All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 102
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NewsSingapore’s A330 MRTTs reach full operational capability
The Airbus A330 multi-role tanker transport has achieved full operational capability in Republic of Singapore Air Force service.
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Airline BusinessTrans-Tasman ‘bubble’ sets high bar for travel resumptions
The Trans-Tasman travel bubble offers a rare good news story for air travel in the region, but don’t expect a spate of similar arrangements to follow.
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AnalysisBeijing air power turns up the heat on Taiwan
Regular Chinese intrusions into Taiwan’s air defence identification zone (ADIZ) likely reflect frustration by communist leaders, and aim to establish a new air power paradigm.
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NewsShin-Nihon Helicopters receives Japan’s first Bell 407GXis
Japan’s Shin-Nihon Helicopters has taken delivery of two Bell 407GXi helicopters, making it the country’s first operator of the type.
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NewsParis orders eight H225Ms, one additional VSR700
Paris has ordered eight additional Airbus Helicopters H225M rotorcraft as well as an additional prototype of the VSR700 unmanned helicopter.
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NewsP&W sees gradual signs of Asia-Pacific recovery
The coronavirus pandemic has been tough on Pratt & Whitney’s commercial engine business in the Asia-Pacific, and the company’s sales leader for the region says the outlook hinges on vaccines.
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NewsQantas suffered A$429 million hit from recent domestic lockdowns
Recent domestic lockdowns will cost the Qantas Group an estimated A$429 million ($331 million) in its 2021 financial year, but it is upbeat about prospects for the fourth quarter.
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NewsBiden to allow UAE F-35A, MQ-9B acquisition: report
The Biden administration plans to move forward with $23 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates, according a report citing congressional aides.
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NewsLockheed secures production contract for Korean MH-60Rs
Lockheed Martin has secured a $447 million contract from the US Navy to produce 12 Sikorsky MH-60R anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopters for South Korea.
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NewsAirbus Helicopters secures first Indonesian H160 customer
Indonesia’s Derazona Helicopters has become the first Indonesian customer for the Airbus Helicopters H160 medium-twin. Derazona will use the rotorcraft for roles such as supporting offshore oil and gas fields, utility, and passenger transport, says Airbus Helicopters. Source: Airbus Helicopters A rendering of the H160 in Derazona livery ...
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NewsKAI presses ahead with LCH/LAH development
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) continues work to develop its Light Civil Helicopter (LCH) and Light Armed Helicopter (LAH). Two rotorcraft are involved in the LCH test campaign, says KAI. Following a maiden flight in late 2019, the LCH received its European Union Aviation Safety Agency amended type certification in October ...
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Airline BusinessBangkok Airways chief pivots to address new realities
Bangkok Airways has had to shift from its core business of carrying international codeshare passengers as it rides out the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsSouth Korea to obtain 36 new attack helicopters for army
South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has earmarked funds for new attack helicopters, and for the development of a minesweeping version of the Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) KUH-1 Surion.
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NewsKorean Air outlines big task of Asiana integration
Korean Air president Woo Keehong has outlined the gargantuan task of integrating Asiana Airlines, in addition to getting regulatory approvals for the deal.
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NewsCockpit voice recorder of ill-fated Sriwijaya 737 recovered
Indonesian authorities have recovered the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) of a Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500 that crashed on 9 January in the Java Sea.
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NewsKorean Air president sees substantial recovery from 2022
Korean Air believes the strong performance in its cargo business will slow the second half of 2021, with passenger flights resuming and bellyhold capacity re-entering the market.
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NewsCebu Pacific swings to massive operating loss in 2020
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific Air swung to an operating loss of Ps20.8 billion ($428 million) for 2020 amid the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsJapanese coast guard orders two additional H225s
The Japan Coast Guard has ordered two additional H225s, to be used for search and rescue (SAR) and other missions.
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Airline BusinessAirAsia ups 2021 fleet plan as it eyes vaccine rollouts
The AirAsia Group has revised its fleet plan for 2021 upwards, expecting to operate 231 aircraft by December 2021, compared to its previous forecast of 221.
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NewsH225M delivery kicks off Singapore rotorcraft update
Singapore has taken delivery of its first Airbus Helicopters H225M, which will replace the Republic of Singapore Air Force’s (RSAF’s) AS332 Super Pumas.