Panasonic Avionics will double the size of its connectivity-equipped fleet by the end of 2014 following FAA certification of a bird strike compliant radome for B777-200 aircraft. The STC (supplemental type certificate) for the B777-200 radome paves the way for approvals on other aircraft types. Panasonic currently has more than 150 B777-200 aircraft scheduled for
Gogo, a leader of in-flight connectivity and a pioneer in wireless in-flight digital entertainment solutions, has received an STC from the FAA and certification from JCAB (Japanese Civil Aviation Bureau) to install its Ku-satellite based connectivity service on Japan Airlines’ 777-200 aircraft. The two certifications are key milestones that pave the way for launching service
AerData, a provider of software and services for the aviation industry announced that SMBC Aviation Capital (SMBC AC), has licensed STREAM aircraft records software and GEARS asset review system. STREAM (Secure Technical Records for Electronic Asset Management), a web-based solution used by some of the world’s largest airlines, lessors and MROs to manage aircraft and
American Airlines and JetBlue Airways plan to terminate their interline traffic agreement and reciprocal frequent flyer program accrual agreement, which includes select routes from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Beginning March 10th, each airline will no longer accept new interline sales for travel on the other
MC Aviation Partners (MCAP), the commercial aircraft lessor, has chosen AerData’s CMS and STREAM software. CMS (Corporate Management System) is the leading lease and asset management solution used by the majority of the world’s aircraft, helicopter and engine leasing organizations. STREAM (Secure Technical Records for Electronic Asset Management) is the industry’s foremost web-based solution used
SriLankan Airlines will join the oneworld alliance on May 1st. The national airline of Sri Lanka will offer the alliance’s complete range of services and benefits, including the ability to earn and redeem Plus points across SriLankan’s network of 32 destinations in 20 countries across Asia, Europe and the Middle East.
International express provider DHL, is adding five Boeing 737-400 aircraft to expand its service routes within the Americas as part of a multi-year service agreement with US cargo carrier Southern Air. The aircraft will provide delivery to routes in a fuel-efficient manner, in keeping with DHL’s Go Green commitment to environmental protection. The five aircraft
Malaysia Airlines signed a strategic partnership with Chennai based Ramco Systems, an IT solutions provider, for a suite of critical enterprise-wide engineering solutions that includes aircraft maintenance, maintenance service sales, operational, human resources and financial functions. This advanced solution which integrates business processes and people, company-wide, will serve the entire engineering functions for Malaysia Airlines
Boeing and Hainan Airlines announced a five-year pilot training agreement to support Hainan’s recent introduction of the 787 Dreamliner to its fleet. Under the agreement, Boeing Flight Services, a unit of Boeing Commercial Aviation Services, will extend the airline’s existing contract for flight training at Boeing’s Singapore and Shanghai training campuses on three Boeing models
SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has welcomed Garuda Indonesia as its 20th member and second airline from Southeast Asia. Garuda’s membership adds Jakarta as an alternative gateway to and from South East Asia, as well as 40 new destinations to SkyTeam’s global network served uniquely by the alliance. Garuda flies to 64 destinations in 12
