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Fraunhofer and RWTH Aachen launch R&D center for turbomachinery manufacturing

On October 28, 2015, the Fraunhofer Institutes for Production Technology IPT and Laser Technology ILT, and RWTH Aachen University’s Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) and Chair for Laser Technology (LLT) launched the International Center for Turbomachinery Manufacturing (ICTM) in Aachen together with 19 renowned industrial partners. The center’s activities will focus on […]

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Satcom Direct expands service portfolio, evolves its brand

To better represent its expanded offerings beyond satellite communications solutions, Satcom Direct has changed its brand identity to SD. The move stems from the company’s ongoing technology advancements and strategic partnerships, which have broadened its capabilities as a global connectivity provider. In addition to SATCOM, SD offers secured network capabilities, air-to-ground solutions, and value-added services

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SmartSky Networks forms relationship with AeroAntenna Technology

SmartSky Networks announced today that AeroAntenna Technology is developing, supplying and supporting antennas for use in the SmartSky 4G LTE-based air-to-ground network being rolled out in the continental United States next year. AeroAntenna is a design and manufacturing company. Specializing in the latest antenna and RF technology, the company has a comprehensive line of products

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Constant Aviation awarded eight aircraft WiFi installation

Constant Aviation announced that they were awarded an eight aircraft WiFi installation project by Georgia Jet. “Constant Aviation will be installing the Gogo Biz 2000 system on eight aircraft operated by Georgia Jet. The installation on the six Beechjet 400A/XP’s and two Hawker 800XP’s will begin in January 2106. We are among the top five

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Gogo launches expanded cockpit and datalink services

Gogo reported the availability of an expanded suite of cockpit and datalink services for its business aviation customers from Honeywell’s Global Data Center (GDC). The additional services include Inmarsat Classic Aero (voice and data services) along with a variety of flight planning, datalink, graphical cockpit and weather information, flight following and concierge services. Gogo offers

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Gogo receives STC for next generation satellite internet service on board Boeing 737-800 aircraft

Gogo, a global provider of broadband connectivity solutions and wireless entertainment to the aviation industry, has received an STC from the FAA, which is required to launch its 2Ku next generation satellite connectivity service on board Aeromexico’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The certification allows Gogo and Aeromexico to offer service and begin testing the technology. It

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Despite strong opposition, Portuguese government approves TAP sale

The deal agreed back in June to sell a 61% stake in the country’s airline, TAP, to the American-Brazilian aviation tycoon David Neeleman and Portuguese bus company owner Humberto Pedrosa has been approved by the outgoing caretaker government, despite strong objections from the Socialist party. On Wednesday, just one day after the ousting of the

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Aeromexico inaugurates new Boeing 787 simulator

Aeromexico in partnership with Lockheed Martin Commercial Flight Training (LMCFT), presented its new Boeing 787 flight simulator on November 12th at the Aeromexico Training facility. This device will allow Aeromexico’s pilots to train under highly realistic operating conditions. With the arrival of the new simulator, Aeromexico can optimize scheduling and control of the pilot training

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