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Embraer reports net income of US$347.8m for 2012

During the 4th quarter of 2012 (4Q12), Embraer delivered 23 commercial and 53 executive aircraft and ended the year with total deliveries of 106 commercial …

Boeing receives FAA approval of certification plan for 787 battery solution

Boeing (BA) has received approval from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the company’s plan to test and certify improvements to the 787’s battery …

Johan Malmqvist

Lilium appoints Johan Malmqvist as new CFO

Lilium has appointed Johan Malmqvist as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective April 1, 2024, bringing more than 25 years of experience as a CFO of global public and private companies across a variety of sectors and geographies. Most recently, he served as CFO at a premium electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar Automotive Holding UK (Polestar), where

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The Airbus A220 is powered by PW1500G engines

SIAEC to exit PW1500G engine risk-revenue sharing programme

SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has entered into an agreement with Pratt and Whitney (P&W) to exit from the PW1500G engine risk-revenue sharing programme (RRSP) that was held through its wholly-owned subsidiary, NexGen Network (2) Holding (NGN2). This programme was previously known as the CSeries aircraft engine programme. NGN2 invested in the RRSP in 2010 and

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STS Aviation Group

STS Aviation Services opens new line maintenance stations in the UK

STS Aviation Group has announced the expansion of STS Aviation Services UK, with the opening of two new line maintenance stations at East Midlands (EMA) and Norwich (NWI) airports in the United Kingdom, effective April 1, 2024. This strategic expansion is set to enhance service capabilities in the region, with Air Explore as the primary customer at the

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© Lufthansa and the trade union Ver.di resolved the ongoing pay dispute

Lufthansa and Ver.di resolve pay dispute after successful mediation

Following successful mediation, Lufthansa and the trade union Ver.di have reached an agreement on the main features of a collective labour agreement for approximately 25,000 Lufthansa employees, announced in Frankfurt. Details of the agreement to be disclosed this Thursday, March 28, 2024. Ver.di chief negotiator Marvin Reschinsky expressed satisfaction with the arbitration outcome, while Lufthansa’s

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Condor Boeing 757-300 aircraft © AirTeamImages

Crestone Air Partners acquires eleven Boeing 757-300 aircraft

Crestone Air Partners, an aviation asset management platform supported by Air T, has successfully acquired eleven Boeing 757-300 aircraft. This milestone transaction not only signifies substantial growth for Crestone but also underscores its capability to execute large-scale deals in niche aviation assets. All 11 aircraft were procured under existing lease agreements with Condor Airlines, a

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SAS

SAS AB initiates company reorganisation process in Sweden

SAS AB has officially applied for company reorganisation (Sw. företagsrekonstruktion) in Sweden today, March 27, 2024. The commencement of this process is contingent upon approval from the Stockholm District Court. It’s important to note that this application pertains solely to the listed parent company of the SAS Group, SAS AB, and does not extend to

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Brussels Airlines reaches agreement with cockpit unions on reward package

Brussels Airlines has successfully concluded negotiations with cockpit unions regarding their reward package, with the agreement formally signed on March 24, 2024. The specifics of the agreement will be communicated to the cockpit community in the forthcoming days. This agreement, mindful of the carrier’s current financial situation, primarily aims to enhance gross salaries. During the

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IFS Cloud has been selected by Joby Aviation to shape the future of eVTOL aircraft

Joby Aviation chooses IFS Cloud for aviation maintenance platform

Joby Aviation, the manufacturer of eVTOL aircraft for commercial air taxi services, has selected the IFS Cloud for Aviation Maintenance solution for its pioneering eVTOL aircraft maintenance processes. Joby continues to lead the way on the development of eVTOL aircraft, launching production in June 2023 and recently completing a series of piloted test flights, including

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Over two-million gallons of blended SAF will be supplied into the fuelling system at Schiphol Airport over the course of 2024 © Emirates

Emirates adds SAF on flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Emirates has commenced the activation of its fuel agreement with Neste this month at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Over two-million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be supplied into the fuelling system at Schiphol Airport over the course of 2024. The airline will track the delivery of SAF into the fuelling systems and environmental

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the Ai Co-Validator promises to radically transform the way organisations process large volumes of incoming reports by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI)

ASQS and LHIND unveil revolutionary Ai Co-Validator

ASQS, a provider of integrated aviation quality and safety management solutions has launched its latest feature – the iQSMS Ai Co-Validator. Developed in cooperation with Lufthansa Industry Solutions (LHIND), a renowned IT service provider specialising in digital transformation, the Ai Co-Validator promises to radically transform the way organisations process large volumes of incoming reports by

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AAR posts third quarter sales of US$567 million, up 9%

AAR CORP. has reported third-quarter fiscal year 2024 consolidated sales of US$567.3 million and income from continuing operations of US$14.0 million. For the third quarter of the prior year, the company reported sales of US$521.1 million and income from continuing operations of US$21.8 million. Adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations in the third

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New bins will be available on 50 aircraft by the end of this year and can accommodate up to 29 more bags per flight, helping make room for everyone's carry-on © United Airlines

United introduces larger overhead bins for Skywest E175 fleet

United Airlines (United) has released that it is installing new, larger overhead bins on its SkyWest operated Embraer E175 fleet that will provide more room for passengers’ roll aboard carry-on bags. These new bins will be available on 50 aircraft with a 76-seat configuration by the end of this year. United may expand the E175

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C&L Aerospace has opened a new warehouse in Leipzig, Germany © Shutterstock

C&L Aerospace opens new warehouse in Leipzig, Germany

C&L Aerospace, a C&L Aviation Group company, has opened a 20,000-ft² parts warehouse in Leipzig, Germany. This location was carefully researched and chosen in order to provide the most convenient shipping hub for Europe and beyond. The company warehouse will store aircraft parts inventories for the ATR 42/72, ERJ 145, E170/190, Saab 340, and more. 

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Pentagon 2000 Software

Pentagon 2000 Software completes SOC1 Audit and Certification process

Pentagon 2000 Software, Inc. has successfully completed the SOC1 Audit and Certification process. This audit, conducted by third-party auditor Ernst & Young according to AICPA standards, is crucial for ensuring trust in financial reporting. The audit’s success underscores the effectiveness of the company’s controls and its ability to safeguard client data. By obtaining the SOC1

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Dave Calhoun

Dave Calhoun to step down as Boeing CEO by end of 2024

Boeing President and CEO, Dave Calhoun, has declared his intention to step down from his CEO position at the end of 2024. However, Calhoun will continue to guide Boeing through the remainder of the year to ensure the completion of crucial ongoing initiatives aimed at stabilising and positioning the company for future success. Furthermore, Boeing

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Embraer signs multiple new contracts at MRO Americas

Embraer has signed multiple new contracts at MRO Americas this week. Among others a Pool Program Agreement with Air Botswana to support a wide range …

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