August 21, 2019

Irish courts halt Ryanair Dublin-based pilots’ strike – trouble still looms in the U.K., Portugal and Spain

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair has successfully staved off an impending strike after the Irish High Court granted an injunction Wednesday, August 21, preventing the company’s Dublin-based pilots from taking action over pay and conditions. However, shortly afterwards, a London, U.K. court rejected a similar application from Ryanair to stop British pilots from striking. The situation […]

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Air Astana posts financial results for first half 2019

Financial

Air Astana, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, achieved an improved financial performance during the first half of 2019. Whilst revenue was marginally down, the Company reported an operating profit of US$6.8 million, with EBITDAR up 49% at US$50.0 million, despite a challenging global economic backdrop. The Company continued to demonstrate its strong cost control, improving

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VoloCity to become first commercial Volocopter aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

Volocopter, a pioneer in Urban Air Mobility, unveiled the design for its newest air taxi model: VoloCity. This will be the fourth-generation electrical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOL), by the German Urban Air Mobility developer. The VoloCity has been designed to meet the safety standards specified by the European Aviation Safety Agency (SC-VTOL category enhanced)

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Jazz Aviation expands instructor pathway with addition of Toronto Airways

MRO & Production

Jazz Aviation, a subsidiary of Chorus Aviation reports that it has signed an agreement with Toronto Airways (TAI) for the carrier to become the twentieth organization in the Jazz Aviation Pathways Program (Jazz APP). The Jazz APP will provide potential employment opportunities for qualifying TAI instructors to transition to first officer positions at Jazz, providing

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328 Support Services to form new Leipzig based OEM – DRA

MRO & Production, Top Stories

328 Support Services the type certificate holder of the Dornier 328 aircraft, has formed a new aircraft original equipment manufacturer, DRA GmbH, founded on the proud heritage of Dornier and Germany’s reputation for engineering design, quality and innovation. Representatives of 328SSG, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sierra Nevada Corporation and the German Federal & State

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

Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific extend strategic agreement

Airlines & Routes, Other News

Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific have welcomed the decision by the Minister of Transport Phil Twyford to re-authorise their joint venture alliance for a further five years until October 31, 2024. Air New Zealand Chief Strategy, Networks and Alliances Officer Nick Judd states the Cathay Pacific partnership plays a significant role in the airline’s

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Werner Aero Services welcomes Tony Zana into EMEA business

People

Werner Aero Services has reported that Tony Zana has joined its European team to expand its business in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Tony joins Werner Aero Services with over 4 years in the MRO business. “Tony is a great addition to the EMEA team and as we continue to focus on developing this region,we

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Allegiant to open new aircraft base in Lehigh Valley

Airlines & Routes

Allegiant Travel Company announced plans to establish a two-aircraft base at Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Allegiant’s growth plans in the state include creating at least 66 new, high-wage jobs. The Las Vegas-based company is investing US$50 million to establish its new base of operations, which will house two Airbus aircraft.

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Oxygen ATA 35 capabilities expansion

MRO & Production

Aero Controls has reported the expansion of capabilities in ATA Chapter 35 to include the Flight Crew Mask Stowage Boxes and associated Flight Crew Masks-Regulators. Aero Controls is looking forward to further growth as they direct their attention to building additional capabilities in ATA Chapters 25, 26, and 35. Founded in 1984, Aero Controls is

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Propelling MRO into the future with digitalisation

MRO & Production, Uncategorized

By: Allan Bachan, VP, ICF Aviation The MRO industry currently faces a multitude of challenges from rising costs to supply chain inefficiencies and a shortage of technical manpower. At the core of issues facing the industry is a culture of hesitation toward technological advancement — even though technology holds a key to tackling those very

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