Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
Agreement includes exploration of necessary requirements for safe, scalable ground operations for AAM, along with intent to integrate Vector, Eve’s urban traffic air management software. MELBOURNE, Fla. Eve Air Mobility (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW), a global leader in manufacturing and providing services for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Signature Aviation, the world’s largest […]
SITA will deliver smart solutions to streamline passenger processing, baggage reconciliation, and airport operations. Air transport technology provider SITA has partnered with Red Sea International Airport (RSI) in Saudi Arabia to provide specialised airport systems (SAS) for the airport’s new main terminal building. This partnership builds on SITA’s successful deployment of its systems at RSI’s Air
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December 2024, Johannesburg – The Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) notes with grave concern the failure of the main valve in the refuelling system at O.R. Tambo International Airport today, causing lengthy delays and cancelled flights at the start of the summer peak holiday travel season. “Although AASA appreciates the efforts being made by
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PIF aims to support sustainable growth of Heathrow. This investment aligns with PIF’s strategy of making impactful investments supporting key sectors in major international markets. PIF announced that it has completed the acquisition of a stake of approximately 15% in FGP TopCo, the holding company of Heathrow Airport Holdings Ltd., from Ferrovial SE and certain
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Paris, France, December 2024 – Aircalin, the international airline of the South Pacific French territory of New Caledonia, has disclosed an order with Airbus for two long-range A350-900 aircraft. This order will enable Aircalin to support fleet adaptation and the carrier’s long haul network expansion. Currently the airline’s widebody fleet comprises two A330neo aircraft. The
Dubai, UAE – December 2024 – ExecuJet Middle East, a collaboration between Luxaviation Group and Alpha Middle East Holdings, has unveiled a groundbreaking private jet facility at the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub in Dubai South. The official opening, graced by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, underscores Dubai’s ambition to lead as
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Johannesburg: After two days of disruption, South African Airways (SAA) has announced the suspension of the pilots’ strike that commenced on 5 December 2024. The resolution follows a breakthrough in negotiations between SAA Executive Management and the South African Airways Pilots Association (SAAPA). Key to ending the deadlock was an agreement to increase pilots’ salaries
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As drone technology evolves, so do the regulations governing their use. Understanding these regulations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) is crucial for businesses and hobbyists alike. Europe The European Union (EU) has standardized drone regulations under the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Key rules include: Categorisation: Drones are classified into Open,
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Marignane, France – Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with His Excellency, Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior of Bahrain, for the purchase of nine H145 helicopters. These aircraft will be operated by the Police Aviation Command for law enforcement missions and emergency medical services in the kingdom. “We are very proud that the
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The U.S. Army has expanded its fleet of CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters with a new order for three additional units from Boeing. The $135 million contract is part of the Army’s ongoing modernisation efforts, aiming to enhance its heavy-lift capabilities in support of a wide range of military operations. Increased lift capacity and extended
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