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Mxi Technologies, a leader in aviation maintenance management software, released that AIROD Sdn Bhd (AIROD), one of Malaysia’s premier MRO companies, has gone live with the Maintenix software. With plans for increased capacity and aggressive expansion into the commercial MRO market, AIROD is now well positioned to achieve its organizational and business objectives. To support both the

Constant Aviation announced the completion of the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Aircell’s Cabin Wireless Access Point (CWAP), which provides in-cabin Wi-Fi service for Gogo Biz Inflight Internet, in an EMB135LR aircraft. To date, Constant Aviation has completed the Gogo Biz Inflight Internet STC on the Gulfstream IV, the Embraer 600 and the EMB135 Corporate

Component Control has been approved as the exclusive preferred provider of MRO and logistics software solutions by the Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA). ARSA members must comply with many complex procedures to achieve the FAA certification required to operate their repair facilities. The use of Component Control’s Quantum MRO and Logistics software promotes comprehensive and

Indra, the premier IT company in Spain and a leading IT multinational in Europe, will startup an International Aeronautics Training Centre nearby El Prat airport in Barcelona. The new centre will be equipped with state-of-the-art simulators. The advanced technological features of these systems will be prepared to train the world’s premier airlines and will complement

TAP Maintenance & Engineering (TAP M&E) have introduced state of the art technology into daily Engine Overhaul operations. This is believed to be the first such fully integrated operational application of RFID to aircraft engine components within an MRO. An innovative mobile solution harnessing RFID technology is being used to help trace engine components undergoing

Gama Aviation, the global business aviation and services company, released that effective January 23rd 2012, it took responsibility for all business aircraft handling at Sharjah International Airport, with the creation of a brand new FBO (Fixed Base Operation). The news ratifies a committed and ongoing relationship with Sharjah Department of Civil Aviation with the aim

Zodiac Aerospace has completed the acquisition of Contour Aerospace from PAIG Investments Limited, an investment vehicle controlled by the RBS Special Opportunities Fund. With facilities in Cwmbran and Camberley in the UK, Contour Aerospace employs around 1,300 people and reported revenue of approximately £130m in 2010. This acquisition will enable Zodiac Aerospace to strengthen its

Airbus has increased the average list prices of its aircraft by 3.9%, except for the A320neo Family price which rises by an average of 6.1%. The new pricing is effective from January 1st 2012.  “Our new pricing reflects the strong demand for our modern, eco-efficient aircraft families,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.“With

As part of the already planned cost reductions in the new strategic platform 4Excellence, SAS will reduce the number of full-time positions in the administration by 300. One of the main targets in 4Excellence is a 3-5% unit cost reduction annually. That equals approximately SEK 2bn for 2012. SAS maintains its forecast of a marginally

Turkish Technic, based at Istanbul Ataturk International Airport in Turkey, has joined the worldwide Airbus Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) Network. The Airbus MRO Network is designed to provide customers with a worldwide choice of competitive, quality maintenance services from MRO providers with Airbus aircraft experience. Since its launch in March 2005, Airbus has worked with