Gulfstream G700 Makes Its Debut at Catarina Aviation Show Alongside G600 and G280
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. is set to showcase its latest and most advanced business jets at the Catarina Aviation Show. This marks the debut of the Gulfstream G700, which recently entered service and is now the flagship of Gulfstream’s fleet. The event will take place from June 13-15 at São Paulo Catarina International Executive Airport in […]
Blue Islands Bolsters Fleet with Marathon Airlines E175 Lease for Expanded UK and European Routes
Blue Islands (SI, Jersey) has expanded its operational capacity through a strategic wet-lease agreement with Greek ACMI specialist Marathon Airlines (O8, Athens). This partnership involves the leasing of one E175 aircraft, identified by its registration SX-ASK (msn 17000330). Following its ferry from Athens to Jersey on June 8, 2024, according to ADS-B data, the aircraft […]
Boeing to Establish Research Facility in Daytona Beach, Creating 400 Jobs
The Boeing Company in partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) announced plans to establish a research segment of its aerospace manufacturing operations in Daytona Beach by this fall. This move is expected to create 400 high-paying positions by the end of 2026. The new facility will be located at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Center […]
Arajet Welcomes 10th Boeing 737 MAX to Its Fleet, Expanding Service Across the Americas
Arajet, the Dominican Republic-based airline, marked a significant advancement in its operational capacity with the arrival of its 10th Boeing 737 MAX in Santo Domingo today. This addition, sourced through a lessor, is part of Arajet’s strategic initiative to expand its fuel-efficient fleet and increase its route offerings across the Americas. Victor Pacheco Méndez, CEO […]
Boeing Faces Sales Challenges in May with Only Four New Orders; None for 737 Max
In May, Boeing experienced a sluggish period in new aircraft orders, securing commitments for only four planes, and notably, none for its flagship 737 Max model. This marks the second consecutive month of no new orders for the 737 Max, continuing the model’s downturn following a January incident where a side panel on a Max […]
Menzies Aviation Reports Strong Revenue Growth and Expands Global Presence in 2023 Annual Review
Menzies Aviation, an Agility Global company and a principal service partner for airports and airlines worldwide, has reported notable financial outcomes in its “2023 Annual Review & Sustainability Report.” The aviation services provider highlighted a third consecutive year of double-digit revenue growth, with revenues surging to $2.2 billion, marking a 10.7% rise from the previous […]
Airbus Reports Decrease in Aircraft Deliveries for May 2024, Cites Part Shortages
In May 2024, Airbus reported a 16 percent decline in aircraft deliveries compared to the same month last year, with 53 aircraft handed over to customers. This marks a deviation from the expected 60 deliveries and indicates potential challenges in meeting quarterly targets. “This is a setback,” commented Chloe Lemarie from Jefferies, highlighting a “significant […]
Singapore Airlines Announces Compensation Plans for Turbulence-Affected Passengers
Singapore Airlines has announced its plans to compensate passengers injured during severe turbulence on a flight from London to Singapore. The incident, which took place over Myanmar in May, resulted in the diversion of flight SQ 321 to Thailand. In a statement posted on Facebook, the airline detailed its compensation scheme, offering $10,000 (£7,800) to […]
Safran to Power German Federal Police’s New Airbus H225 Helicopters with Makila 2A Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines has been chosen to power the German Federal Police’s (Bundespolizei) new fleet of Airbus H225 helicopters, a decision unveiled at the ILA Berlin show. The contract includes 38 helicopters equipped with Makila 2A engines. This marks a continued partnership, as the Bundespolizei already operates a fleet of Makila-powered AS332 and H215 helicopters. […]
El Al Chooses Boeing for Fleet Renewal, Signs Deal for 30 737 MAX Aircraft
El Al announced on Monday its decision to select Boeing, an American aircraft manufacturer, for a monumental renewal of its fleet. Following an extensive year-long negotiation period with both Boeing and Airbus, the Israeli carrier’s board of directors has opted for exclusive talks with Boeing, setting the stage for a strategic agreement that is touted […]