Airbus says that it will be one of the largest exhibitors at the upcoming Singapore Airshow, showcasing its latest products, services and its commitment to sustainable aerospace. Taking centre-stage during the flying display will be the long range A350-1000. At the...
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Maintenance, repair and overhaul news from around the world
Natilus announces $6bn commitments for autonomous cargo aircraft
Natilus, a US company producing the world’s first purposefully designed and manufactured autonomous aircraft for air freight transport, has announced advanced purchase commitments of more than $6 billion for the delivery of 440+ aircraft in pre-orders, from companies...
Azul Cargo introduces Class-F freighter aircraft
Azul Cargo has introduced the world's first Class F freighter aircraft. This innovative initiative was conducted in-house in partnership with LHColus Tecnologia, starting with the conceptual design development, cabin preparation, concept proof and development test...
Lynx Air uses IBS Software’s iFlight to power its operations
IBS Software has partnered with Lynx Air (Lynx), Canada's new airline, to manage its flight operations. IBS's iFlight digital platform will optimize Lynx's flight and crew operations in keeping with the airline's ultra low-cost business model. iFlight provides a fully...
IAI completes conversion of 100th B767-300 aircraft
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has completed the conversion of the 100th B767-300 aircraft, becoming the world leader in conversions of this model. The 100th B767-300 freighter was converted at IAI’s cargo conversion facility in Tel Aviv, Israel, prior to being...
AirAsia mulling cargo airline acquisition
AirAsia is reported to be considering acquiring the all-cargo airline Raya Airways in order to boost revenues by tapping into South-east Asia’s air cargo market. The rumours have been denied by all parties but local media are reporting that AirAsia’s interest in a...
Modern Aviation closes the acquisition of FBO assets from Sheltair Aviation at JFK and LaGuardia Airports
Modern Aviation has closed the acquisition of the FBO assets and operations at JFK International Airport and LaGuardia Airport from Sheltair Aviation, the nation's largest privately-owned aviation network. Sheltair's President Lisa Holland, stated, "We are enormously...
ASUR announces total passenger traffic for January 2022
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR), an international airport group with operations in Mexico, the US and Colombia, announced passenger traffic for January 2022 reached a total of 4.8 million passengers, 3.3% above the levels reported in January 2019, reflecting a...
Corporación América Airports expands business in the Brasília Airport Region
Corporación América Airports (CAAP), the private sector airport concession operator, has announced that its subsidiary Inframerica, which operates the Brasilia Airport in Brazil, will start the expansion works of the airport site, in 2022. This is the second phase of...
magniX and DESAER announce partnership to develop hybrid electric aircraft
magniX, the company powering the electric aviation revolution, has announced a partnership with Brazilian aeronautical company, DESAER, to develop the ATL-100H, a hybrid electric iteration of the ATL-100 regional aircraft. The ATL-100H is expected to save between 25 -...
PTS Aviation leases CFM56-5 to major North American Part 121 carrier under Long-Term Agreement
PTS Aviation has signed a comprehensive three-year General Terms and Aircraft Engine Lease Agreement (GTA/ELA) with a major North American Part 121 carrier, effective immediately. The initial ELA establishes the lease of one serviceable CFM56-5A1F engine for a...
Kaman Composites expands Part 145 capabilities with FAA approval of ATR and ERJ composite repairs
Kaman Composites’ FAA Part 145 Repair Station in Wichita, Kansas has earned FAA approval of two new composite repair capabilities, to include ATR and ERJ airframes. “We aligned our strategic plan last year to assure composite repair capabilities on platforms where...