Airbus has delivered the first H135 helicopter for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) programme, marking a major step in modernising pilot training for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Known in RCAF service as the CT-153 Juno, the twin-engine helicopter will be used to train future rotary-wing pilots. Selected by SkyAlyne, the prime contractor for
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (De Havilland Canada) has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier. The aircraft will support Ethiopian Airlines’ plans to strengthen regional connectivity and improve access to remote communities, tourism destinations and lake regions across Ethiopia and East Africa. “We appreciate Ethiopian
The Cathay Group is continuing to strengthen its cargo operations with Air Hong Kong signing a long-term lease agreement for an Airbus A330P2F converted freighter. The move follows Cathay Cargo’s recent order for two additional Airbus A350F freighters and forms part of a broader strategy to expand capacity, enhance network flexibility and reinforce Hong Kong’s
Aergo Capital (Aergo) has announced the sale of two Airbus A321-200 aircraft to FTAI Aviation, alongside the acquisition of an Airbus A320-200neo on lease to Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), further demonstrating its active portfolio management strategy. The two Airbus A321-200 aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial numbers 4099 and 4148, are currently on lease to Air Transat. The
Airbus Helicopters and the Republic of Armenia have signed a contract for the purchase of six H145 helicopters. The agreement, finalised during French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Yerevan, has now entered into force, marking a significant step in strengthening ties between France and Armenia. The multi-role helicopters will be used for transport missions
Avincis, Europe’s largest emergency aerial services operator, has signed a new agreement with Airbus Helicopters for up to 15 additional H145 helicopters, reinforcing its commitment to critical aviation services across the continent. The aircraft will be deployed throughout Avincis’ extensive European network, enhancing operations in the Nordic region, Italy and Spain. The new helicopters will
K2 Aviation has completed the acquisition of two Boeing 737-800 Boeing converted freighters (BCFs) from Aircastle, marking the entry into the dedicated freighter aircraft sector. The aircraft are currently leased to ASL Airlines and operated by ASL Airlines Belgium and ASL Airlines France. The transaction also establishes a new customer relationship for K2 Aviation, further
Azorra has delivered the first of two ATR 72-600 aircraft to Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, marking the start of a new customer partnership and further expanding Azorra’s presence across the UK and European regional aviation markets. The twin-engine turboprop will support Loganair’s extensive route network, helping to enhance air connectivity for communities across
easyJet has added its 100th Airbus A320neo-family aircraft to its fleet, reinforcing its commitment to modernisation and lower-emission operations. The aircraft was handed over in Hamburg, Germany, and joins easyJet’s all-Airbus fleet, which now stands at 359 aircraft. The delivery reflects the airline’s continued investment in newer, more fuel-efficient technology as part of its long-term
German aircraft manufacturer General Atomics AeroTec Systems (GA-ATS) has secured the first sale of its Do228 NXT, following the successful roll-out and maiden flight of the new-generation aircraft. The launch customer is a non-governmental organisation involved in humanitarian operations, which has chosen to remain anonymous for operational reasons. Designed as a multi-role platform, the Do228
