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NewsSaudia and Air France-KLM to explore 787 engine MRO venture under co-operation pact
Middle Eastern carrier Saudia is entering a maintenance partnership with Air France-KLM which will focus on engine work. The two sides will explore a joint venture for GE Aerospace GEnx engines which power Boeing 787s. Under the pact Saudia envisions awarding at least 50% of GE Aerospace GE90 work to ...
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NewsFirst flight for all-electric Integral E trainer
French aircraft developer Aura Aero has performed the first flight of its Integral E – the all-electric version of its two-seat trainer.
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NewsTUI Airways seals lease of additional 737 Max 8s
TUI Airways is continuing to replenish its single-aisle fleet through a lease agreement for 14 Boeing 737 Max 8s. The lease has been disclosed by Singapore-based lessor BOC Aviation. Deliveries of the aircraft are scheduled to run over the course of 2025-26. UK-based TUI Airways already has some 20 737 ...
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NewsSAA pilots threaten strike over salary demands despite carrier’s fragile finances
South African Airways is warning that it is not financially strong enough to support a salary demand from pilots, who have threatened to strike from 5 December. The carrier has been negotiating with the SAA Pilots Association, but claims the association’s initial request for a 30% wage increase – subsequently ...
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NewsPoor communications slowed Saab 340 evacuation in Australia
Communications issues led to challenges during the evacuation of a Regional Express (Rex) Saab 340.
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NewsSpanish IAG long-haul carrier Level secures air operator’s certificate
IAG’s Spanish long-haul carrier Level has secured its own air operator’s certificate, enabling it to embark on developing its network from Barcelona. It will fly under the designator code ‘LL’ and the callsign ‘Dali’ – a cultural reference to Catalonian artist Salvador Dali. Level states that granting of the AOC ...
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NewsNew Delhi clears new EW gear for India’s Su-30MKIs
New Delhi has cleared the acquisition of new electronic warfare (EW) equipment for the Indian air force’s Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighters, as well as locally-produced helicopters for the coast guard.
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NewsEmbraer, Brazilian air force continue work on possible C-390 MPA
Embraer will continue to explore the potential to develop a maritime patrol variant of the C-390 tactical transport.
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NewsJapan commits to MQ-9B SeaGuardian
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has selected the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) MQ-9B SeaGuardian for an unmanned air vehicle (UAV) requirement.
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AnalysisTrump’s tariff bluster raises alarm within Canada’s aerospace industry
Threats by president-elect Donald Trump to slap 25% tariffs on Canadian imports have caught the attention of Canada’s aerospace industry, which depends heavily on sales of aircraft and components to US buyers.
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NewsUS and French specialists to develop A319 as aerial firefighting tanker
US-based aerial firefighting specialist Neptune Aviation is looking to the Airbus A319 as a complement to its British Aerospace 146 tanker fleet. The company – located at Missoula airport in Montana – has commenced the process to modify the twinjet type and expects to introduce it in 2027. Neptune is ...
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NewsPentagon confirms A-10 strikes in Syria, claiming defence of US forces
Although the Pentagon has denied taking any part in the rebel offensive against Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, Washington says it conducted what are described as “self-defence strikes” in Syria against unspecfied threats to US forces and their partners.
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NewsLockheed ‘getting close’ on finalised contract for F-35 Lot 18 and 19 production
The defence giant’s chief financial officer says the company has secured a “handshake” agreement with the Pentagon on terms for the next round of F-35 orders, with a firm contract coming potentially by end-of-year.
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NewsIcelandair takes first Airbus with delivery of A321LR
Icelandair has taken delivery of a long-range Airbus A321LR, the first model from the airframer in the carrier’s fleet. The twinjet – powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines – is one of several to be leased from SMBC Aviation Capital. Three will arrive before summer next year. Icelandair is ...
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NewsJoby CFO Matt Field to depart air taxi developer
Joby Aviation’s chief financial officer Matt Field will depart the electric aircraft developer in favour of a position with Oshkosh Corporation before year’s end.
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NewsEASA validates Subaru Bell 412EPX helicopter
Bell has secured European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification for the twin-engined 412EPX helicopter it manufacturers alongside Japan’s Subaru.
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NewsBombardier and Honeywell settle legal dispute over turbofan engine prices
Canadian business jet maker Bombardier and US manufacturer Honeywell have settled a long-running lawsuit regarding engine prices and will embark together on a new “strategic agreement” to upgrade existing Bombardier platforms and supply future aircraft.
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NewsUK launches new defence industrial strategy review, with resilience key
The UK government has begun work on a new defence industrial strategy, which it says will define steps to increase national resilience, prioritise investment in domestic companies, and boost exports.
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NewsHelsing launches HX-2 attack drone to help guard NATO’s eastern flank
Europe’s Helsing has unveiled a new precision-guided attack drone with a range of up to 54nm (100km), with the design drawing on its experience gained while supporting the Ukrainian armed forces.
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NewsFlyadeal chief aims for widebody decision by year-end
Flyadeal chief executive Stephen Greenway expects to make a decision on its plan to bring in widebodies by the end of the year, as the Saudi budget carrier continues to ponder a choice between operating new and used aircraft.