John Wiitala joins Alaska Airlines as VP of Maintenance and Engineering

Alaska Airlines appoints John Wiitala as VP of Maintenance

Alaska Airlines has announced the appointment of John Wiitala as its new Vice President of Maintenance and Engineering. In this key leadership position, Wiitala will oversee teams across the division, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance for Alaska’s fleet of over 237 mainline Boeing aircraft operating across multiple maintenance bases. Wiitala brings extensive […]

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AerCap reports key business milestones for 2024

Financial

AerCap Holdings N.V. has unveiled a summary of its major business transactions for both the full year and the fourth quarter of 2024, showcasing remarkable accomplishments in leasing, purchasing, sales and shareholder returns. For the full year 2024, AerCap signed 496 lease agreements, completed 150 purchases and concluded 166 sale transactions. The company also secured

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Dynamatic Technologies has awarded Aequs a contract for the supply of complex Airbus A220 door components

Dynamatic Technologies and Aequs strengthen partnership for Airbus A220 door programme

MRO & Production

Dynamatic Technologies and Aequs Private Limited (Aequs) have signed a contract to supply complex structural components for Airbus’ A220 door programme. Under this five-year agreement, awarded by Dynamatic Technologies, Aequs will leverage its comprehensive capabilities to manufacture and deliver over 200 detailed parts. These parts involve advanced tool design, forgings, machining, and surface treatment, underscoring

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WLFC invests US$200 million in fuel-efficient P&W engines

Aircraft & Engines

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has announced a significant transaction with Pratt & Whitney for the purchase of nine new PW 1133G-JM aircraft engines. All acquisitions were set to be completed by December 31, 2024. The PW1133G-JM, part of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF-engine family, offers cutting-edge technology with up to 20% better fuel efficiency compared

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easyJet trials lightweight paint to cut fuel use

Other News

easyJet has become the first airline globally to trial an innovative lightweight paint, developed in collaboration with Mankiewicz Aviation Coatings, aimed at reducing fuel consumption. The new system uses less paint to create the iconic easyJet livery, reducing the coating weight by 27 kg per aircraft. The solution has already been applied to 38 aircraft

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Boeing names Dana Deasy Chief Information Officer

People

Boeing has appointed Dana Deasy as the company’s new Chief Information and Digital Officer and Senior Vice President of Information Technology & Data Analytics. Deasy assumed the role on December 31, 2024, overseeing all aspects of information technology, information security and data and analytics. He will report directly to Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg

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Qatar Airways to resume flights to Damascus, Syria

Airlines & Routes

Qatar Airways has announced the resumption of three weekly flights to Damascus, Syria, starting on January 7, 2025. This marks a significant milestone in reconnecting the region and offering passengers seamless access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of over 170 destinations. The decision to restart operations in Syria comes after a hiatus of over

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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) reports strong performance in 2024

Financial

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), a global aviation services company, has released its business transactions update for the full year 2024, highlighting significant achievements across its capital and engineering divisions. DAE Capital demonstrated robust activity throughout the year, acquiring a total of 83 aircraft, with 30 owned and 53 managed. It also sold 68 aircraft, comprising

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Werner Aero announces CEO retirement and leadership transition

People

Werner Aero has announced the retirement of its founder, president, and CEO, Mike Cazaz. After an illustrious 32-year career leading the company, Cazaz stepped down at the end of December 2024. Since founding Werner Aero, Cazaz had been instrumental in transforming the company into a globally recognised brand in the aviation industry. Renowned for its

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Embraer expands African reach with A-29 Super Tucano deal

Military & Defense

Embraer has signed a contract to deliver four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa. These versatile aircraft will support a broad range of missions, including border surveillance, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), close air support, counterinsurgency operations, and advanced flight training. Renowned for its multi-mission capability,

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