Ground handling involves a complex web of activities performed by various companies at airports worldwide. To maintain high levels of safety, efficiency, and fairness in this industry, a framework of regulations and standards has been developed. This framework spans from global guidelines…
Electric ground support equipment (eGSE) is transforming the bustle of airport ramps. Imagine baggage tractors quietly ferrying luggage without belching diesel fumes, or aircraft pushback tugs moving jets with a gentle electric hum instead of engine roar. As aviation pursues…
The 55th Paris Air Show 2025 (June 16–20) brought together over 2,500 exhibitors from 48 countries and attracted about 300,000 visitors. Despite an atmosphere subdued by a recent Air India Boeing 787 crash and global tensions, the event delivered a clear message…
Let’s take a look at the Mi-8’s technical capabilities – its payload, range, lift capacity, crew/passenger limits, and weather durability – and examines real-world operations in Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. We also highlight humanitarian use cases (from…
Startup activity around hydrogen is high: French venture Blue Spirit Aero showed off its sleek 4-seat Dragonfly prototype, a hydrogen-fueled electric aircraft built “around hydrogen, not around the aircraft.” Having just completed taxi tests, Dragonfly aims for a first flight by end of the…
The consensus is that small electric trainers and air taxis will lead the way in certification, followed by commuter/regional planes later in the decade once standards and confidence are established. As one aviation safety expert put it, new certification regulations are the “gating…
Lao Airlines, the flag carrier of Laos, is charting an ambitious expansion course through 2025. After the challenges of recent years, the airline has launched new routes, upgraded its fleet, and deepened regional partnerships to reconnect Laos with its neighbors.…
This comprehensive training program is designed for licensed helicopter pilots converting to the Mil Mi-8, Mi-171, or Mi-172 types after initial pilot training. It aligns with Lao Civil Aviation Authority (Lao DCA) regulations and the standards of other civil aviation authorities that…
The Mil Mi-8/17 series of helicopters (including variants Mi-17, Mi-171, Mi-172) is among the most widely used rotorcraft in the world, with over 17,000 units produced and operated by more than 50 countries. These medium multirole helicopters serve in military, commercial,…
The ground handling sector is undergoing a technological transformation. Facing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety, ground service providers and airports are investing in automation and digital solutions. From ramp operations software to autonomous vehicles, these innovations…