The first and only Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) received by Innovative Solutions & Support for its patented ThrustSense® Autothrottle for retrofit in the King Air. ThrustSense, which provides FADEC like engine protection, is a full regime autothrottle, from takeoff to landing phases of flight, including go-around, that allows the pi...
Japanese New Central Airservice got new Dornier 228 from RUAG MRO International. New Central Airservice, together with their longstanding partner, Sojitz Aerospace Corporation (SOASCO), accepted delivery of their factory new 19-passenger commuter aircraft during a ceremony at the RUAG MRO International facilities in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, on 29 March 2019. A RUAG Dornier 228 cre...
500th aircraft registered is an important milestone, so we have to congratulate The States of Guernsey Aircraft Registry (“2-REG”). Such key milestone reached since registry’s formation back in December 2013 clearly shows a rapid growth. “Exceeding the 500 aircraft mark is clearly a great achievement for 2-REG,” said 2-REG Dire...
SITA played a key role in supporting the smooth opening of Ramon Airport, Israel’s newest airport, which began operations early this year. SITA provided key communications systems as well as the airport’s common-use check-in and boarding gates. All SITA's systems were tested and were put into full operation months ahead of the scheduled opening, ensuring that it was all sys...
Etihad Airways continues to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by implementing fuel saving initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. Following a number of improvements aimed at enhancing operational fleet efficiencies, Etihad Airways reduced 148,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2018. The savings are eq...
The first A330neo for Lion Air Group has rolled out of the Airbus paint shop in Toulouse, France, featuring the airline’s distinctive livery. The aircraft will be operated on lease from BOC Aviation. Altogether, Lion Air Group will acquire 10 A330neo aircraft, eight of which will be leased from BOC Aviation. The aircraft will have a single class layout seating 440 passengers and will be o...
EBACE 2019 will have an extensive presence of Mente Europe. Mente Group President and CEO Brian Proctor commented: "Since our recent expansions in Europe, and with aircraft transactions uneven throughout the continent as a result of Brexit's uncertainty, we wanted to have a powerful presence for our initial exhibit at EBACE. Mente Europe's authorized representatives from Ger...
Regardless of airlines' on-time records, passengers prefer arriving early to airports to avoid missing their flights – and women are somewhat in a bigger hurry than men. In a survey conducted by the GO Group LLC, an international ground transportation provider, 47% of women and 39% of men prefer to get to the airport at least two hours in advance of departure ti...
During EBACE there is an amazing opportunity to meet the Click Aviation Network team, excited to showcase the latest additions to international locations. Over the years, Click has experienced exponential growth as we continually expand on a global scale to serve our members with greater variety, speed and efficiency. EBACE serves as the ideal opportunity to reconnect with our cu...
Air Transat took delivery of its first Airbus A321LR aircraft. The A321LR is one of 15 the Montreal-based carrier is scheduled to receive. Air Transat leases the A321LR from AerCap. The A321LR, with its unique Airbus Cabin Flex configuration allowing for installation of additional fuel tanks, will have a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles. Air Transat plans to use the A321LR for long-dist...
Vertis Aviation reinforces business development in Africa! Please welcome Leslie Hart joining the team! Based in Johannesburg, and with a focus on Africa, Leslie is responsible for identifying new markets of opportunity, growing the charter market for aircraft currently within the Vertis portfolio, as well as strengthening the suite of marketed aircraft through the Vertis Charter M...
Leading 7th Maximising Non-Aeronautical Revenue Summit takes place This June 2019 in Singapore! With an average of 44% of global airports’ revenues deriving from the non-aeronautical sector and its increasing profitability, airports regardless of size have attempted to increase their revenue generation through non-aeronautical activities. However, with the impacts of econom...
Leonardo has signed an important contract, valued at approximately 380 mln EUR. Through its fully owned Polish company PZL-Świdnik, Leonardo will supply four AW101s and a comprehensive integrated logistics and training package to the Polish Ministry of National Defence. PZL-Świdnik, acting as the prime contractor and responsible for the entire contract execution, was selected i...
This important agreement will increase choice, flexibility and ease of connection for Emirates passengers travelling to/from Brazil Emirates announced a new codeshare partnership agreement with LATAM Airlines Brazil covering domestic services in Brazil, providing greater choice and connectivity to its customers. Emirates passengers travelling to and from Brazil will now be able to conne...
Recently, the first complete takeoff to landing flight of a MQ-9B SkyGuardian™ Remotely Piloted Aircraft using GA-ASI’s Certifiable Ground Control Station was completed. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems was utilizing Collins Aerospace Systems technology. The flight took place at the Yuma Proving Grounds in Yuma, Arizona on March 12. The Collins Aerospace Pro Lin...
Embraer delivered a total of 22 jets in the first quarter of 2019 (1Q19), of which 11 were commercial aircraft and 11 were executive jets (8 light and 3 large). As of March 31st, the firm order backlog totaled USD 16.0 billion. See details below: In the first quarter, Embraer delivered the first E175 jet to Mauritania Airlines, the first of this model to the Af...
SITAONAIR is selected by Saudi Air Navigation Services to elevate the Kingdom’s air traffic management capabilities, through to 2025. SITAONAIR will deliver its country-wide, unrivaled, state-of-the-art VHF and Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service (D-ATIS) solutions for Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS), benefiting all airlines flying in Saudi Arabia. Under the...
Largest ever Airport Service Contract is just secured by thyssenkrupp Elevator, the biggest service contract in the entire history of its Airports Solutions business! The contract is signed with Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar. The new contract is worth a triple-digit million euro amount. The company will be responsible for operation and maintenance of 90 passenge...
Stakes of Scottsdale Jet Center were acquired by Jet Aviation. The intent is quite simple - to build and operate new Jet Aviation FBO and the hangar by late 2020. The new facility is meant to complement existing facilities at Scottsdale Airport. With an expanding footprint in the US market, Scottsdale Jet Center allows Jet Aviation to continue its strategy of supporting custome...
One more reason for celebration during this year EBACE! ABS Jets , based in both, Prague and Bratislava airports, will soon mark 15 years on the market. This year’s company participation at EBACE will therefore be dedicated to celebrating this special occasion. ABS Jets began its successful journey in 2004 with only 30 employees and two small jets in its fleet. Soon a...
It’s not a secret that every airline needs highly professional and well-trained pilots. The fastest way leading an aspiring future pilot to the airline’s cockpit is the Multi-Crew Pilot Licence Program (MPL). Thea only question is why an increasing number of airlines is turning to MPL programs, and what the difference between the MPL program and traditional licensing programs is?...
