Qantas released that it would resume A380 services between Australia and Los Angeles, commencing with QF93 from Melbourne to Los Angeles on 16 January. The move follows the grounding of the A380 fleet and continued suspension of A380 flights on the Los Angeles-Australia routes that regularly require the use of maximum engine thrust. In line
Saudi Arabian Airlines, the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement to join SkyTeam in 2012. The airline will be SkyTeam’s first member from the Middle East, adding 35 new destinations to the alliance network. Saudi Arabian Airlines complements the SkyTeam network by offering customers access to destinations across the Middle East not currently
Japan Airlines and American Airlines today announced they have decided to commence their joint business from April 1, 2011, based on the expected start of revenue-sharing on applicable trans-Pacific flights. The airlines, after receiving regulatory approvals from the Japanese Government and the U.S. Department of Transportation, are using a phased approach to bring more travel
Southwest Airlines’ Pilots began Required Navigation Performance (RNP) efficient flight procedures at 11 airports nationwide. This major milestone to reduce environmental impact with a more efficient operation and to assist the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on NextGen initiatives is the culmination of a four-year project with partners Boeing, GE, and Honeywell. RNP is satellite-based navigation
Eurocopter South East Asia (ESEA) unveiled its new 8,200-square meter Singapore facility, which is a key element for the growth strategy of this Eurocopter regional affiliate in the dynamic South East Asia helicopter marketplace. Located in Singapore
Atlanta, GA – based Precision Aviation Group (PAG), exclusive provider of ISMRO (Inventory Supported Maintenance Repair & Overhaul), announced the acquisition of Dallas-based Avcenter, an FAA Repair Station specializing in Wheels, Brakes, and Accessories for the Aerospace industry. The Avcenter purchase allows PAG to expand the MRO services it provides to customers operating Fixed and
UPS released that Robert L.
IASG has received confirmation from the UK CAA that it has been granted an extension of its EASA Part M Sub-Part G and Sub-Part I privileges to include the following: Boeing 737-300 / -400 / -500, Boeing 737-600 / -700 / -800 / -900 and A320-100 / -200.
A J Walter Aviation is expanding its commercial jet engine management business. AJW is combining its service and commercial expertise in component leasing and contracted support with a new in-house resource providing technical excellence in the engine sector. The AJW engine portfolio will offer integrated management solutions comprising engineering services, aircraft engines for lease and
Astronics Corporation has been selected by Iberia Airlines, the Spanish flag carrier, to supply its EMPOWER in-seat power systems for the airline
