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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT

February 5th, 2024
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MoU signing between Embraer Services & Support and Saudia Technic © Embraer

Saudia Technic and Embraer Services & Support forge partnership

Saudia Technic and Embraer Services & Support officially sealed their collaboration with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh. The agreement, unveiled on February 4, signifies a joint effort to elevate maintenance and training capabilities, with a primary focus on the E2 jets family and executive aviation within the commercial aviation sector. CEO of …
Southwest's new RECARO BL3710 economy-class seats © Tangerine

RECARO to equip Southwest's new aircraft with BL3710 seats

RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) was selected by Southwest Airlines (Southwest®) to equip new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft deliveries with BL3710 economy-class seats. The Dallas-based airline will begin taking deliveries in 2025. The BL3710 will feature a multi-adjustable headrest cushion, an ergonomically enhanced seat bottom, a backrest with lumbar support and a new armrest design that maximises seat width. Southwest …
ACG has delivered an Airbus A321neo aircraft to Spirit Airlines © AirTeamImages

Aviation Capital Group delivers Airbus A321neo to Spirit Airlines

As a premier full-service aircraft asset manager, Aviation Capital Group's (ACG) latest delivery of the Airbus A321neo, equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, strengthens its collaboration with Spirit Airlines. This marks the fourth aircraft from ACG's Airbus order book, showcasing the company's commitment to enhancing airline fleets with cutting-edge technology. Specialising in commercial aircraft leasing and aviation finance, ACG …

BAE Systems boosts heavy-lift drone capabilities with acquisition of Malloy Aeronautics

BAE Systems' recent acquisition of Malloy Aeronautics, a renowned British technology business specialising in heavy lift drones and aeronautical technologies, marks a significant step toward enhancing its capabilities in the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) domain. Malloy Aeronautics is recognised for its design and supply of innovative, all-electric UAS to both civil and military customers. With a workforce of approximately 80 …
Peter Gerber takes helm at Condor

Peter Gerber takes helm at Condor

Peter Gerber took over as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Condor on February 1. With immediate effect, the experienced aviation manager will lead the fortunes of Germany's second-largest airline together with Christian Schmitt, COO and Accountable Manager, and Björn Walther, CFO. From March 4, Heiko Holm will complete the management team as CTO. Gerber succeeds Ralf Teckentrup, who stepped down …
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Southwest Airlines embarks on transformative makeover: upgraded cabins, trendy seats and modern uniforms

Southwest Airlines (Southwest) is onboarding a new look and feel with plans for redesigned aircraft cabin conveniences and interiors that are distinctly Southwest and will feature new aircraft seats from RECARO. Alongside these efforts, Southwest has announced an Employee uniform refresh that will bring a modern look to more than 53,000 Southwest employees.  Southwest Airlines partnered with Tangerine, a leading design …

ZeroAvia and flyv partner to propel low-cost flight operations with hydrogen-electric engines

Heart Aerospace raises US$107 million in Series B funding

Eoin Connaughton joins the Aquila Air Capital team

ANA HD posts nine-month financial results

Turkish Technic reaches milestone in its first A330P2F conversion

Amadeus to acquire Vision-Box for €320 million

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