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CDB Aviation enters into inaugural sustainability linked loan for US$625 million

Financial

CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing (CDB Leasing), has released that the lessor entered into its inaugural sustainability linked loan (SLL) on December 1, 2023, anchored with a US$625 million (£496 million) syndicated term loan facility. “This innovative facility marks a landmark transaction for the aviation finance space,” […]

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Joby’s all-electric aircraft in flight above Marina, California © Joby Aviation

ANA, Joby Aviation and NRE partner for Japan’s air taxi infrastructure

Aircraft & Engines

ANA Holdings (ANA HD) and Joby Aviation, pioneers in the development of all-electric aircraft for commercial passenger service, have joined forces with Nomura Real Estate Development Co. (NRE), one of Japan’s leading real estate developers. This strategic alliance aims to facilitate the establishment of take-off and landing infrastructure critical for the widespread adoption of electric

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Airbus Flight Academy cadets with their flight instructor in front of an Elixir Aircraft.

Airbus Flight Academy Europe enhances training fleet with eco-friendly Elixir aircraft

Other News

Airbus Flight Academy Europe, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Airbus specialising in civil and military pilot training, has welcomed its initial set of four advanced Elixir training aircraft as a pivotal step in its commitment to sustainable development. The delivery marks the beginning of an eight-aircraft fleet, with each of the first four equipped with a

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F-35A Lightning II for the Belgium Air Force

Lockheed Martin rolls out first F-35A for Belgium

Military & Defense

Lockheed Martin has presented Belgium’s first F-35A Lightning II to the Belgian government during a rollout ceremony at Lockheed Martin’s F-35 production facility. This event marks a significant milestone in the Belgian Air Force’s history and strengthens the alliance between the United States and Belgium, a key NATO ally.   “The introduction of the F-35 within the Belgian Air Force will

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Signing ceremony between Safran and the Government of Morocco © Safran

Safran and Moroccan Government strengthen aerospace partnership

MRO & Production

The Moroccan government and Safran have officially inked a comprehensive framework agreement, solidifying their shared commitment to bolster and advance Morocco’s aerospace industry ecosystem. The signing ceremony, in the presence of Abdellatif Miraoui, Moroccan Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, Taoufiq Moucharraf, Secretary General of the Ministry of Industry and Trade and Olivier

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Lilium

Lufthansa and Lilium join forces for future air mobility in Europe

Other News

The Lufthansa Group and Lilium have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to embark on a collaborative journey in the realm of eVTOL aircraft operations across Europe. This strategic partnership aims to explore innovative opportunities within the aviation sector, encompassing ground and flight operations, futuristic aircraft maintenance, crewing and flight training. Additionally, the two companies

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ATP Chessna Skyhawk fleet

ATP tops-up Cessna Skyhawk order with 40 more aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

Textron Aviation has signed an agreement with ATP Flight School for the purchase of an additional 40 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft with deliveries to commence in 2026. This addition to ATP’s existing fleet of nearly 225 Skyhawks, deployed across more than 85 training centres nationwide, will provide students with access to a modern and advanced fleet in support of their pilot

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AW139 helicopter © P&WC

P&WC and Leonardo achieve first flight of AW139 helicopter on 100% SAF

Aircraft & Engines

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) and Leonardo have announced the successful inaugural flight of an AW139 helicopter using 100% SAF, marking a significant step in sustainable aviation. The helicopter was powered by the PT6C-67C engine, utilising 100% sustainable aviation fuel. The 75-minute flight and ground tests, conducted on November 21, at Leonardo’s facility in Cascina

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mage of the A350F in Cathay Pacific livery © Airbus

Cathay Pacific elevates cargo capabilities with six A350F aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific has joined the ranks of carriers opting for the A350F, finalising a purchase agreement with Airbus for six of these cutting-edge freighters. The A350F is slated to integrate seamlessly into the airline’s cargo division, Cathay Cargo, emerging as a pivotal asset in its future fleet and delivering heightened efficiency throughout its

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