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FL Technics signs service agreement with Yamal Airlines

FL Technics, an integrated Maintenance and Repair Organisation (MRO), signed a new contract with Russian carrier Yamal Airlines earlier this month. According to the contract, FL Technics will provide the Russian airline with aircraft engineering and technical maintenance planning services for its fleet of 8 Bombardier CRJ aircraft. All the work will be carried out under EASA Part M certificate.

Emirates Group achieves record profits, revenue and cash balance in 2023-24

Monday May 13, 2024

An Emirates' Airbus A380 flying over Dubai

The Emirates Group has unveiled its 2023-24 annual report, marking new milestones in profit, revenue and cash reserves. Both Emirates and dnata witnessed notable increases in profit and revenue during 2023-24, reflecting the Group’s global expansion effo... Read More »

Airbus Helicopters supports French Sécurité Civile and Gendarmerie fleet

Monday May 13, 2024

EC145 helicopter operated by the French Gendarmerie air forces

Airbus Helicopters, in partnership with Babcock, has secured a contract to maintain 48 EC145s operated by the French Ministry of Interior. The 12-year agreement, commencing this year, was inked with the Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique (DMAé), the bo... Read More »

SIA Engineering Group posts net profit of SG$97.1 million for financial year e2024

Monday May 13, 2024

The SIA Engineering Group has unveiled its financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, reporting a revenue of SG$1,094.2 million. This represents a notable increase of 37.5% compared to the previous year, driven by a sustained recovery in ... Read More »

Condor's new A320neo embarks on maiden voyage

Monday May 13, 2024

The inaugural commercial flight of Condor's Airbus A320neo took to the skies on May 10, 2024

The inaugural commercial flight of Condor’s freshly minted A320neo, bearing the registration D-ANCZ, took to the skies from Frankfurt, Germany, to Heraklion, Greece, on May 10, operating under flight number DE1662. Subsequent flights to Fuerteventura, Gr... Read More »

airBaltic celebrates milestone in construction of Baltic Cargo Hub

Monday May 13, 2024

Representatives from airBaltic, UPB Nams, the Ozola un Bula architect office and RIX Riga Airport, with the time capsule at the construction site of the new Baltic Cargo Hub

Latvian national airline airBaltic, in collaboration with UPB Nams, the Ozola un Bula architect office, and RIX Riga Airport, marked a significant milestone in the development of the Baltic Cargo Hub by inserting a time capsule. The Baltic Cargo Hub, poised to... Read More »

SIAEC appointed strategic partner by Air India for base maintenance facilities development

Monday May 13, 2024

SIAEC has been chosen by Air India as a strategic partner

SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has been appointed by Air India as the strategic partner for base maintenance (BM) facility development in Bangalore, India. In collaboration with Air India, SIAEC will oversee the planning, construction and operationalisation o... Read More »

IAG reports strong performance for the first quarter, despite global challenges

Friday May 10, 2024

Demand for travel has bolstered International Airlines Group‘s (IAG) performance in the first quarter, with passenger revenue per available seat kilometre (ASK) rising by 4.4% compared to the same period in 2023. This increase was attributed to the timin... Read More »

C&L Aerospace expands global reach with new warehouse in Johannesburg

Friday May 10, 2024

The new warehouse in South Africa © C&L Aviation Group

C&L Aerospace, a subsidiary of the C&L Aviation Group, has inaugurated a new warehouse in Johannesburg, South Africa, slated to be fully operational by July 2024. Positioned strategically between Johannesburg’s two main airports, O. R. Tambo Inte... Read More »

Frontier Airlines, Volaris renew code-share agreement

Friday May 10, 2024

Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines has reinstated its code-sharing agreement with the Mexico City-based airline Volaris. Commencing May 8, 2024. Frontier customers will have the opportunity to book travel between the U.S. and Mexico via the codeshare for... Read More »

airBaltic unveils Technical Academy

Friday May 10, 2024

Latvian flag carrier airBaltic has reported the inauguration of the airBaltic Technical Academy – a leading-edge training venture tailored for individuals aspiring to embark on or enhance their careers in aircraft maintenance. The academy is currently open f... Read More »

Louis Philippe Mallette to become President of AJW Technique

Friday May 10, 2024

AJW Group has promoted Louis Philippe Mallette to the position of President of AJW Technique, AJW Group’s premier maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facility situated in Montreal, Canada. With over 25 years of international operational and strategic exper... Read More »

Crestone and Atalaya secure and lease two Airbus A320s

Friday May 10, 2024

Crestone Air Partners and Atalaya Capital Management have acquired two A320ceos currently leased to SmartLynx © AirTeamImages

Crestone Air Partners, an aviation asset management platform, has acquired two A320ceo aircraft in partnership with Atalaya Capital Management. This move highlights Crestone’s dedication to expanding its narrow-body portfolio with top-tier aircraft lease... Read More »

AerCap unveils new CFM LEAP engine deal at 2024 Capital Markets Day

Thursday May 9, 2024

AerCap has ordered 150 new CFM LEAP engines © CFM International

AerCap Holdings N.V. (AerCap) hosted its 2024 Capital Markets Day in New York on May 8, 2024. AerCap’s CEO Aengus Kelly, along with other senior leaders, were discussing the company’s strategic priorities and outlook for the near and longer term. I... Read More »

GE Aerospace advances adaptive engine testing for future combat fighters

Thursday May 9, 2024

GE Aerospace has announced the completion of the next series of testing on its XA100 adaptive cycle engine, marking a step forward in advancing this next-generation technology for future combat aircraft. Adaptive cycle engines play a crucial role in ensuring U... Read More »

Falko outlines Q1 2024 portfolio activity

Thursday May 9, 2024

Falco has provided a summary of its Q1 2024 portfolio activity

Falko Regional Aircraft Limited (Falko), a large asset manager and aircraft lessor focused solely on the regional aircraft sector, has provided a summary of its first quarter 2024 (Q1 2024) portfolio activity. Throughout the quarter, Falko engaged in transacti... Read More »

JEKTA reveals inaugural interiors for PHA-ZE 100 regional amphibious airframe

Thursday May 9, 2024

Rendering of PHA-ZE 100 Traveller cabin © JETKA

JEKTA, the Switzerland-based creator of the PHA-ZE 100 (Passenger Hydro Aircraft – Zero Emission 100) regional amphibious aircraft, has unveiled the debut interiors for its economy-class Traveller and full-executive Corporate cabin configurations. The in... Read More »

Vallair names François Biarneix as new Operations Director

Thursday May 9, 2024

François Biarneix will join Vallair as Operations Director

Vallair, the seasoned aircraft asset specialist committed to supporting operators and lessors, has appointed François Biarneix as Operations Director. Based in Châteauroux, Luxembourg, Biarneix will lead the strategic deployment and operations of Vallair’s... Read More »

Caerdav launches dedicated line maintenance station at Cardiff Wales Airport

Thursday May 9, 2024

Independent UK MRO, Caerdav, has unveiled a dedicated line maintenance station at Cardiff Wales Airport, initially catering to support ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance) operator, Avion Express. The new station will conduct overnight daily and w... Read More »

WLFC posts first-quarter pre-tax income of US$29.9 million

Wednesday May 8, 2024

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) announced record first-quarter total revenues of US$119.1 million and record quarterly pre-tax income of US$29.9 million. For the three months ended March 31, 2024, aggregate, core lease rent and maintenance reserve reve... Read More »

Cessna SkyCourier receives type certification from ACASA

Wednesday May 8, 2024

Image of the Cessna SkyCourier designed and manufactured by © Textron Aviation

The Cessna SkyCourier twin utility turboprop aircraft has been granted type certification by the Australia Certification and Accreditation Service Agency (ACASA), marking a significant milestone for the aircraft’s deployment in remote communities and enh... Read More »