In June, the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) awarded Boeing a US$115 million contract to produce two more MH-47G Block II Chinook aircraft and begin advanced procurement for future helicopters. Including the new order, the Army has contracted a total of 46 MH-47G Block II aircraft. “Whether it’s operating in the dead of […]
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Boeing has appointed aerospace industry veteran Robert “Kelly” Ortberg as its new President and CEO, as the embattled planemaker strives to restore its reputation and stabilise its business. Ortberg previously led aerospace supplier Rockwell Collins before it was incorporated into aerospace and defence giant RTX. He is set to take up his new role on
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Boeing and Ryanair are elevating efficiency across Ryanair’s fleet of primarily 737s with the addition of Boeing’s Jeppesen FliteDeck Pro 5.0 electronic flight bag (EFB) solution. This strategic multi-year agreement, providing support for the carrier’s Next-Generation 737 and 737 MAX fleet, underscores Ryanair’s dedication to continuous improvement and innovation in airline operations. “We are excited
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Boeing and Korean Air have announced the airline’s intent to purchase up to 50 of Boeing’s highly fuel-efficient wide-body aircraft. This includes 20 777-9s and 20 787-10s, with options for an additional ten of the largest 787 Dreamliner variant. Korean Air’s selection of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 supports its planned growth and fleet renewal,
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Lufthansa Technik (LHT) is to become the first designated Boeing-licensed Service Centre (BLSC) for 787 Dreamliner cabin modifications, bringing additional choice and capacity to the market. As a BLSC, Lufthansa Technik is licensed to perform interior modifications on the 787 as an external MRO service provider. A joint announcement was made at the Farnborough International
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National Airlines has committed to its first order of four Boeing 777 Freighters, enhancing the airline’s commercial cargo service and increasing its market share across global operations. “We are elated by this remarkable order of four Boeing 777 Freighters. This demonstrates our commitment to offering efficient, resourceful, and modern air freight services to support our
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Boeing and Aviation Capital Group (ACG) have announced that the aircraft lessor has finalised an order for 35 737 MAX jets, comprising 16 737-8s and 19 of the larger 737-10 variant. Following an incremental 737 MAX order last year, this new purchase increases ACG’s 737 MAX commitment to 82 orders as ACG expands its portfolio
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Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge to resolve an investigation linked to two 737 MAX fatal crashes, a U.S. Justice Department official said, according to Reuters. The plea, which must be approved by a federal judge, would brand the plane manufacturer a convicted felon and require it to pay
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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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In support of ongoing U.S. Army modernisation efforts, Boeing has delivered the first CH-47F Block II Chinook. This aircraft is one of up to 465 in the Army’s fleet that will be modernised to the new Block II configuration. “The CH-47F Block II provides capability improvements allowing the U.S. Army to lift more, fly farther
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