China’s GDAT, a prominent helicopter lessor and operator, has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for 50 H160s. This contract is the largest single order for the H160 on the civil and para public market since the H160 was unveiled in 2015. The aircraft will be used notably for the energy sector, including offshore transportation
The Azerbaijan flag carrier, Azerbaijan Airlines, has placed a firm order with Airbus for 12 A320neo-family aircraft including A320neos and A321neos. These latest-generation A320neo-family aircraft are part of the company’s fleet renewal strategy to operate the most modern and fuel-efficient aircraft, increase operational efficiency and competitiveness while offering passengers excellent comfort throughout its fleet. The
Canada Jetlines Operations has signed a letter of intent (LoI) for its third Airbus A320 aircraft, which will be provided by a global aviation lessor providing aircraft and capital to the world’s airlines. Delivery of the aircraft is expected by July 2023. “I am pleased that we have identified our third aircraft,” stated Canada Jetlines
Horizon Aircraft, an innovative leader in hybrid electric Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) aerial vehicles, has successfully completed initial transition flight testing of its “Cavorite X5” 50% scale eVTOL prototype in the world class ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel. Brandon Robinson, CEO of Horizon Aircraft said: “Aircraft performance exceeded our expectation. We explored forward speeds of
According to government and industry sources, European planemaker Airbus is currently in negotiation with China concerning a new round of plane orders. This will coincide with the visit of French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron later this week. The worsening political relations between China and the U.S. has seen what was usually a balanced import of
AerCap has signed lease agreements for two 737-800BCFs (Boeing Converted Freighters) with newly launched cargo airline, PT Rusky Aero Indonesia, operating as Raindo United Services (Raindo). The first passenger-to-freighter conversion will be completed by Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services (BSAS) and the second by Taikoo (Shandong) Aircraft Engineering (STAECO). “We are very pleased to welcome Raindo
New-generation narrow-body engines remain a highly liquid asset with strong orderbooks, reflecting a complete post-pandemic recovery for this type, according to data revealed by aviation market intelligence and consultancy company, IBA. In IBA’s latest webinar, its experts revealed that new-generation narrow-body engine base values have risen in response to cost escalations after price stability through the
EVA Air and Boeing have finalised an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners, a repeat order for Boeing’s super-efficient wide-body jet. EVA Air’s follow-on investment in the 787 will enable the airline to further reduce carbon emissions and sustainably grow its fleet. “Our 787 fleet has become the foundation of our carbon-neutral growth strategy
Epic Flight Academy has signed an order for 15 new Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft with Textron Aviation. As a Cessna Pilot Centre, Epic Flight Academy has been training pilots since 1999 and thousands of students from over 80 countries have graduated from the flight school. The Cessna Skyhawk is Epic’s exclusive single-engine aircraft, with a total fleet
AAR Supply Chain, a subsidiary of AAR Corporation, will acquire nine Boeing 757-200 passenger aircraft equipped with 18 Rolls-Royce RB211 engines from American Airlines. The assets have been most recently operated by American Airlines. “The acquisition of these aircraft and engines will enable AAR to continue to support the RB211-powered 757 cargo market,” said Brian
