Bombardier has reported substantial progress on its new state-of-the-art service centre at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, marking a key milestone in the company’s strategy to expand its global support network. The structural framework of the main building and hangar is now rising, keeping the project firmly on track for its planned opening […]
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Senior plc (Senior), a global manufacturer of high-technology components and systems, has announced a multi-year contract from Airbus for the design, qualification and production of a range of highly engineered aerospace standard parts used in fluid-conveyance applications. The agreement strengthens Senior’s position as a key supplier of complex components to major airframers and underscores the
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According to reporting by The Indian Express, IndiGo, India’s largest airline, faced significant flight disruptions in recent days, driven primarily by a shortage of crew following the introduction of new rest and duty regulations. The situation worsened on Tuesday, December 2, and Wednesday December 3, with widespread delays and a sharp rise in cancellations across
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Azorra has announced the sale of two Airbus A330-300 aircraft to Xiamen Aircraft Leasing (Xiamen Airlease), a China-based aircraft lessor. The aircraft, MSN 1432 and MSN 1579, remain on lease to Sichuan Airlines, one of China’s leading carriers. John Evans, Chief Executive Officer at Azorra, said: “We are proud to complete our first transaction with
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Pratt & Whitney has secured a US$1.6 billion undefinitised contract action to sustain the F135 engine, which powers all three variants of the F-35 Lightning II, widely regarded as the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft. The contract covers a range of essential sustainment activities for both US and international operators. These include depot-level maintenance and
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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has finalised long-term lease agreements with AJet and Turkish Airlines for ten new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, with deliveries set for 2026 and 2027. The deal reinforces DAE’s longstanding relationship with Turkish Airlines while directly supporting the rapid growth of AJet, Türkiye’s newly rebranded low-cost carrier. Firoz Tarapore, Chief Executive Officer of
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Airbus has revised its aircraft delivery forecast for 2025 after identifying a quality issue with fuselage panels used on certain A320-family aircraft. The European manufacturer announced on Wednesday that it now expects to deliver around 790 commercial aircraft next year—down from its previous target of approximately 820. According to Airbus, the adjustment reflects the timing
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Embraer has entered a new phase of strategic collaboration in Poland, signing five memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (PGZ)—the country’s leading state-owned defence group—and its subsidiaries WZL-1, WZL-2, WSK “PZL-Kalisz”, and WBCKT. The MoUs lay the foundation for extensive, long-term cooperation across the aerospace and defence sectors, underscoring Embraer’s commitment to
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Hi Fly has achieved another landmark moment in polar aviation, successfully landing an Airbus A330 in Antarctica for the first time. The accomplishment comes just a month after the airline celebrated five consecutive years of operations to the White Continent. The milestone flight took place on December 1, when Hi Fly’s Airbus A330-302, registered 9H-HFI
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RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) is closing the year on a strong upward trajectory, poised to exceed its 2024 revenue figure of roughly €576 million (US$674 million). The company anticipates sustained double-digit growth in 2025 and beyond, reflecting both the revival of global aviation and rising demand for premium seating solutions. This momentum follows a year
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