March 3, 2020

Impact of Coronavirus to worsen according to European aviation bosses

While predicting greater stability in the number of bookings over the next few weeks, those at the helm of major European Airlines, including Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary, head of IAG – Willie Walsh and easyJet’s CEO Johan Lundgren, have seen a considerable tail-off in demand for flights to certain locations owing to the worldwide spread […]

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Recaro Aircraft Seating equips Vistara’s first Boeing 787-9 aircraft

MRO & Production

Vistara has ordered Recaro seats for its premium-economy and economy- class cabins on its brand-new fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, which began delivery at the end of February. This makes Vistara the first Indian airline with a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Recaro Aircraft Seating has installed its PL3530 premium-economy and CL3710 economy-class seats on Vistara’s first

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SAS to reduce part of short haul network capacity

Airlines & Routes

As an effect of the COVID-19 outbreak and global measures taken to mitigate the spread of the virus, the demand for international air travel has been affected. In response to the lower demand, SAS will in the next couple of months seek to reduce part of its short-haul network capacity. Furthermore, and in addition to

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Farnborough Airport appoints new Business Development Manager

People

Farnborough Airport has appointed a new Business Development Manager, Richard Wittels, effective immediately. Wittels brings to this position over 14 years of experience in the business aviation industry through his work at TAG Aviation U.K. He will be responsible for identifying opportunities aimed at further developing the business and will also focus on demonstrating to

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GA Telesis MRO Services Group receives B737NG landing gear certification from FAA

MRO & Production

GA Telesis’ MRO Services Group has received its Boeing 737NG landing gear certification from the United States Federal Aviation Administration. This new rating allows GA Telesis MRO Services to repair and overhaul Boeing 737NG landing gears. The company has elected to make a substantial investment in growing its MRO services footprint and will invest in

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TLX Cargo launches COVID-19 viral barrier cargo cover

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TLX Cargo, part of TLX Insulation, a technology leader in cool chain fabrics, has launched world’s first cargo cover to be built from viral barrier material to aid in the fight against coronavirus (COVID-19). The TLX WEB15 cover fabric aims to seal cargo against viruses during transportation. Says Commercial Director, Thomas Hunt: “Our clients have

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BAA Training and L3Harris Technologies sign multimillion-dollar deal

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Aviation training center BAA Training and L3Harris Technologies, a global aerospace and defense technology innovator, have signed a multimillion-dollar contract under which BAA Training will acquire nine RealitySeven full-flight simulators. Fulfilling its global expansion plan, BAA Training shall put into operation nine full-flight simulators from both the Boeing and Airbus aircraft family, including the Boeing

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FAI grows jet fleet to 27 with addition of second Premier 1A aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

German Special Mission and VIP-Charter Operator FAI rent-a-jet AG, part of FAI Aviation Group, has acquired its second Premier 1A jet aircraft (MSN RB-196, D-IVAG) on behalf of a corporate client. It is anticipated that the Premier 1A will enter turnkey charter operations under management contract in June following a carbon fibre-style full-cabin refurbishment and

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Vistara selects Sabre’s intelligent planning and scheduling technology

Information Technology

Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology company powering the global travel industry, has signed an agreement with Asia Pacific’s Regional Airline Vistara. This new deal will enable the Indian carrier to optimize its partnerships with other airlines while enhancing its scheduling capabilities using components of the Sabre Commercial Platform. The full-service carrier, which operates

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