GE Aviation’s largest turboshaft engine — the GE38 — has completed a 300-hour cyclic durability test on the road toward qualification for the U.S. Marine Corps’ future CH-53K heavy-lift helicopter. “The prototype GE38 engine completed one of the toughest engine tests we have ever run at GE, spending the longest time at maximum redline temperatures
Norwegian has signed an agreement to acquire two new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Both aircraft will be delivered in the first quarter of 2016. The 787-9 is larger than the 787-8 that Norwegian currently operates on its long-haul routes. Norwegian continues to expand its international operations by signing an agreement with MG Aviation to lease two
Configured for passenger transport, the Dornier 228 fleet will be deployed to connect remote villages with regional hubs across Venezuela, substantially improving accessibility throughout the country. The ten aircraft comprise 8 new units of the Dornier 228 New Generation and 2 pre-owned units of the Dornier 228-212. The Venezuelan government has become the first fleet
As part of on-going research and development into future technology options, Airbus has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EGTS International, a joint venture company between Safran and Honeywell Aerospace, to further develop and evaluate an autonomous electric pushback and taxiing solution for the A320 Family. The agreement marks the selection of EGTS International’s
AirAsia X, the long haul affiliate of the AirAsia Group, has placed a firm order with Airbus for 25 more A330-300s. The contract is the largest A330 order received by Airbus in a single purchase agreement and increases the carrier’s total firm orders for the type to 51. These will be supplemented by another six
AgustaWestland opened a new office in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The office will strengthen AgustaWestland’s position in the Far East by better serving existing Customers and promoting future business with military, government and commercial Customers. In the Republic of Korea AgustaWestland has experienced an expansion of its market presence with approximately 50 helicopters of various
Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic) has upgraded its broadband satellite network for its airline customers ahead of a rising increase in demand for its services in 2014. The network upgrade allows Panasonic to increase capacity in almost every geographic area for its Global Communications Services, which deliver on-board connectivity for passengers and crew. The 50% uplift
Ducommun Incorporated reported that its board of directors has unanimously elected Joel H. Benkie, currently executive vice president and chief operating officer, to the position of president, effective January 1, 2014. Mr. Benkie will retain the role of chief operating officer. As president, he will succeed Anthony J. Reardon, who will continue as chairman and
Atlasjet signed Landing Gear Maintenance Services agreement with Turkish Technic for two landing gear sets of A321 aircraft. Landing gear removal & installation, landing gear overhaul activities will be carried out at Turkish Technic’s Istanbul facilities. Turkish Technic will also support Atlasjet with its spare units during shop visits. Turkish Technic has been providing MRO
HEICO Corporation reported that net income increased 25% to $29.8m for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, up from $23.8m for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. For the fiscal year ended October 31, 2013, net income increased 20% to $102.4m up from $85.1m for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2012. Net sales increased
