ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia has received regulatory approval to support Gulfstream G650ER aircraft registered in Vietnam, expanding regional maintenance capability. REGULATORY APPROVAL GRANTED Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has certified ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia to perform line and base maintenance on Vietnam-registered Gulfstream G650ER aircraft.   The approval includes the ability to conduct heavy maintenance […]

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Boeing and Millennium Space Systems are expanding satellite production and introducing a new mid-class platform to meet growing demand. PRODUCTION CAPACITY EXPANDED Boeing and its subsidiary Millennium Space Systems are expanding satellite production capacity as demand increases across defence and commercial space markets.   The initiative focuses on increasing manufacturing throughput while broadening the companies’ […]

BOEING AND MILLENNIUM EXPAND SATELLITE PRODUCTION TO MEET RISING DEMANDRead More »

IATA is calling for temporary airport slot relief as Middle East disruptions threaten airline operations and network stability. SLOT FLEXIBILITY UNDER REVIEW The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is urging governments to consider temporary slot relief measures as airlines navigate operational disruption linked to the ongoing Middle East crisis.   Airport slots, which determine when […]

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Africa’s aviation sector faces mounting pressure as Middle East oil shocks increase fuel costs and expose supply and infrastructure constraints. SECTOR UNDER STRAIN South Africa’s aviation sector is facing renewed operational pressure as rising oil prices linked to conflict in the Middle East drive up jet fuel costs and impact airline economics. Several carriers have […]

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Embraer has completed upgrades to SABER M60 radars for the Brazilian Army, enhancing air defence capability and system performance. UPGRADE PROGRAMME PROGRESSES Embraer has completed the upgrade of two SABER M60 radars to version 2.0 for the Brazilian Army, as part of an ongoing programme to modernise in-service equipment.   The work forms part of […]

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The U.S. Army has officially named its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft the MV-75 Cheyenne II, marking a key step in next-generation vertical lift development. OFFICIAL DESIGNATION CONFIRMED The U.S. Army has officially designated its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) as the MV-75 Cheyenne II, marking a key milestone in the programme’s development.   […]

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Baltic Ground Services has expanded its fueling partnership with Wizz Air, supporting operations across key Baltic airports. PARTNERSHIP EXTENDED Baltic Ground Services (BGS) has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Wizz Air, extending aircraft fueling services across multiple Baltic airports.   The agreement covers operations at Tallinn, Vilnius, Kaunas, and Palanga, supporting Wizz Air’s growing regional […]

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FlySafair has relaunched its annual School Booster competition, offering South African schools the opportunity to win a total of 100 return domestic flights to support educational and extracurricular travel. EXPANDING ACCESS THROUGH AVIATION Now in its third year, the initiative will see ten schools each awarded ten return domestic flights. The programme invites schools to […]

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Pilatus has confirmed certification of its new PC-12 PRO flight simulator, marking a key step in the rollout of its next-generation pilot training programme centred on the aircraft’s advanced cockpit systems. CERTIFIED TRAINING PLATFORM The PC-12 PRO simulator has received approval from both the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration […]

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Air Canada has selected Collins Aerospace to supply complete cabin seating solutions for its Airbus A321XLR fleet, including new business class suites and upgraded economy seating. PREMIUM CABIN CONFIGURATION The airline’s A321XLR aircraft will be configured with 14 Aurora business class suites at the front of the cabin, complemented by 168 Meridian+ seats in the […]

AIR CANADA SELECTS COLLINS AEROSPACE CABIN INTERIORS FOR A321XLR FLEETRead More »