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
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
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
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
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
Bombardier Defense, a subsidiary of Bombardier, has recently inked a significant agreement with Aero-Dienst GmbH, part of the Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC), to provide a new Challenger 650 aircraft specifically converted for medevac operations. This
HTM Helicopters has recently augmented its fleet with a new order for an Airbus H145 helicopter, alongside options to acquire two more of the same model. This expansion is strategically aimed at bolstering their capabilities
As the aviation industry sets its sights on achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, significant challenges loom that could drive up the cost of air travel, according to industry experts. Willie Walsh, Director General of
The WestJet Group is set to expand its fleet with the acquisition of a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from aviation leasing company AerDragon, a move aimed at bolstering its capacity for the upcoming 2024
The United States Space Force, the military’s newest branch, has tapped aerospace leaders Boeing and Northrop Grumman for the development of prototypes under its Protected Tactical Satellite-Resilient (PTS-R) program. This initiative is part of a
In a notable legal decision, Textron Innovations, the parent company of the well-known Beechcraft airplane brand, has been found guilty of reverse domain name hijacking. This verdict came after Textron lodged a cybersquatting complaint against
An Air Canada flight destined for Paris from Toronto was forced to return to Pearson Airport shortly after takeoff due to an engine issue, marking the second such incident involving the airline in just two
Qatar Executive (QE), the executive jet branch of Qatar Airways Group, has recently expanded its fleet by acquiring two state-of-the-art Gulfstream G700 aircraft. This addition positions QE as the first operator in the Gulf region
Boeing’s CEO, Dave Calhoun, is set to appear before the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations on June 18, following allegations from whistleblowers of safety concerns in the manufacturing of its commercial aircraft. The hearing
Airbus is set to enhance the cabin experience for passengers of two Asian airlines through significant retrofit contracts involving both wide-body and narrow-body aircraft. The European aircraft manufacturer has signed a Letter of Intent with
In a significant step for space exploration, Boeing’s Starliner capsule, along with its two astronauts, successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS) on Thursday, overcoming initial technical difficulties. This event marked a historic moment
In a significant development for German aviation, Lufthansa Technik has officially handed over the last Airbus A350 to the German Air Force, marking a pivotal moment at the ILA Berlin Air Show. The aircraft, registered
Emirates has announced a strategic collaboration with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Airbus to introduce an advanced Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) program tailored for the A350 aircraft type rating. This initiative comes
After nearly four years of pandemic-induced dormancy, Cathay Pacific is celebrating a significant milestone. On Thursday, the last aircraft of Cathay’s fleet, stored at Alice Springs, will depart, marking the end of a challenging chapter
In a significant move towards sustainable urban air mobility, Archer Aviation has been granted a critical Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification, nudging the electric air taxi manufacturer closer to operational status. This certification paves the
In a significant move to boost operational efficiency and enhance pilot workflow, TAP Air Portugal has expanded its partnership with NAVBLUE by adopting their advanced Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) solutions, Mission+ FLIGHT and Flysmart+. These
NetJets, a premium aviation division of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc., has initiated a defamation lawsuit against its pilots’ union, which comprises 3,400 members, according to reports. The legal action was filed in a state
GE Aerospace is set to expand its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations in Tres Rios, Brazil, with a significant investment of approximately $82 million (BRL 430 million). This strategic initiative aims to enhance the
On Wednesday, June 5, Qatar Airways Flight 98Y touched down safely at Boston Logan International Airport at approximately 7:45 a.m. The Airbus A350, originating from Doha, Qatar, was met with a potentially critical situation when
