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Bell Textron Inc., a leading aerospace manufacturer and a subsidiary of Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), has announced that the SUBARU Bell 412EPX has successfully received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification. This milestone paves the way for the aircraft to begin flight operations throughout the European Union, enhancing its ability to support critical missions […]
In a significant step toward enhancing the operational versatility of the C-390 Millennium, Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) have signed an agreement to expand the platform’s special mission capabilities. The announcement, made at Mostra BID, the National Defence and Security Fair in Brasília, highlights a collaborative effort to explore the aircraft’s potential in
EMBRAER AND BRAZILIAN AIR FORCE ADVANCE C-390 MILLENNIUM SPECIAL MISSION CAPABILITIESRead More »
Lockheed Martin, a global leader in aerospace and defence, has announced Kevin O’Connor as its new Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary, effective January 13, 2025. O’Connor succeeds Maryanne Lavan, who plans to retire after an exceptional 34-year career with the corporation. A Proven Leader for the Future Kevin O’Connor brings over 25
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DARPA’s ambitious INSPIRED program has partnered with RTX’s BBN Technologies to redefine the boundaries of sensor technology. This initiative aims to deliver compact, low-power, photonic chip-scale quantum sensors capable of exceeding the precision of traditional sensors by more than tenfold. This breakthrough, which harnesses the exotic quantum properties of light, has the potential to revolutionise
DARPA AND RTX BBN TECHNOLOGIES DEVELOP GROUNDBREAKING PHOTONIC SENSORSRead More »
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation has reached a remarkable milestone in its manufacturing legacy, producing its 1,000th aircraft wing at its state-of-the-art facility in Savannah, Georgia. The achievement underscores Gulfstream’s commitment to precision engineering, innovation, and operational excellence. This landmark wing, destined for a Gulfstream G600, represents over a decade of dedicated in-house production since the company
GULFSTREAM ACHIEVES MILESTONE: 1,000TH AIRCRAFT WING PRODUCED AT SAVANNAH FACILITYRead More »
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 9.8% compared to October 2023 levels (10.3% for international operations) for a 15th consecutive month of growth. • Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers
AIR CARGO DEMAND UP 9.8% IN OCTOBER 2024 – 15TH MONTH OF CONSECUTIVE GROWTHRead More »
The Czech Republic’s largest aircraft manufacturer, AERO Vodochody AEROSPACE, has officially named its most advanced trainer aircraft the L-39 Skyfox. Celebrating over a century of aviation innovation, Aero draws on its storied legacy with iconic aircraft such as the L-29 Dolphin and L-39 Albatros, while introducing a modern marvel tailored for multi-role performance. A Legacy
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The African airline, boasting one of the youngest and most advanced fleets on the continent, will now be able to sell its tickets through over 60 markets and thus significantly expands its global distribution network. The African airline RwandAir has signed an agreement with Euroairlines Group to improve the distribution of its more than 30
In a decisive move to expand its presence in Africa, VistaJet, the world’s premier global business aviation company, is launching its inaugural East and South Africa Static Display Roadshow. This landmark event will feature the renowned Bombardier Global 7500, the largest and longest-range business jet, underscoring VistaJet’s commitment to the continent’s growing business aviation market.
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Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has marked a milestone in its fleet modernisation strategy with the delivery of its first Airbus A330neo. The A330-900 aircraft, leased from Avolon, is the first of 20 scheduled to join MAG’s fleet. This addition reaffirms the airline’s commitment to enhancing fuel efficiency and passenger
