April 7, 2025

Alaska Airlines has announced an investment in Loft Dynamics to develop the first hyper-realistic, full-motion Boeing 737 VR simulator

Alaska Airlines invests in VR to transform 737 pilot training

Alaska Airlines is spearheading a new chapter in aviation training with a strategic investment in Loft Dynamics, a pioneer in virtual reality (VR) flight simulation. Through Alaska Star Ventures, the airline’s corporate venture arm, the partnership aims to develop the world’s first hyper-realistic, full-motion Boeing 737 VR simulator, using cutting-edge extended reality (XR) technologies. This […]

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LHT enhances USM offerings with direct sales to airlines and operators

MRO & Production

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) is expanding its services by offering used serviceable materials (USM) directly to airlines and operators, marking a significant shift from its previous approach of selling surplus parts to third-party traders. This move is designed to address the growing demand for aircraft components in a market that is increasingly constrained. The new service

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IBA: regional travel surge fuels aircraft demand

Aircraft & Engines

IBA, the aviation intelligence and advisory company, reported that demand for regional travel remains robust, with revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs) for turboprop and regional jet aircraft increasing by 14.4%, from 22.06 billion in January 2024 to 25.45 billion in January 2025. Available seat kilometres (ASKs) for the same aircraft have also risen by 10.1% over

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MTU will provide MRO services for Air Canada's CF6-80C2 engines © MTU Maintenance

MTU signs CF6-80C2 engine MRO deal with Air Canada

MRO & Production

MTU Maintenance (MTU) has signed an exclusive contract with Air Canada for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of CF6-80C2 engines that power the flag carrier’s Boeing 767 cargo aircraft. The agreement marks a continuation of the strong partnership between the two companies—MTU Maintenance has been the exclusive MRO service provider for Air Canada’s CF6-80C2

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EVA Air has ordered additional Airbus A350-1000 and A321neo aircraft© Airbus

EVA Air finalises order for nine new Airbus aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

EVA Air has confirmed a firm order for six long-range Airbus A350-1000s and three A321neo aircraft, following its earlier commitment made in March 2025. This brings the airline’s outstanding aircraft orders to 24 A350-1000s and 18 A321neos. Clay Sun, President of EVA Air, highlighted the airline’s focus on sustainable aviation and passenger comfort, stating that

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Steven Ades appointed as AerFin’s new Chief Financial Officer

People

AerFin has appointed Steven Ades, a founding member of the AerFin team since its establishment in 2010, as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ades has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and success. In his new capacity, he will assume a broader remit, continuing to lead strategy and supply chain alongside his CFO responsibilities.

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ILS integrates SmartCert and ProvenAir to revolutionise aerospace documentation

Information Technology

Inventory Locator Service, LLC (ILS), the dynamic aerospace marketplace, has announced integrations with SmartCert and ProvenAir, both recognised as industry leaders in digitising trace and quality documentation for the aviation supply chain. SmartCert automates quality certification management, while ProvenAir leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to produce back-to-birth (BtB) trace timelines for life-limited parts. Tackling a persistent

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Alaska Airlines invests in VR to transform 737 pilot training

LHT enhances USM offerings with direct sales to airlines and operators

IBA: regional travel surge fuels aircraft demand

MTU signs CF6-80C2 engine MRO deal with Air Canada

EVA Air finalises order for nine new Airbus aircraft

Steven Ades appointed as AerFin’s new Chief Financial Officer

ILS integrates SmartCert and ProvenAir to revolutionise aerospace documentation

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7 April 2025

Alaska Airlines invests in VR to transform 737 pilot training

LHT enhances USM offerings with direct sales to airlines and operators

IBA: regional travel surge fuels aircraft demand

MTU signs CF6-80C2 engine MRO deal with Air Canada

EVA Air finalises order for nine new Airbus aircraft

Steven Ades appointed as AerFin’s new Chief Financial Officer

ILS integrates SmartCert and ProvenAir to revolutionise aerospace documentation

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