Heike Tamm

Braathens renews its ATR global maintenance agreement

Braathens and ATR renew maintenance partnership

ATR and Braathens Regional Airlines (Braathens) have renewed their global maintenance agreement (GMA) for a further five years. The renewed agreement reflects Braathens’ continued confidence in ATR’s expertise and its ability to deliver efficient, high-quality support solutions. Under the extended GMA, the airline will benefit from a comprehensive suite of maintenance services, including access to […]

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Construction milestone N3

N3 marks milestone in workshop and cleaning facility

N3 Engine Overhaul Services (N3), the joint venture between Lufthansa Technik and Rolls-Royce for the overhaul and repair of Rolls-Royce Trent engines, has celebrated a key construction-milestone in its ongoing expansion programme. The ceremony marks significant progress on two major elements: the extension of the engine workshop and the expansion of the cleaning facility for

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Viceroy seaglider © Regent Craft

UrbanLink boosts seaglider fleet to advance sustainable coastal mobility

REGENT Craft (Regent), an innovator in all-electric seaglider technology, has announced an expansion of its partnership with UrbanLink Air Mobility (UrbanLink), a South Florida-based company specialising in advanced air and maritime mobility solutions. UrbanLink has increased its order of REGENT’s flagship Viceroy seagliders from 27 to 47, making it one of the largest commercial seaglider

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Craig Skilton

APOC appoints Craig Skilton to lead expanding components division

APOC has appointed seasoned senior executive Craig Skilton to head its growing components division. In his new role as VP Components, Skilton will be responsible for increasing APOC’s market share across its expanding portfolio. Though the role is global, Skilton will focus primarily on Europe and the Asia-Pacific region – APOC’s two key markets –

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Boeing 737-8 jet in AviLease livery © Boeing

AviLease places first direct Boeing order for 20 Boeing 737-8 jets

AviLease, a global aircraft leasing company based in Saudi Arabia, has placed its first-ever direct purchase from an aircraft manufacturer, finalising a firm order for 20 Boeing 737-8 jets, with options for an additional ten aircraft. This strategic move marks a key milestone in the lessor’s ongoing expansion and signals its intent to become a

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Finnair

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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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

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

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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