Representatives of Embraer and CAE at the unveiling of the new CAE 7000XR Series FFS in Singapore © Embraer

Embraer and CAE unveil Asia Pacific’s first E-Jets E2 FFS

Embraer and CAE have officially opened the first E-Jets E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. This state-of-the-art simulator, located at the Singapore-CAE Flight Training Centre near Changi Airport, is part of the E-Jets E2 training programme offered by the recently expanded Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) joint venture. The E2 training […]

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COMAC’s C919 made its international debut with a fly-by at the Singapore Airshow © AirTeamImages

COMAC’s C919 narrow-body jet takes international stage with Singapore Airshow fly-by

Aircraft & Engines

China’s contender against Airbus and Boeing passenger jets, the narrow-body C919, engineered by the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), has showcased its capabilities beyond Chinese borders. The aircraft made its international debut with a fly-by at the Singapore Airshow on February 18, 2024. China has strategically invested in challenging the dominance of Western plane

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Travelport and Air Canada have signed a new content distribution agreement

Air Canada reports strong financial performance for full-year 2023

Financial

Air Canada has demonstrated robust financial performance in the fiscal year 2023 compared to 2022, with notable improvements across key metrics. The airline’s operating revenues reached CA$21.833 billion, marking a significant 32% increase driven by a 20% growth in operated capacity. Operating expenses rose to CA$19.554 billion, up 17%, primarily attributed to higher capacity and

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US$35 million will go to Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia, funding a portion of the construction of a 14-gate, 400,000 ft² terminal building

FAA allocates US$970 million to upgrade and expand 114 U.S. airports

Financial, Top Stories

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to distribute US$970 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Investing in America agenda to 114 airports across the country, covering 44 states and three territories. This announcement, part of the Administration’s Investing in America tour, fulfils President Biden’s commitment to rebuilding the nation’s infrastructure, lowering costs for families, creating

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Ryanair and TUI sign partnership agreement

Airlines & Routes

Ryanair has solidified its partnership with TUI, a prominent travel company, granting TUI authorisation to include Ryanair flights, seats and baggage options in its holiday packages. This collaboration emphasises a commitment to fair pricing, stipulating that TUI must refrain from overcharging customers for Ryanair products. As part of the agreement, TUI ensures the accurate provision

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China inbound tonnages slump as ‘Year of the Dragon’ starts

Other News

China’s air import tonnages dropped sharply in the final few days leading up to the Lunar New Year (LNY) on February 10, along with intra-Asia Pacific traffic, contributing to a 12% fall in overall global tonnages, week on week, according to the latest figures from WorldACD Market Data. Analysis of week six (February 5-11th) indicates

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Condor and Lufthansa Technik expand successful cooperation

MRO & Production

Condor Flugdienst GmbH (Condor) and Lufthansa Technik (LHT) have signed comprehensive component support agreements for the airline’s new Airbus A32Xneo fleet and extended support for the carrier’s A32Xceo fleet. In addition, Lufthansa Technik will also assist Condor during the production process of its growing A32Xneo fleet with its aircraft production inspection programme (APIP) at its production

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EngineStands24 introduces PW1100 engine stands in Asia-Pacific

MRO & Production

In a strategic move to meet the local demand within the Asia-Pacific region, EngineStands24, a member of Magnetic Group, announced the launch of its latest product line – the highly anticipated PW1100 engine stand. This launch is not just an expansion but a direct response to the growing need for specialised equipment necessitated by the

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Norwegian achieves record operating profit of NOK 2.23 billion

Financial

Norwegian Air Shuttle (Norwegian) has reported its fourth-quarter and preliminary full-year results for 2023, revealing a strong operating profit of NOK 2.23 billion. The full-year operating profit marks the highest in the company’s history, showcasing Norwegian’s capability to deliver robust results by strategically adjusting capacity during the quieter winter period. The airline maintained its position

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Highly qualified Etihad flight crews are now authorised to fly both aircraft types interchangeably after rigorous regulatory approval and extensive training

Etihad to enable pilots to fly both A350 and A380 aircraft