As part of its strategy to streamline flight operations by leveraging the latest technologies, Uzbekistan Airways has signed up to deploy SITA Mission Watch. The solution will drive greater agility and efficiency, including annual savings of over US$600,000 in weather-related incidence avoidance and 300 tonnes of fuel. SITA Mission Watch is a next-generation flight tracking […]
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Boeing continues to transition towards low rate initial production of the MH-139A Grey Wolf after completing the programme’s Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) phase, delivering the sixth and final test aircraft to the U.S. Air Force last month. “Delivering all of the RDT&E aircraft to the Air Force enables them to continue critical operational
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The modified glider at the centre of Airbus UpNext’s hydrogen contrail-studying experiment, Blue Condor, made its first hydrogen-powered flight over Nevada in the United States on November 8. The flight was the company’s first ever to use hydrogen as the sole fuel source and it kicked off a test campaign that will conclude in a
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MAAS Aviation, a globally recognised expert in aircraft painting and exterior coatings, has named experienced industry professional, Andrew Hoad, as Chairman. Hoad originally joined MAAS in April 2022 in the role of Non-Executive Director, before accepting this latest position last month. A seasoned authority on the aviation sector, Hoad has previously held senior technical positions
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Falko Regional Aircraft Limited, also known as Falko, has announced its acquisition of four Q400 NextGen aircraft currently on lease to Ethiopian Airlines, the Ethiopian flag carrier. These aircraft, with serial numbers 4469, 4472, 4475 and 4476, were procured from Aergo Capital Limited on behalf of Falko’s managed fund known as Falko Regional Aircraft Opportunities
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In a joint effort, Boeing and the United States are launching an initiative aimed at accelerating the development and adoption of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) within the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member countries. Recognising SAF as a crucial component for achieving net-zero carbon emissions in aviation by 2050, this initiative will address key challenges, including
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Valdor Aircraft has selected the PT6A-34 engine for its conversion programme of the single-engine BX Turbo Beaver, under a new supplemental type certificate from Transport Canada. The Beaver aircraft is a mainstay of the Canadian aviation industry, having first flown in 1947 and is still used today on essential missions to remote areas. Valdor Aircraft
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Spatial, a leading provider of cabin crew training equipment, which is based in the UAE, has announced the signing of an agreement at the Dubai Air Show with Emirates to supply an A350 cabin service trainer (CST) for the airline. The device will be delivered in summer 2024 to support the entry into service of
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Lufthansa Technik Philippines (LTP) has welcomed Cebu Pacific (CEB) as its inaugural base maintenance customer for the A330neo, with the arrival of RP-C3900 on November 17, 2023. This event marks the initiation of a series of maintenance activities aimed at supporting the growth of CEB’s A330neo fleet. The collaboration between the two companies, which commenced
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Challenge Group, an international air cargo conglomerate offering tailored end-to-end logistics solutions for complex verticals, has announced the appointment of David Canavan as the Group’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). In his new role, Canavan will be responsible for leading, planning, directing, coordinating, aligning and overseeing all Group operations, bringing his extensive experience and expertise
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