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Japan Airlines and American Airlines today announced they have decided to commence their joint business from April 1, 2011, based on the expected start of revenue-sharing on applicable trans-Pacific flights. The airlines, after receiving regulatory approvals from the Japanese Government and the U.S. Department of Transportation, are using a phased approach to bring more travel

Southwest Airlines’ Pilots began Required Navigation Performance (RNP) efficient flight procedures at 11 airports nationwide. This major milestone to reduce environmental impact with a more efficient operation and to assist the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on NextGen initiatives is the culmination of a four-year project with partners Boeing, GE, and Honeywell. RNP is satellite-based navigation

Eurocopter South East Asia (ESEA) unveiled its new 8,200-square meter Singapore facility, which is a key element for the growth strategy of this Eurocopter regional affiliate in the dynamic South East Asia helicopter marketplace. Located in Singapore

UPS released that Robert L.

Atlanta, GA – based Precision Aviation Group (PAG), exclusive provider of ISMRO (Inventory Supported Maintenance Repair & Overhaul), announced the acquisition of Dallas-based Avcenter, an FAA Repair Station specializing in Wheels, Brakes, and Accessories for the Aerospace industry. The Avcenter purchase allows PAG to expand the MRO services it provides to customers operating Fixed and

IASG has received confirmation from the UK CAA that it has been granted an extension of its EASA Part M Sub-Part G and Sub-Part I privileges to include the following: Boeing 737-300 / -400 / -500, Boeing 737-600 / -700 / -800 / -900 and A320-100 / -200.

A J Walter Aviation is expanding its commercial jet engine management business. AJW is combining its service and commercial expertise in component leasing and contracted support with a new in-house resource providing technical excellence in the engine sector. The AJW engine portfolio will offer integrated management solutions comprising engineering services, aircraft engines for lease and

Astronics Corporation has been selected by Iberia Airlines, the Spanish flag carrier, to supply its EMPOWER in-seat power systems for the airline

Row 44, a provider of in-flight broadband connectivity, has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to equip commercial aircraft in Europe with its broadband connectivity platform. “EASA approval marks another major milestone for Row 44, clearing the final hurdle for us to offer our in-flight broadband connectivity platform

GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. and Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, announced the signature of a code-share agreement. Under the agreement, Qatar Airways will add its code (QR) to GOL flights departing from Sao Paulo to 48 Brazilian destinations. Thus, Qatar Airways, which operates to Sao Paulo non-stop from its