GE Aviation has chosen Boeing to assist flying testing of its hybrid electric propulsion system, which will use a modified Saab 340B aircraft and CT7-9B turboprop engines, announced a company statement. Hybrid electric propulsion solutions can assist the aviation industry meet its goal of net-zero CO2 emissions from flight by 2050 by saving fuel and optimising engine performance.

Rob DiCastri, CEO at RoyalJet said: “Despite the ongoing challenges presented by the pandemic, demand in the past 6 months has exceeded supply in our sector of the aviation industry and in our region. The overall health of the global private jet market has now been strong for an extended period of time, and growth is expected to continue.”

The A220 is the sole aircraft designed specifically for the 100-150 seat market, including cutting-edge aerodynamics, innovative materials, and Pratt & Whitney’s PW1500G geared turbofan engines. The A220 is a fantastic aircraft for regional and long-distance routes operations, with a 50% decreased noise footprint and up to 25% lower fuel burn per seat compared to previous generation aircraft.

Airbus’ SHM helps airlines save time and money on unscheduled maintenance. SHM also integrates with Skywise Predictive Maintenance (SPM) and Skywise Reliability (SR) to give users a more seamless experience.

The new clients A220 and the A330 will also expand Airbus’ FHS reach on the African continent, highlighting the rising confidence in the company’s services for both widebody and single-aisle fleets.