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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT

April 29th, 2024
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Boeing takes over GKN Aerospace St. Louis

Boeing has closed a deal with GKN Aerospace St. Louis and its parent company, Melrose Industries, to continue the manufacturing of critical components that support the U.S. government and its allies. The agreement between Boeing and GKN immediately transitions the St. Louis site’s capabilities and operations in support of the F/A-18 and F-15 programmes to Boeing. Additionally, nearly the entire …
Embraer announced an investment of US$390 million during the visit of the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, to the company's headquarters in São José dos Campos © Embraer

Embraer plans US$390 million investment in Brazil

Embraer has unveiled its plan to invest approximately US$390 million and recruit 900 additional employees in the current year in Brazil. The announcement was made during the visit of the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, to the company's headquarters in São José dos Campos. The objective is to meet increased aircraft production and anticipated future growth by …
SAS is joining the SkyTeam alliance © SAS

SAS to join SkyTeam alliance

SkyTeam and SAS have officially signed an Alliance Adherence Agreement (AAA), serving as an important step toward SAS’ official entry into the global airline alliance. SkyTeam and SAS are committed to ensuring a seamless transition for all customers. From 1st September 2024, SAS will officially become a part of SkyTeam, enriching the alliance with the best access to Scandinavian key …
A Pratt & Whitney F100 engine © RTX

Pratt & Whitney awarded F100 engine maintenance contract for Saudi Arabia’s F-15s

Pratt & Whitney has been awarded an F100 engine contract for a material management programme by Saudi Arabia’s Middle East Propulsion Company (MEPC), the prime contractor of the Saudi Ministry of Defence for F100 engine sustainment services. The maintenance contract, valued at US$65.8 million, supplies spare parts and engine services in support of the Royal Saudi Air Force’s (RSAF) F-15 …
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Honeywell develops innovative sensor for Lilium Jet

Honeywell was selected by Lilium to supply propulsion unit position sensors for the company's Lilium Jet. Honeywell designed these sensors, known as “resolvers,” specifically for the needs of the Lilium Jet. The sensors will play a critical role in accurately sensing the engine’s position, ensuring that the jet can safely reach the exact position required for a successful take-off. Creating …
Abdelouahab El Fettouhi takes the Helm at Spairliners as Managing Director and CEO © Spairliners

Abdelouahab El Fettouhi takes the helm at Spairliners

Spairliners, a joint venture between Lufthansa Technik and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance, has announced the appointment of Abdelouahab El Fettouhi as its new Managing Director and CEO, commencing from March 1, 2024. He joins Michael Vollrath, who continues as Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer, as they co-lead the executive board of the prominent component provider in …
Copper billets © IBC Advanced Alloys

IBC Advanced Alloys shifts focus to profitable Copper Alloys division

IBC Advanced Alloys has announced its strategic shift towards its profitable Copper Alloys division in Franklin, Ind., while ceasing production this summer at its Massachusetts beryllium-aluminium alloy plant due to insufficient long-term demand for cast beryllium-aluminium alloy products. This move is anticipated to bolster free cash flow, enhance gross margins and steer the company towards sustained profitability. IBC's Copper Alloys …

IndiGo strengthens fleet with order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft

GDHF signs deal for 20 Airbus H175 helicopters

American Airlines records first-quarter loss of US$312 million

VoltAero's Cassio 330's electric-hybrid powertrain enters certification testing

Lufthansa Technik Malta (LTM) completes first base maintenance on Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Airbus posts strong Q1 2024 financial results

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