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NewsSpirit Airlines to cut 11 cities from network amid bankruptcy restructuring
Struggling discount carrier Spirit Airlines will discontinue service to 11 mid-sized US markets, including several on the West Coast, following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
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NewsSierra Nevada begins flight testing E-4C ‘Doomsday’ aircraft
Sierra Nevada Corporation has commenced flight testing the US Air Force’s new E-4C Survivable Airborne Operations Center aircraft, with the inaugural sortie taking place on 7 August.
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NewsEngine issues and lease terminations among forces driving Spirit’s latest bankruptcy filing
The Florida-based ultra-low-cost carrier blames engine recalls and unexpected lease cancellations for its second Chapter 11 filing in less than a year.
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NewsCalifornia fire agency to evaluate autonomous-capable Sikorsky S-70i
The California fire agency has launched a five-year initiative with Sikorsky to explore how autonomous flight technology can enhance firefighting operations and improve safety in challenging conditions.
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NewsNetherlands deploys F-35s to Poland for NATO air patrol mission
The RNLAF jets will monitor for Russian airspace incursions while protecting arms shipments destined for Ukraine, as Amsterdam continues military support to Kyiv.
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NewsBoeing 737 Max crash victims’ families tell judge to reject non-prosecution deal
Relatives of those killed in two Boeing 737 Max crashes have asked a federal judge to reject a non-prosecution agreement that would end the US government’s criminal fraud case against the manufacturer.
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NewsFAA finishes beyond-sight drone operations rule
The US aviation regulator has released a comprehensive proposal for drone operations beyond operators’ visual range, potentially unlocking significant commercial applications.
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NewsWestJet orders 67 Boeing jets including Max 10s and 787s
Calgary-based discount airline secures significant fleet expansion with options for 29 additional aircraft, doubling its Dreamliner fleet while maintaining all-Boeing status.
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NewsEtihad posts strong half-year profits as fleet reaches triple figures
Middle Eastern carrier Etihad Airways has turned in a strong half-year performance, bolstered by the fleet’s expansion into triple figures. The Abu Dhabi-based airline generated a net profit of Dhs1.1 billion ($306 million), up 32% on a 16% rise in revenues, as passenger numbers reached 10.2 million. “We are already ...
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NewsNew Broome: PHI Aviation puts first AW189 into service in Western Australia
Offshore oil and gas operator PHI Aviation has begun commercial operations with the Leonardo Helicopters AW189 super-medium-twin, the latest type to be introduced to the firm’s fleet.
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NewsNorth Korea vexed at ICAO rebuke over satellite interference and missile launches
ICAO’s Council is to condemn North Korean interference to satellite-based navigation systems, as well as its continuing unannounced missile launches, at the upcoming ICAO Assembly – although the finger-wagging is unlikely to sway the renegade nation from its activities. While the Council lists records of interference dating back to 2011, ...
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NewsWindracers opens new UK factory in move to significantly scale Ultra output
UK-based cargo drone developer Windracers has officially opened its new production facility, having moved into the site earlier this summer.
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NewsPitch-up after bounced landing led to UPS A300 tail-strike: inquiry
US investigators have determined that incorrect pitch attitude during a bounced landing preceded a tail-strike to a UPS Airbus A300-600 freighter at Louisville. The aircraft had been arriving from Ontario, California, on 29 October last year. With the captain flying, it followed the MBELL5 arrival pattern and conducted a stabilised ...
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NewsVertical adds to board with Ky appointment
Vertical Aerospace has appointed former European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) chief Patrick Ky to its board of directors.
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AnalysisChina’s military parade delivers more pageantry than airpower innovation
China’s military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the Second World War’s end featured two new support aircraft but lacked major reveals such as the anticipated H-20 stealth bomber.
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NewsVirgin Australia to receive first of eight E190-E2s
Lessor Azorra has handed over the first of eight new Embraer 190-E2s to Virgin Australia, marking the start of the carrier’s fleet renewal efforts.
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NewsPacific Air Forces commander says USA ‘not deterred’ by China’s largest ever military hardware display
The US military remains undeterred by China’s upcoming display of military might, which may include the reveal of next-generation fighters or uncrewed aircraft during Beijing’s largest ever military parade.
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News‘Closer co-ordination’ needed for supersonic airworthiness and environmental standards
Russian representatives are proposing the establishment of a co-ordination group to support development of ICAO standards on supersonic transport aircraft, to take into account airworthiness and environmental matters. The proposal is contained in a paper submitted to the upcoming ICAO Assembly which convenes towards the end of September. While a ...
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NewsLeasing landscape faces shake-up with ‘transformational’ $7.4bn Air Lease acquisition
Steven Udvar-Hazy-founded lessor Air Lease (ALC) is to be acquired by a consortium of investors including rival SMBC Aviation Capital in a $7.4 billion cash deal that promises to shake up the aircraft leasing market.
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NewsUK competition regulator cites Airbus sale as key reason for Spirit-Boeing merger clearance
UK competition regulators cleared Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems after concluding that the sale to Airbus of parts of the aerostructures supplier’s operation would prevent any market distortion from taking place.