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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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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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Firefly ATR 72-500 aircraft © AirTeamImages

Firefly signs deal with StandardAero for engine maintenance support

StandardAero has been chosen by Firefly, a subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), to provide comprehensive maintenance support for its Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127M engines. The multi-year agreement will cover the engines powering Firefly’s ATR 72-500 fleet, helping to ensure continued reliability and operational performance. StandardAero will service the engines from its centres of

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Textron Aviation Defense and Thai Aviation Industries have signed an MoA to support Royal Thai Air Force © Textron Aviation

Textron and Thai Aviation partner for RTAF aircraft support

During the Paris Air Show, Textron Aviation Defense, a subsidiary of Textron Inc., has signed a memorandum of agreement with Thai Aviation Industries Co., to jointly manage a sustainment programme for the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF). This agreement focuses on long-term support for the RTAF’s fleets of Beechcraft T-6TH trainer aircraft and AT-6TH light

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The newly signed MoA is the foundation for future innovation in inflight entertainment (IFE) © Thales

Thales, Qatar Airways sign MoA on future innovation in IFE

Thales has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with Qatar Airways to support the airline’s latest strategic fleet expansion. The agreement sets a foundation for future innovation in inflight entertainment (IFE), aligned with Qatar Airways’ digital transformation goals. The MoA also outlines plans to explore the development of a dedicated IFE service and maintenance centre

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Broward Aviation Services Group (BASG) acquires Support Air

Broward Aviation Services Group (BASG) has announced its acquisition of Support Air, Inc., a well-established service company and aircraft material provider based near Dayton, Ohio. The move marks a significant step in BASG’s strategy to expand its presence in the aviation used serviceable material (USM) aftermarket sector. Founded in 1996, Support Air has built a

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