Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has terminated its bank loan facility guaranteed by the Swiss Confederation at the end of May 2022. With the pandemic situation now more stable and with the eased travel restrictions prompting positive trends in the company’s liquidity, SWISS is now able to meet its financing needs on the capital markets […]
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HAECO Cabin Solutions in cooperation with Diehl Aviation have announced three cabin upgrades designed to reduce weight, increase capacity and improve passenger comfort. The first product, the “Aft-Simplex,” is a simplified single-aisle aft-lavatory/galley complex. For many single-aisle operators it provides improved density by allowing the addition of up to six seats and lowers operating costs and/or
FL Technics, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services and a part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed David Kahl as COO of its wheels and brakes business in Hanover, Germany. Kahl has worked in the aviation industry for nearly eight years and has extensive knowledge and experience in the wheels
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Aircraft remarketing specialists Airstream International Group has announced the sale of a Bombardier DHC-8-311 aircraft, on behalf of Jetlite Air Limited, to Binder Capital Corporation. The aircraft, serial number 406, will be operated by Canadian operator Central Mountain Air, which is owned by Binder Capital Corporation. Airstream has been very active placing DHC-8 aircraft and
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Wizz air has announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus whereby the two will now explore the potential for the operation of highly efficient, ultra-low-cost hydrogen-powered aircraft. The intention is for Wizz Air to gain a more profound knowledge of how zero-emission hydrogen-powered aircraft would impact the company’s current business
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released April 2022 data for global air cargo markets showing a drop in demand and contraction in capacity. The effects of the Omicron COVID-19 variant in Asia and the Russia–Ukraine war continue to create a challenging operating backdrop that is driving the decline. Global demand, measured in cargo
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ST Engineering has released that its Commercial Aerospace business has signed a five-year agreement with Safran Aircraft Engines for ST Engineering to provide engine maintenance (shop visit) offload for the CFM56-5B and -7B engines. This multi-year agreement will allow ST Engineering and Safran Aircraft Engines to meet the forecast rise of engine MRO activities as
SITA has signed an exclusive agreement with UKi Media & Events to trace and repatriate lost items at this year’s Passenger Terminal Expo, the world’s biggest airport exhibition being held in Paris from June 15-17. Using SITA WorldTracer® Lost and Found Property, attendees will be able to use their mobile device to register any
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Engine Lease Finance Corporation has announced that it is rebranding as elfc with a completely new look, including its logo, corporate colours and website. The company logo and brand identity has undergone a significant transformation and while this is a major change, its core values and commitment to all its stakeholders remains absolutely the same.
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Astronics Corporation has signed an agreement with Southwest Airlines to provide its EMPOWER® Passenger In-Seat Power System for installation on 475 Boeing 737 MAX-7 and MAX-8 aircraft. This award is part of Southwest’s recently announced significant cabin upgrade initiative to enhance the customer experience. The system configuration selected by Southwest Airlines will provide 60W Type-C
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