Heike Tamm

Representatives from Turkish Technic and Swiss-AS attending the signing of the LOI at the MRO Middle East show in Dubai © Swiss-AS

Turkish Technic advances digital transformation with Swiss-AS

In a pivotal step towards modernising and automating its maintenance processes, Turkish Technic has formalised its intent to collaborate with Swiss Aviation Software Ltd. (Swiss-AS). The two companies have signed a letter of intent (LOI) during the MRO Middle East show in Dubai, to signify the strategic move to bolster operational efficiencies and foster data-driven

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Pipistrel Velis Electro aircraft © Frank Galella

Pipistrel Velis Electro earns LSA airworthiness exemption

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted a light-sport aircraft (LSA) airworthiness exemption for the Pipistrel Velis Electro, opening up flight training in an electric aircraft within the United States. The FAA exemption allows U.S. flight schools to use the electric aircraft within their flight training programmes. The Velis Electro offers a lower-cost and more

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Abu Dhabi Airport Terminal A

FL Technics LLC UAE upgrades to L5 GCAA approval

MRO services provider FL Technics UAE is extending its General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) CAR 145 certification from L4 to L5. This strategic move fortifies FL Technics UAE’s standing as a premier provider of comprehensive aviation maintenance solutions in the Middle East region. By undergoing a rigorous evaluation process and achieving maintenance approval with L5

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JetBlue and Spirit Airlines have terminated their merger plans

JetBlue and Spirit Airlines abandon merger plans

JetBlue and Spirit Airlines have jointly decided to terminate their merger agreement, originally slated for completion by July 24, 2024. Despite both airlines recognising the potential pro-competitive advantages of the merger, practical hurdles in meeting required legal and regulatory approvals led to this mutual decision. Joanna Geraghty, CEO of JetBlue, expressed the initial optimism behind

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American has placed orders for 85 Boeing 737-MAX 10, 85 Airbus A321neo and 90 Embraer E175 jets © American Airlines

American Airlines places 260 aircraft orders with Airbus, Boeing and Embraer

American Airlines (American) is set to revolutionize its fleet as it announced a substantial order for 260 new aircraft, comprising 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10, and 90 Embraer E175 planes. This comprehensive procurement strategy includes options and purchase rights for an additional 193 aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment

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Joramco and TUI have signed a new maintenance contract covering five B787 aircraft © Joramco

Joramco and TUI sign new maintenance agreement

Joramco, the Amman-based aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility and engineering arm of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), has reached a new maintenance agreement with TUI, highlighting the ongoing and robust partnership between the two companies. This agreement ensures continued collaboration for the long term.  This agreement marks another milestone in the successful collaboration of

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