Boeing delivers world’s first 787-10 Dreamliner to Singapore Airlines

Boeing and Singapore Airlines announced the delivery of the first 787-10 airplane, the newest and largest member of the Dreamliner family and a jet that will set a new global standard for fuel efficiency. Like the other 787 Dreamliners, the 787-10 is designed with strong, lightweight composites, the most advanced systems, and comfortable cabin features. […]

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Las Vegas McCarran International Airport renews contract with Rockwell Collins

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Building on a 20-year relationship, Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) has renewed its passenger processing solutions with Rockwell Collins, adopting new passenger technologies that will advance its technological position well into the future. “Our team is constantly evaluating the airport’s infrastructure and operations seeking ways to enhance customer service, maximize efficiencies and increase flexibility,”

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All Nippon Airways finalizes order for two 777 Freighters

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All Nippon Airways (ANA) has placed an order with Boeing for two new 777 Freighters valued at US$678m according to list prices. While ANA is a major operator of the 777 passenger jet, it has grown its cargo operation with the medium-sized 767 Freighter. In adding the 777 Freighter ANA is expanding its cargo capabilities

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IAI reports profit boost with net income of US$81 million

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Israel Aerospace Industries, Israel’s largest national military and civilian security defense company, has issued its consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2017. The Company reported a notable growth in profits with net income of US$81m, coupled with a record scope of engagements in new transactions with customers totaling approximately US$5.8bn in 2017

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GEnx engines power Qantas 787-9 Perth to London historic flight

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GE Aviation has reported that it powered the Qantas 787-9 with GEnx engines on its historic flight from Perth to London. On Saturday evening, March 24, around 236 passengers took part in a major milestone in the aviation industry when QF9, taxied down the runway at Perth airport to take off for the first non-stop

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Qantas makes first non-stop scheduled flight between Australia and Europe

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Never before has there been a non-stop scheduled flight between Australia and Europe – until now: Flight QF9 will connect Perth and London without a stopover. It is one of the longest scheduled flights in the world. Flight QF9 took off from Perth on the west coast of Australia at 6.49 pm. Around five in

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Rolls-Royce lean-burn combustion engine starts icing tests

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Rolls-Royce’s demonstrator engine, featuring a new lean-burn and low-emissions combustion system for future jet engine programmes, has started icing tests. The ALECSys (Advanced Low Emissions Combustion System) demonstrator successfully started the tests in Manitoba, Canada, at temperatures of -20C, one month after its first ever test run in Derby. Technology from the system features in

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Avolon announces closing of US$768.4m Fixed Rate Secured Notes

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Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, has released that Sapphire Aviation Finance I Limited and Sapphire Aviation Finance I (US) LLC (collectively the “Issuers“ or “SAPA 2018-1”), newly established special purpose companies, closed a total of US$768.4m of Fixed Rate Secured Notes (the “Issue”). The Issue comprised of US$633m of 4.250% Series A Fixed Rate

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Joramco Chief Commercial Officer to retire

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Husam Zayed has informed Joramco of his intention to retire from his position as Chief Commercial Officer effective April 1, 2018. Husam joined Joramco in 2011 and during his tenure, he assisted in turning Joramco into a leading profitable 3rd party MRO. Under his leadership he has cemented a clear customer footprint in the key

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SSAMC inaugurates new MRO facility

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Sichuan Services Aero Engine Maintenance Company (SSAMC), the joint venture between Air China and CFM International (CFM), has inaugurated a new 43,880 ft² expanding its maintenance, repair, and overhaul capability for CFM56 and LEAP engines to 300 engines per year. The brand-new facility, located in the Chengdu Free Trade Zone, benefits from the latest standards

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