14 March 2025

DAE

DAE bolsters fleet with US$1 billion investment in next-generation aircraft

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), a prominent global aviation services corporation, has signed agreements to acquire 17 aircraft for a total consideration of approximately US$1.0 billion. The newly acquired portfolio consists entirely of next-generation aircraft, with 89% being narrow-body models. Airbus accounts for 80% of the fleet, while Boeing makes up the remaining 20%. These aircraft […]

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Official ground-breaking ceremony at Grand Junction MRO facility © West Star Aviation

Breaking new ground: West Star Aviation sets course for growth

West Star Aviation has officially broken ground on a major expansion at its Grand Junction (GJT) MRO facility. The ceremony, held on March 11, marked the beginning of construction on a state-of-the-art hangar, adding 40,000 ft² to accommodate increasing demand for maintenance services, avionics installations, and interior refurbishments. The project also includes 38,000 ft² of

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- Airbus Helicopters has introduced its H140 at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas

Airbus secures 118 helicopter commitments at VERTICON 2025

Airbus Helicopters concluded VERTICON 2025 with 118 commitments, including 63 firm orders, from global customers for a range of its multi-mission helicopters. A key highlight of the event was the strong demand for the newly unveiled H140, a light twin-engine multi-mission helicopter. More than 74 commitments were made for the aircraft, with emergency medical services

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Image of eVTOL helicopter in UI Helicopter livery © Eve

Eve and UI Helicopter partner to advance AAM in South Korea

Eve Air Mobility (Eve) and UI Helicopter, a South Korean helicopter operator and maintenance provider, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support the development of the advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosystem in South Korea. Through this collaboration, Eve and UI Helicopter will introduce eVTOL technical, operational and ecosystem requirements to local authorities and

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Magnetic Engines Tallinn © Magnetic Group

Magnetic Group expands EN 9110 certification to engine MRO

Magnetic Group has successfully renewed its EN 9110 certification, now extending its scope to include engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. This expansion provides Magnetic Engines’ customers with greater assurance of high-quality, consistent maintenance that complies with the strictest aviation industry standards. EN 9110 is an internationally recognised aerospace quality management system (QMS) standard,

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FAI will add a second Learjet 60 XR to its Bombardier fleet © FAI

FAI reports steady 2024 revenues, closes Berlin MRO facility

FAI Aviation Group, a provider of mission-critical aviation services, has announced consolidated group revenues of €130 million (US$141.7 million) for 2024, matching its 2023 performance. FAI continues its fleet renewal programme, adding a second Learjet 60 XR to its 16-strong Bombardier fleet. The aircraft (D-CFAQ) replaces one of its four legacy Learjet 60s, with plans

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