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Amanda Ierfino

Amanda Ierfino appointed VP of Sales & Cargo at WestJet

WestJet has announced that as of June 1, 2025, Amanda Ierfino has officially assumed the role of Vice-President, Sales & Cargo. This new appointment aligns with WestJet’s long-term strategy to drive growth, enhance partnerships, and deliver high-quality service. Amanda has played a pivotal role in shaping and executing WestJet’s corporate and agency sales strategy. She […]

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H175 Helicopter in Skyco livery © Airbus Helicopters

SKYCO orders six more Airbus H175 helicopters

Airbus Helicopters has signed a new contract with SKYCO International Financial Leasing (SKYCO) for the purchase of six additional H175 helicopters. This latest order follows an initial agreement earlier in 2024 for six H175s, intended for emergency management and public service missions in Guangdong Province. With this second acquisition, SKYCO demonstrates its continued confidence in

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Loong Air and CDB Aviation have signed lease agreements for six A321neo aircraft © CDB Aviation

Loong Air sign lease agreements for six Airbus A321neo jets

CDB Aviation has signed new lease agreements with Zhejiang Loong Airlines Co. (Loong Air) for six Airbus A321neo aircraft. The aircraft will be delivered in 2027 from CDB Aviation’s existing orderbook. Headquartered in Hangzhou, Loong Air continues to expand its footprint in the Chinese and regional aviation markets. The Airbus A321neo, the largest aircraft in

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Wizz Air

Wizz Air opens dedicated maintenance hub in Romania

Wizz Air, Romania’s largest airline, has announced a strategic collaboration with Romaero, a prominent local player in Aerospace and Defence, to open a dedicated aircraft maintenance centre at Romaero’s facility near Bucharest’s Băneasa International Airport. The announcement, made during a joint press conference last week, underlines Wizz Air’s ongoing investment in Romania, where it currently

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Gulf Air expands fleet with new Boeing 787 Dreamliner order

Gulf Air has announced a significant fleet expansion with an agreement to purchase 12 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, alongside options for six additional jets. This strategic move reinforces the Bahrain-based airline’s ambition to grow its international network and further enhance its long-haul capabilities. Once finalised, the order will raise Gulf Air’s total firm commitment to

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Ground-breaking ceremony for N3's logistics centre in Arnstadt, Germany

N3 breaks ground on logistics centre in Arnstadt

N3 Engine Overhaul Services (N3), the joint venture between Lufthansa Technik and Rolls-Royce, has officially begun construction of a state-of-the-art logistics centre at its Arnstadt, Germany site. The new facility forms a key part of the “xDREAM” expansion programme, aimed at significantly increasing overhaul capacity for Rolls-Royce Trent engines. The three-storey building will become the

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Portugal has taken delivery of its third KC-390 Millennium aircraft © Embraer

Portugal receives third KC-390 as Embraer launches A-29N Super Tucano flight test campaign

Embraer and the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) have celebrated two major milestones in their defence partnership: the delivery of Portugal’s third KC-390 Millennium military transport aircraft and the commencement of flight testing for the A-29N Super Tucano. These developments mark significant progress in both aircraft programmes and further strengthen Portugal’s air capabilities under NATO-aligned standards.

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JMI-Jet Maintenance International Oxford Airport maintenance facility

PASL acquires JMI to expand UK aircraft maintenance capabilities

Pula Aviation Services Limited (PASL) has expanded its aviation services portfolio with the strategic acquisition of JMI-Jet Maintenance International (JMI), a UK-based aircraft maintenance provider. This move enhances PASL’s aircraft maintenance capabilities, adding key operational locations at London Oxford Airport and a line station at London Biggin Hill to its network. Established in 2018, JMI

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Condor orders four more Airbus A330-900neo aircraft to boost long-haul growth

Condor is continuing its strategic growth in the long-haul market with an order for four additional Airbus A330-900neo aircraft. Approved by the airline’s Supervisory Board, this latest acquisition expands Condor’s A330neo fleet to a total of 25 by 2031. The carrier currently operates 18 of these next-generation aircraft, with three more scheduled for delivery by

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StandardAero introduces CFM56-7B engine exchange solutions

StandardAero has expanded its service capabilities for the CFM56-7B engine platform by introducing a new exchange engine solution, enhancing support for Boeing 737 Next Generation (737NG) customers worldwide. This move aims to maximise aircraft availability, especially for operators seeking swift and reliable alternatives to full engine overhauls. A well-established independent provider of aerospace engine aftermarket

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