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industry news9 min read

Why Aviation Websites Fail to Convert (and How to Fix It)

Most aviation website conversion problems come down to slow load times, no clear call-to-action, and missing trust signals. Here is how to diagnose and fix them.

A Boeing narrowbody jet on a manufacturer's flight line awaiting delivery
opinion6 min read

Opinion: Boeing's China Order Won't Fix Its Real Problem

An opinion on the Boeing China order: 200 jets is a real symbolic win, but Boeing's actual problem is building airplanes, not selling them — and a backlog order changes nothing there.

A marketing dashboard and notebook on a desk beside a model aircraft
opinion7 min read

Opinion: Why Most Aviation Businesses Waste Their Marketing Budget

Most aviation businesses misspend their marketing budget on vanity over measurement. An argument for owning your channel, tracking everything, and going local-first.

Bombardier Challenger 600-series jet on approach
industry news4 min read

FAA proposes CF34 inspections after 2024 Challenger power loss

The FAA is planning CF34 inspections for Challenger 600 and CRJ200 fleets after a 2024 dual-engine event. Australian operators should watch for CASA adoption

Small aircraft on an Australian airstrip with maintenance activity visible
industry news4 min read

CASA SMS deadline looms for micro-operators in 2026

Australia's smallest air transport and aerial work operators have three months to nominate a safety manager, lodge SMS procedures, and complete CASA's online assessment before December.

A general aviation aircraft parked on an Australian regional airfield at dusk
industry news7 min read

CASA's 2026 Fee Overhaul and Annual Registration: What Australian Owners Face

The May 2026 budget set up a CASA fees 2026 annual registration shake-up — fewer fee categories and yearly VH renewals from July 2027. What Australian aircraft owners should expect.

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