Muirhead has unveiled BioPRO, the first naturally fire-resistant, protein-based aviation biofoam © Muirhead

Muirhead unveils BioPRO® foam

March 4, 2025

Muirhead, a frontrunner in high-performance aviation leather, has introduced its ground-breaking BioPRO® foam – the world’s first naturally fire-resistant, protein-based aviation biofoam. This patented innovation is produced using hydrolysed collagen, a by-product of Muirhead’s leather manufacturing process. Containing 20% bio-content, the product eliminates harmful substances such as melamine and PFAS (‘forever chemicals’) found in traditional

Karen strengthens partnership with Horix Aerospace through AW139 acquisition and disassembly agreement

March 3, 2025

Karen, Switzerland’s largest private helicopter MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) provider, has announced the acquisition of an AW139 helicopter for disassembly. The company has also established a further consignment agreement with Horix Aerospace, under the Horix ‘Trust Consignment’ programme, to remarket the materials recovered from the disassembled helicopter. This new collaboration involves the first-ever AW139

Qantas will upgrade 42 Boeing 737 aircraft © AirTeam Images

Qantas unveils major cabin upgrade programme for 737 fleet

February 27, 2025

Qantas is set to introduce a next-generation inflight experience across its domestic and short-haul international flights with a comprehensive cabin upgrade programme for its Boeing 737 aircraft. The initiative forms part of the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal and aims to enhance the customer experience on existing aircraft. The programme will see 42 Boeing 737 aircraft

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Slate Aviation's new facility in Georgia © Slate Aviation

Slate Aviation opens MRO and cabin conversion facility in Georgia

February 26, 2025

Slate Aviation, an operator of VIP Bombardier CRJ and Challenger 850 aircraft in the U.S., has opened a new aircraft MRO and cabin conversion facility at Middle Georgia Regional Airport. The 80,000 ft² facility, formerly used by Bombardier and Stevens Aerospace, will support the maintenance and VIP conversion of Slate’s fleet of nearly 35 CRJ-200

Air Canada and AFI KLM E&M have signed a ten-year contract for component support services for 58 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft

Air Canada and AFI KLM E&M sign component support deal for Boeing 787 fleet

February 25, 2025

Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) and Air Canada have signed a ten-year contract for component support services for 58 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. This agreement, the first major component support contract between the two airlines, includes the creation of a dedicated pool stock in Toronto, Canada, to support Air Canada’s

Ground-breaking ceremony in Guaratinguetá, Brasil © Liebherr

Liebherr breaks ground on major aerospace expansion in Brasil

February 24, 2025

On 17 February, Liebherr marked a significant milestone with the ground-breaking ceremony for the expansion of Liebherr Aerospace Brasil LTDA in Guaratinguetá, near São Paulo, Brasil. The event was attended by invited guests, company management, and Liebherr employees, officially launching the construction phase. Over the next decade, Liebherr will invest approximately €45 million (US$47.25 million)

The Honda Aircraft Company has commenced assembly of the HondaJet Echelon’s wing structure in Greensboro, North Carolina © Honda Aircraft Company

Honda Aircraft Company begins production of HondaJet Echelon test unit

February 21, 2025

Honda Aircraft Company has officially commenced production of the first HondaJet Echelon test unit with the assembly of the aircraft’s wing structure in Greensboro, North Carolina. Scheduled for its maiden flight in 2026, the HondaJet Echelon will feature a larger cabin, increased passenger capacity, and extended range compared to previous HondaJet models, introducing the award-winning

Representatives from Pratt & Whitney and Sanad Group at the signing ceremony © Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney adds Sanad to GTF MRO network

February 19, 2025

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX company, is set to expand its global network of GTF engine maintenance providers by adding Sanad Group (Sanad), the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions company, wholly owned by Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investor, Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala). Sanad’s new state-of-the-art facility, expected to be completed by 2028, will further

Signing ceremony of the new agreement between Satair and Vietjet Air © Satair

Vietjet Air and Satair sign long-term material support agreement

February 18, 2025

Satair, an Airbus Services company, has signed a multi-year agreement with Vietjet Air for its integrated material services (IMS), a comprehensive material support solution for the airline’s entire Airbus A320 and A330 fleet. Under this exclusive agreement, Satair will provide consignment stock and pooling support for expendable materials specific to Vietjet’s Airbus fleet. The tailored

British Airways is to acquire Boeing MRO business at Gatwick © British Airways

British Airways to acquire Boeing’s MRO business at Gatwick Airport