Firefly Aerospace has announced plans to establish a mass production facility at Exploration Park, Florida, and conduct launch operations at Cape Canaveral Spaceport. The company will invest $52 million and bring over 200 high-paying jobs to the state of Florida.
Pilatus has partnered with FlightSafety International (FSI) to develop a comprehensive PC-24 training program, including a state-of-the-art simulator. The simulator offers a highly realistic environment for pilots to train, reducing costs and enhancing safety.
The first customers of the Pilatus PC-24 have been flying the Super Versatile Jet for some time now. CEO Cédric Lescop and pilot Philippe Ceretti discuss their experiences with the aircraft, which offers many advantages such as a large quiet cabin and fast performance.
Firefly Aerospace has entered a launch brokerage agreement with Spaceflight, enabling dedicated rideshare launch opportunities on the Firefly Alpha launch vehicle. The partnership aims to provide affordable and convenient access to space for small satellites.
Firefly Aerospace has been awarded a Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) contract by NASA worth up to $2.6 billion over 10 years. The program aims to acquire end-to-end commercial payload services between Earth and the lunar surface.
The Pilatus Owners and Pilots Association (POPA) is an independent association that offers its members international platforms for experience and idea exchange. With nearly 400 members, representing over 500 aircraft worldwide, POPA strives to elevate the Pilatus experience through various programmes.
Pilatus presented the first PC-24 with medevac interior to the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia on November 26, 2018. The aircraft was configured for patient transport and features an innovative aeromedical interior developed in partnership with Aerolite AG.
Kansas City Aviation Centre (KCAC) has been part of the Pilatus Network since 2000 and opened in 1966. As an Authorised Pilatus Sales and Service Centre, KCAC offers a range of services including new and used aircraft sales, charter operations, maintenance, avionics, and cabin upgrades.
Firefly Aerospace has appointed Deborah Lee James to its advisory board, bringing 30 years of national security experience to the role. Ms.
Pilatus has partnered with renowned designer Philippe Starck to create a unique interior and exterior design for its new PC-24 aircraft. Jetfly, a customer of Pilatus, acquired four PC-24s with these designs, which include special materials and colors.
Pilatus has delivered twelve PC-24 Super Versatile Jets to customers worldwide, including the United States, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Southern Africa. The global fleet has accumulated 1200 flight hours, with the first serialised production PC-24 clocking over 620 hours.
Firefly Aerospace has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with York Space Systems for the development of integrated launch services and spacecraft mission solutions. The partnership aims to provide customers with a single point of entry to build space-based businesses, leveraging Firefly's Alpha launch vehicle and York's S-CLASS spacecraft platform.
Firefly Aerospace has welcomed Shea Ferring as Vice President of Mission Assurance, bringing over 25 years of experience in space system design and integration. Ferring joins Firefly from his previous roles at NASA Launch Services Program, ECAPS, Vencore, and Orbital ATK.
Pilatus PC-12 NG Gains Popularity in British Isles, Breaking Defense reports. Edwin Brenninkmeyer founded Oriens Aviation with Craig Lammiman in 2015 to represent Pilatus in the UK and Ireland.
Firefly Aerospace has saved the Space Foundation's International Student Art Contest, which was threatened by a lack of sponsorship in 2019. The contest, now in its eleventh year, inspires thousands of children to envision possibilities in space.
OK Aviation Group, based in Pribram, Czech Republic, has been approved as an Authorised Pilatus PC-12 & PC-24 Sales & Service Centre for Central Europe. The company, founded by Lubomir Cornak, has evolved from modest beginnings to become a prominent player in the region's aviation industry.
Pilatus has unveiled the new PC-12 NG Demonstrator, featuring an eye-catching paper cut design inspired by traditional Swiss art. Esther Gerber's design reflects the core values of Swiss craftsmanship and perfection.
Nik Gammeter, a seasoned airline pilot with years of experience, has joined Pilatus as a ferry pilot. In an exclusive interview, he shared his journey from airline pilot to ferry pilot, highlighting the unique aspects of this role.
Firefly Aerospace, a developer of orbital launch vehicles for the small to medium satellite market, has formed an all-star advisory board. Initial appointments include Jeff Bingham, Robert M.
Pilatus has started construction on a new Structure Assembly Hall at its headquarters in Switzerland. Located near the Pilatus headquarters, the hall will be ready for use by mid-2019.