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Magnetic MRO expands into Asset Management services with A321 part-out

Magnetic MRO, a Total Technical Care MRO organization based in Tallinn, Estonia, completed the acquisition of an A321-131 (MSN555) for part-out. The purchase, conducted on behalf of private investors, is the start of Asset Management practice at Magnetic MRO, which offers comprehensive turn-key value creation services for aviation investors. The services cover asset acquisitions, lease […]

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Component Control signs multiple new contracts for its Quantum MRO and Logistics software

Component Control reported that Tempest Aviation Group, an independent helicopter service provider located in Prince George, British Columbia, is planning to expand its services and enterprise using Quantum Control MRO and Logistics software to manage operations. Tempest Aviation Group offers the full scope of MRO services for Bell 412, 212, 205, 206 and Airbus helicopters,

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Commercial Jet names Donald R. Kamenz as Vice President of Sales

Commercial Jet welcomed Donald Kamenz as Vice President of Sales. Mr. Kamenz comes to Commercial Jet with over 29 years of experience in global aviation. Prior to joining Commercial Jet, Donald was the Chief Commercial Officer, Co-owner and Vice President of Business Development for Myrtle Beach, South Carolina based AvCraft Technical Services.

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China’s anticipated airline growth on track with launch of Jianxi Airlines

At the end of 2013 it was estimated that there would be a 31% increase in worldwide airline passenger numbers between 2012 and 2017. Of this increase, 24% was estimated to be from the Chinese market. This figure equates to 195 million local passengers and 32.4 million international ones, making 227.4 million in total. The

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Boeing, Silk Way West sign order for three 747-8 Freighters

Boeing and Azerbaijan-based Silk Way West signed an order for three 747-8 Freighter airplanes valued at more than US$1.1bn at current list prices. Silk Way West is an enterprise of the Silk Way Group, which includes 23 companies working in the aviation industry and related services. The airline currently operates seven Boeing airplanes, including two

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Robert J. Keady joins Board of Directors of Willis Lease Finance Corporation

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC), a leading independent jet engine lessor in the commercial finance sector, reported that Robert J. Keady was unanimously elected to the Board of Directors of Willis Lease, as a Class II director, effective immediately. Mr. Keady will also serve on the Board’s Compensation and Audit Committees. The recent resignation of

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EASA approves certification for S-76D helicopter

The European Aviation Safety Administration (EASA) has approved the VIP Type Certificate for the S-76D helicopter, allowing for operation of the aircraft in Europe. The announcement was made at the 2015 Helicopter Association International Heli-Expo show. EASA signed the certificate on Feb. 25th, capping an intensive flight test program to introduce the S-76D helicopter, Sikorsky’s

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Heli-One now certified to provide high-quality MRO Services for helicopters operating in Brazil

Brazil is the latest in a growing number of countries where Heli-One is able to deliver its leading helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. The National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC), which oversees safety and security of civil aircraft, components, operations and personnel licensing in the country, has certified all four of Heli-One’s

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