Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
Efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation industry took another step forward with the recent announcement of a unique new coalition that brings together leading aerospace companies. The International Aerospace Environmental Group (IAEG) has formed a new work group to study the impact of 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on airplane and engine systems and evaluate […]
The milestone was celebrated by employees at Textron’s Wichita factory. Textron Aviation Aircraft manufacturer Textron Aviation has constructed its 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet, marking a significant milestone for the model launched in 2015. The company revealed the 400th model of the midsize business aircraft had been rolled out of its factory in Wichita,
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Zambia’s national carrier, Zambia Airways, is expanding its services into East Africa with the introduction of a new regional service linking Lusaka to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania and Nairobi in Kenya. Commencing on June 27, the flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, stopping at Dar es Salaam and Nairobi. Our NEW
Award-winning booth will showcase a Crystal Cabin Award finalist, the R Sphere sustainable seat, among other innovations for guests to experience. At the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 2024, RECARO Aircraft Seating is introducing a new seat naming strategy more closely aligned with the iconic RECARO brand. The new names, ranging from R1 to R7, reflect
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This week at EBACE 2024, Alliance Aviation Group is showcasing a newly painted Bombardier Global 6000, featuring a striking teal blue and white exterior. In a groundbreaking move, the aircraft includes a QR code on its exterior, allowing viewers to access information on which trips have been offset with carbon credits. The twinjet, operated under
ALLIANCE AVIATION GROUP UNVEILS INNOVATIVE BOMBARDIER GLOBAL 6000 DESIGN AT EBACE 2024Read More »
Leonardo and PHI Group (PHI) have signed a framework agreement for 12 AW189 Helicopters to serve the global energy market starting in 2025. These are composed of firm orders as well as purchase options and include an extensive support partnership featuring a service center agreement, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) agreement, and training solutions for
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The African Civil Aviation Council (AFCAC), yesterday revealed that the agency has discovered 59 new Africa air routes, 13 of which operate under fifth freedom. The African Civil Aviation Council (AFCAC), yesterday revealed that the agency has discovered 59 new Africa air routes, 13 of which operate under fifth freedom air traffic rights. These
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Recoil Aerospace, a leading innovator in aerial firefighting technology, today announced it has received Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) approval for the Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for its T1000-E and T650-E aerial firefighting systems. This approval allows Recoil to offer its advanced firefighting solutions to Canadian firefighting agencies operating eligible Super Puma AS332 and EC225
The US Air Force has not accepted any new KC-46A Pegasus air refueling tankers from Boeing since March due to an issue with a broken part on the aircraft’s boom, though the service expects to accept two new aircraft by the end of the month, an Air Force spokesperson said in a statement. “There was
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) pays tribute to Paul Smith, a highly decorated Vietnam veteran, who served in key leadership roles for the association. Smith passed away peacefully on May 10. “Paul’s lifelong mission was one of service, first and foremost to his country and then to the aviation industry that he loved,” said
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