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At MRO Americas, in Chicago, Rhinestahl has announced its intention to acquire HYDRO Systems © HYDRO Systems Financial

Rhinestahl to acquire HYDRO Systems

Rhinestahl Corporation has announced its intention to acquire HYDRO Systems KG, marking a significant step towards consolidating strengths in the aviation support equipment and services ...
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Airbus forecasts North America’s aircraft services market to surge 45% by 2042

North America’s commercial aircraft services market is projected to experience substantial growth, reaching US$45 billion by 2042, a 45% increase from the current US$31 billion, ...
H145 Jupiter HT1 at RAF Shawbury

UK Ministry of Defence orders six Airbus H145 helicopters

The UK Ministry of Defence has placed an order for an additional six Airbus H145 helicopters, marking the next phase in the modernisation of its rotary fleet and streamlining the variety of helicopter types in operation. The new aircraft will primarily serve emergency response duties in Cyprus and support military training in jungle warfare in

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IAI commemorates milestone with STK and Incheon International Airport

Aerospace and defence company Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), has joined Sharp Technics K (STK) and Incheon International Airport Corporation in a ceremony marking the laying of the cornerstone for a joint Boeing 777 passenger-to-freight conversion facility in Korea. Senior officials and representatives from all three companies were present for the occasion. In collaboration with AerCap,

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Signing of the MoU between Austrian Industrial Cooperation & Aviation Technology (AICAT) and Embraer © Embraer

Embraer and AICAT establish partnership to elevate Austrian aerospace collaboration

Embraer has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AICAT (Austrian Industrial Cooperation & Aviation Technology) aimed at enhancing international cooperation in the aerospace sector. The cooperation aims to strengthen ties with the main aerospace companies in Austria and explore additional opportunities such as joint research, technology development and contributions from the Austrian ecosystem to

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NJE is expanding its charter footprint with NSW service

National Jet Express (NJE) expands charter services to Orange, NSW

National Jet Express (NJE), a member of the Rex Group, has announced the commencement of weekly charter services between Brisbane and Orange in New South Wales for mining and civil contractor SEE Civil. These services mark NJE’s eighth destination on the East Coast since initiating services from Brisbane in July 2023 and its inaugural port

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SCAT Airlines takes off with AMOS © Swiss-AS

SCAT Airlines successfully implements AMOS System

Swiss-AS has released that SCAT Airlines, one of Kazakhstan’s leading carriers, has successfully launched AMOS. This significant achievement signifies the conclusion of an extensive transition period, facilitating the seamless integration and operation of AMOS within SCAT Airlines’ engineering and maintenance (E&M) department. Although the agreement between SCAT Airlines and Swiss-AS was signed in the summer

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KLM aircraft at Schiphol Airport ©

KLM Group signs up for GE Aerospace’s fuel insight solution

GE Aerospace, Software as a Service, has announced that KLM Group Airlines (KLM Group), comprising KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, KLM Cityhopper and Martinair, has enlisted its Fuel Insight software to enhance fuel efficiency, lower CO2 emissions and consolidate around a unified set of tools at the group level. Previously, KLM trialled GE Aerospace’s Flight Analytics

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Narita International Airport © Collins Aerospace

Narita International Airport selects Collins Aerospace for passenger experience enhancements

Collins Aerospace has been chosen to deploy systems aimed at improving the passenger experience through streamlined processing and self-service kiosks at Narita International Airport Corporation (NAA), Japan. NAA has opted for ARINC cMUSE, the airport’s common-use passenger processing system. This system will allow multiple airlines to utilise desks and boarding gate positions within the terminal,

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Czech Airlines Technics

Czech Airlines Technics returns to profit

Czech Airlines Technics (CSAT), a subsidiary of Prague Airport, has achieved financial success for the first time since 2019. This positive outcome is attributed to the gradual restoration of operations across all sectors, increased service volume and optimal utilisation of available capacity. The EBITDA operating profit saw a year-on-year increase of 45 million crowns to

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Rendering of eVTOL aircraft in AirX livery © Eve

Eve Air Mobility and AirX sign LOI for up to 50 eVTOLs

Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has signed a letter of intent with AirX Inc., Japan’s largest public helicopter air charter service, for up to ten firm and up to 40 optional electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The order will support the continued development and scaling of innovative transportation operations in Japan. AirX is a

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Jack Karapetyan

Ontic appoints Jack Karapetyan as VP and GM of Global MRO Operations

Ontic, a licensor and manufacturer of complex engineered parts for the aerospace and defence industries, has named Jack Karapetyan as Vice President and General Manager of Global MRO Operations. This appointment marks a significant new direction for Ontic’s manufacturing, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. Karapetyan’s promotion is effective immediately, transitioning from his previous role as

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United Airlines

United Airlines reveals Q1 2024 financials and fleet developments

United Airlines (UAL) has announced its first-quarter (Q1) 2024 financial results, recording a pre-tax loss of US$164 million, marking a US$92 million improvement compared to the same quarter last year. Adjusted pre-tax loss stood at US$79 million, reflecting a US$187 million improvement on an adjusted basis from the previous year. These figures include a US$200

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Bangkok Airways eyes further growth through renewed network planning and optimisation deal with Sabre © Sabre

Bangkok Airways renews optimisation deal with Sabre

Sabre Corporation has announced the renewal of its agreement with Bangkok Airways, as the airline sets its sights on continued industry growth, investment and collaboration. This renewed partnership marks the third extension between the two companies, ensuring that Bangkok Airways will persist in leveraging Sabre’s comprehensive suite of network planning and optimisation solutions to forge

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With the acquisition of ATB, SAMCO Aircraft Maintenance will double its base maintenance footprint in Europe © Airbus

SAMCO Aircraft Maintenance acquires Austrian Airlines Techniks Bratislava

SAMCO Aircraft Maintenance, an aircraft maintenance provider, has reported the successful acquisition of Austrian Airlines Techniks Bratislava (ATB). Established in 2006, ATB has been providing heavy maintenance services to regional aircraft operators. Under the previous ownership of Austrian Airlines, ATB achieved remarkable growth and success. This change of ownership marks a new chapter for ATB,

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Barry Swift Chief Operating Officer of AJW

AJW Group signs multiple new logistics contracts

AJW Group has announced the signing of multiple new logistics contracts aimed at transforming its operational landscape. These agreements represent a significant investment in AJW Group’s future, focused on streamlining operations, reducing costs, and reinforcing the supply chain. “In today’s dynamic aviation and business environment, AJW Group’s transformation journey is crucial for our success,” said

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SCAT Airlines takes off with AMOS © Swiss-AS
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SCAT Airlines successfully implements AMOS System

Swiss-AS has released that SCAT Airlines, one of Kazakhstan’s leading carriers, has successfully launched AMOS. This significant achievement signifies the conclusion of an extensive transition ...
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Talking to Caroline Vandedrinck, SVP Business Dev. at SR Technics about Engines and a Diverse Workforce

At this year’s MRO Americas in Chicago, AviTrader had the opportunity to talk to Caroline Vandedrinck, SVP Business Dev. at SR Technics, about Engines and ...
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AEGEAN invests in A321neo’s with extended-range capabilities

AEGEAN has announced its strategic decision to invest in an extended-range and upgraded cabin quality version of the Airbus A321neo, creating a dedicated “special purpose” ...

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