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January 24th, 2024
Image of Sécurité Civile H145 helicopter © Airbus Helicopters

French Ministry of Interior orders 42 H145 helicopters

The French Armament General Directorate (DGA) has ordered 42 new H145 helicopters at the end of 2023, on behalf of the Ministry of Interior, with deliveries set to start in 2024. Of these 42 helicopters, 36 are destined for the French rescue and emergency response agency, Sécurité Civile, while the French law enforcement agency, Gendarmerie Nationale, will get six. The contract includes …
easyJet's newly ordered Airbus aircraft will be powered by CFM LEAP 1A engines © Airbus

easyJet opts for CFM LEAP-1A engines to power 157 Airbus aircraft

European carrier easyJet has ordered CFM LEAP-1A engines to power a fleet of 157 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, including 56 A320neos and 101 A321neos, which will be delivered from 2029, along with spare engines and a multi-year services agreement. The aircraft order was announced in December 2023. This latest order strengthens a successful partnership of more than 25 years between CFM …
The hybrid-electric flight demonstrator developed by Pratt & Whitney Canada

P&WC unveils high voltage bidirectional mobile charging unit

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) has announced the development of an advanced mobile charging unit (MCU) capable of charging high-power batteries at up to 1500 volts, making it compatible with megawatt-charging-system standards the industry is advancing for high voltage power applications. The MCU was developed in collaboration with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) and the Innovative Vehicle Institute (IVI) as part of the RTX hybrid-electric flight …
RTX delivers 10% sales growth in fourth quarter 2023

RTX delivers 10% sales growth in fourth quarter 2023

RTX has reported fourth quarter sales of US$19.9 billion, up 10% over the prior year, which included a benefit of US$0.1 billion related to a customer settlement. On an adjusted basis, sales were US$19.8 billion, up 10% over the prior year. GAAP EPS from continuing operations of US$1.05 was up nine percent versus the prior year, and included $0.29 of …
© European Space Agency (ESA)

European institutions join forces to boost European space sector

The European Commission, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have signed a collaboration arrangement at the Space Conference, to join forces to strengthen the European space sector. This will include small and medium businesses (SMEs) and start-ups and enhance Europe's position in space. The collaboration between the three institutions aims to foster cooperation and coordination …
Steve Darbyshire, founder and Chief Executive of Airbourne Colours, at the construction site © Airbourne Colours

Airbourne Colours expands presence with new paint facility at Teesside Airport

Aircraft painting specialist Airbourne Colours, is powering into 2024 by unveiling a brand-new hangar at Teesside International Airport, marking a pivotal phase in the company's expansion across the UK. Teesside-born entrepreneur Steve Darbyshire, founder and Chief Executive of Airbourne Colours, is steering the company back to its roots by investing £6.5 million in establishing a base on Teesside, with plans …
Signing of the agreements in Hyderabad, India, between Airbus, Tata and MASPL

Airbus partners with TASL and MASPL to reinforce commitment to 'Make in India'

Airbus is reinforcing its commitment to 'Make in India' by partnering with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Mahindra Aerospace Structures Private Limited (MASPL) for the procurement of commercial aircraft components. Under this agreement, TASL and Mahindra Aerostructures will manufacture metallic detail parts, components, and assemblies for Airbus' A320neo, A330neo and A350 programmes. These two companies are already part of …

Pilatus takes over RUAG Aerostructures' business in Emmen

Avia Solutions Group to acquire Australian airline Skytrans

Vertical Aerospace founder injects US$50 million into company

Saab receives order to produce T-7A fuselage systems

Southwest Airlines pilots approve new collective bargaining agreement

Boeing grants approved supplier status to Newbow Aerospace

Willis Lease Finance issues notice of Continuing Event of Default to TAR Aerolíneas

ECS Group strengthens African presence with acquisition of EFIS MAROC

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