2024

David Ropper

AJW Group appoints David Ropper as VP Business Development, North America

People

AJW Group has announced the appointment of David Ropper as Vice President of Business Development for the North American region. Bringing a wealth of international experience to the role, Ropper has successfully navigated roles with OEMs and lessors, including 13 years at BAE Systems and five years at Elix Aviaton. As a seasoned consultant within […]

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Spafax

Spafax and Lufthansa Group extend and deepen partnership  

Aircraft & Engines

Spafax, a global leader in in-flight entertainment and airline media solutions, has announced the continuation and deepening of its strategic partnership with Lufthansa Group, until 2028. This move aligns with Lufthansa Group’s goal of revolutionising the passenger journey by integrating state-of-the-art entertainment experiences on and off the aircraft.  As part of this comprehensive partnership, Spafax

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SITA’s latest Air Transport IT Insights report finds airlines and airports harnessing the power of biometrics, data, and cutting-edge emissions reduction technologies

SITA Air Transport IT insights: upward trend in airport and airline IT spending revealed

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SITA’s 2023 Air Transport IT Insights report, published February 6, finds that both airports and airlines saw IT spend increase year on year into 2023, reaching an estimated US$10.8 billion and US$34.5 billion respectively, with over two-thirds of airport and airline CIOs expecting continued growth into 2024. Airports also boosted IT spend as a percentage

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Boeing faces potential delays in 737 MAX deliveries amidst new production glitches

Aircraft & Engines

Boeing, the beleaguered US aircraft manufacturer, may encounter further setbacks in delivering its popular 737 MAX planes as a supplier identified incorrectly drilled holes, prompting additional work on approximately 50 undelivered aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems, the supplier, uncovered two holes drilled inaccurately, causing Boeing’s stock to drop by 2.2%, with Spirit experiencing a 3.9% decline. This

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Lockheed Martin and MilDef have signed an MOU to strengthen aerospace collaboration through Lockheed Martin’s C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifter offering for the Swedish Air Force © Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin, MilDef to explore industrial collaboration with Sweden’s aerospace sector

Military & Defense

Lockheed Martin and MilDef Group (MilDef) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen aerospace collaboration through Lockheed Martin’s C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifter offering for the Swedish Air Force (SwAF). Through this partnership, the two organisations will identify partnership opportunities where MilDef solutions and expertise can be integrated into Lockheed Martin’s global aerospace

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MoU signing between Embraer Services & Support and Saudia Technic © Embraer

Saudia Technic and Embraer Services & Support forge partnership

MRO & Production

Saudia Technic and Embraer Services & Support have officially sealed their collaboration with a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh. The agreement, unveiled on February 4, signifies a joint effort to elevate maintenance and training capabilities, with a primary focus on the E2 jets family and executive aviation within

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Spirit Airlines is emerging from financial restructuring

Aviation Capital Group delivers Airbus A321neo to Spirit Airlines

Aircraft & Engines

As a premier full-service aircraft asset manager, Aviation Capital Group’s (ACG) latest delivery of the Airbus A321neo, equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, strengthens its collaboration with Spirit Airlines. This marks the fourth aircraft from ACG’s Airbus order book, showcasing the company’s commitment to enhancing airline fleets with cutting-edge technology. Specialising in commercial aircraft

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Southwest's new RECARO BL3710 economy-class seats © Tangerine

RECARO to equip Southwest’s new aircraft with BL3710 seats

MRO & Production

RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) was selected by Southwest Airlines (Southwest®) to equip new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft deliveries with BL3710 economy-class seats. The Dallas-based airline will begin taking deliveries in 2025. The BL3710 will feature a multi-adjustable headrest cushion, an ergonomically enhanced seat bottom, a backrest with lumbar support and a new armrest design

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