All Dubai Airshow articles – Page 2

  • Abelo ATR-c-ATR
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    Lessor Abelo makes beeline for more ATRs

    2023-11-14T13:09:00Z

    Recently formed regional aircraft lessor Abelo has returned to ATR for another batch of up to 20 aircraft, potentially doubling its commitment for the twin-turboprop type.

  • 777-300ERSF N779CK outside-c-FlightGlobal
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    Conversion momentum builds as IAI inducts more 777-300ERs for modification

    2023-11-14T12:36:00Z

    Israel Aerospace Industries has completed two Boeing 777-300ER freighter conversions, and is in the process of modifying another three, with the aircraft due to enter service next year. One aircraft (N778CK) is undertaking the flight-test and certification programme, while a second (N779CK) is being displayed at the Dubai air show. ...

  • B-250
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    Calidus displays expanded product range as B-250 deliveries draw near

    2023-11-14T11:52:00Z

    UAE-based Calidus Aerospace used its home show to exhibit a range of in-development products, including its B-250 turboprop and the Sahab unmanned air vehicle design.

  • CFM engines
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    Air Arabia opts for CFM engines on A320neos

    2023-11-14T11:08:00Z

    Air Arabia has picked CFM International Leap-1A engines to power its 120 on-order Airbus A320neos.

  • AW169 skids GdF
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    Leonardo eyes sales boost from higher gross weight AW169

    2023-11-14T09:57:00Z

    Leonardo Helicopters is presenting its skid-equipped AW169 at the Dubai air show, fresh from announcing a pair of performance upgrade kits for the intermediate-twin. On 30 October, the Italian airframer revealed an optional 300kg (660lb) increase in maximum take-off weight for the AW169, to 5.1t, alongside a new 11-passenger configuration ...

  • A350-1000 at Dubai-c-Airbus
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    Emirates will only assess A350-1000 once engines meet durability demands: Clark

    2023-11-14T09:45:00Z

    Emirates believes the Airbus A350-1000 would fit into the carrier’s fleet, but it will not be considered until Rolls-Royce is able to offer greater engine durability for the airline’s specific conditions and operations. The A350-1000 is powered by the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97, a higher-thrust version of the XWB-84 used on ...

  • HAL Tejas Mk 1
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    Al Tariq munitions to be integrated with India’s Tejas fighter

    2023-11-14T09:40:00Z

    United Arab Emirates defence producer EDGE says the Al Tariq series of precision-guided munitions will be integrated with the Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) Tejas Light Combat Aircraft.

  • L-15 Dubai 2023
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    UAE confirms L-15 trainer order for display team use

    2023-11-14T09:35:00Z

    The UAE defence ministry has confirmed finalising a contract with China’s CATIC to supply its air force with a dozen Hongdu L-15 jet trainers for aerobatic display team use.

  • Dash 8-c-De Havilland Canada
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    Kenya’s Advantage Air to have quick-change Dash 8-400 kit

    2023-11-14T09:31:00Z

    Kenyan cargo specialist Advantage Air Travel is to receive a quick-change freighter kit to support its De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 operation. The agreement, disclosed at the Dubai air show, is intended to provide the company with greater flexibility while operating the turboprop type. It enables the operator to convert ...

  • SCAT 737 Max 8-c-Boeing
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    Kazakhstan’s SCAT to bring in more 737 Max jets

    2023-11-14T09:10:00Z

    Kazakhstan carrier SCAT Airlines has placed a follow-on order for seven Boeing 737 Max 8s. The order, which was previously attributed to an unidentified customer in Boeing’s official backlog figures, will add to SCAT existing fleet of three Max 8s and five Max 9s. The airline plans to use the ...

  • Archer TX Cockpit
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    Training school AeroGuard orders 90 Piper Archer TXs

    2023-11-14T08:48:00Z

    Piper has secured an order from training school AeroGuard Flight Training Center for 90 Archer TX, which will take the school’s fleet to over 200 aircraft.

  • Bell 429 Abu Dhabi Police Dubai 2023
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    Bell focuses on Middle Eastern parapublic, training missions

    2023-11-14T07:46:00Z

    Bell is promoting a range of helicopters at this year’s show, including the Bell 429 configured for parapublic missions and the Bell 505, which has proven popular as a trainer.

  • Energia aircraft
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    Embraer stretches scope of Energia ambitions

    2023-11-14T06:50:00Z

    Embraer has again shifted the scope of its Energia project, extending the size of the conceptual aircraft under consideration up to 50 seats.

  • EgyptAir chairman Yehia Zakaria
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    EgyptAir signs for 10 A350-900s

    2023-11-14T06:50:00Z

    EgyptAir has ordered 10 Airbus A350-900s for delivery from 2025 to support its expansion plans. The order, announced this morning at the Dubai air show, will see the Egyptian carrier take delivery of all 10 of the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-powered A350s by 2027. Source: Airbus Egyptair ordered 10 ...

  • newengcentre
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    Emirates to build major new MRO facility at Dubai World Central

    2023-11-14T05:39:00Z

    Gulf carrier Emirates is to build a new $950 million engineering facility at Dubai World Central airport aimed at supporting its fleet and operating requirements for at least the next 20 years.

  • Midnight_Maker_FINAL
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    Archer on target for 2026 UAE operations

    2023-11-14T05:21:00Z

    Archer Aviation arrives at the air show bullish about its prospects in the Gulf region, buoyed by a recent agreement with the UAE government covering the launch of advanced air mobility (AAM) services between Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 2026.

  • JF-17 Block III Pakistan Chengdu Dubai 2023
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    Pakistan air force brings JF-17 Block III to Dubai

    2023-11-14T05:08:00Z

    The Chengdu/Pakistan Aeronautical Complex JF-17 Block III fighter has made its Dubai air show debut with an appearance in the static park.

  • GlobalEye Dubai 2023
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    UAE’s final GlobalEye nears debut flight, as Swedish programme advances

    2023-11-14T05:01:00Z

    Saab is close to performing the debut flight of its fifth and final GlobalEye surveillance aircraft for the United Arab Emirates, while it scans for additional sales.

  • Arjan Meijer at Dubai
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    Continued demand may prolong E175 production into 2030s

    2023-11-14T04:56:00Z

    Embraer could continue building its E175 into the 2030s as continued airline demand and a lack of scope-clause relief in the USA combine to extend the regional jet’s expected production life.

  • RAM 787-c-Boeing
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    Royal Air Maroc revealed as customer for another pair of 787s

    2023-11-14T04:32:00Z

    Royal Air Maroc has placed a follow-on order for a pair of Boeing 787-9s as part of the airline’s development of long-haul operations. The Casablanca-based carrier already has nine 787s, a mix of the -8 and -9, all fitted with General Electric GEnx engines. Boeing has disclosed that the airline ...