23 October 2019

Boeing’s quarterly profits slump while new industrial problems emerge

While Boeing continues to struggle with the grounding of its popular 737 MAX jet, the American planemaker is seeing other problems surface as it decides to reduce production numbers of its 787 Dreamliner. Beyond either further reducing output of the 737 MAX or even halting production completely, plans for the production of a successor to […]

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Three new business jets are certified and ready for service with Safran Nacelles’ thrust reversers

A trio of new business jets equipped with thrust reversers from Safran Nacelles are entering service following their certification by airworthiness authorities – reinforcing the company’s role as a preferred nacelle system component supplier in this high-end aircraft sector. The three business jets are Bombardier’s Global 5500 and Global 6500, powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 15

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Boeing appoints Stan Deal CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes and Ted Colbert CEO of Boeing Global Services

Boeing has named Stan Deal to succeed Kevin McAllister as president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes and Ted Colbert to succeed Deal as president and CEO of Boeing Global Services, effective immediately. Vishwa Uddanwadiker is appointed to Colbert’s former role as interim chief information officer and senior vice president of Information Technology & Data

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Czech Airlines orders four A220s and up-sizes three A320neo to A321XLRs

Czech Airlines has ordered four Airbus A220-300 aircraft and opted for additional range by up-sizing a previous order for three A320neo to A321XLR. The two fuel-efficient aircraft types will complement Czech Airlines’ existing fleet of six A319 and one A330-300, and allow it to continue extending its network to reach more markets. The airline will

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Serbian government and MTU Aero Engines to cooperate in training of skilled labor

MTU Aero Engines AG and the government of the Republic of Serbia have inked a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC), establishing their close cooperation in the field of training of skilled labor. The aim is to effectively address the specific needs of the aviation industry in the curricula of vocational and trade schools. The move clears

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ACJ and Sabena technics to co-operate in self-protection systems

Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) and Sabena technics are to co-operate in proposing self-protection systems (SPSs) for Airbus corporate jets. Each SPS will combine an existing, state-of-the-art, directional infra-red countermeasure (DIRCM) system with installation on an Airbus corporate jet. SPSs will initially be offered for the ACJ320 Family. An SPS offers protection against missiles fired from

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Bombardier connects with GE to go big on big data

Bombardier has signed a Preferred Service Provider (PSP) agreement with GE Aviation. As of October 23, GE will power Bombardier’s cockpit and cabin connectivity solutions – including new, curated, service bundles that will simplify the selection of cockpit and cabin services with tip-to-tail solutions for new and in-service aircraft. This agreement is a first step

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Drukair takes delivery of latest-generation ATR 42-600

Bhutanese national flag-carrier Drukair has taken delivery of its brand new ATR 42-600 aircraft. The latest-generation turboprop aircraft, which will be used on the airline’s domestic and international routes, was chosen for its outstanding operational performance in challenging conditions. The airline’s ATR serves small airports in the Himalayan Mountains and links Bhutan with Kathmandu, Kolkata

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Airinmar secures Value Engineering contract with JetBlue

AAR subsidiary Airinmar, the global independent provider of component repair cycle management and aircraft warranty solutions, has signed a three-year agreement with JetBlue to provide component Value Engineering cost oversight services for the airline’s Airbus and Embraer fleets. The agreement covers the provision of Airinmar’s unique Value Engineering knowledge and expertise, along with in-house support

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Rolls-Royce unveils new Pearl engine family member for business aviation

Rolls-Royce has unveiled the Pearl® 700, the latest addition to its Pearl engine family for business aviation. The purpose-designed engine, the most powerful in the Rolls-Royce business jet propulsion portfolio, is the exclusive powerplant for the brand new Gulfstream G700. More than 3,200 business jets in service today are powered by Rolls-Royce engines. The Pearl

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