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New logistics centre enables Lufthansa Technik AERO Alzey to expand further

Lufthansa Technik AERO Alzey relies on the expertise of Timbra and Goldbeck for its growth. The construction and service company Goldbeck, in cooperation with real estate project developer, the Timbra Group, is realizing a new forward-looking expansion of warehouse and logistics capacities for the aircraft engine maintenance specialist in Alzey, Rhineland-Palatinate. In the presence of […]

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The WestJet Group and AMFA reach tentative agreement, preventing work stoppage

The WestJet Group and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), the certified union representing WestJet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, have announced they have reached a tentative accord on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organisations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership.Both parties now await the ratification vote to

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ATR announces sale of ten ATR 72-600s to Avation

ATR announced the signature of a firm order for 10 ATR 72-600s with Avation PLC. Deliveries are scheduled between 2025 and 2028, showcasing Avation’s long-term vision and confidence in the relevance of ATR’s products to serve the regional aviation market. The agreement is further complemented by 24 purchase rights, extending until 2034. This order represents another significant development in the

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Textron Aviation expands with new global parts distribution facility

Textron Aviation has announced the grand opening of its largest parts distribution facility at its headquarters in Wichita, Kansas. With the incorporation of an additional 180,000 square feet of space, this cutting-edge facility is now more adept at catering to the company’s global customer base, offering enhanced parts storage capabilities and expedited shipping services. With

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LHT lays foundation for the P-8A qualification of German Navy’s technical personnel

Roughly a year before the planned entry into service of the new maritime patrol aircraft, Lufthansa Technik recently began qualifying the first German Navy technicians for the support of the P-8A Poseidon. As part of their training courses at the subsidiary Lufthansa Technical Training (LTT), several subgroups have now already completed their practical training for

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Embraer delivers 1800th E-Jet

Embraer has achieved a new delivery milestone on the world’s favoured small, narrow-body aircraft programme: the handover of the 1800th E-Jet production aircraft. The latest E190-E2, owned by Azorra, was delivered to Royal Jordanian Airlines today at Embraer’s facility in São José dos Campos, Brazil. E-Jets have achieved worldwide success in the fleets of 90

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Astronics Corporation reports first-quarter loss

Astronics Corporation has reported financial results for the three months ended March 30, 2024. Consolidated sales were up $28.5 million, or 18.2%. Aerospace sales increased US$28.0 million, or 20.7%, driven by increased demand in its Electrical Power & Motion product line. Test Systems sales increased US$0.5 million. Consolidated operating income was US$1.7 million, compared with

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CDB Aviation has acquired one A330-900, two A321neos, and one A320ceo from Avolon © Airbus

CDB Aviation acquires four aircraft from Avolon

CDB Aviation, an entirely owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (CDB Leasing), has finalised the acquisition of four Airbus aircraft from Avolon. The acquired assets include one A330-900, two A321neo and one A320ceo aircraft, featuring both fixed and floating rate leases with CDB Aviation’s current and new airline clientele. “We

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Aero Capital Solutions appoints Julien Basset as SVP Sales for Asia-Pacific region

Aero Capital Solutions (ACS), a prominent figure in aircraft leasing and trading worldwide, has announced the appointment of Julien Basset as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Sales for the Asia-Pacific region. Based at the company’s Singapore office, Basset brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in mid-life aircraft and engine leasing. Prior to

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