TrustFlight app in E145 cockpit © TrustFlight

CommuteAir selects TrustFlight for digital transformation

TrustFlight, a technology innovator focused on safety and digitisation of the aviation industry, has released that Ohio-based CommuteAir, a modern regional airline and United Express partner supporting the global United Airlines network in the United States, Canada and Mexico, has selected TrustFlight’s Electronic Tech Log (ETL) and MEL Manager software to drive digital transformation, sustainability […]

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Southwest Airlines adopts ‘poison pill’ to thwart Elliott Investment Management

Financial

Southwest Airlines has adopted a ‘poison pill’ strategy to deter Elliott Investment Management from increasing its stake in the carrier, following the activist investor’s call for leadership changes after disappointing financial results, according to Reuters. The announcement comes days after Southwest CEO Bob Jordan stated he would not resign in response to pressure from Elliott,

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Avolon issues second-quarter 2024 update

Aircraft & Engines

Avolon, a global aviation finance company, has issued an update for the second quarter (Q2) of 2024. During the second quarter, Avolon delivered 15 new aircraft and transitioned ten aircraft to a total of 16 customers. The company sold six aircraft and entered into letters of intent for the sale of a further 17 aircraft.

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The new SBH contract will be managed by Safran Helicopter Engines Germany in Hamburg © Safran

Safran Helicopter Engines signs major SBH support contract for Arriel 2E engines

MRO & Production

Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a significant support-by-the-hour contract with Airbus Helicopters for the engines powering the German Bundeswehr’s new fleet of Airbus H145M helicopters. This Support-By-the-Hour (SBH®) contract covers in-service support and MRO for more than 124 Arriel 2E engines, from helicopter entry into service to 2030. This agreement adds to the existing SBH

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Cebu Pacific Air and Airbus have signed an MOU for up to 152 A321 aircraft © AirTeamImages

Cebu Pacific and Airbus sign historic MOU for up to 152 aircraft

Aircraft & Engines

Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has signed a binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Airbus for the purchase of up to 152 A321neo aircraft for US$24 billion (PHP 1.4 trillion) based on list prices, marking the largest aircraft order in Philippine aviation history. CEB has selected Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines to power

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Air India's 777 fleet will receive Lufthansa Technik's proven total component support (TCS) © Air India

Lufthansa Technik secures TCS contract for Air India’s Boeing 777 fleet

MRO & Production

Lufthansa Technik has taken over the total component support (TCS) for Air India’s entire Boeing 777 fleet. The multi-year agreement, signed on July 4, in Gurugram, India, encompasses services for a total of 27 aircraft. With this first contract, both companies are laying the foundations for long-term cooperation. Starting in July 2024, Air India will

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Turkish Airlines has ordered four 777 Freighters © Boeing

Turkish Airlines adds four 777 Freighters to cargo fleet

Aircraft & Engines

Turkish Airlines has ordered four 777 Freighters from Boeing, further strengthening the airline’s position in the global air cargo market. With this order, Turkish Airlines will operate a total of 12 777 Freighters. “This new investment in expanding our cargo fleet underscores our commitment to meeting the growing global demand for air freight services,” said

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IATA reports record May passenger demand

Traffic

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for global passenger demand in May 2024, highlighting significant growth. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs), increased by 10.7% compared to May 2023, while total capacity, measured in available seat kilometres (ASK), rose by 8.5% year-on-year. The load factor reached a record high for

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H160 helicopter, now flying in the U.S. with PHI Aviation

Airbus delivers first H160 Helicopter in the U.S. to PHI Aviation

Aircraft & Engines

Airbus has delivered the first H160 helicopter in the United States to PHI Aviation (PHI), marking the beginning of H160 operations in the country. This delivery is the first of four initial H160 helicopters that PHI will operate for offshore transportation in the Gulf of Mexico. Before commencing commercial operations, the helicopter will undergo a

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After four years of negotiations, pilots of PAL Aerospace have ratified a collective agreement

PAL Aerospace pilots ratify collective agreement after four years of negotiations

Other News

PAL Aerospace pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), have successfully ratified their first-ever collective agreement with PAL Aerospace management. Of the 84% of eligible PAL Aerospace pilots who cast ballots, 72% voted in favour of the agreement. The three-year contract introduces improved scheduling measures and working conditions, competitive compensation, stronger job-security

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CommuteAir selects TrustFlight for digital transformation

Southwest Airlines adopts ‘poison pill’ to thwart Elliott Investment Management

Avolon issues second-quarter 2024 update

Safran Helicopter Engines signs major SBH support contract for Arriel 2E engines

Cebu Pacific and Airbus sign historic MOU for up to 152 aircraft

Lufthansa Technik secures TCS contract for Air India’s Boeing 777 fleet

Turkish Airlines adds four 777 Freighters to cargo fleet

IATA reports record May passenger demand

Airbus delivers first H160 Helicopter in the U.S. to PHI Aviation

PAL Aerospace pilots ratify collective agreement after four years of negotiations

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