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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT

July 19th, 2023

Dale Vince launches electric airline Ecojet

In a ground-breaking move towards sustainable aviation, Dale Vince, the founder of Ecotricity, has announced the launch of Ecojet, the world's first electric airline, powered entirely by renewable energy. This revolutionary initiative is set to transform the aviation industry by making emission-free air travel a reality for the first time. Ecojet's fleet will consist of retrofitted conventional planes equipped with …
Outer shell of aircraft fuselage

MFFD - thermoplastics instead of aluminium in aircraft construction

Aluminium has been the go-to material for aircraft construction for many years, with continuous improvements in production. However, with the focus on sustainability and climate-friendly aviation, new solutions are needed. To showcase the revolutionary possibilities in materials and production, the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) has collaborated with Premium AEROTEC, Airbus, and Aernnova to develop a fuselage component entirely made of …
Airbus Helicopters H175 has been granted CAAC certification

CAAC grants certification to Airbus Helicopters H175

Airbus Helicopters has achieved certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for its H175 helicopter, marking a significant milestone in the partnership between Airbus Helicopters and the Chinese helicopter industry. With this certification in place, the company is now authorised to commence H175 deliveries in China, a highly demanding market for civil helicopters and one with a growing …
Aero Star Aviation has added the Embraer Praetor 500 and 600 to its capabilities and product services

Aero Star Aviation adds Embraer Praetor 500 and 600 product line to capabilities

Aero Star Aviation has added the Embraer Praetor 500 and 600 to its capabilities and product services. Aero Star is already well established in the industry for its specialised services on Embraer 100 and 300 aircraft. The added services for the Praetor line will provide customers with a one-stop shop for their additional Embraer needs. Aero Star prides itself on …
Andrew Schmidt has been appointed SVP of AAR Digital Services and Trax

AAR appoints new SVP of AAR Digital Services and Trax

AAR Corp. has appointed Andrew Schmidt as the Senior Vice President (SVP) of AAR Digital Services and Trax. In this role, Schmidt will collaborate closely with the Trax founders and leadership team to drive the expansion of the Trax business. His key responsibilities will involve growing the customer base, improving customer support, and introducing new digital innovations to enhance product …
Members of the Etihad Engineering team that carried out the A380 heavy maintenance check

Etihad Engineering delivers Etihad Airways' A380 after heavy maintenance check

Etihad Engineering, one of the world's leading aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) solutions providers, has completed a six-year heavy maintenance check on the first in a series of Airbus A380 aircraft for its return-to-service after a period of secure ground storage. Preparing the A380 for its return-to-service at its state-of-the-art aviation MRO facility in Abu Dhabi, Etihad Engineering carried …

IHI transitions to paperless maintenance with Rusada

Japanese aircraft engine manufacturer and maintenance provider IHI, has completed its deployment of Rusada’s ENVISION software, transitioning to paperless MRO in the process. IHI’s Life Cycle Solution Division, Aero Engine, Space & Defence Business Area, headquartered in Tokyo, focuses on the maintenance of V2500, GEnx, CF34, and PW1100G-JM engine components. Previously its maintenance teams used an array of spreadsheets and …

Willis Lease Finance to develop and produce power-to-liquid SAF

IATA and Atkins develop first carbon capture tool for airports

IAG Cargo partners with Kuehne+Nagel to advance sustainable aviation fuel

AAR and United Airlines extend MRO relationship

Second Gulfstream G800 completes first flight

US-Bangla Airlines and ATR sign global maintenance agreement

Rex signs leases for additional two Boeing 737-800NGs

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