Laser strikes on aircraft reached an unprecedented peak in 2023, with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recording a staggering 13,304 incidents, marking a 41% surge from the previous year. The surge poses a severe safety threat as high-powered lasers have the potential to incapacitate pilots, endangering the lives of those on board and on the
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for global air freight markets showing that air cargo demand rebounded in 2023 with a particularly strong fourth-quarter performance despite economic uncertainties. Full-year demand reached a level just slightly below 2022 and 2019. Global full-year demand in 2023, measured in cargo tonne kilometres (CTKs), was down
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has achieved the International Air Transport Association‘s (IATA) Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators Lithium Batteries (CEIV Li-batt) certification. The carrier is the third Middle Eastern airline to attain this certification and has become only the fifth airline globally to achieve CEIV Pharma, Fresh, Live
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ansett Aviation Training (AAT), the Australia headquartered global operator of pilot simulator training centres. This MoU will promote the United Arab Emirates as a leading global aviation service provider and strengthen ties between DAE and AAT by supporting each other’s customer bases and
AMETEK MRO AEM, a leading provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, has secured a three-year agreement to provide total refurbishment services for easyJet’s first aid kits (FAKs) and supplementary medical kits (SMKs) for its fleet of A320-family aircraft. The company’s specialist Aeromedic division will bring its experience and knowledge of the CAA/EASA regulatory
LCI, a leading aviation company, has launched a new independent division dedicated to high-quality advisory, consultancy and research services. LCI Analytics will initially cover mission-critical rotorcraft and advanced air mobility operations across sectors including energy, emergency medical services (EMSs), and search and rescue (SAR). It will publish regular, in-depth research and forecasts and leverage its
Coulson Aviation, a leading global player in aerial firefighting, has secured approval as a Transport Canada-approved Training Organisation (ATO), marking a significant achievement as the inaugural aviation company authorised to deliver training in aircraft structures among the 20 ATOs in Canada. Through Coulson’s ATO, students can pursue their Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Structures (AME-S) licence
The European Commission, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have signed a collaboration arrangement at the Space Conference, to join forces to strengthen the European space sector. This will include small and medium businesses (SMEs) and start-ups and enhance Europe’s position in space. The collaboration between the three institutions aims
Southwest Airlines (Southwest) has announced the resounding approval of a new collective bargaining agreement by its pilots, represented by the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA). Adam Carlisle, Vice President Labour Relations at Southwest Airlines, stated, “Our Pilots are world-class aviators who uphold Southwest’s commitments to safety, hospitality and connecting people to what’s important in their
Embraer and Senai CIMATEC (Integrated Manufacturing and Technology Centre) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a cooperative relationship for developing joint research in the industrial area. The MoU was signed during the ceremony for the creation of the Bahia Aerospace Technology Park, an agreement between the Government of the State of Bahia,
