After seven weeks on strike, Boeing’s West Coast factory workers voted on Monday to accept a new contract, marking the end of a prolonged standoff that had severely disrupted jet production. With 59% of the union members voting in favour, the new contract promises a 38% pay rise over four years, providing much-needed stability for […]
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At the Marrakech Air Show 2024, Safran Aircraft Engines announced the signing of several agreements with Moroccan partners in preparation for the construction of its new LEAP engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility. Scheduled to begin operations in 2026, the new shop will be located near Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, as revealed on
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CargoTech, a prominent cargo technology group, has announced the appointment of Michael Teoh as Head of Strategy, a strategic move aimed at fast-tracking the digital transformation of the air cargo industry. Since joining CargoTech in early October 2024, Teoh has been tasked with steering the company’s strategic direction and overseeing its member portfolio. His primary
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Hainan Airlines and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) have signed new lease agreements for four Boeing 737-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery in late 2025 and early 2026. DAE CEO Firoz Tarapore highlighted that the deal strengthens DAE’s relationship with Hainan Airlines, emphasising DAE’s commitment to meeting the airline’s evolving fleet requirements. These advanced Boeing 737-8 aircraft
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Bombardier Defense has announced the delivery of its eighth Global jet to the United States Air Force (USAF) for its Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) programme. This delivery is part of an ongoing multi-year contract between Bombardier and the USAF, valued at nearly US$465 million. Under previous agreements, Bombardier Defense has already delivered seven Global
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Avionics Support Group, Inc. (ASG) has announced a pioneering partnership with Maxposure Limited, an industry innovator in media and entertainment solutions. This collaboration marks a new era in in-flight entertainment (IFE) with the launch of a cutting-edge wireless in-flight entertainment (w-IFE) system, specifically tailored for the Americas market. ASG, renowned for its comprehensive avionics solutions—including
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Embraer will provide a suite of training solutions for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 Millennium fleet. The agreement includes a full-flight simulator, a cargo handling station trainer developed in collaboration with Rheinmetall, and a computer-based trainer (CBT) developed with ETI. All training solutions are expected to be operational by the end of 2026. “The
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Siemens has announced its acquisition of Altair Engineering, a leading industrial simulation and analysis software provider, in a deal valued at US$10 billion, paying US$113 per share – a 19% premium over Altair’s last trading price. This strategic acquisition aims to deepen Siemens’ capabilities in digitalisation and sustainable innovation by integrating Altair’s expertise in high-performance
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Air Canada posted robust results for the third quarter, reporting CA$6.1 billion in operating revenue and a CA$1 billion operating income, despite a 4% drop in revenue from lower passenger numbers. Adjusted EBITDA reached CA$1.5 billion, with adjusted earnings per share at CA$2.57, outperforming market expectations. The airline also saw an 8% rise in on-time
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GE Aerospace, in partnership with Waygate Technologies (Waygate), a Baker Hughes business, has launched a new AI-assisted borescope solution for commercial aviation engines. This breakthrough tool, soon to be available to Waygate customers and GE’s MRO network, marks the first achievement under the companies’ Joint Technology Development Agreement announced in May 2023. Focusing on AI-driven
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