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Willis Lease Finance earns net income of $2. 2m in fourth quarter of 2012

Willis Lease Finance Corporation reported that following a $15.5m pre-tax charge for extinguishment of debt and derivatives termination and a $2.8m charge related to the ...

American Airlines closes private offering of enhanced equipment trust certificates

American Airlines, the principal operating subsidiary of AMR Corporation, reported the closing of its private offering of two tranches of enhanced equipment trust certificates (the ...
Claudio Buncamper, New Chief Commercial Officer at Sunrise Airways

Claudio Buncamper becomes new CCO for Sunrise Airways

Sunrise Airways has announced the appointment of Claudio Buncamper to the position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). With 33 years of experience in the aviation industry, Buncamper will spearhead the carrier’s strategic marketing and business development initiatives as it aims to expand intra-regional flights connecting gateways across the Caribbean. Before joining Sunrise Airways, Buncamper served

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Cassio 330 electric-hybrid aircraft © VoltAero

VoltAero joins General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)

VoltAero has recently joined the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) as an associate member, participating in the Electric Propulsion & Innovation Committee (EPIC). Based in Washington, D.C., GAMA is a trade organisation that promotes the welfare, safety and interests of the global business and general aviation industry. With VoltAero’s involvement in EPIC as an associate

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Contract signing at MRO Americas in Chicago, between Ontic and Boeing © Ontic

ONTIC, Boeing forge exclusive distribution partnership

ONTIC, a global aerospace OEM, providing complex engineered parts and repair services for established aircraft in the defence and commercial market, and Boeing have entered into an exclusive agreement, expanding Boeing’s distribution of approximately 1,000 additional actuation and propulsion system products. Continuing to strengthen its exclusive distributor relationship with ONTIC, Boeing will now incorporate the

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Air New Zealand has signed a landmark deal with Neste for SAF © Air New

Air New Zealand secures landmark deal with Neste for SAF

In a landmark agreement, Air New Zealand has finalised the largest purchase of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Neste by any airline outside North America and Europe. The SAF, amounting to nine million litres, is scheduled for delivery before the end of 2024. Produced at Neste’s Singapore refinery, which expanded its SAF production capability last

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© BOC Aviation

BOC Aviation reveals first-quarter operational transactions

In the first quarter of 2024, BOC Aviation conducted a series of significant transactions, showcasing its robust operational performance. These transactions included adding ten aircraft to the delivery pipeline for 2024 and finalising 31 lease commitments, marking the strongest first-quarter performance since 2020. Moreover, the company maintained strong momentum in aircraft sales, with five aircraft

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© Spirit AeroSystems

Spirit AeroSystems adapts to Boeing’s 737 MAX production decline

Boeing‘s principal supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, has told REUTERS news agency that it is curbing overtime and recruitment efforts in response to a decrease in output of 737 MAX jets. The production of Boeing’s MAX aircraft has significantly declined in recent weeks, attributed to heightened factory inspections by U.S. regulators and a slowdown in assembly line

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AFI KLM E&M will offer repair and pooling support for Hawaiian Airlines’ twelve 787-9 aircraft © Hawaiian Airlines

AFI KLM E&M partners with Hawaiian Airlines for Boeing 787 component support

Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M), has announced a significant partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, consolidating its position as a premier provider of tailored solutions in the aviation sector. This collaboration signifies the commencement of a ten-year term contract, with the provision for a two-year extension, encompassing comprehensive component support for Hawaiian

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To streamline the integration of first officers into its ranks, Brussels Airlines has initiated a partnership with Skywings Flight Training

Brussels Airlines and Skywings Flight Training launch new cadet pilot programme

In a bid to streamline the integration of first officers into its ranks, Brussels Airlines has initiated a partnership with Skywings Flight Training, situated in Antwerp. This collaboration has given rise to a “Multi Pilot Licence-program” designed to expedite the training process. Under this programme, candidates are enlisted alongside the airline even before their training

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Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) will supply pylons for Eve's eVTOL aircraft © Eve Air Mobility

Eve Air Mobility taps KAI as supplier for eVTOL pylons

Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has appointed Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) as the supplier for the pylons of its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Pylons are a crucial part of the airframe, offering support for the aircraft’s electric power units and eight lift propellers. KAI’s designation as a supplier for Eve’s eVTOL marks the

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Honeywell and ITP Aero to set up an authorised service centre for Honeywell’s F124-GA-200 engines © Honeywell

Honeywell and ITP Aero to establish European service centre for F124-GA-200 aircraft engines

Honeywell, in collaboration with ITP Aero, an aerospace propulsion company, has unveiled intentions to establish a new authorised service centre for Honeywell’s F124-GA-200 aircraft engines. Situated in Madrid, the Ajalvir site of ITP Aero will operate as a licensed maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility for International Turbine Engine Company (ITEC), a joint venture between

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Embraer and ENAER have signed two new collaborative agreements © Embraer

Embraer and ENAER forge cooperation agreement in Chile

Embraer and ENAER (National Aeronautical Company of Chile) have revealed two collaborative agreements encompassing the A-29 Super Tucano, the C-390 Millennium defence aircraft and commercial aircraft. This cooperation will expand Embraer’s supplier and service network in Chile while fostering integration within the aerospace industries of Brazil and Chile. This partnership stems from an understanding among

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V2500 engine on wing © Pratt & Whitney

AAR expands distribution agreement with Sumitomo Precision Products

AAR CORP, has announced an extension and expansion of its V2500 engine component distribution agreement with Sumitomo Precision Products. Under this agreement, AAR has extended its exclusive distribution rights for the V2500 pneumatic starter and starter control valve on behalf of SPP for the duration of the programme. Additionally, the contract expands AAR’s exclusive distributorship

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Olympic Air has taken delivery of one new ATR72-600 aircraft © Abelo

Abelo leases new aircraft to Olympic Air

Abelo, the Irish-based lessor, has announced the lease of a new ATR72-600 aircraft to Olympic Air, a member of the AEGEAN Group. The aircraft, part of Abelo’s order of thirty ATR aircraft, has just been delivered to Olympic Air. This strategic addition will support Olympic Air’s efforts to expand its regional presence in Greece. Since

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