ITA Airways A321neo Launches First Direct Flight from Rome to Accra, Expanding into Sub-Saharan Africa
Yesterday marked a significant expansion for ITA Airways as their first flight from Rome Fiumicino touched down at Kotoka International Airport in Accra, Ghana. The Airbus A321neo received a ceremonial water arch salute upon arrival, signifying the importance of this new route. In a late evening event, the inaugural ITA Airways flight departed from Accra […]
Textron Aviation Defense Secures $29.3 Million Modification Contract for T-6C Aircraft
Textron Aviation Defense, a business unit of Textron, has secured a significant modification contract from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center based at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH. The contract, valued at $29.3 million, is aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the T-6C aircraft and is expected to be completed by September 30, 2026. […]
Airbus Begins Construction of New A320neo Assembly Line in Toulouse
Airbus has initiated the construction of a new assembly line for its A320neo-family aircraft in Toulouse. This development, intended to replace an older facility, is designed to streamline production without increasing the total number of assembly lines. Set to become operational in 2025, the new line aims to bolster the production rates of the increasingly […]
FAA Confirms Tail Strike Incident Involving American Airlines Flight at Chicago O’Hare
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported that an American Airlines Boeing 737-800 encountered a tail strike upon landing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). The incident, which involved flight AA2715 arriving from West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), fortunately resulted in no injuries among the 108 individuals onboard. The aircraft, registered as N916AN, initially […]
Federal Judge Upholds Penalties Against United Airlines After Employee Loses Toes in 2021 Accident
A federal judge recently affirmed safety penalties against United Airlines following a distressing incident in 2021 where an employee lost five toes after being run over by an aircraft tire. The ruling permits the Occupational Safety & Hazard Administration (OSHA) to impose a fine of $14,502 on the airline for the accident that took place […]
Embraer S.A. Secures $635 Million Deal with Malaysia’s SKS Airways for E195-E2 Jets
Embraer S.A. (ERJ) has recently secured a significant contract with Malaysia’s SKS Airways, involving the supply of E195-E2 jets. The agreement, valued at $635 million, includes an order for 10 E2 Jets. This move marks Embraer’s strategic expansion in the Southeast Asian market, enhancing its presence in the broader Asia Pacific region. With this new […]
Embraer Showcases Praetor 600 and Phenom 300E at EBACE, Tailoring Jets for European Operators
At the recent EBACE convention in Geneva, Embraer showcased two of its aircraft models tailored for the European market: the Praetor 600, a super-midsize jet, and the Phenom 300E, a light jet. According to Ricardo Carvalhal, Embraer’s director of sales engineering, the company’s decision to highlight these models was strategic, reflecting their suitability for European […]
Liebherr-Aerospace Awarded Contract to Develop Flight Control Computers for Airbus A320 Family
Liebherr-Aerospace has been selected by Airbus to develop and supply flight control computers for its commercial aircraft, underscoring a significant advancement in avionics. This development will see the integration of state-of-the-art flight control systems within the Airbus fleet, enhancing both performance and safety. The new contract will lead to the creation of two advanced flight […]
Close Call at Bristol: TUI 737 Struggles to Take Off Due to Autothrust Issue
In a dramatic incident at Bristol Airport on March 4, a TUI flight bound for Gran Canaria nearly ended in disaster when a Boeing 737-8K5 jet struggled to take off due to a fault in its acceleration. A report from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) revealed that the aircraft had only 260 meters of […]
Southwest 737-700 Returns to Denver After Tire Failure, Lands Safely
A Southwest Airlines flight bound for Phoenix was forced to return to Denver International Airport after experiencing a tire failure shortly after takeoff. Flight 225, a Boeing 737-700, encountered significant distress among passengers, culminating in an emergency landing that ultimately concluded without further incident. Julianna Donadio, a passenger on the flight, recounted the tense moments […]