May 7, 2015

EASA introduces new training program to reduce accident risk through pilot error

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European pilot associations, including the European Cockpit Association which represents 38,000 pilots across 37 European countries, have been pushing for increased pilot training in basic flying skills. They have been concerned that increased automation in flying procedures and the desire to reduce costs has seen skills training gradually reduced to an unacceptable level. “What Europe […]

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AMETEK MRO Florida – Avtech Avionics & Instruments introduces new Airbus A320/319/300 specialist capabilities

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AMETEK MRO Florida – Avtech Avionics & Instruments (AAI), a leader in avionic and instrument MRO, has expanded its capabilities to include more than 50 additional part numbers for new and mid-generation Airbus aircraft. AMETEK MRO has extended the reach of its low-cost global avionics repair services broadening its appeal to airlines seeking high-quality avionics

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CFM LEAP-1B engine begins extensive flight test program

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CFM International initiated flight testing of the LEAP-1B engine on April 29 on a modified 747 flying testbed at GE Aviation Flight Test Operations in Victorville, California. The testing is the next major milestone in a two-year program that will culminate in engine certification in 2016 and delivery of the first Boeing 737 MAX in

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Alaska Airlines to be Gevo's commercial launch partner for renewable alcohol-based jet fuel

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Gevo has signed a strategic alliance agreement with Alaska Airlines to purchase Gevo’s renewable jet fuel and fly the first-ever commercial flight on alcohol-to-jet fuel (ATJ). The demonstration flight is expected to occur after Gevo receives ASTM International certification for its fuel, sometime in mid to late 2015. Gevo has been working through the rigorous

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Skyworld Aviation completes disposal of Blue Islands Jetstream fleet

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On behalf of Blue Islands of Guernsey, Skyworld Aviation announced the sale of two Jetstream 32 aircraft to start up airline S-Air of Austria. S-Air took delivery of serial number 915 in December 2014 which is currently located in Malmö, Sweden. The sale of the second aircraft, serial number 873, closed on May 6st and

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Finnair Group reports first quarter 2015 results

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Finnair’s revenue in the first quarter of 2015 was on a par with the corresponding period in 2014 at €540.4m. Revenues increased by higher passenger traffic revenue and negatively affected by lower revenue from Aurinkomatkat Suntours and cargo traffic, as well as the elimination of revenue from businesses sold after the comparison period. Finnair´s profitability

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AV8 MRO new facility aims to decrease turn times for Hawker landing gear overhaul

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In order to meet increasing demands from customers, AV8 MRO recently moved into a new facility featuring 20,000 square feet of office and warehouse space. With 10,000 square feet of dedicated shop space, the new facility drastically increases AV8 MRO’s ability to offer additional in-house capabilities, as their previous facility had only 2,000 square feet

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New Managing Directors at airberlin Technik

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Dr. Rainer Heumann and Torsten Tamm have been appointed as Managing Directors of airberlin Technik. Dr. Rainer Heumann will be responsible for finance & administration while Torsten Tamm will oversee the operation departments. airberlin Technik employs 1,800 people and serves beside its parent company airberlin about 60 third party customers.

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STTS first purposely built paint facility opens in Africa

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STTS Group, a European expert in painting of aircraft will celebrate the opening of the first purposely built paint hangar at Casablanca’s Airport, Mohammed 5th, Morocco, on May 8th. Royal Air Maroc (RAM) and STTS Group decided in 2013 to set up a joint venture to answer to a growing demand of high quality and cost

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BARFIELD and AMG strengthen sales synergies