All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 62
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NewsNew Zealand retires venerable P-3K2 Orions
The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has retired its Lockheed P-3K2 Orion maritime patrol aircraft, after nearly six decades of service.
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NewsKAI, Northrop in pact for shipborne UAVs
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) and Northrop Grumman have signed a memorandum of agreement related to vertical take-off and landing unmanned air vehicles (UAVs).
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In depthRafale Ms show off long reach, flexibility in Indo-Pacific
French naval airpower places a high priority on working with partners, including the extended deployment of fighters and cross-deck work with the US Navy.
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NewsGA-ASI conducts first flight of Eaglet Air Launched Effect
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) has operated the first flight of a new Air Launched Effect, the Eaglet, from a US Army MQ-1C Gray Eagle unmanned air vehicle (UAV).
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NewsGA-ASI chief needles US government on lack of UAV support for Ukraine
The head of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) has criticised Washington DC for not approving the provision of unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) such as the MQ-9 Reaper and MQ-1C Gray Eagle to Ukraine.
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NewsQantas announces April launch of new Melbourne-Jakarta route
Qantas has announced a new route between Melbourne and Jakarta, as the carrier increases its international network.
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In depthThe 747 and the Asia-Pacific’s era of globalisation
The Boeing 747 found its greatest success in the Asia-Pacific, helping the region globalise in the late 20th century.
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NewsAsia-Pacific airlines saw big international rebound in 2022: AAPA
Asia-Pacific airlines enjoyed a strong international travel recovery during 2022, as travel restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic were largely abandoned.
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NewsJapan’s Zipair signs up for SpaceX’s Starlink
Japan long-haul, low-cost carrier Zipair Tokyo has signed up for SpaceX’s Starlink service to provide onboard internet to its passengers.
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NewsAsiana Airlines enters SAF deal with Shell
South Korea’s Asiana Airlines has entered an agreement with Shell to secure a supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 2026.
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NewsNew Zealand investigates 777 landing control loss amid heavy rain
New Zealand safety officials are investigating a “loss of control” incident during landing involving a Boeing 777-300ER at Auckland International Airport.
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In depthAustralian airpower rises to face new geopolitical threats
Amid a darkening geopolitical outlook, Australia faces important questions about its future airpower capabilities.
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NewsBaykar lands $370 million TB2 sale in Kuwait
Turkish unmanned air vehicle (UAV) producer Baykar has secured a $370 million contract to supply its Bayraktar TB2 platform to Kuwait.
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NewsSkymark firms up 737 Max orders
Japanese carrier Skymark Airlines has confirmed four firm orders for Boeing 737 Max aircraft, as well as two options.
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NewsT’way commences 737 Max 8 operations
South Korean low-cost carrier T’way Air has commenced service with the Boeing 737 Max 8 after receiving its first example in December.
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NewsAirAsia mulling widebody operations from Johor: Fernandes
AirAsia Aviation is considering plans to deploy its Airbus A330s from the southern Malaysian state of Johor, as the airline eyes opportunities to ramp up its presence in the state.
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NewsKF-21 prototype breaks Mach 1 for first time
The flight took place on 17 January flying from KAI’s production facility in Sacheon, says South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration.
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NewsHAECO Xiamen completes first A321-200PCF conversion
HAECO Xiamen has rolled out its first A321-200PCF freighter conversion, in cooperation with 321 Precision Conversions, which holds the supplemental type certificate for the converted type.
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NewsAustralia confirms order for 40 UH-60Ms with deliveries starting in 2023
Australia confirms that it will obtain 40 Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, with deliveries to commence this year.
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NewsANA strikes SAF pact with Itochu and Raven SR
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Japan’s Itochu Corporation and US firm Raven SR for the long-term procurement of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).