheduled operations. Publisher: Tatjana Obrazcova A Discover Airlines Airbus A330 has become the first Airbus aircraft worldwide to enter regular commercial service after undergoing a full-scale AeroSHARK retrofit, marking a significant milestone for the drag-reducing technology developed by Lufthansa Technik and Surfantis. Registered as D-AIKP, the long-haul aircraft operated its first scheduled flight to Florida last Thursday. AeroSHARK is a transparent surface film featuring a microscopic ribbed structure inspired by sharkskin. Installed on the aircraft's fuselage and engine nacelles, the technology reduces aerodynamic drag, helping cut fuel consumption and lower CO[2] emissions by approximately one percent. The A330 received the AeroSHARK modification at Dresden Airport in late August before undergoing an extensive flight-test campaign. Analysis of the resulting performance data confirmed that the technology meets all requirements for safe and reliable use in commercial flight operations. Sascha Unterbarnscheidt, Chief Operating Officer at Discover Airlines commented: "With D-AIKP, we have not only added our first AeroSHARK-equipped aircraft to the fleet, but also reached an important milestone: For the first time ever, an Airbus with AeroSHARK modification is operating in regular scheduled service. We are very proud of this achievement, together with our colleagues and partners both within and outside the Lufthansa Group. We are delighted that the 'Discover Airlines Shark' will carry our guests to their vacation destinations in the future." AeroSHARK is supported by Mastercard in the current project phase. As part of a strategic partnership between Mastercard and the Lufthansa Group, both companies are jointly driving innovations intended to contribute to more efficient and more sustainable aviation. Cirrus Aircraft is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Collier Trophy-winning Vision Jet at NBAA-BACE 2026, marking a decade of innovation that has continuously advanced the world&r... AERO 2027 will place an even stronger spotlight on the helicopter sector, building on the momentum and success of AERO 2026, organisers Fairnamic announced today. As Europe's leading trade fair... Aviation Capital Group, the Newport Beach, California-based global aircraft asset manager, has signed a firm order for 75 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, bringing its cumulative orders for... Daher Aircraft will present its TBM and Kodiak aircraft families at next week's NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), showcasing how their combination of performance, e...