Roughly a year before the planned entry into service of the new maritime patrol aircraft, Lufthansa Technik recently began qualifying the first German Navy technicians for the support of the P-8A Poseidon. As part of their training courses at the subsidiary Lufthansa Technical Training (LTT), several subgroups have now already completed their practical training for
Embraer has achieved a new delivery milestone on the world’s favoured small, narrow-body aircraft programme: the handover of the 1800th E-Jet production aircraft. The latest E190-E2, owned by Azorra, was delivered to Royal Jordanian Airlines today at Embraer’s facility in São José dos Campos, Brazil. E-Jets have achieved worldwide success in the fleets of 90
Astronics Corporation has reported financial results for the three months ended March 30, 2024. Consolidated sales were up $28.5 million, or 18.2%. Aerospace sales increased US$28.0 million, or 20.7%, driven by increased demand in its Electrical Power & Motion product line. Test Systems sales increased US$0.5 million. Consolidated operating income was US$1.7 million, compared with
Airbus Helicopters has finalised a deal with the Ministry of Defence of Brunei for the purchase of six H145M helicopters. Brunei’s acquisition of the H145Ms, replacing its ageing BO105 fleet, aims to augment the air force’s operational capabilities for tasks such as close air support and aerial surveillance. The H145M is a versatile military helicopter
CDB Aviation, an entirely owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (CDB Leasing), has finalised the acquisition of four Airbus aircraft from Avolon. The acquired assets include one A330-900, two A321neo and one A320ceo aircraft, featuring both fixed and floating rate leases with CDB Aviation’s current and new airline clientele. “We
Aero Capital Solutions (ACS), a prominent figure in aircraft leasing and trading worldwide, has announced the appointment of Julien Basset as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Sales for the Asia-Pacific region. Based at the company’s Singapore office, Basset brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in mid-life aircraft and engine leasing. Prior to
Safran Helicopter Engines has inked a support-by-the-hour contract with DRF Luftrettung for the engines propelling its H145 helicopter fleet. This SBH® contract encompasses in-service support and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) for over 90 Arriel 2E engines. DRF Luftrettung stands as one of Europe’s largest users of the Arriel engine. The management of this contract
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) and TAAG Angola Airlines E.P., the national carrier of Angola, have sealed a six-year Fleet Managementâ„¢ Program (FMP) agreement. This arrangement encompasses engine maintenance services for the airline’s PW150A engines, which power its fleet of Dash 8-400 regional turboprops. Notably, the agreement empowers Pratt & Whitney to customise coverage to
GE Additive is undergoing a transformation, emerging anew as Colibrium Additive – an entity within the GE Aerospace fold. Forming part of GE Aerospace’s Propulsion & Additive Technologies (PAT) division, Colibrium Additive, formerly known as GE Additive, was established towards the end of 2016. Today, it stands as a trusted ally and producer of industrial
Bombardier has disclosed that its customer NetJets has emerged as the previously undisclosed purchaser of 12 Challenger 3500 aircraft. Initially announced in December 2023, the transaction, pegged at US$326.4 million based on prevailing list prices, could potentially surpass US$6 billion if all optional 232 Challenger 3500 jets are eventually acquired. This procurement further enhances NetJets’
Estonia has accused Russia of breaching international airspace regulations by disrupting GPS signals. According to REUTERS, Margus Tsahkna, Estonia’s Foreign Minister, stated that the interference in Estonian airspace caused disruptions to civil aviation in the area. Tsahkna labelled this interference as a “hybrid attack” and intends to address the issue at the European Union (EU)
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has recently injected €1.5 million into the enhancement of its temperature-controlled perishables facility in Madrid, Spain. This investment is part of a total €12 million allocated to bolstering the business’ Spanish hub over the last six years. Serving as the primary entry point into the
StandardAero, in collaboration with Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), Augusta Economic Development Authority, and the state of Georgia, has announced the upcoming addition of an 80,500 ft² hangar expansion to its Augusta Business Aviation MRO facility. The construction is expected to be completed in 2025. “The new facility will add over 60% of new space to
Pan Am Flight Academy has announced the arrival of its latest addition, a Level D Airbus A330 full-flight simulator (FFS). This cutting-edge simulator, formerly located in Bahrain, has now been installed at the new Pan Am Flight Academy training centre situated at the Axis Park complex in Hialeah, FL. Featuring Airbus Standard 2.4 specifications, the
Turkish Airlines, Airbus, and Rolls-Royce came together at Turkish Airlines’ headquarters in Istanbul to commemorate the momentous order for 150 A321neo and 80 A350-family aircraft placed in December 2023. The gathering was attended by distinguished figures including the Turkish Minister of Trade, Prof. Ömer Bolat, Minister of Industry and Technology, Mehmet Fatih Kacır, Minister of
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