Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup
>Eindhoven Airport business aircraft ban takes effect
The ban on business aircraft announced by Eindhoven Airport in November 2023 officially came into effect on January 1, 2026, as part of a plan to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and noise levels by 30%. Read more
>Facts about the new Bishoftu Airport set to become Africa’s biggest aviation hub
Construction has commenced in the town of Bishoftu on what Ethiopia claims will be Africa’s largest airport and the continent’s most extensive aviation infrastructure project. Read more
>Lufthansa Group Also Chooses Starlink Connectivity
Lufthansa Group has decided to equip the entire fleet of its airlines with SpaceX`s Starlink high-speed satellite internet service, covering around 850 narrowbody and widebody aircraft. Read more
>FAA Grounds Aircraft for Improper Registration
Agency alleges violations of U.S. citizenship requirements. Read more
>Sharklets to be installed across entire easyJet A320ceo fleet
European LCC easyJet has announced the retrofit of all is remaining Airbus A320ceo aircraft with Airbus-manufactured ‘sharklet’, wing tips with a view to reducing fuel burn. Read more
>Nearly 60K Aircraft Affected by Radio Altimeter Proposal
Units must withstand interference from wireless signals in neighboring radio bands. Read more
>World’s safest airline rankings for 2026
AirlineRatings, the world’s only airline safety and product rating website, has announced its Top 25 Safest Full-Service and Top 25 Safest Low-Cost Airlines for 2026 from the 320 airlines it monitors. Read more
