GKN Aerospace has successfully concluded a composite manufacturing and assembly research programme using of out of autoclave (OOA) processes and materials and PI shaped woven preforms. These technologies are among those with the potential to transform the future manufacture and assembly of large composite aero-structures – and produce the performance gains the industry seeks in […]
Bombardier Aerospace has signed a comprehensive, five-year agreement with Japan Air Commuter to renew its Smart Parts program coverage for the Japanese regional carrier’s 11 Q400 turboprops. The program renewal is customized to the airline’s specific operational and performance needs and will continue to provide Japan Air Commuter with competitive and predictable repair costs for
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Precision Conversions has received FAA certification (Supplemental Type Certificate #ST02278SE) for its 757-200PCC Combi variant. The Combi configuration includes 10 full cargo positions and seating for 54 passengers along with full galley and lavatory facilities. This is also the first certified 757-200 Combi in the world to include winglets. The 1994, Pratt & Whitney powered
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Wesco Aircraft, a leading provider of comprehensive supply chain management services to the global aerospace industry, has been awarded a contract with Airbus to supply aerospace fasteners and hardware components to numerous Airbus facilities. The award solidifies the Company’s place as a strategic distributor of C class parts to Airbus.
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West Star Aviation reported plans to invest roughly $15m this year on facilities in Grand Junction, CO (GJT), East Alton, IL (ALN), and Columbia, SC (CAE). In Grand Junction, CO, a new 150’ x 300’ state-of-the-art downdraft paint facility will be added, opening in summer 2014. This further enhances West Star Grand Junction’s stature as
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EirTrade Aviation Ireland, has completed the teardown of a 737-500 aircraft, for an undisclosed party, in their hangar at Ireland West Airport, Knock, Co. Mayo. This is the first aircraft of its type to be dismantled by EirTrade and in Ireland. EirTrade Aviation Ireland, was founded by a team of aviation professionals in 2010 and
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In a ceremony at Embraer Executive Jets’ Melbourne Campus, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) presented Embraer a Production Certificate to assemble Phenom 300s in the United States. Previously, Phenom 300 jets assembled in Melbourne have been certified under the FAA type certificate granted to those produced in Brazil.
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Petra Airlines, a privately-owned Jordanian airline, set up by the RUM group and which began operations in 2010, has signed a contract with AFI KLM E&M covering component support for its two A320s, including a third aircraft by the end of this year. The agreement includes flat-rate repair services and flight-hour pool access.
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Turbomeca reported the qualification of Sky Tech LLP, as Certified Maintenance Center (Level 1&2) in Kazakhstan for Turbomeca Arriel 2B/2B1/2D and Arriel 1E2 engines, respectively powering EC130, AS350 and EC145 helicopters. The company’s facilities are located at Airport Boraldai – Almaty Region. With a current fleet of 52 Turbomeca engines in service and further 100
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AJW Aviation has been chosen by Air Arabia Egypt to provide power-by-the-hour support and leased inventory for two of its A320 aircraft. Air Arabia Egypt is a joint venture between Air Arabia; – the first and largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa – and the travel and tourism company Travco Group.
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