With Boeing reducing its output of the 737 MAX which is powered by CFM LEAP engines, CFM International has seized the opportunity to wipe out the current backlog of engine deliveries to Boeing. With Boeing reducing MAX output to 42 units per month as opposed to a previous rate of 52 and also deferring a […]
CFM resolves LEAP backlog but cautious about increasing output Read More »
Aerospace supply chain provider, Pattonair, has won its first contract from Safran Ventilation Systems (SVS). The contract, which is for up to five years, will commence in the coming months and ramp up throughout 2019. Pattonair will service SVS from a new Toulouse facility, providing advanced logistical services for the wide range of ventilation products
Pattonair wins Safran Ventilation Systems contract Read More »
ST Engineering’s Aerospace arm has entered into a long-term collaboration with Honeywell through an agreement that will have ST Engineering acting as a licensed repair centre for Honeywell components. Under this agreement, ST Engineering becomes an official member of Honeywell Channel Partner network, and will have access to Honeywell’s maintenance document and technical support for
ST Engineering’s Aerospace arm enters into long-term collaboration with Honeywell Read More »
Regional aircraft leasing company Nordic Aviation Capital, will strengthen its Executive Management Team with the appointment of Alan Jenkins as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 2019. Jenkins will report to the company’s CEO, Søren M. Overgaard. Alan Jenkins has over 20 years of experience in the aviation and financial services industry. Up to recently, he
Alan Jenkins appointed CFO of Nordic Aviation Capital Read More »
The French Defence Procurement Agency DGA has signed an order to purchase an additional H225M which will be operated by the French Air Force. The aircraft will be delivered in a configuration that allows it to be interoperable with the existing fleet of 10 H225Ms in the French Air Force and in particular it will
French Air Force orders one additional H225M Read More »
Boeing has entered into an agreement to acquire California-based EnCore Group, an aerospace interiors company that designs, certifies and produces airplane galleys and seats for airlines and also supplies products and components to Boeing. Boeing’s acquisition of EnCore Group will strengthen internal capabilities and increase innovation within its cabin vertical in order to provide greater
Boeing to acquire EnCore Group Read More »
Air Partner, the global aviation services group, has been awarded a three-year contract by Airbus for Managed Services. Air Partner’s Managed Services team provides a range of professional, technical and commercial expertise that is available around the clock, 365 days a year, enabling customers to maximise operational efficiencies. As part of the contract, Air Partner
Air Partner awarded managed services contract by Airbus Read More »
GKN Aerospace has manufactured the first demonstrator wing components for Airbus’ ”Wing of tomorrow” research programme. The parts are samples of a section of the wing spar. GKN Aerospace’s wing technology will significantly improve the productivity of the composite manufacturing process. The use of composite components can result in up to 20% weight savings on
Airbus engineers have developed a scale-model aeroplane with the first in-flight, flapping wing-tips that could revolutionise aircraft wing-design. Airbus has drawn on nature to develop its ‘semi-aeroelastic hinge’ concept to reduce drag and overall wing weight, while combating the effects of turbulence and wind gusts. Known as AlbatrossOne, the remote-controlled aircraft has already taken its
Airbus engineers develop scale-model aeroplane with first in-flight, flapping wing-tips Read More »
Global aerospace and defence supply chain provider, Pattonair, has announced the renewal and expansion of its Logistics and Parts supply agreement with Rolls-Royce until 2030. Pattonair has been the strategic integrator for Rolls-Royce since the late 1990s supporting its total supply chain including production sub-tier and aftermarket requirements across the globe. This latest development sees
Pattonair signs contract renewal and expansion with Rolls-Royce Read More »
