TAM, Täby Air Maintenance, has developed a smart and easy-to-install LPV-modification kit for the Saab 2000 (LPV – localiser performance with vertical guidance). When installed, modified aircraft will be able to make high-precision approaches to any airport, where older ILS-systems have been replaced with a GPS-based LPV solution due to cost. The LPV or RNP
Eve Air Mobility (Eve) and DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in the realm of warehousing and distribution, have jointly unveiled a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that signals their intent to develop a supply chain tailored to support Eve’s electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operation. This partnership seeks to comprehensively explore the unique
Spirit AeroSystems (Spirit) has announced a significant strategic collaboration with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory Manufacturing Demonstration Facility, overseen by the University of Tennessee Battelle. This dynamic partnership is aimed at pioneering applications in hypersonic travel and next-generation aircraft. The combined efforts of Spirit and Oak Ridge National Laboratory will be concentrated on establishing efficient,
Aeronautical Engineers (AEI) has confirmed that Democratic Republic of Congo-based Serve Air has ordered its first AEI B737-800SF freighter conversion. The aircraft, (MSN 30517) has already commenced modification and will be redelivered to Serve Air in early November. All conversion related touch labour and maintenance is being performed by the authorised AEI conversion centre Commercial
Strengthening its commitment to bolster ATR aircraft support worldwide, C&L Aerospace, a subsidiary of C&L Aviation Group, has finalised the purchase and disassembly of an ATR 42-500 aircraft to expand its parts programme. This comprehensive endeavour encompasses the acquisition of vital components such as engines, landing gear, propeller blades, leading edges and flight controls. Notably,
Flexjet, the specialist in fractional jet ownership, has announced that Flying Colours is to join its family network of companies. Flying Colours is a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) specialist and will further expand on Flexjet’s maintenance and support network which currently includes facilities in the United States, Canada and Europe. “Bringing the capabilities of
EirTrade Aviation, the global aviation asset management and trading company headquartered in Dublin, has invested in tooling to offer complete CFM56-3 teardown capabilities at its new facility in Dublin. This means that the experienced team at EirTrade can now provide the service alongside the CFM56-5A, -5B, -7B, -7BE engine types. Steven Trowell, VP Technical at
DHL Express has announced a significant investment of US$192 million to construct an aircraft maintenance facility at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). The purpose of this facility is to support the growth of its expanding fleet at its primary U.S. air hub. The Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority has given its approval for US$1 million
VoltAero has selected Avidyne for the development and supply of avionics to equip the Cassio 330 in an exclusive agreement, establishing a long-term relationship that includes customised software specifically tailored for the electric-hybrid operations of this clean-sheet design aircraft. The Cassio 330 will be equipped with a glass cockpit incorporating Avidyne’s new-generation Quantum 14-inch displays
Bergen, Norway’s Elfly has chosen Utah-based Electric Power Systems (EP Systems) to provide the battery system for its all-electric ‘Noemi’ seaplane. Noemi stands for ‘no emissions’. The new partnership was announced at the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh whereby EP Systems will provide its EPiC battery line for the initial demonstration to incorporate upgradable energy solutions. Elfly
