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NewsFAA proposes new rules for AAM pilots and flight training
US aviation regulators have proposed new pilot training requirements and operational rules for powered-lift aircraft to support the launch of the nascent advanced air mobility (AAM) segment.
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US transportation official Polly Trottenberg named acting FAA administrator
Longtime US transportation official Polly Trottenberg has been appointed acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, replacing Billy Nolen.
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Eve set to announce key suppliers as eVTOL design matures
One of the front runners in the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) segment, Eve Air Mobility, is on track to fly a first prototype of its developmental aircraft next year, and to achieve service entry during 2026.
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In depth
Regional air mobility could take off, but uncertainties remain: McKinsey
Companies seeking to re-envision regional flight could connect communities lacking air service and tap into a potentially lucrative market. But that is far from a given outcome.
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Surf Air files to become publicly traded, acquire Southern Airways
Regional air travel company Surf Air Mobility has filed to become publicly traded and acquire Southern Airways, which uses a fleet of mostly Cessna Caravans to fly passengers throughout the USA.
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Acro to supply seats for Deutsche Aircraft’s D328eco
German turboprop developer Deutsche Aircraft has Acro Aircraft Seating to supply its Series 9 for the in-development D328eco, while Moldovan low-cost carrier FlyOne has chosen the latest version of its Mirus Aircraft Seating’s Hawk economy seat to retrofit a pair of Airbus A321s.
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Hughes returns to the direct IFC market after decade’s absence
Hughes Network Systems is stepping out from the shadows as a direct provider of in-flight connectivity services after more than a decade as a behind-the-scenes operator.
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Why seat manufacturers are taking dynamic product testing in-house
A clutch of new simulation facilities have opened since the pandemic, with Thompson Aero Seating the latest to invest in such a capability
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Analysis
EU’s Clean Aviation push targets emissions reduction
With a first set of projects under way, EU-backed Clean Aviation is thinking about next steps, including an eventual flight-test campaign, as it looks to help aviation meet ambitious decarbonisation goals
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Boeing’s 787 deliveries will slow as company reveals another quality problem
Boeing confirms it will delay deliveries of some 787s due to a new quality problem involving fittings on the widebody jets’ horizontal stabilisers.
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ITA chooses Airbus Services for A350 premium-economy upgrade
ITA Airways will upgrade its six Airbus A350-900s with new premium-economy classes, with retrofits to be completed by Airbus Services by mid-2024, the Toulouse-based airframer said at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg on 7 June.
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Initial SSJ-New prototype to retain SaM146 engines for maiden flight
Russian airframer Irkut’s first SSJ-New twinjet is nearing initial flight tests, although the first aircraft will still be equipped with PowerJet SaM146 engines rather than domestically-built powerplants. The decision to retain the SaM146 for the maiden flight is intended to “speed up” the test programme, says state technology corporation Rostec. ...
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ATR launches upscale cabin concepts as it targets VIP, state and charter markets
ATR is launching a series of upmarket cabin concepts, dubbed HighLine, it hopes will open new markets for its regional turboprop types.
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Emirates is launch customer for Airbus’ HBCplus connectivity system
Emirates Airline is the launch customer for Airbus’ HBCplus connectivity solution, to be installed on the carrier’s Airbus A350-900 fleet.
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Air New Zealand and Safran show off new long-haul Business Class seat
Air New Zealand and Safran Seats UK have presented the new Visa business class seat product which the Auckland-based airline has chosen for its Boeing 787-9 widebody fleet.
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ZIM Aircraft Seating shows off new coach class seat family
ZIM Aircraft Seating is showing a new coach class seat family incorporating a completely new frame and design, as well as new surfaces, foams, and ergonomics.
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Intelsat expects more consolidation between satellite IFC providers
Intelsat is unruffled by rival satellite in-flight connectivity provider Viasat’s acquisition of Inmarsat, viewing the combination as “positive” because it reduces the number of competitors in the space, and as the latest example of consolidation in the market.
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United makes ‘largest IFE investment in history’ with Panasonic
United Airlines has made what Panasonic Avionics says is “the largest IFE investment in history” after agreeing to become the North American launch customer for its Astrova in-flight entertainment solution.
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Safran lines up deal for Raytheon flight-control business
Safran has confirmed it is in negotiations with Raytheon Technologies over the potential acquisition of certain parts of the latter’s flight control and actuation business.
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Collins launches ‘Signature Dream’ first-class suites and ‘Aurora’ lie-flat seats
Collins Aerospace opened this year’s AIX by revealing two new premium airline seating products, including “Signature Dream” first-class suites and lie-flat seats for narrowbody jets called “Aurora”.
