Japan’s Fire and Disaster Management Agency orders first H160

Japan’s Fire and Disaster Management Agency (FDMA) has ordered an Airbus H160, marking the agency’s first acquisition of the next-generation helicopter. The aircraft will be based in Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu and join the FDMA’s existing helicopter fleet, strengthening Japan’s nationwide emergency response capability. The H160 will be used primarily for rapid aerial reconnaissance and […]

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The final ATR 72-600 has been delivered to Air Astra

Abelo completes Air Astra ATR deliveries

Aircraft & Engines

Abelo has completed the delivery of three new ATR 72-600 aircraft to Bangladeshi carrier Air Astra, marking the completion of an agreement supporting the airline’s fleet expansion and efforts to strengthen domestic air connectivity. The latest aircraft is the third and final ATR 72-600 delivered under the deal. The turboprops will support the carrier’s regional

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AFI KLM E&M taps Sylvain Fagot to lead components

People

Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has appointed Sylvain Fagot as Senior Vice President (SVP) Components at Air France Industries, effective October 1, 2026. Fagot succeeds François Gueguen, who is leaving AFI KLM E&M to become Executive Vice President Fleet, Engineering & Maintenance at Transavia France. Fagot returns to Air France

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Pratt & Whitney's Niepolomice, Poland facility

US$25 million boost for P&W’s Polish engine operation

MRO & Production

Pratt & Whitney is investing US$25 million (PLN 95 million) to expand its Polish manufacturing facility in Niepołomice, increasing production capacity for complex tubular assemblies used in commercial and military engines. The expansion is expected to be operational in 2028 and will create more than 120 jobs as Pratt & Whitney responds to rising demand

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QOCO broadens data service supporting Rolls-Royce Trent fleet

Information Technology

QOCO Systems and Rolls-Royce are expanding QOCO’s intelligent data service, which provides real-time airline operator data to Rolls-Royce systems to support engine reliability and maintenance operations. Delivered through QOCO’s Aviadex platform, the service now covers tens of additional operators, with the aim of supporting the entire in-service modern Trent fleet and extending coverage to legacy

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Harald Gloy (left) to succeed Soeren Stark (right) as CEO Lufthansa Technik

Harald Gloy to take helm at Lufthansa Technik

People, Top Stories

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) has released that Harald Gloy will become Chief Executive Officer as of February, 1, 2027, succeeding Soeren Stark, who is retiring. The company’s Supervisory Board has appointed the engineering graduate to lead the global aircraft maintenance services provider for a five-year term. Gloy has served on LHT’s Executive Board as Chief Operating

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ANA Holdings orders eight additional Embraer E190-E2

Aircraft & Engines, Top Stories

Embraer and ANA Holdings (ANA HD) have signed an agreement for eight E190-E2 aircraft, formalising the group’s fleet expansion plans announced on July, 29, 2026. The deal builds on ANA HD’s original firm order for 15 E190-E2s, placed in 2025, and increases its total firm orders for the type to 23 aircraft. ANA HD also

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Ramco and Safran Helicopter Engines partner on engine data integration Ramco Systems

Safran and Ramco streamline engine data integration

Information Technology

Ramco Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Safran Helicopter Engines, to integrate Safran engine data with Ramco Aviation Software. Under the agreement, engine information generated following shop visits will flow directly from Safran into Ramco Aviation Software’s Maintenance Information System, reducing manual data entry and enabling helicopter operators to focus on keeping

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Nayak Aircraft Services takes over LAS Maintenance

Financial

Nayak Aircraft Services has acquired a controlling stake in Portugal’s LAS Group, which comprises LAS Maintenance, LAS Training and SLOT-Human Resources. Founder João Louro will retain a shareholding and continue to lead LAS Maintenance as Chief Executive Officer. The acquisition expands Nayak’s European network and strengthens its ability to provide high-quality, customer-focused aviation services. The

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Veryon adds Polaris Aero to aviation software portfolio

Financial

Veryon, a provider of aviation software solutions, has acquired Polaris Aero, a company specialising in aviation safety management software. Founded in 2007, the company provides safety management solutions to aircraft operators and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) providers worldwide. The acquisition adds more than 200 customers to Veryon’s portfolio and strengthens its position in the

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