Leonardo is accelerating the progress of technology and innovation in autonomous flight by investing in Skydweller Aero Inc., a US/Spanish start-up specialising in large-scale solar-powered unmanned air systems. The initiative will result in the development and deployment of the Skydweller drone, the world’s first fully electric unmanned aircraft capable of carrying large payloads with unlimited […]
GE Aviation has announced a 12-year TrueChoiceTM services agreement with China Southern Airlines for systems support across its Boeing 787 fleet. The agreement includes GE Aviation’s Avionics Systems content and capabilities, with the signing taking place at the China International Import Expo with Matt Dillhoff, general manager of Systems Global Services Sales for GE Aviation
The Qantas Group will reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in a major expansion of the airline’s commitment to a more sustainable aviation industry. With actions starting from November 11, the national carrier will immediately double the number of flights being offset, cap net emissions from 2020 onwards and invest AU$50 million over 10
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Alaska Air Group has announced three key leadership advancements to position Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air for future growth and success: Ben Minicucci, as President of Alaska, will be responsible for all commercial and operational duties including rollout and execution of the company’s strategic plan; Gary Beck becomes Alaska’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating
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The SIA Group has achieved a net profit of SG$206 million in the first half of the financial year, SG$10 million (+5.1%) higher than last year. Revenue rose SG$418 million (+5.3%), primarily from strong growth in passenger flown revenue, partially offset by a reduction in cargo flown revenue, while higher expenditure (+$431 million or 5.8%)
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AJW Group has appointed Martin Broadhurst as non-executive Director. AJW Group has appointed Martin Broadhurst as Non-executive Director. Broadhurst has been appointed to replace retiring Director, Randeep Grewal, to help oversee AJW Group’s diversification into new markets, predominantly defense, due to his proven track record of growing international organizations and expanding their capabilities. He has
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West Star Aviation has been granted STC approval to install the Falcon 2000 baggage modification. This modification allows West Star to create usable baggage space in the aft unpressurized area. The forward servicing compartment (FSC) panel enclosure will feature a 21.75 ft² footprint, and 73.5 cu.ft. of usable baggage space. The installation weight of this
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Air Canada’s first Airbus A220 was unveiled last week when it rolled out of the painting hangar at the A220 final assembly line in Mirabel. In December, Air Canada will become the first Canadian airline to take delivery of this Canadian-designed and developed aircraft when it receives the first of its 45 A220s on order.
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With the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) flagging a number of issues during a documentation audit of how the latest 737 MAX software update was developed, the outcome is a number of carriers having to further amend their schedules to take into account the fact that the grounded
Air Partner plc, the global aviation services group, has opened its new office in Dubai as it looks to extend its offering to the Middle East and grow market share in the region. The office, which is located in Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), offers Air Partner’s full suite of Charter solutions, comprising Group Charter,
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