Honeywell has announced that its IntuVue RDR-7000 weather radar system has received certification from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) for installation on Bombardier Learjet 40 and 45 aircraft. Developed in collaboration with Maga Aviation, an authorised Bombardier service centre in Brazil, this advanced radar system marks a significant enhancement in aviation safety and efficiency
StandardAero, an independent provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services, has formed a strategic partnership with Green Taxi Solutions (GTS) to certify the Zero Engine Taxi™ system—a fully electric solution enabling aircraft to taxi without using their main engines. This collaboration is supported by a newly awarded US$5.6 million grant from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s
DTX Group has officially launched, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the global aerospace sector. This development coincides with Hussein Lookmanjee’s complete divestment from Drayton Aerospace, with his remaining equity acquired by Lion Capital. The move allows Lookmanjee to dedicate his full attention and resources to the international growth and strategic leadership of
IndiGo, Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM, and Virgin Atlantic have announced a strategic cooperation aimed at significantly enhancing air connectivity between India, Europe, and North America. The collaboration is set to establish an industry-leading network by combining the strengths of each airline across key regions and aims to grow into a global-scale operation. This initiative
Brazilian aerospace and defence giant Embraer has taken a major step in reinforcing its commitment to India by establishing a wholly owned subsidiary in the country. The new entity will have its corporate headquarters located in AeroCity, New Delhi, marking a strategic move that reflects the company’s long-term vision for growth and deeper collaboration within
Finnair has been forced to cancel approximately 110 flights on Friday, May 30, due to industrial action by the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) at Helsinki Airport. The strike, which mirrors previous actions earlier in May, is set to cause widespread disruption throughout the day, particularly affecting critical operations such as ground handling and aircraft maintenance.
The WestJet Group has reached a significant achievement with the official completion of its integration of Sunwing Airlines. This marks the culmination of two years of meticulous planning, coordination and collaboration, aimed at enhancing connectivity and delivering greater value to Canadian travellers. Alexis von Hoensbroech, CEO of the WestJet Group, described the achievement as a
Kuehne+Nagel has entered into a strategic partnership with aerospace manufacturer Natilus to explore the potential benefits of introducing blended-wing-body (BWB) aircraft into commercial air freight operations. The collaboration will assess the environmental, economic and operational implications of adopting Natilus’ innovative aircraft design. By drawing on its extensive expertise in air logistics, Kuehne+Nagel will work alongside
United Airlines and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) have reached a tentative agreement that, if ratified, will deliver industry-leading pay increases along with a range of improvements for the airline’s 28,000 flight attendants. This significant development marks a major milestone in labour relations for the airline and represents a strong step forward in enhancing
In a sector where every moment of downtime can impact passengers and disrupt operations, SITA has unveiled a new satellite service designed to ensure uninterrupted communication for airports and airlines, even under the most challenging conditions. Known as ‘SITA Managed Satellites’, the service enables continuous connectivity during blackouts, natural disasters, or in remote and infrastructure-limited
