As flying schedules and aircraft needs are fine-tuned during this period of record low demand, the carrier will take the unique step of retiring a total of five aircraft types. American has officially retired the Embraer E190 and Boeing 767 fleets, which were originally scheduled to retire by the end of 2020. The airline has […]
American Airlines officially retires Embraer E190 and Boeing 767 fleets Read More »
The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) has awarded GE Aviation four contract actions valued at around US$707 million for F110-GE-129 engine production. These contracts which fall under an existing indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract, will provide F110 engines, installs, spares and modernized engine management system computers for Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Block 70 aircraft, as
GE Aviation Awarded US$707 million for F110 engine production Read More »
United Airlines (UAL) has reported first quarter 2020 financial results with a net loss of US$1.7 billion, and an adjusted net loss of US$639 million. The company’s total liquidity as of the close of business on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 was approximately US$9.6 billion, including US$2 billion under its undrawn revolving credit facility. The company
United Airlines reports first-quarter net loss of US$1.7 billion Read More »
Airways International has been selected by Avinor Air Navigation Services (ANS) to deliver TotalControl simulator systems at six air traffic control units throughout Norway. Avinor ANS awarded the contract to Airways in mid-April following a rigorous contract tender and negotiations process involving ATC simulator providers across the globe. The Avinor ANS contract is to supply
Norwegian ANSP chooses Airways’ simulator solution Read More »
Airbus is developing a modification for A330 and A350 family aircraft which will enable airlines to install freight pallets directly onto the cabin floor seat tracks, after removal of the economy-class seats. This solution will help any airline’s own business continuity, and also alleviate the global shortage of ‘belly-freight’ air cargo capacity due to the
O2 Aero Acquisitions has acquired Shaw Aerox (Aerox), a leading designer and manufacturer of installed and portable oxygen systems and accessories for aviation and medical users, for an undisclosed amount. Scott E. Ashton, O2 Aero Acquisitions Managing Director, has been named President and CEO. The company, which has been rebranded as Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems,
O2 Aero Acquisitions acquires Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems Read More »
Boeing has conducted a productive and successful first flight of the second 777X airplane. The aircraft flew for 2 hours and 58 minutes over Washington state before landing at Seattle’s Boeing Field. Designated WH002, this airplane is the second of four in a dedicated flight-test fleet and will test handling characteristics and other aspects of
Second Boeing 777X takes to the skies Read More »
Communications Software (Airline Systems), Commsoft, has announced a management restructuring programme which will position the company for future international growth. Patrick Cusk joins the Commsoft team as Presiden. Cusk is also Vice President of Operations at Valsoft Corporation (which acquired Commsoft last year) and has a background in vertical software applications, structured finance and commercial
Commsoft announces management restructuring Read More »
Having posted its worst-ever quarterly loss, British Airways (BA), part of IAG, has announced its intention to lay off over 25% of its 45,000-strong workforce. Alex Cruz, BA CEO, has written to staff making it clear that there is little point in continuing with the U.K. government furlough scheme where 80% of staff wages up
Crisis at British Airways as U.K.s flag carrier plans to lay off 12,000 staff Read More »
Orders for the ground-use air and surface purification system developed by Aviation Clean Air (ACA) and International Aero Engineering (IAE) continue to accelerate, as the companies have ramped up to effectively meet customer demand. Since production of the Ion Distribution Unit for Ground Use Only began in March, a large number of units are being
ACA/IAE keep pace with demand for aircraft interior decontamination unit Read More »
