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 said: “Despite this challenging ongoing pandemic, Dubai has found a way to grow private jet traffic into and out of this beautiful city, flying in the face of trend which has been seen outside only the US and maybe Europe. As one of the leading destinations for tourism and business, Dubai continues to welcome guests from numerous countries”.

“RoyalJet is excited to add this exceptional aircraft to our large and growing fleet of BBJs, to offer it to our select customers and to expand our reach further into European market. This is yet another milestone in the history of RoyalJet and we are honoured to have been selected to manage this valuable asset” said Rob DiCastri, CEO, Royal Jet.