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Air New Zealand to begin electric aircraft demonstration flights in 2025

Air New Zealand is advancing its goal of introducing electric aircraft into its fleet with the announcement of a technical demonstrator programme using the battery-electric ALIA CX300 aircraft from April 2025. Manufactured by US partner BETA Technologies, the aircraft will be used to evaluate its performance in New Zealand conditions before commercial operations commence in […]

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Florian van Vugt assumes new role of Corporate Finance Manager for TrueNoord

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Specialist regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord has appointed aviation finance expert Florian van Vugt to the newly created role of Corporate Finance Manager. Based in TrueNoord’s Amsterdam office, Van Vugt will oversee debt structuring and refinancing activities while spearheading initiatives to diversify the company’s funding base. His responsibilities also include fostering long-term relationships with financial stakeholders

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After four years Korean Air has finally completed the take-over of Asiana Airlines

Korean Air finalises acquisition of Asiana Airlines, creating a regional aviation giant

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Korean Air has completed its long-awaited acquisition of Asiana Airlines, solidifying its position as one of Asia’s largest carriers. The 1.8 trillion won (US$1.26 billion) deal, which has been in progress for four years, is the longest airline merger in history. Initially announced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the merger aimed to rescue Asiana Airlines, which

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GA-ATS delivers first Do228 NG aircraft to North America

Aircraft & Engines

German aircraft manufacturer General Atomics AeroTec Systems GmbH (GA-ATS) has successfully delivered the latest Do228 NG aircraft. Following extensive modernisation at the OEM and MRO centre in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, this marks the first NG series aircraft delivered to North America. The new owner, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI), a global leader in unmanned aerial

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The Republic of Kazakhstan has taken delivery of its first of two A400M aircraft © Airbus

Kazakhstan takes delivery of first Airbus A400M aircraft

Military & Defense

Airbus Defence and Space has delivered the first Airbus A400M aircraft to the Republic of Kazakhstan, marking a pivotal development in the country’s tactical and strategic airlift operations. The initial aircraft, one of two A400Ms ordered by Kazakhstan, was officially handed over to the Kazakh Air Defence Forces at a ceremony in Almaty, southern Kazakhstan.

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Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation will explore ecosystem requirements and ground services necessary for safe, efficient AAM operations

Eve, Signature Aviation to research ecosystem requirements for AAM ground operations

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Eve Air Mobility (Eve) and Signature Aviation (Signature), the largest network of private aviation terminals, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the ecosystem requirements and ground services necessary for safe, efficient and scalable advanced air mobility (AAM) operations. The agreement unites two established leaders in the global aerospace industry: Eve Air Mobility’s

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The first Trent 1000 MRO engine has arrived at Rolls-Royce's Dahlewitz facility

First Trent 1000 MRO engine arrives at Rolls-Royce Dahlewitz facility

MRO & Production

Rolls-Royce has announced the arrival of the first Trent 1000 engine for maintenance, repair and overhaul at its Dahlewitz facility in Germany. This marks a significant step in the company’s £55 million investment initiative to expand assembly, testing, and shop visit capacity across the UK and Germany, a move that will create approximately 300 jobs.

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James Meyler (l) and John O'Donoghue (r)

ORIX Corporation unveils leadership changes and organisational reforms

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ORIX Corporation has announced significant management changes and organisational reforms following its recent Board Meeting, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. Among the key changes is the promotion of James Meyler to Group Executive, ORIX Corporation, Japan. This new role will be in addition to his current position as Chief Executive Officer of

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the Slovak Defence Minister identified Embraer’s C-390 Millennium as the optimal choice for Slovakia’s future military transport needs.

Slovak Ministry of Defence takes steps towards procuring Embraer C-390 military aircraft

Military & Defense

The Slovak Ministry of Defence has signed a letter of intent with its Brazilian counterpart, setting the stage for enhanced industrial cooperation between the two nations. During his visit to Brazil, the Slovak Defence Minister identified Embraer’s C-390 Millennium as the optimal choice for Slovakia’s future military transport needs. This decision reflects the importance of

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FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker (l) and Florian Guillermet, Executive Director of EASA

FAA and EASA commit to advancing safe and secure civil aviation