The first TBM 960 is winging its way to Germany. The customer, who is completing instrument training, was attracted by the aircraft's many systems as well as its level of safety.

Bye announced the eFlyer 800 programme in response to growing demands for regional all-electric aircraft with significantly reduced operating costs, plus increased capacity and utility. RAS will be an important advocate.

Located in Mönchengladbach, RAS was established in 1972 and employs 280 staff in four locations in Germany. It describes the Bell 505 as an ‘incredible’ helicopter, and looks forward to selling it throughout the region.