Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has secured a US$3.8 billion contract modification covering lots 18–19 of the F135 engine, which powers all three variants of the F-35 Lightning II. The modification finalises lot 18 F135 propulsion system production and provides for propulsion systems supporting lot 19 F-35 aircraft. The total value of the lots […]
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International Aerospace Coatings (IAC) is expanding its global footprint by securing a long-term lease on both a wide-body and narrow-body hangar at Safi Aviation Park in Malta (MLA). The wide-body hangar, capable of accommodating all aircraft up to and including the A380, alongside the narrow-body facility, will form a key part of the company’s infrastructure
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Delta Air Lines (Delta) will introduce Amazon Leo across hundreds of its aircraft, beginning with an initial rollout on 500 planes from 2028, while working with Amazon to expand its popular Delta Sync Wi-Fi and seatback experiences—enhancing personalisation and onboard connectivity for customers. The agreement builds on the existing collaboration between Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) has delivered the first Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft to Compagnie Nationale Royal Air Maroc (Royal Air Maroc). The aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1B engines, marks the first of six 737-8 MAX aircraft to be placed on lease with the airline as part of a wider transaction. The remaining five aircraft
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StandardAero has appointed Giovanni Spitale as President of its Business Aviation segment with immediate effect. He succeeds Anthony (Tony) Brancato III, who is retiring after nearly a decade in leadership roles at StandardAero and more than 40 years in the aviation industry. Spitale brings over 30 years of experience across engineering, operations and global leadership.
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ACC Aviation has successfully remarketed six CF34-8C engines and associated Life-Limited Parts (LLPs) on behalf of OÜ Transpordi Varahaldus (TVH), Estonia’s state-owned transport asset management company. Following the repossession of the assets from former operator Xfly, ACC Aviation was appointed to monetise the portfolio under time-sensitive and complex recovery conditions. Using a data-led pricing strategy
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Star Alliance has officially welcomed ITA Airways as its newest member, marking the completion of the Italian carrier’s integration into the world’s largest airline alliance. ITA Airways celebrated its entry with a ceremony at the Piazza di Spagna Lounge in Rome Fiumicino Airport’s Terminal 3. The event was led by ITA Airways Chief Executive Officer
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HALO AirFinance (HALO), a joint venture between GA Telesis (GAT) and Tokyo Century Corporation (TC), has completed a senior term loan for an entity owned and managed by Crestone Air Partners. The financing is secured by a mature Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by an established Asian flag carrier. Loan proceeds were used to refinance existing
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Turboprop lessor Abelo has confirmed three additional ATR 72-600 options from its agreement signed at the Dubai Airshow in 2023. With these options now exercised, Abelo’s total firm orders stand at 36 aircraft, with a further nine options and purchase rights remaining. Deliveries are scheduled for 2027, supporting the lessor’s growth and its mission to
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Lufthansa Technik has successfully completed its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner cabin modification at its European Centre of Excellence for wide-body base maintenance services in Malta. This milestone marks a significant step in the expansion of Lufthansa Technik Malta’s wide-body service portfolio. The comprehensive upgrade included the removal and installation of a new seating configuration, alongside
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