P&WC appoints Covington Aircraft Designated Overhaul Facility

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) has awarded Distributor and Designated Overhaul Facility (DDOF) authorization to Covington Aircraft Engines Inc. for the repair and overhaul of the P&WC PT6A engine series. Covington, based in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, was formerly a P&WC Agricultural Service Centre for PT6A engines used in agricultural applications. As a DDOF, it will now […]

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Mike Kenealy joins STS Aviation Group as Director of Business Development

STS Aviation Group today announced the addition of Mike Kenealy to the STS team as Director of Business Development. He will be responsible for developing new business opportunities in the Regional Airline Market for all divisions of the STS Aviation Group. Prior to STS, Mr. Kenealy worked for Fokker Services Aerotron, FFV- Saab and AAR.

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Viking Group extends power-by-the hour support with AJW Aviation

The Viking Group has again selected A J Walter Aviation, the leading independent complete aircraft spares support specialist, to provide power-by-the-hour support for its new fleet of A320-200 aircraft operated by Viking Hellas Airlines. The contract is initially for two aircraft to be based out of Athens, Greece. AJW has been working with Viking since

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Virgin Blue expands CFM56-7B-powered 737 fleet with new order for 50 airplanes

Australian domestic carrier Virgin Blue has placed a firm order for 50 CFM56-7B-powered Boeing 737 airplanes as part of a new fleet agreement comprising 50 Next-Generation aircraft, with a further 25 option aircraft, as well as securing 30 additional future purchase rights. The firm engine order is valued at approximately $700 million at list price.

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Embraer announces changes in management structure

Embraer implements important changes in its senior management structure, in order to enhance its ability to assure full customer satisfaction and expand its business dynamics, while reinforcing the strength and productivity of its internal operations. Mauro Kern takes over the newly created position of Executive Vice President, New Programs, Airline Market, and is succeeded by

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