Industrial action to disrupt Finnair operations at Helsinki Airport

Industrial action by the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) is expected to cause significant disruptions to Finnair’s flight operations at Helsinki Airport on Friday, May 16. The four-hour stoppages, which target multiple shifts throughout the day, are set to affect key ground handling and catering services essential to flight operations. According to Finnair, the disruptions will […]

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China has lifted its ban on the delivery of Boeing aircraft to domestic airlines

China lifts ban on Boeing deliveries following tariff truce

Other News

China has lifted its ban on the delivery of Boeing aircraft to domestic airlines, following a temporary agreement between the United States and China to ease trade tensions through a partial reduction in tariffs, according to Bloomberg News. The decision marks an important shift in the long-running trade dispute between the two nations, which had

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Croatia Airlines has taken delivery of the first of three A200-300 aircraft from Azorra

Croatia Airlines takes delivery of first Airbus A220-300 from Azorra

Aircraft & Engines

On May 13, Azorra delivered the first of three Airbus A220-300 aircraft to Croatia Airlines, the national flag carrier of the Republic of Croatia. This marks the beginning of a new partnership between the global aircraft lessor and the airline, while also representing a milestone in Croatia Airlines’ ongoing fleet renewal programme. The aircraft, delivered

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While passenger numbers rose at FRA in April, cargo volumes saw a slight decline © Fraport

Frankfurt Airport sees passenger growth in April

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In April 2025, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) welcomed approximately 5.3 million passengers, marking a 4.8 percent increase compared to the same month the previous year. The airport experienced particularly strong demand for leisure flights to warm-weather destinations such as Italy, Spain, and Türkiye. While passenger numbers rose, cargo volumes in Frankfurt saw a slight decline. The

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Storm Aviation gains EASA approval for Airbus A330 base maintenance in Scotland

MRO & Production

Storm Aviation, a UK-based provider of line, light and base aircraft maintenance and part of the FL Technics Group, has been granted EASA Part 145 approval to carry out base maintenance on Airbus A330 aircraft at its Glasgow-Prestwick (PIK) hangar. The Airbus A330 is among the world’s most popular wide-body aircraft, and this new certification

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AE Industrial closes US$418 million Aerospace Leasing Fund II

Financial

AE Industrial Partners (AE Industrial), a private investment firm focused on National Security, Aerospace and Industrial Services, has announced the successful closing of its second aerospace leasing fund, AE Industrial Partners Aerospace Leasing Fund II, LP (Aerospace Leasing Fund II). The fund was oversubscribed, securing total capital commitments of US$418 million, a testament to robust

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George Whittier appointed CEO of Barnes Aerospace

People, Top Stories

Barnes Aerospace, a global force in component repair services and the production of advanced aero engine parts, has announced a leadership change with the appointment of George Whittier as its Chief Executive Officer, effective May 12, 2025. The position marks a new chapter for the company as it becomes an independent platform under the broader

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ALM has arranged the lease of two Boeing 737-800NGs to Garuda Indonesia

ALM leases two Boeing 737-800NGs to Garuda Indonesia

Aircraft & Engines

Aircraft Leasing & Management (ALM), a fully owned subsidiary of Japanese firm Fuyo General Lease (Fuyo), has successfully arranged the lease of two Boeing 737-800 next-generation aircraft to Garuda Indonesia Airways, the national flag carrier of Indonesia. The aircraft involved in the transaction, registered as PK-GUH (MSN 44217) and PK-GUI (MSN 44218), were previously operated

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RVL Aviation to fly first zero-emission cargo services in the UK

MRO & Production

ZeroAvia has signed a new agreement with RVL Aviation that will see the aviation services provider operate Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft retrofitted with ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric ZA600 powertrain. These zero-emission flights are expected to begin within the British Isles once all required certifications for the engine, aircraft integration, and planned operations are secured, and retrofit and

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GA-ATS will add a sixth dock for its NH90 helicopter maintenance operations at Oberpfaffenhofen Special Airport

GA-ATS adds new dock for NH90 maintenance

Military & Defense

General Atomics AeroTec Systems (GA-ATS) has announced the expansion of its NH90 helicopter maintenance operations at Oberpfaffenhofen Special Airport, strengthening its support for the German Armed Forces. From early 2026, a sixth maintenance dock will be added to its NH90 hangar, boosting capacity in response to growing demand. The company, a certified DEMAR 145 maintenance

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