Boeing has secured a US$2.38 billion contract from the U.S. Air Force to produce 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers under Lot 11. This brings the total number of KC-46A multi-mission aerial refuelers on contract globally to 168, reinforcing advanced capabilities for the U.S. and its allies. Lynn Fox, Vice President and KC-46 Programme Manager at […]
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SMBC Aviation Capital, a prominent aircraft leasing company, has reported robust results for the six-month period ending September 30, 2024. The company achieved a profit before tax of US$275 million, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year. Over the six months, SMBC Aviation Capital took delivery of aircraft worth US$1.7 billion,
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Embraer has made significant strides in strengthening its industrial and research cooperation with the Netherlands, aligning with Dutch initiatives to enhance the Netherlands Defense Technology and Industrial Base (NLDTIB). This collaboration builds on the Netherlands’ acquisition of the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft and reinforces Embraer’s commitment to fostering strong partnerships with the Dutch defence
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Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has extended its collaboration with Lufthansa Technik (LHT) by entrusting the renowned provider with component support for its new Airbus A350 aircraft, set to join the airline’s long-haul fleet next year. The newly signed total component support (TCS) agreement covers all A350s and complements existing TCS contracts for SWISS’ Airbus
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With COP29 coming to a close, IBA, the aviation market intelligence and advisory company, has forecast a growing divergence between mandated demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and the demand based on larger airlines’ planned SAF use. From around one million tonnes in 2024, IBA predicts that SAF production will grow substantially to 26.8 million
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LCI, an aviation company that is uniquely positioned across the helicopter, commercial fixed-wing and advanced air mobility sectors, has acquired a fleet of seven new Leonardo AW169 helicopters configured for emergency medical services (EMS). The helicopters are being placed in LCI’s joint venture with SMFL: SMFL LCI Helicopters Limited. The joint venture has acquired the aircraft
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Sabre Corporation has announced the integration of new distribution capability (NDC) content from EVA Air, a SKYTRAX airline and member of the Star Alliance. This development utilises Sabre’s global multi-source content platform to enhance travel distribution. EVA Air’s NDC content will now be seamlessly incorporated into Sabre’s global distribution system (GDS). This allows travel agencies
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Employees and visitors at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) can now witness the Automated People Mover (APM) in action, as a new phase of testing introduces train cars to the central terminal area (CTA). This marks a significant milestone for the APM testing team, with train vehicles making their first-ever crossings over Sepulveda and Century
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GA Telesis, a global pioneer in aerospace ecosystem solutions, has announced the establishment of its state-of-the-art Digital Innovation and R&D Centre in Ankara, Türkiye. This marks a pivotal advancement in the company’s digital transformation strategy and bolsters the capabilities of GA Telesis’ Digital Innovation Group. The facility will enable the in-house development of the company’s
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PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company, has successfully completed production and delivered the final two S-70i™ Black Hawk® multi-role helicopters contracted for the Polish Armed Forces. This delivery marks the conclusion of a four-aircraft agreement signed in December 2021. “This delivery of the last two contracted Black Hawk helicopters brings the Polish Armed Forces’ fleet
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