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NewsBombardier offers hi-speed connectivity on Global 5000 and 6000
Bombardier has started offering high-speed in-flight connectivity on its Global 5000 and Global 6000 business aircraft.
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NewsNPO Saturn reveals cause of PAK-FA engine flame-out
A malfunction in the automatic flight control system was the cause of the Sukhoi PAK-FA's starboard engine flame-out at the MAKS Moscow air show, according...
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FAA launches Part 23 update
The US Federal Aviation Administration has launched a new aviation rulemaking committee (ARC) that could produce a slate of more pragmatic certification standards for light business jets and general aviation aircraft several years from now, simplifying and streamlining the path to market for new aircraft.
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China's ARJ21 falls behind on flight test schedule
Two key components in the flight test programme of China's first indigenously designed regional jet have not been completed, and this has led to the likelihood...
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FlairJet plans new bases in East Midlands and Dublin
Oxford airport-based FlairJet plans to open two new bases at East Midlands and Dublin airports, where it will position two Embraer Phenom 100 aircraft.
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NewsIndia's Aviotech set to launch corporate Superjet
Indian corporate and defence aerospace specialist Aviotech is poised to become a launch customer for the business aircraft version of the Sukhoi Superjet 100.
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SIA appears to consider 'Scoot' as low-cost brand name
Singapore Airlines appears to be considering naming its new long-haul low-cost subsidiary Scoot Airlines.
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China Eastern receives high-altitude capable 737-700
China Eastern Airlines has received its first Boeing 737-700 that has been reconfigured for high-altitude operations.
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News747-8F and 787 delivery dates come into focus
Boeing's final month of 747-8 freighter and 787 first delivery milestones has emerged, placing the handover to its patient launch customers as early as 7...
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NewsBombardier considers offering NextGen cabin for aged Dash 8s
Bombardier is looking at offering a NextGen cabin interior to customers of older Dash 8 turboprops, as a means of further extending the life of the aircraft....
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Class 2 and 3 EFBs in pipeline as United-Continental rolls out iPads
United-Continental is looking to ultimately implementing Class 2 and Class 3 electronic flight bags on its aircraft in addition to the portable, kneeboard...
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GE certifies first performance kit for 787
GE Aviation says it has received US FAA certification for its first performance improvement package (PIP) for the GEnx-1B turbofan engine for the Boeing 787.
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Ultra provides fuel cell to quadruple small UAS endurance
Ultra Electronics has confirmed providing a new fuel cell that quadrupled the range of a conventionally-powered Lockheed Martin Stalker unmanned air system (UAS).
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PICTURES: Austrian Typhoons intercept Lufthansa A380
Following the christening of Lufthansa's newest Airbus A380 "Wien" on August 22, the aircraft took part in a QRA training interception with two Austrian air force Eurofighter Typhoons
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US firm targets unmanned helicopter market with two new designs
A Colorado, US-based supplier has unveiled two new unmanned helicopters designed to challenge the Saab Skeldar and Schiebel S-100 in bids for US contracts.
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Former Etihad CEO Strodel passes away
Former Etihad Airways chief executive Robert Strodel, who helped both the airline's cargo and passenger divisions get off the ground, has died suddenly.
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AW139s temporarily grounded in Brazil following crash
All 18 Brazilian-registered AgustaWestland AW139s have been temporarily grounded as a precautionary measure, following a 19 August fatal accident.
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NewsProduction F-35s to stay parked for IPP fix
Lockheed Martin F-35s resumed flight testing over the weekend, but two production aircraft remain grounded while safety investigators continue scrutinising their power and thermal management system ...
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Fernandes takes state role
Landmark deal between AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines sees low-cost innovator join the establishment Malaysia's airline industry is undergoing a revolution...
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Testing times for biofuels
Recent rush of airline biofuel flights illustrates growing momentum, but ramping up remains key challenge ahead Moves to push forward the use of biofuels...