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BHS Aviation Group consolidates flight operations under a unified German AOC
BHS Aviation Group has successfully transferred its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) for commercial fixed-wing operations from Switzerland to Germany. As a result, both fixed-wing flight operations and helicopter operations will in future be conducted under German regulatory oversight. The Air Operator Certificate is the key regulatory requirement for the commercial transport of passengers and cargo in aviation. As part of the approval process conducted by the German Federal Aviation Office (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt), BHS Aviation demonstrated, among other things, its professional expertise, technical and organizational capabilities, and the company’s financial stability. By consolidating its AOCs in Germany, BHS Aviation Group is taking an important strategic step in the further development of its corporate structure. The objective is to bundle regulatory responsibilities, further harmonize internal processes, and leverage existing expertise more effectively on a unified operational basis. The next phase of development will focus on the structured expansion of organizational, personnel, and digital foundations.
High-Speed Internet Now Available on PC-24 Super Versatile Jet
Pilatus has announced the introduction of Gogo Galileo as a factory-installed connectivity option for the PC-24, delivering global, high-speed broadband to the world’s first and only Super Versatile Jet. The system is set to enter service, bringing fast, low-latency connectivity to owners wherever they fly. The system is certified by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The new connectivity solution built on the OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network enables passengers to stay seamlessly connected in flight, supporting internet access at altitude. This latest upgrade transforms the PC-24 cabin into a fully functional office and entertainment space, meeting the growing demand for uninterrupted productivity and streaming while traveling. The position and shape of the antenna fairings were chosen to minimize drag and any impact on the aircraft’s aerodynamic performance. The resulting design has a negligible effect on the Pilatus PC-24’s take-off performance, climb rate, or speed, with performance remaining consistently excellent. The antenna has also been engineered to prevent unwanted noise, with careful attention to weight and balance to avoid any adverse effects, delivering an integrated solution typical of OEM-level design.
Deutsche Bank invests in Sustainable Aviation Fuel with Lufthansa Group
As part of its strategy to reduce the climate impact of business travel, Deutsche Bank is investing in the deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in air transport with the Lufthansa Group. The jointly agreed volume of approximately 1,600 metric tonnes of SAF enables an estimated emissions saving of around 5,500 metric tonnes of CO₂. This is equivalent to the CO₂ emissions of approximately 520 flights between Frankfurt and London operated by an Airbus A320neo. The agreement builds on the growing partnership between the two companies: since October 2025, Deutsche Bank has been issuing the Lufthansa Miles & More Credit Card. In the area of sustainability, both partners aim to deepen their collaboration further – with the goal of advancing the sustainable transformation and enhancing the credibility and acceptance of climate protection solutions.
People: Thibauld Jongen appointed EASA Certification Director
Thibauld Jongen has been appointed Certification Director for the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, effective from June 1, 2026. The Certification Directorate is responsible for EASA certifications of all aircraft, as well as validations of certifications by authorities in other countries that hold a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement with the European Union. The Certification Directorate is the largest at the Agency, comprising around 270 of the Agency’s circa 820 staff. Alain Leroy, EASA’s Chief Engineer and Safety Adviser, has also been Acting Certification Director since the start of 2026. Leroy will retire from EASA on June 30 after 22 years with the Agency.
Thibauld Jongen brings over 25 years’ experience of leading innovation across high-impact sectors, including manufacturing, aerospace, defence, and AI-powered robotics. He was the CEO of Common Sense Robotics, a company he co-founded in 2023, which develops intelligent robots to enable reliable automation of manual work in the manufacturing industry. Prior to this, he served as CEO of Sabca Group, where he led a full strategic transformation of this major Belgian aerospace and defence company into a modern innovation-driven player, developing a new product portfolio and ensuring sustainable growth. He also held the role of Managing Director of Safran Test Cells, a Safran Group business unit specializing in the design of aeroengine test facilities worldwide.
His academic background combines an engineering degree in applied mathematics, a bachelor’s degree in philosophy, a master’s in fluid mechanics, and a PhD in computational science—reflecting his ongoing effort to connect technical excellence with broader human and societal perspectives. He has worked and studied in Belgium, the Netherlands, the United States, and Switzerland, and has served on numerous boards, including ADRA (the European AI, Data, and Robotics Association) and Arianespace.
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