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Embraer Executive Jets reported that the Phenom 300 has received certification from EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) for steep-approach operation, which enables increased descent angles of up to 5.5 degrees. “This certification enhances the Phenom 300’s operational flexibility,” said Marco Túlio Pellegrini, President and CEO, Embraer Executive Jets. “Our European customers will be particularly pleased

GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) announced delivery of a leased Boeing 767-300ERF freighter aircraft to All Nippon Airways (ANA Cargo). ANA Cargo will use the wide-body freighter to expand its cargo operations. ANA Cargo’s fleet of seven Boeing 767-300ERF and three Boeing 767-300F freighters operate on 18 international and six domestic routes.

The CF34 engine captured more than 470 orders last year as airlines revitalized their regional jet fleets. The rising order book is also boosting production rates for the engine. CF34 production rates will grow from more than 330 engines in 2013 to close to 400 engines in 2014 and more than 475 engines by 2016.

Rolls-Royce dispatched the first production Trent XWB that will power the Airbus A350 XWB’s entry into commercial service with Qatar Airways later this year. The Trent XWB, the most efficient aero engine and specifically designed for the A350 XWB, is the fastest-selling civil large engine ever, with more than 1,600 already sold to 40 customers.

Eastern Air Lines Group has signed an initial order and placed deposits with Boeing for 10 firm Next Generation 737-800 aircraft and purchase rights for 10 Boeing MAX 8 aircraft. Eastern Air Lines Group was formed to re-launch Eastern Air Lines, which formerly operated from 1930 to 1991, as a passenger airline using the Boeing