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Pula Aviation Services expands aircraft maintenance capability with acquisition of JMI-Jet Maintenance International

Pula Aviation Services Limited has further strengthened its portfolio of aviation businesses with the acquisition of UK-based aircraft maintenance provider, JMI-Jet Maintenance International Limited. This strategic acquisition enhances PASL's aircraft maintenance capabilities, adding JMI...

Summer surge: airBaltic Pilot Academy applications have doubled

The period when high school graduates submit documents for further studies has begun, bringing increased interest and demand for the airBaltic Pilot Academy. While applications are accepted year-round and new study groups start four times a year, the summer months traditionally see a significan...


New paint facility at Bombardier London Biggin Hill service centre progressing to plan as structure takes shape

The development of a Bombardier's new 51,000 sq. ft. paint facility at the London Biggin Hill Service Centre is progressing in earnest with several key processes completed, including ground stabilization and foundation work on the hangar. The hangar steel framework continues to progress and the cladding works have also commenced. Bromley and Biggin Hill Member of Parliament, Peter Fortune, vis...

flydubai breaks ground on new aircraft maintenance centre at Dubai South

flydubai has broken ground on its new Aircraft Maintenance Centre at Dubai South. The multimillion dollar facility, set to complete construction in the last quarter of 2026, will ensure an increased level of control and quicker maintenance turnaround for the carrier’s growing fleet. Spread over 32,600 square metres, the maintenance centre will house an aircraft hangar, support workshops and...

Allegiant selects Flightscape as next-generation airline operations platform to support growth

CAE has signed a long-term contract with Allegiant which will allow the airline to transform its operational intelligence and performance by using Flightscape - Powered by CAE. Flightscape is a data-driven platform that enables airlines to effectively manage operations, adapt seamlessly to challenges and mitigate disruptions, optimizing efficiency and costs, even in the most complex and time-sensi...

Samson Sky announces new pilot training program for flying car owners

In a bid to provide exceptional service for their Switchblade Flying Car customers, Samson Sky proudly announced plans for a cutting-edge pilot training program for those who are not yet pilots. Citing the increasingly large number of non-pilots who have reserved their Switchblade, a high-performance vehicle that both drives and flies, the company intends to use this program to help streamline the...

Avia Solutions Group to complete one of the world's first Boeing 777-300ER passenger-to-freighter conversions

AviaAM Leasing is entering the final stages of a unique project – Boeing 777-300ER passenger-to-freighter conversion. The project is being carried out in collaboration with US-based Mammoth Freighters LLC, which specialises in Boeing 777 P2F conversions. The conversion is expected to be completed by the end of this year. A Boeing 777-300ER can carry nearly 400 passengers in a...

J&C Aero to supply Scandinavian Airlines with movable class dividers for 110 aircraft

J&C Aero announced its collaboration with Scandinavian Airlines in support of the carrier’s upcoming European Business Class offering. As part of this project, J&C Aero has delivered its advanced Movable Class Divider solution for the entire SAS Airbus A320 and Embraer E1 fleets, encompassing a total of 110 aircraft. Designed to provide maximum cabin layout flexib...

Full Digital Tech Ops Ecosystem adopted by Air Transat

Lufthansa Technik signed an agreement with Air Transat to expand the use of the Digital Tech Ops Ecosystem. Canadian carrier will implement AVIATAR, Lufthansa Technik’s independent platform for data and analytics applications, across its entire fleet of 43 Airbus A321 and A330 aircraft. Having already adopted AMOS as its maintenance management system in 2007 and flydocs for digital records m...

Yingling Aviation becomes authorized Honeywell dealer for avionics and engines

After years of hands-on experience working on Honeywell-equipped aircraft, Yingling Aviation is now officially a Honeywell Authorized Dealer. This milestone marks a key step in Yingling’s continued expansion and reflects the company's commitment to building strong, strategic partnerships within the aviation industry. As part of this new agreement, Yingling is now approved to sell and ren...

Embraer offers new scholarships to train master's students in Aeronautical Engineering

Applications are now open for the new edition of the Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering Program offered by Embraer, a career acceleration initiative for engineers from nearly 30 different fields. Run in partnership with the Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA), the program will offer an initial monthly scholarship of R$5,000 to 45 new master’s students located in Brazil....

CARIBAVIA 2025 - knowledge advances through the clash of ideas – interview with Kathryn Creedy

Kathryn Creedy is an experienced aviation journalist and well-known figure in the field.Her publications appear in the most reputable editions. Kathryn is editor of Future Aviation/Aerospace Workforce News. Kathryn is admirable for many reasons. Today, I want to highlight her dedication to promoting aviation education. Since 2013 Kathryn has covered aviation workforce issues,challenges including d...

EME Aero inaugurates second test cell and increases capacity

EME Aero, a 50/50 joint venture between Lufthansa Technik and MTU Aero Engines, increases its MRO capacity for Pratt & Whitney GTF engines with the opening and entry into service of its second test cell on site in Jasionka, Poland. EME Aero and its shareholders have invested over 37 million US dollars in this expansion. The facility now expects to be able to service over 500 engines...

FL Technics expands European presence with strategic acquisition of Czech MRO JOB AIR Technic

FL Technics has agreed to acquire JOB AIR Technic a.s., a Czech MRO provider, subject to fulfilment of agreed closing conditions, including statutory approvals. The acquisition includes a 17,000square-meter MRO facility at Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava, Czech Republic, securing access to significant maintenance capacity at a prime location in Central Europe. Established in 1993, JO...

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AeronautX elevates training capacity with new Amsterdam Centre and strategic VistaJet alliance

AeronautX, part of the AX Aero Group, has announced the launch of a new business aviation pilot training centre in Amsterdam, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027. Created by business a...

Bombardier accelerates Asia-Pacific growth with new Sydney maintenance station and enhanced customer support

Bombardier has expanded its customer support capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region with the launch of a new Line Maintenance Station in Sydney, Australia. The facility enhances operational convenien...

ST Engineering expands global MRO capacity with new airframe maintenance facility in Singapore

ST Engineering has officially inaugurated its new Commercial Aerospace airframe maintenance, repair and overhaul facility at Changi Creek within Singapore Changi Airport. As the company's fou...