Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the implementation of a crucial airworthiness directive (AD) impacting all The Boeing Company Model 747 airplanes. This directive comes in response to concerning reports regarding potential latent failures in the lightning protection features associated with the engine fuel feed system. The directive mandates a comprehensive inspection and measurement […]
The first NH90 Sea Tiger took off on-schedule for its maiden flight, at Airbus Helicopters’ site in Donauwörth, Germany. The German Bundeswehr ordered 31 NH90 Sea Tiger multi-role frigate helicopters for the German Navy’s shipborne operations in 2020. Airbus Helicopters is now entering a qualification phase that will focus on flight testing the helicopter and new systems
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Multi-mission capabilities make the Bell 412 a popular choice for customers with more than 54 percent of the Bell 412 global fleet deployed in military and para-public missions worldwide. Pegasus Aero Group uses the Bell 412 to conduct firefighting operations in southern Europe and the Mediterranean, relying on its high payload and performance in extreme
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The Government of Canada has signed a Foreign Military Sales Letter of Offer and Acceptance for up to 16 Boeing [NYSE: BA] P-8A Poseidon aircraft, as part of the Canadian Multi-Mission Aircraft (CMMA) project. Canada joins eight defense partners, including all of the FIVE EYES allies, the intelligence alliance that also includes the United States,
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Pegasus, Türkiye’s leading low-cost airline, has taken a significant step towards further enhancing its operational efficiency and environmental action by adopting SkyBreathe® 360° eco-flying platform to reduce fuel costs and CO2 emissions from its flights. With this agreement, the airline will be able to monitor flight data, analyze various fuel-efficient procedures to implement, and identify
In a move set to bolster regional connectivity, TAAG Angola Airlines has announced a significant increase in flight frequencies to key African destinations. Effective December 11th, 2023, the airline will enhance its services, solidifying its commitment to facilitating seamless travel within the continent. Strengthening Links From its strategic hub in Luanda, Angola, TAAG Angola Airlines
TAAG ANGOLA AIRLINES EXPANDS AFRICAN CONNECTIVITY: NEW FREQUENCIES TO FOUR DESTINATIONSRead More »
There is hardly a more gripping moment than launching a spacecraft – everything has to go perfectly and there is no room for error. However, getting there can be just as demanding. The success of any Airbus space mission hinges on close collaboration with UK partners, from working with world leading academia on research and
A signed purchase agreement between Bell and Caverton Helicopters for a Bell 429, which will be put to use in offshore operations in Cameroon has been signed. This marks the first Bell 429 to operate in the oil and gas market in West Africa. Caverton Helicopters is a subsidiary of the Caverton Offshore Support
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The UK Civil Aviation Authority has issued Virgin Atlantic with a permit to fly a world-first transatlantic 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) flight. According to UK CAA, “Virgin Atlantic plans to fly across the Atlantic from London Heathrow to New York JFK on 28 November 2023 to test and showcase the feasibility of flying on
Jetex is the first to offer SAF to customers in the United Arab Emirates. Following the success of SAF at selected locations in Europe, Jetex will now offer aircraft operators and private owners the possibility of significantly reducing emissions whenever they operate flights from its flagship private terminal in Dubai. As a safe and fully
JETEX & SHELL AVIATION SIGN AGREEMENT FOR SAF SUPPLY TO PRIVATE AVIATIONRead More »
