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South African Airways' new CEO outlines priorities
South African Airways' new CEO Siza Mzimela says stability followed quickly by growth are her two top priorities rather than pursuing yet another restructuring.
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Boeing raises 737 rate despite 'oversupply' warnings
Boeing has confirmed that it will follow Airbus's lead with an increase in its single-aisle production, but analysts continue to warn that rates are too high.
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A380-900 and freighter both on 'back-burner': Enders
Neither the freighter nor the -900 variant of the Airbus A380 are likely to be revived in the near term, because the airframer wants to reduce its risk exposure...
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China Airlines picks LHT for A330/340 component support
China Airlines has selected maintenance firm Lufthansa Technik to provide component support for its Airbus A330 and A340 fleet. The long-term agreement,...
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Skin attachment issue forces Boeing into another 787 modification
Boeing is adding another time-consuming 787 design change after discovering a structural issue with skin attachments in the rear fuselage.
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InterviewINTERVIEW: Vueling chief executive Alex Cruz
After helping turn two loss-making Spanish carriers into a single profitable one, Alex Cruz must now keep Vueling on track as competition hots up again in Barcelona, writes Graham Dunn
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Xian Aircraft receives Chinese certification for MA600 turboprop
China's civil aviation regulatory authority has certified Xian Aircraft's new MA600 turboprop, paving the way for first deliveries to begin shortly.
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SAA to lease two additional 737-800s; eyes two more widebodies
South African Airways (SAA) plans to lease two additional Boeing 737-800s this year to support growth of its African network and is also considering leasing...
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Airbus enlisted LH Technik help to meet A380 delivery
Airbus has disclosed that it sought help from maintenance firm Lufthansa Technik to ensure that it could meet the delivery schedule for Lufthansa's first...
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TAM plans to launch Bogota and Aeroparque services
Brazil's TAM is preparing to launch services to Bogota and move some of its Buenos Aires Ezeiza flights to Buenos Aires' downtown Aeroparque airport.
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INTERIORS: Airbus spices up galley offering
Airbus is focusing on three airlines interested in installing its new Spice (space innovative catering equipment) galley cart, and is hoping to announce...
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Dornier Seaplane picks final assembly site for Seastar amphibian
Dornier Seaplane is planning to break ground next year on a final assembly facility in Montreal for its Seastar twin-engined amphibious turboprop.
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NewsPICTURES & VIDEO: Lufthansa takes delivery of first A380
Lufthansa has taken delivery of its first Airbus A380 during a ceremony at Airbus' Hamburg facility. The 526-seat aircraft is to be flown to Lufthansa's hub at Frankfurt today, in preparation for training flights.
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Australian MRH90s grounded after engine failure
Australia's 11 MRH90 helicopters have been grounded for the past month, following an engine failure ...
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NewsPICTURES: Lufthansa reveals its new A380 first class cabin
Lufthansa today reveals its new A380 first class cabin, which features oak veneer surfaces, sheet brass, white and grey wall elements, brownish-grey carpeting and pale grey curtains.
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Mitsubishi to complete MRJ design by end-August
Mitsubishi Aircraft aims to complete the design of its MRJ regional jet by the end of August and is working on a plan to develop an after-sales support network.
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INTERIORS: Day 2 in brief
Boeing 777 operators have the opportunity to reduce maintenance costs for their emergency lighting systems