17 December 2024

MTU Aero Engines has acquired Hamburg, Germany-based 3D.aero © MTU

MTU Aero Engines assumes ownership of 3D.aero

MTU Aero Engines (MTU) has announced that it is assuming ownership of 3D.aero, a Hamburg-based specialist in automation and measurement technology. With a team of around 40 experts, 3D.aero focuses on high-precision surface inspection, painting automation, and system engineering for aviation. MTU has collaborated with 3D.aero on various projects in recent years, integrating innovative technologies […]

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A newly acquired B747-400F will join Challenge Group's fleet

Challenge Group adds Boeing 747-400F to its fleet

Challenge Group has announced a significant expansion of its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 747-400 production freighter, registered under its Belgian Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This milestone marks a bold step in the company’s strategy to enhance global cargo capabilities. The new aircraft increases Challenge Group’s fleet to ten advanced freighters, including six

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Bristell Energic aircraft e-powered by H55

H55 and Elfly Group partner to bring fully electric aircraft to the Nordics

H55, a frontrunner in electric propulsion technology, and Elfly Group, an innovator in zero-emission regional air travel, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to bring the BRM Aero B23 Energic, the first fully electric EASA CS-23 certified aircraft, to the Nordic market. Under the agreement, Elfly Group will acquire three B23 Energic aircraft through

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Lockheed Martin launches Astris AI

Lockheed Martin launches Astris AI to advance secure AI solutions

Lockheed Martin has announced the formation of Astris AI, a subsidiary designed to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in the U.S. defence sector and high-assurance commercial industries. Astris AI leverages Lockheed Martin’s extensive investments in machine learning operations (MLOps), generative AI platforms, and a world-class AI engineering team to address the growing

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The new A-29N Super Tucano aircraft will be operated by the Portuguese Air Force

Portugal becomes launch customer of A-29N Super Tucano aircraft

The Portuguese Ministry of National Defence has signed a contract with Embraer to acquire 12 A-29N Super Tucanos. These aircraft will equip the Portuguese Air Force, making Portugal the launch customer for the new variant of this advanced trainer and light attack aircraft. The acquisition underscores Portugal’s commitment to modernising its Air Force with a

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