ASQS appoints Florian Lis-Srajer as Head of Operations Thailand

ASQS, a provider of integrated safety and quality management software for the aviation industry, has announced the appointment of Florian Lis-Srajer as Head of Operations Thailand, effective September 2024. This strategic promotion underscores the company’s commitment to nurturing talent and advancing leadership from within, as part of its mission to strengthen and expand its global […]

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ATR marks milestone with 1,700th aircraft delivery

Aircraft & Engines

ATR, the regional aircraft manufacturer, has announced the delivery of its 1,700th aircraft since the programme’s inception, a significant milestone achieved with the hand-over of an ATR 72-600 to long-standing customer Air Corsica. This delivery completes Air Corsica’s transition from the older ATR -500 series to the latest-generation of turboprop aircraft, reflecting the airline’s commitment

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Local government officials, community leaders, industry partners and Collins Aerospace leadership at the ground-breaking ceremony in Spokane

Collins Aerospace breaks ground on Spokane facility expansion

MRO & Production

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has marked the ground-breaking of its expansion at the Spokane carbon brake production facility. Local government officials, community leaders, industry partners and Collins Aerospace leadership gathered to celebrate this milestone at the manufacturing site. The expansion will add 70,000 ft² to the facility, increasing its footprint by 50% to enhance

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The first A321neo for KLM was handed over by Wouter van Wersch (r), Airbus EVP International, to Marjan Rintel (l), President & CEO KLM

Dutch carrier KLM receives first A321neo

Aircraft & Engines

Dutch national carrier KLM, a member of the Air France-KLM Group, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321neo, marking a significant step in its fleet modernisation efforts. With this addition, KLM joins the ranks of successful A321neo operators, enhancing its commitment to operating the latest generation of fuel-efficient aircraft. The A321neo introduces advanced technology

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DAE will sell seven Being and Airbus aircraft to K2 Aviation

DAE to acquire 23 aircraft in US$1.1 billion deal

Aircraft & Engines

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has announced agreements to acquire 23 aircraft from multiple counterparties for a total of approximately US$1.1 billion. The consolidated aircraft portfolio will have a weighted average age of 3.4 years and a weighted average remaining lease term of 8.8 years. These aircraft are leased to 13 airlines across nine countries. The

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airBaltic will add a second A220 FFS at the end of 2024 © airBaltic

airBaltic to enhance pilot training with second Airbus A220 FFS

Other News

Latvian national airline airBaltic is set to significantly boost its training capabilities with the addition of a second Airbus A220 full-flight simulator (FFS), scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2024. This new simulator will play a key role in supporting the airline’s expanding fleet and the continuous development of its Pilot Academy by

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StandardAero acquires Aero Turbine to strengthen military engine services

Financial

StandardAero has announced its acquisition of Aero Turbine Inc., a provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services and consultative repair solutions for military engines and accessories. The acquisition was made from Gallant Capital, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm. Founded in 1978, Aero Turbine operates out of the Stockton Metropolitan Airport in northern California.

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The Uruguayan Air Force has ordered one Super Tucano A-29 aircraft with options for another five

Uruguay acquires A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer

Military & Defense

Embraer has announced the sale of up to six A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to Uruguay’s Air Force (FAU). The contract, part of a fleet renewal programme aimed at expanding the FAU’s operational capacity, includes the acquisition of one aircraft with a commitment to purchase five additional units. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2025 and

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Boeing forecasts that China’s commercial fleet will grow at an annual rate of 4.1%,

China to more than double commercial airplane fleet by 2043, says Boeing

Aircraft & Engines

China is set to more than double its commercial airplane fleet by 2043 as the country’s aviation industry expands and modernises to meet the growing demand for both passenger and cargo air travel. This projection comes from Boeing’s 2024 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) for China, a comprehensive long-term forecast of the country’s commercial aviation needs.

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SAS strike resolved: flights to return to normal operations

Other News

SAS and the Norwegian cabin unions have successfully concluded mediation, reaching an agreement after a four-day strike. The industrial action, which primarily impacted flights in Norway, caused limited disruptions. However, by tomorrow, August 28, SAS anticipates that its flight schedule will return to normal. Kjetil Håbjørg, Chief Airline Services at SAS, expressed his satisfaction with

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ASQS appoints Florian Lis-Srajer as Head of Operations Thailand

ATR marks milestone with 1,700th aircraft delivery

Collins Aerospace breaks ground on Spokane facility expansion

Dutch carrier KLM receives first A321neo

DAE to acquire 23 aircraft in US$1.1 billion deal

airBaltic to enhance pilot training with second Airbus A220 FFS

StandardAero acquires Aero Turbine to strengthen military engine services

Uruguay acquires A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer

China to more than double commercial airplane fleet by 2043, says Boeing

SAS strike resolved: flights to return to normal operations

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