Heike Tamm

Cessna Grand Caravan EX

Textron Aviation and Aeromot collaborate on new cargo drop door

Textron Aviation, in partnership with Aeromot Aeronaves and Motores S.A., has announced a cooperation agreement to develop an in-air openable jump/cargo drop door for the Cessna Caravan aircraft. The project will take place at Aeromot’s facility in Brazil, with the company leading the development of a Brazilian supplemental type certificate (STC) for the modification. Aeromot, […]

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Tony Richmond

Tony Richmond joins American Airlines’ senior leadership team

American Airlines Group has appointed Anthony (Tony) J. Richmond as Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and Chief Legal Officer, effective May 5, 2025. Richmond will join the airline’s senior leadership team and report directly to CEO Robert Isom. In his new role, Richmond will oversee American’s Legal Affairs team, shaping the airline’s legal and labour

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Embraer aircraft deliveries

Embraer reports strong start to 2025 with increased aircraft deliveries

Embraer has delivered 30 aircraft in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, marking a 20% increase in deliveries compared to the same period in 2024, when 25 aircraft were delivered. Commercial Aviation deliveries remained steady, with seven aircraft handed over in both Q1 2024 and Q1 2025. However, Executive Aviation saw significant growth, with 23

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6K Additive’s UniMelt® technology precisely spheroidizes metal powders while controlling the chemistry and porosity of the final product with zero contamination © 6K Additive

6K Additive secures qualification from TRUMPF for titanium metal powder

6K Additive has strengthened its global leadership in sustainable advanced materials by securing qualification from German technology firm TRUMPF for its titanium metal powder. This certification allows the powder to be used in TRUMPF’s TruPrint additive manufacturing systems, providing aerospace and other industries with a high-performance, environmentally friendly material for 3-D printing. TRUMPF and 6K

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TP Aerospace will support SAS through its Cycle Flat Rate programme © AirTeamImages

TP Aerospace to support SAS through Cycle Flat Rate (CFR) programme

TP Aerospace has extended its collaboration with SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), continuing to support the carrier through its comprehensive Cycle Flat Rate (CFR) programme. This long-term agreement ensures a steady supply of high-quality wheels and brakes for SAS’s fleet of over 100 aircraft in the coming years. The expanded CFR Programme covers a diverse range

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Panama’s SENAN has ordered a fleet of four Super Tucano aircraft © Embraer

Panama opts for Embraer’s Super Tucano for national security operations

Panama’s National Air and Naval Service (SENAN) has opted for Embraer’s Super Tucano aircraft. The fleet of four aircraft will serve as the country’s new surveillance and protection platform, enhancing national security efforts. The announcement, made at the LAAD Defence & Security event, is part of Panama’s initiative to strengthen and expand its operational capabilities.

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MoU formalised at LAAD Defence & Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, with key officials from both Brazil and Türkiye in attendance

Turkish Aerospace and Embraer set stage for potential long-term partnership

Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) and Embraer have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore potential industrial collaboration, focusing on expanding manufacturing, assembly and research and development (R&D) capabilities. The agreement was formalised at LAAD Defence & Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, with key officials from both Brazil and Türkiye in attendance. Embraer is actively

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Sweden has ordered four KC-390 Millennium aircraft

Sweden commits to acquiring Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft

Sweden has officially committed to acquiring four C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft from Embraer, securing production slots for the order. The announcement was made during LAAD Defence & Security 2025, attended by Peter Sandwall, Sweden’s State Secretary to the Minister for Defence, and Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. This

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Fleet Canada

De Havilland Canada acquires Fleet Canada to expand manufacturing capabilities

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC) has acquired all shares of Fleet Canada Inc. (Fleet), a Fort Erie-based aerospace manufacturer, strengthening its production capabilities and expanding its in-house expertise. Fleet, a key supplier for DHC and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), operates a 500,000 ft² facility in Southern Ontario, which will support DHC’s ongoing growth.

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