Heike Tamm

Saab will equip 26 more U.S. airports with its Aerobahn Runway and Surface Safety service

FAA selects Saab’s runway safety system for 26 more U.S. airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded Saab a significant contract to install its Aerobahn Runway and Surface Safety service at 26 additional airports across the United States. This award falls under the FAA’s Surface Awareness Initiative (SAI) Block 3 deployment, furthering efforts to enhance runway safety through modern, technology-driven solutions. Saab’s system is designed […]

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QantasLink will replace its ageing F100 planes with Embraer E190 jets © AirTeamImages

QantasLink to replace F100s with E190s in major WA fleet renewal

QantasLink has selected the Embraer 190 (E190) as the preferred aircraft type for a significant fleet renewal at its Western Australia-based regional carrier, Network Aviation. The plan involves retiring up to 14 ageing Fokker F100 (F100) aircraft and replacing them with mid-life E190s, with the first deliveries expected towards the end of 2026. Network Aviation,

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Airbus A330 MRTT

NATO expands multinational MRTT fleet as Sweden and Denmark join programme

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has announced the order of two additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, bringing the total number in the multinational MRTT fleet (MMF) to 12. The latest order marks a significant expansion of the programme and coincides with the formal accession of Sweden and Denmark as

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Volaris Airbus A320neo © CDB Aviation

Volaris takes delivery of three new Airbus A320neo aircraft

CDB Aviation, the Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Limited (CDB Leasing), has successfully delivered three Airbus A320neo aircraft to its long-standing customer, Volaris. The delivery marks an important step in the ongoing collaboration between the aircraft lessor and the Mexican low-cost carrier. The transaction reflects the strength of the partnership between

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The Airbus A350 in its ‘Wanderlust’ livery © SWISS

SWISS reveals first A350 with ‘Wanderlust’ livery

SWISS has revealed its first Airbus A350-900 at Airbus’ Toulouse facility, displaying the aircraft in a distinctive and creative ‘SWISS Wanderlust’ livery. This event marks a major milestone in SWISS’ long-haul fleet development and celebrates the airline’s deep ties to its Swiss heritage. Described as the world’s first ‘flying art gallery’, the aircraft’s exterior features

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APS has officially opened its new MRO facility in Malaysia

APS opens new propeller MRO facility in Malaysia

Aircraft Propeller Service (APS), a globally recognised specialist in aircraft propeller maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), has officially opened a new, cutting-edge facility in Selangor, Malaysia. This marks APS’ first foray into the Asian market and reinforces its long-term commitment to serving the Asia-Pacific region — currently the largest market for turboprop aircraft worldwide. The

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Full Flight Simulators

Cebu Pacific and CAE to launch A330neo simulator in the Philippines

At the Paris Air Show, Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest airline, and aviation training specialist CAE announced the expansion of their joint training venture. The partnership will see the deployment of a new Airbus A330neo full-flight simulator (FFS) at their training centre in Clark, Philippines, supported by a long-term training services agreement. Scheduled to be

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Transavia's first aircraft to showcase the new look will be an Airbus A320neo currently in production in Hamburg, Germany

Transavia unveils modern brand refresh amid growth and fleet expansion

Transavia, the low-cost carrier of the Air France-KLM Group, is entering a new chapter in its development with a refreshed brand identity. As a well-established name among European travellers, the airline transported 23 million passengers in the last year—an 8.1% increase compared to 2023—demonstrating steady growth in line with its expanding fleet and route network.

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