20 September 2024

United Airlines will receive 20 A321neo aircraft starting in 2026

SMBC Aviation Capital leases 20 Airbus A321neos to United

SMBC Aviation Capital, a prominent global aircraft leasing company, has finalised lease agreements with United Airlines (United) for 20 Airbus A321neo aircraft. These aircraft, part of United’s previously announced fleet expansion in April, will be delivered starting in 2026 and will come directly from SMBC Aviation Capital’s Airbus orderbook. This agreement follows a recently completed […]

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FIGEAC AÉRO

FIGEAC AÉRO signs €65 million contracts to support Airbus A320 production ramp-up

FIGEAC AÉRO, a prominent partner for major aerospace manufacturers, has secured three new agreements with Airbus and another top-tier customer, collectively valued at €65 million. These contracts are designed to support the increased production rates of Airbus’s A320 family aircraft, aligning with the aerospace giant’s plans to ramp up output in the coming years. Two

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LATAM Airlines will retrofit its Boeing 787 fleet with the R7 premium mini suite © RECARO Aircraft Seating

LATAM Airlines to retrofit Boeing 787 fleet with RECARO’s premium R7 mini suites

RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) has been chosen by LATAM Airlines to retrofit its Boeing 787 fleet with the R7 premium mini suite. The upgrade will feature 20 suites in LATAM’s B787-8 aircraft and 30 in its B787-9s, across a total of 24 shipsets. The collaboration between RECARO and LATAM aims to elevate the in-flight experience,

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Final assembly of Do228 NXT wing © GA-ATS

General Atomics begins final assembly of Do228 NXT series wing

General Atomics AeroTec Systems GmbH (GA-ATS) has successfully commenced the final assembly of the first wing for its new Do228 NXT series aircraft, marking a major milestone in the production process and showcasing GA-ATS’ dedication to aerospace innovation and quality. In a strategic move, GA-ATS has relocated the final assembly of control surfaces and wing

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Official opening ceremony of the new state-of-the-art engine maintenance facility in Zurich, Switzerland

SR Technics opens new facility for P&W GTF engine maintenance

SR Technics has inaugurated a state-of-the-art engine maintenance facility in Zurich, Switzerland, dedicated to servicing Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines, along with the successful reconstruction of a second test cell. This facility marks the 17th active location within the global GTF MRO network and will provide full disassembly, assembly and testing for PW1100G-JM engines used

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Corendon Airlines © IBS Software

Corendon Airlines partners with IBS Software to transform commercial operations

Turkish carrier Corendon Airlines has entered a strategic partnership with IBS Software to enhance its commercial operations and boost efficiency. By adopting IBS Software’s iFly Res commerce platform, Corendon aims to improve revenue streams and streamline operations as the airline anticipates handling over 37 million passengers throughout the duration of the partnership. IBS Software, a

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Nouvelair Airbus A320

BOC Aviation places two Airbus A320neo aircraft with Nouvelair

BOC Aviation has announced the placement of two Airbus A320neo aircraft with new customer Nouvelair, Tunisia’s first private airline. These aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, are set for delivery later this year. Paul Kent, Chief Commercial Officer (Europe, Americas and Africa) at BOC Aviation, emphasised the company’s enthusiasm for expanding its presence in the

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