April 17, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:

> IATA Highlights Aviation’s Substantial Economic Impact in the UAE
Dubai – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a study quantifying the substantial value that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generated for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in terms of jobs and economic activity in 2023. Read more

> Gulfstream G800 Wins FAA and EASA Certification
Company’s longest-range business jet exceeds performance expectations. Read more

> Vietnam Opens Doors To More Aircraft Imports With New Certifications From US, Brazil, Canada, Russia, UK, And China
Vietnam has expanded its aircraft import regulations to include certifications from Brazil, Canada, Russia, the UK, and China, significantly broadening the range of aircraft eligible for import. This move aims to enhance the flexibility of the country’s airline industry by allowing a wider selection of aircraft types, fostering international collaboration, and improving fleet management. Read more

> Emirates Makes Aviation History in 2025 with Shortest A380 Flight from Dubai to Bahrain After Grand Prix and Expands Superjumbo Network to Fifty-Two Global Destinations: You Need to Know
Seventeen years after Emirates introduced the iconic Airbus A380 on its inaugural service between Dubai and New York, the airline continues to push the limits of luxury and scale in global aviation. Since its launch in August 2008, the superjumbo has carried millions of travelers across continents, landing in seventy-five different airports worldwide—from megacities to one-time celebratory stops. Read more

> United Airlines Flight Forced to Land After Rabbit Causes Engine Fire: Reports
An airplane engine burst into flame after reportedly striking an animal on departure from Denver International Airport, prompting pilots to make an emergency landing over the weekend, according to the Federal Aviation Administration and air traffic control recordings. Read more

Aviation Sector Faces Rising Cyber Risks Due to Vulnerable Software, Aging Tech
A report published Thursday called on federal authorities to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and take steps to modernize the air traffic control system. Read more

Tariffs, Tax Incentives Making Market Predictions Murky
Deals are slowing and the future is hard to predict, Hagerty Jet Group reports. Read more

> Sofema Online Announces Monthly Draw – Find a Missing Aviation Abbreviation and Win a Free Course Worth up to 200 EUR
Sofema Online (SOL) has launched a monthly draw inviting aviation professionals to explore its comprehensive Aviation Abbreviation Glossary and report any missing terms. Each valid submission enters participants into a chance to win a free Sofema Online course of their choice, valued up to €200. Read more 

 

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