IATA lauches first industry-developed passenger CO2 calculation methodology

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the IATA Recommended Practice Per-Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology. IATA’s Methodology, using verified airline operational data, provides the most accurate calculation methodology for the industry to quantify CO2 emissions per passenger for a specific flight. As travelers, corporate travel managers and travel agents are increasingly demanding precise flight […]

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VINCI Airports sells stake in Stockholm Skavsta Airport management company to Arlandastad Group

Private airport operator VINCI Airports and Arlandastad Group AB, a Swedish real estate group, have signed a purchase agreement for the 90.1% stake in Stockholm Skavsta Flygplats AB held by VINCI Airports, owner of Skavsta Airport (Stockholm’s secondary airport). The agreement is expected to be completed by April 2022 after fulfilment of the conditions precedent.

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DC Aviation completes ten-year check on Global 5000

DC Aviation’s maintenance centre at Stuttgart Airport has successfully completed a ten-year check on a Global 5000 aircraft, including an avionics and internet upgrade as well as cabin refurbishment. The extensive maintenance work included a general overhaul of the nose and main landing gear, including installation and removal. The airframe and flap fairings were partially

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China Eastern Airlines grounds all 109 Boeing 737-800s after fatal crash in mountains

A China Eastern Airlines Boeing 737-800, flight MU5735, with 123 passengers and nine crew onboard has crashed in a mountainous region of southern China. Early reports suggest that there are no survivors, while Chinese state television reported, citing China Eastern Airlines, that there were no foreigners on the flight. As a consequence, China Eastern Airlines

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Leonardo to sell Global SATCOM business for US$450 million

Leonardo’s US subsidiary Leonardo DRS has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Global Enterprise Solutions business (GES) to SES for US$450 million, gross of taxes, subject to customary working capital adjustments. Closing of the deal is targeted for the second half of 2022 and is subject to customary regulatory approvals, including Hart-Scott-Rodino and the

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Flying classroom takes to the sky with support from Starling Aerospace

A project to facilitate the training of the next generation of aerospace engineers in the UK’s only ‘flying classroom’ is fully operational thanks to the technical expertise of aircraft interior specialist, Starling Aerospace. Working in partnership with Cranfield University’s National Flying Laboratory Centre (NFLC), Starling has completed a six-month programme of modification and re-certification of

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WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group announce partnership expansion

WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group have agreed on a long-term partnership that will support the expansion and growth of domestic cargo opportunities for both businesses. Beginning in 2022, WestJet Cargo will partner with the GTA Group to increase shipping capacity using four dedicated Boeing 737-800NG freighters operated by WestJet, to fulfil overnight express cargo

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Lockheed Martin partners with Israel Aerospace Industries on Global Air Defence projects

Lockheed Martin and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have agreed to partner to jointly promote a Ground-based Air Defence (GBAD) system centred around the Lockheed Martin United Kingdom SkyKeeper and the BARAK MX system. As part of the partnership, Lockheed Martin and IAI will promote their technological and manufacturing expertise in air defence solutions that protect

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