Season’s Greetings to the global aviation and space community,
As we celebrate this festive season and look up at the stars, we are reminded that aviation and aerospace are far more than industries—they are the ultimate bridges that connect continents, cultures, and dreams. In a world that often feels divided, the sky remains a shared horizon where humanity works together to reach new heights.
Reflecting on 2025, we have witnessed a remarkable inflection point for our sector. It was a year of “firsts” and critical milestones:
- Lunar Exploration: We celebrated the first successful commercial soft landing on the Moon with Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost.
- Civil Aviation: The Boeing 777-9 received a crucial FAA software certification, finally clearing the path for deliveries to commence in early 2026.
- Sustainable Innovation: The industry grew greener with breakthroughs like Japan Airlines’ riblet coatings to increase fuel efficiency.
- Future Flight: Advanced Air Mobility moved from prototype to reality, with successful first flights from Eve Air Mobility and Wisk’s Generation 6 autonomous air taxi.
These achievements were made possible through international collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence. Whether it is the NASA and ESA partnership on the Gateway lunar station or the Indo-US NISAR satellite mission, we see that we are at our best when we interact with peace, respect, and a common purpose.
Looking ahead to 2026, our eyes are on the horizon for the Artemis II crewed mission around the Moon and the continued evolution of sustainable flight.
May the spirit of flight inspire us all to move toward a future defined by safety, mutual respect, and global peace. We wish for the security of every crew in the air and in orbit, and for the prosperity of our entire community.
Wishing you a peaceful Christmas and a high-flying New Year.
The Team at AviationNews.eu
