Asia Digital Engineering staff members with the 100th C-check aircraft

ADE achieves milestone with 100th C-check in record time

December 7, 2023

In celebration of International Civil Aviation Day, Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capital A Berhad specialising in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), has marked a significant accomplishment by successfully completing its 100th C-check within a timeframe of two-and-a-half years since its establishment in September 2020. A C-check, recognised as a meticulous

Fokker Services Group has converted a Gulfstream G550 jet into an advanced surveillance aircraft

Fokker Services Group converts Gulfstream G550 into maritime surveillance aircraft

December 6, 2023

Fokker Services Group (Fokker), an independent integrator in aircraft completions and conversions, has received the EASA Supplement Type Certificate (STC) related to a special mission project conducted in partnership with Gulfstream Aerospace (Gulfstream) and its Japanese international sales representative Marubeni Aerospace Corporation (Marubeni), both acting on behalf of the Japan Coast Guard. Applicable STC completion

ExecuJet Haite General Manager Paul Desgrosseilliers and CBM General Manager Li Yingyong signing the contract

ExecuJet Haite to operate business aviation MRO facility at Beijing’s International Airport

December 6, 2023

ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services China (ExecuJet Haite) has signed an agreement with Capital Airport Holding Business Aviation Management (CBM) to operate a new MRO facility at Beijing Daxing International Airport. The binding agreement allows ExecuJet Haite to operate the 5,000 m² state-of-the-art large-scale maintenance hangar with extensive back shops and offices at Beijing Daxing International

China Airlines partners with GE for services on 747-400F fleet

December 4, 2023

China Airlines has entered into a services agreement with GE Aerospace for its 747-400F fleet, as announced by GE Aerospace. Under this long-term agreement, China Airlines will rely on GE’s OEM solution for high-pressure compressor air foils, with GE managing the repair and replacement of these components for the carrier’s CF6-powered Boeing 747-400F aircraft during

easyJet collaborates with Collins Aerospace to enhance operations

December 4, 2023

Collins Aerospace is working with easyJet to activate GlobalConnectSM connected aircraft services on more than 330 Airbus aircraft in its fleet. easyJet will become the largest A320 operator to deploy GlobalConnect. This new capability enhances safety oversight, pilot training and operational efficiencies. The Collins GlobalConnect solution enables the already-installed flight operations and maintenance exchanger system (FOMAX),

Divesture of LHT off the table, Lufthansa Group keeps sole ownership

December 1, 2023

In a resolute declaration of its commitment to the future of aviation excellence, the Lufthansa Group has officially announced its decision to maintain sole ownership of Lufthansa Technik (LHT). This decision comes as the aviation industry anticipates a dynamic period of growth and innovation and Lufthansa Technik positions itself as a pivotal player in this

SWISS chooses Turkish Technic for aircraft maintenance services

November 28, 2023

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), one of Europe’s leading airline operators has chosen MRO provider Turkish Technic for the maintenance services of seven Airbus A330 aircraft. The first aircraft maintenance, within the scope of the agreement, will commence in November 2023 while the remaining six aircraft will be serviced at Turkish Technic’s facilities in Istanbul

Airbus Helicopters’ FlightLab flew fully automated from lift-off, taxi, take-off, cruise, approach and landing

Airbus UpNext develops HMI and autonomous features in project Vertex

November 28, 2023

Airbus has successfully tested a new simplified human machine interface (HMI) along with advanced autonomous features through a project code-named Vertex. These technologies, developed by Airbus UpNext, are controlled by a touchscreen tablet and aim to simplify mission preparation and management, reduce helicopter pilot workload, and further increase safety. The Airbus Helicopters’ FlightLab flew fully

MTU signs five-year LEAP-1A MRO contract with SriLankan Airlines

November 27, 2023

MTU Maintenance has signed a five-year LEAP-1A maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) contract with SriLankan Airlines, building on the two companies’ existing relationship that has also covered V2500 engines and leasing support. The national carrier of Sri Lanka currently operates a fleet of 22 Airbus A330s and A320/A321 aircraft and carries out flights across South

Woodward, Turkish Technic contract signing © Turkish Technics

Turkish Technic joins Woodward’s network as licensed asset management provider

November 24, 2023

Turkish Technic, a provider of aircraft and component maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has signed an eight-year agreement with global manufacturer Woodward, establishing the MRO as a licensed asset management provider (LAMP). Through this agreement, Turkish Technic will operate as a part of Woodward’s global LAMP network, providing component support for LEAP-1A/-1B engine operators. As

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