ATR obtains EASA certification for new developments in the ATR -600 avionics suite

November 24, 2014

The propeller-bladed regional aircraft manufacturer ATR has obtained certification for the very latest innovations developed for the avionics of the ATR 42-600s and ATR 72-600s from the European Aviation Safety Agency. The new certification concerns the LPV (Localizer Performance with Vertical guidance), RNP-AR 0.3 (Required Navigation Performance with Authorization Required) and V-NAV (Vertical Navigation) approach

Ethiopian Airlines closes junior loan financing with ING

November 24, 2014

Ethiopian Airlines has secured a US$41.4m 7-year junior loan facility from ING Capital for the acquisition of two Boeing 777 freighter aircraft. The senior debt is supported by Ex-Im Bank and was provided by another financial institution with ING as their co-arranger. The junior lender benefits from a second priority interest in the security package

Two years on and Myanmar finally decide on public-private partner for Mandalay Airport expansion program

November 21, 2014

It has taken nearly two years to come to a decision, but one has finally been made regarding the future of Myanmar’s second largest airport, located at Mandalay. Back in early 2012 when landmark elections were won by Aung San Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy, it was identified early on that with the opening

Kuwait Airways intents to purchase 10 777-300ER

November 21, 2014

Boeing released that Kuwait Airways has announced its intent to purchase 10 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes worth US$3.3b at current list prices. The order will be posted on Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries website when finalized.

ST Engineering announces new key management positions

November 21, 2014

Singapore Technologies Engineering announced the appointment of senior management personnel to new key management positions in the Group with a view to further strengthen its leadership team. Mr Lee Fook Sun, currently President of Singapore Technologies Electronics (ST Electronics) and President, Defence Business of ST Engineering, will assume additional responsibilities as Deputy CEO of ST

France announces order for Airbus A330 MRTT air-to-air refuelling aircraft

November 21, 2014

Airbus Defence and Space has been selected by the French Ministry of Defence to supply 12 A330 MRTT new generation air-to-air refuelling aircraft for the French Air Force. The first delivery is foreseen for 2018, followed by the second in 2019, and then at a rate of one or two per year. The contract agreed

GE9X’s new TAPS combustor to maintain its cool under fire

November 21, 2014

Component testing of the TAPS III (twin-annular pre-mixing swirler) combustor for the GE9X engine for the Boeing 777X is demonstrating promising results. The GE9X TAPS III combustor is a unique third-generation combustion system that pre-mixes air and fuel prior to combustion for leaner burn and fewer emissions than conventional combustion systems. The TAPS combustion was

Air China and Air New Zealand agree strategic alliance

November 21, 2014

Air China and Air New Zealand have signed a Statement of Intent that will pave the way for a strategic alliance on services between China and New Zealand. The proposed alliance between the two national flag carriers and Star Alliance partners would see Air China operate a new direct Beijing – Auckland service in addition

Wesco Aircraft Holdings announces retirement of CFO

November 21, 2014

Wesco Aircraft Holdings announced that Gregory A. Hann, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has informed the company’s board of directors of his intention to retire, effective March 31st, 2015. To ensure an orderly transition, Mr. Hann will continue to serve as Wesco Aircraft’s chief financial officer until a replacement can be found, and

Wesco Aircraft Holdings reports results for fiscal 2014 fourth quarter

November 21, 2014

Wescos Aircraft’s net sales in the fiscal 2014 fourth quarter were US$408.2m an increase of 74% compared to US$234.3m in the prior year period. External sales in the North America segment increased 72%, while Rest of World external sales increased 83%, in each case, compared to the fiscal 2013 fourth quarter. The external sales increase

Top Stories

ATR obtains EASA certification for new developments in the ATR -600 avionics suite

Ethiopian Airlines closes junior loan financing with ING

Two years on and Myanmar finally decide on public-private partner for Mandalay Airport expansion program

Kuwait Airways intents to purchase 10 777-300ER

ST Engineering announces new key management positions

France announces order for Airbus A330 MRTT air-to-air refuelling aircraft

GE9X’s new TAPS combustor to maintain its cool under fire

Air China and Air New Zealand agree strategic alliance

Wesco Aircraft Holdings announces retirement of CFO

Wesco Aircraft Holdings reports results for fiscal 2014 fourth quarter

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