Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, is to increase its fleet of 737 MAX jets after placing a new order for 75 of the beleaguered jets at what has been described as a “modest discount” from the list price of US$22 billion. At a news conference in Washington to announce the deal, Ryanair chief executive Michael …
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SAS has initiated the process to phase out 21 of its older and less fuel-efficient aircraft at an earlier stage than originally planned, including 15 Boeing 737NG, five Airbus A340 and one Airbus A330 aircraft. The accelerated phase-out will support liquidity through the sales of aircraft and engines, as well as a reduce spend on …
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In December 2019, Lufthansa Group and gategroup concluded a purchase agreement for the European operations of LSG Group. This accounts for about one third of LSG Group’s total business. gategroup now meets all requirements of the European Commission. Thus, the purchase agreement could now be executed, the so-called “closing” has taken place. Both parties have …
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AAR has signed an agreement with Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors (FTAI), to create serviceable engine products, an exclusive seven-year CFM56 used serviceable material (USM) partnership. The partnership will build USM inventory for the global aviation aftermarket and FTAI’s own consumption at The Module Factory™, a dedicated commercial maintenance center focused on modular repair and …
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Pratt & Whitney will expand its global network of providers that maintain the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine to include MTU Maintenance Zhuhai, a joint venture between MTU Aero Engines and China Southern Airlines. MTU Maintenance Zhuhai will provide engine maintenance for PW1100G-JM engines for the Airbus A320neo family of aircraft. The Zhuhai facility will …
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Israel Aerospace Industries’ (IAI) Aviation Group has entered a line maintenance agreement with Bahrain’s airline Gulf Air. Under the contract, the Aviation Group will provide a comprehensive technical response to all of Gulf Air’s airplanes expected to land at the Ben Gurion International Airport, including post- and pre-flight services, daily maintenance, and support for any …
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On Monday, December 07, 2020, Aeroji, the Berlin-based startup, goes live with the Beta version of its marketplace module. Having secured Kellstrom Aerospace, KG Aircraft Rotables, Onur Material Services, LCI.aero, and Aeras Aviation as Beta users, the team of Aeroji is looking to establish strong and long-lasting relationships with the first users in order to …
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APOC Aviation will be bringing two torn down CFM56-7B engines into stock mid-December. ESN874488 and ESN888169 have previously been operated and maintained by a leading North American carrier. Both engines are being disassembled in tandem at two of APOC’s chosen teardown facilities in the USA. APOC is considering selling part of the material in ‘As …
Textron Aviation is launching a new era for its renowned Beechcraft King Air 200 series aircraft with the introduction of the Beechcraft King Air 260 turboprop. Featuring the latest technological advancements to the cockpit and improvements in the cabin, the King Air 260 reflects the company’s continued commitment to making substantial investments to its current products. …
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The Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Mali has placed a firm order for an additional Airbus C295 airlifter in the transport configuration. This second aircraft, to be delivered in 2021, will supplement the first C295 already in operation since December 2016 which has already accumulated 1,770 flight hours and transported more than 38,000 …
