All Asia Pacific news – Page 594
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ExecuJet eyes aircraft management growth in Asia Pacific
Execujet’s Asia Pacific strategy is increasing its aircraft management business in the region, and also boosting its MRO capabilities.
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NewsNo breakthrough in underwater search for MH370
An underwater vehicle searching for the lost Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 has completed eight missions with no finds of interest.
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NewsUK coroner investigates 'aerotoxic' case
A coroner based in Bournemouth, UK, will begin the examination this week of the cause of death of a British Airways pilot, Richard Westgate, who died in December 2012 aged 43
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Airline start-ups and failures Q1 2014
Airline start-ups outweighed collapses during the first quarter of 2014, continuing the trend that developed last year as the economic climate brightened.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Middle East hubs drive airport growth in 2013
Preliminary traffic figures from ACI World show airports handled 4% more passengers in 2013 than the previous year, tough the top 150 airports grew at a slightly faster rate.
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Jet Airways hints at 737 Max order
Jet Airways has hinted at an imminent Boeing 737 Max order, and denied suggestions it has cancelled orders for several 737-800s.
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Chinese start-up Ruili takes 737 for launch in May
Chinese start-up Ruili Airlines is a step closer to launching operations after taking delivery of a third Boeing 737NG.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Lessors tap into shift to the east
Airlines in search of cash of this year will have plenty of financing options available, but will find increased funding relief from Asian leasing sources that are gaining in strength.
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UTC, AVIC launch JV for C919's power system
UTC Aerospace Systems and AVIC Electromechanical Company have launched a joint venture to develop and manufacture the electric power system for the in-development Comac C919.
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ABACE: Nextant teams up with AVIC in China
Nextant Aerospace has tapped AVIC as the sales agent for its remanufactured aircraft in China.
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ABACE: Asian Sky Group sheds light on China’s business jet market
A report published by aviation consulting firm Asian Sky Group pegs the number of business jets in operating Greater China – Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau – at 371 aircraft.
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ABACE: Minsheng and Gulfstream in 60-aircraft deal
Minsheng Financial Leasing and Gulfstream have signed ann order for up to 60 Gulfstream aircraft, one of the largest orders in the airframer’s history.
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ABACE: Textron Aviation out in force
Textron Aviation units Cessna, Beechcraft, and Bell Helicopter had a strong presence at this year’s ABACE show in Shanghai, with several aircraft types on static display including the venerable Beechcraft Baron and Bonanza, which appeared at the show for the first time.
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Assessment underlines Nepalese safety concerns
European safety authorities have highlighted concerns about Nepalese carriers Sita Air and Nepal Airlines, following an assessment of the country’s air transport situation.
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NewsMRJ takes shape as tail cone delivered
The MRJ regional jet appears to be taking shape, with parts of the aircraft being sent to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' Komaki South plant for final assembly.
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NewsABACE: Cessna clinches 10-strong Grand Caravan EX order from Reignwood Group
Cessna has clinched an order from lifestyle, finance and industrial company, the Reignwood Group for 10 float-equipped Grand Caravan EXs.
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NewsRight wing for first MRJ delivered for final assembly
The right wing for Mitsubishi Aircraft's first flight test MRJ regional jet has been delivered to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' (MHI) Komaki South Plant for final assembly.
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ABACE: Hong Kong's Metrojet authorised for Embraer Legacy 500 service
Hong Kong-based private aircraft charter and maintenance provider Metrojet has become the first authorised service centre for the Embraer Legacy 500 aircraft in the greater China region.
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NewsUnderwater vehicle to be deployed in MH370 search
The search for wreckage related to the missing Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777-200ER is set to enter a new phase with authorities preparing to deploy an underwater autonomous vehicle for an underwater search.
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NewsABACE: Airbus unveils modular option for ACJ319
Airbus has launched a programme for the ACJ319 aircraft that allows owners greater cabin flexibility for their aircraft.