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Tunisia signs for two Lockheed C-130Js
Tunisia has become the latest customer to commit to Lockheed Martin's C-130J Hercules, having signed a contract to acquire two of the aircraft. Announced...
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British Army to extend Lynx upgrade, review training system
The British Army's remaining Lynx AH9 utility helicopters will be modified to AgustaWestland's improved AH9A configuration, following the recent receipt of Ministry of Defence approval to extend the effort to all 22 aircraft.
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IATA appoints new regional VP for Asia Pacific
IATA has appointed former Gulf Air chief commercial officer Willy Boulter as regional VP for Asia Pacific.
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Flight Safety Foundation rolls out global standard for mining sector
The Flight Safety Foundation's Australian office has started the roll-out of the first global aviation standard for the mining and resources sector.
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Boeing and University of Tokyo sign collaboration deal
Boeing and the University of Tokyo have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on technology projects.
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Vietnam Airlines starts Yangon service, plans Shanghai flights
Vietnam Airlines has started a service between Hanoi and Myanmar's commercial capital Yangon, and plans to start flights to Shanghai later this month.
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NewsAir India and PIA sign repair deals with Chromalloy
Two Asian airlines have signed agreements with US engine parts and repairs firm Chromalloy. Air India awarded the company a $10 million two-year contract...
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Israir opts for Panasonic IFE
Panasonic Avionics has reached an agreement with Israir Airlines to provide in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems on three of the Israeli carrier's Airbus...
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NewsOman in world first after turning on mobile, Internet services
Oman Air has become the first airline in the world to offer passengers both in-flight mobile and Internet, after switching on Airbus/SITA joint venture OnAir's...
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C&D Zodiac subcontracts CSeries insulation to MTI-Polyfab
C&D Zodiac has selected MTI Global subsidiary MTI-PolyFab to supply a thermal and acoustic insulation system on the Bombardier CSeries scheduled to debut...
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Airbus extends green airport trials to the A380 at Heathrow
Airport operator BAA Heathrow has been working with Airbus, Singapore Airlines and UK air navigation service provider NATS for a year to develop improved departure procedure for the A380, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
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US court orders release of blocked aircraft tail numbers
The National Business Aviation Association has lost its fight to keep a list of aircraft tail numbers private following...
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NewsSecond Gulfstream G650 takes flight
Gulfstream's second G650 test aircraft - designated T2 (N652GD) - made its first flight from Savannah/Hilton Head International airport on 25 February
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Albanian start-up Star to use A320s from Tirana
Albanian start-up carrier Star Airways is to lease a pair of Airbus A320s from US lessor International Lease Finance (ILFC). Star Airways, which has...
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Myanmar buys An-148 regional jet for VIP transport
Ilyushin Finance has secured an order from the Myanmar government for two Antonov An-148 regional jets that will be used for passenger and VIP transport.
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HondaJet engine passes interim certification hurdles
GE reports that its GE Honda HF120 turbofan engine has "flown" as high as 46,000ft (14,000m) in the company's altitude test facility in Evendale, Ohio.
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Royal New Zealand Air Force flying display team grounded following mid-air collision
The Royal New Zealand Air Force's Red Checkers flying display team has been grounded following the 1 March collision of two of the team's aircraft. The incident...
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NewsILFC A380 deliveries pushed back by one year
US lessor International Lease Finance (ILFC) has pushed back by one year the deliveries of its Airbus A380 aircraft.
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Thai plans issue of debentures worth up to 40bn baht
Thai Airways International plans to issue debentures worth up to 40 billion baht ($1.2 billion) within five years as it refinances its debt.
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Lao Airlines looking to order two more ATR 72-500s
National carrier Lao Airlines is speaking to the government about ordering two ATR 72-500s.