All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 26
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NewsB-2 sinks roll-on/roll-off vessel in Gulf of Mexico test
The US Air Force is honing its ability to deliver low-cost anti-ship strikes from the Northrop Grumman B-2 stealth bomber through its QUICKSINK programme.
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NewsFiji Airways plans direct flight to Dallas Fort Worth
Fiji Airways has announced the launch of a new Nadi-Dallas Fort Worth route, the first direct connection between the pair.
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NewsCebu Pacific sees operating profits rise in first half
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific Air saw operating profits rise 44% in the first six months of 2024, on the back of stronger revenues.
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NewsLOT to operate three 737 Max 8s from BOC Aviation
Lessor BOC Aviation has placed three Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft with LOT Polish Airlines.
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NewsThink tank raises concerns about timeline, cost of CCAs
A think tank feels that the US Air Force is essentially on the right track to fielding collaborative combat aircraft (CCA), but raises concerns about the speed of the programme and the potential for higher than anticipated costs per aircraft.
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NewsGE Aerospace offset deal anticipates big Polish AH-64E buy
GE Aerospace has entered a Polish offset agreement related to Warsaw’s prospective acquisition of 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopters.
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NewsAircraft engine work drives first quarter revenues at IHI, MHI
The aerospace units of Japanese bellwethers IHI and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries have posted stronger first quarter revenues.
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NewsNew pylon boosts B-1B’s weapons carriage
The US Air Force is testing a new weapons pylon on the Boeing B-1B bomber that will enable aircraft to carry a broader range of weapons.
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NewsMode confusion led to sharp descent of Alliance E190
An Embraer E190 operated by Alliance Airways sustained a sharp descent close to terrain owing to the crew’s mode confusion.
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NewsAirbus, Thai Aerospace to explore MRO for government aircraft
Airbus and Thai Aerospace Industries have entered a memorandum of understanding related to local MRO support for the Thai government fleet.
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NewsUkraine announces arrival of F-16s
The first batch of Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters have arrived in Ukraine, a key milestone in the West’s military support for the beleaguered nation amid Russia’s invasion.
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NewsMQ-20 Avenger to serve in autonomous aggressor role
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems MQ-20 Avenger unmanned air vehicle has been tapped to perform autonomous “red air” training missions against fighter aircraft.
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NewsRAAF takes delivery of first MQ-4C Triton at Tindal base
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has taken delivery of its first Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton unmanned air vehicle during a ceremony at RAAF Tindal, where the long-range surveillance asset will be based.
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NewsUkrainian F-16s are no “golden bullet”: USAFE chief
A US Air Force leader says that Ukraine’s receipt of Lockheed Martin F-16s is an important step in its fight against Russia but warns that it will not lead immediately to air superiority.
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NewsDefence orders boost KAI’s profits, revenue
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) enjoyed a strong second quarter on the back of government orders for key aircraft programmes.
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NewsKF-21 could join battle for new Philippine fighter
The Korea Aerospace Industries KF-21 fighter looks poised to join a long-running competition in the Philippines.
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NewsRex suspends bookings on big domestic routes as Australian PM weighs in
Australian carrier Regional Express (Rex Airlines) has stopped taking bookings for flights on domestic routes between major cities.
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NewsNetherlands to obtain JASSM-ER long-range munition
The Netherlands is set to become the world’s fifth international operator of the Lockheed Martin AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile Extended Range (JASSM-ER).
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NewsAsia-Pacific airlines see strong international passenger, cargo traffic in June
Airlines in the Asia-Pacific are enjoying strong summer international travel demand, while also getting a cargo boost from e-commerce activity and security issues affecting Red Sea shipping.
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NewsSIAEC sees continued strong demand for MRO work
SIA Engineering (SIAEC) expects demand for MRO services to remain strong, although supply chain challenges have extended the time of some aircraft checks.