Skip to content

All electric drone system set for take-off

By API User

UNSW engineers and scientists are building an all-electric powertrain system for a drone capable of delivering cargo to remote rural Australia.  The work bridges a critical gap in the burgeoning commercial drone sector—testing not only whether off-the-shelf parts perform as expected, but also that they work in tandem.  Dr. Matthew Priestley is leading the development … Continued

TWU WELCOMES FEDERAL BUDGET COMMITMENT TO ACQUIRE REX IF SALE FAILS

By API User

The Transport Workers Union (TWU) has strongly endorsed the Federal Government’s explicit commitment in yesterday’s budget papers to potentially acquire Rex Airlines should private sale efforts fail. The budget papers state: “In the event there is no sale, the government will undertake work on contingency options in consultation with relevant states, including preparations necessary for … Continued

Bombardier Defense Announces Order of Two Challenger 650 Aircraft Destined for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions in Australia

By API User

Principle Finance, a renowned provider of customised operating lease for aircraft in Australia, placed an order for 2 Challenger 650 aircraft. Purchase was confirmed during a signing ceremony at the opening of the Avalon Australian International Airshow in Australia. Through this agreement, Bombardier Defense continues to expand its presence in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. … Continued

Helping Murwillumbah Pilots to Communicate Effectively

By API User

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) invites pilots of all licence categories to attend an upcoming pilot safety seminar in Murwillumbah, northern New South Wales this week.   Each year, CASA’s aviation safety advisors host free seminars across Australia to help pilots refresh their skills, enhance their knowledge, and improve flight safety.   Effective communication is essential … Continued

Helping Ballina Pilots to Communicate Effectively

By API User

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) invites pilots of all licence categories to attend an upcoming pilot safety seminar in Ballina, New South Wales this evening.   Each year, CASA’s aviation safety advisors host free seminars across Australia to help pilots refresh their skills, enhance their knowledge, and improve flight safety.   Effective communication is essential to … Continued

Australia’s Travel Agents and Businesses Step Up Amid Global Travel Chaos

By API User

22  March 2025: With thousands of Australians impacted by the closure of one of the world’s most important airports, Heathrow, and flight cancellations due to the ash cloud in Indonesia, Australia’s travel agents and businesses are carrying the load—solving problems, rebooking flights, and getting stranded travellers home.   More than 600,000 Australians visit the UK … Continued

GA-ASI Achieves EMAR/FR 145 Maintenance Organization Approval for MQ-9A and MQ-9B Platforms

By API User

European Military Airworthiness Regulator Approves GA-ASI Application Approval Will Make Subsequent Certifications Easier SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / March 20, 2025 / General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), a world leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), has received the prestigious EMAR/FR 145 Maintenance Organization Approval for component maintenance from the French Military Continuing … Continued

REGIONAL AVIATION CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE SUPPORT

By API User

  Regional and remote communities across Australia risk losing critical aviation services without urgent political and policy action. That’s the warning from the peak body representing regional aviation, which says all parties and candidates at the 2025 federal election must give commitments to supporting aviation. The Regional Aviation Association of Australia (RAAA) says without action … Continued

Royal Victorian Aero Club Safety Manager Takes Out CASA Scholarship

By API User

Flight Safety Manager Hugh McBain from the Royal Victorian Aero Club has been named a recipient of this year’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Aviation Safety Manager Scholarships. The annual CASA scholarship program is designed to enhance aviation safety in Australia and recognises the dedication of individuals who display a strong safety culture. CASA CEO … Continued

SAFETY CHECKS AT MORANBAH AND GLADSTONE AIRPORTS

By API User

Residents of Moranbah and Gladstone may see an aircraft flying unusually low next week as the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carries out important flight path safety checks.   The checks are being conducted by CASA to validate amended instrument approach procedures at Moranbah and Gladstone airports and ensure they operate safely.   The checks … Continued