Aircraft & Engines

Namibia’s Ministry of Safety & Security has ordered a Eurocopter EC145 to expand the capabilities and reach of the Namibia Police Force’s (NAMPOL) Air Wing. This new twin-engine helicopter will complement Namibia’s existing fleet of Eurocopter Ecureuil AS350 B3s in providing comprehensive multi-mission civil protection capabilities in one of Africa’s largest countries. Manufacture of the

Sukhoi Superjet 100 flight prototype SN95005 landed at Ras al-Khaimah (UAE) to undergo hot soak trails (above +40°C). The tests will last for about one month. The aircraft is equipped with special detecting devices to register the aircraft temperature in different zones. The test program includes extensive ground testing of the engines, APU and avionics

The first Boeing 787 Dreamliner that will enter into service with launch customer ANA rolled out of the paint hangar on August 6th. The airplane bears a special livery signifying the core element’s of ANA’s service brand – innovation, uniqueness and the inspiration of Japan. Boeing plans to deliver the first 787 to ANA in September. ANA

Skyworld Aviation reported the sale of an ATR 72- 212, serial number 428 to Helitt of Malaga. Serial number 428 (now re-registered as EC-LNR) was previously in operation with Alitalia Express before being purchased by the Magellan Group. The aircraft flew from Shannon after being repainted, and arrived in Granada on the 14th June 2011.

Indonesian charter operator, PT Aviastar Mandiri is adding a further BAe 146-200 to its fleet with the purchase from Falko of a late model aircraft bearing manufacturer’s serial number E2227. When delivered in the next few weeks, the aircraft will join the airline’s two other BAe 146-200s that are based at Jakarta and Denpasar. These aircraft