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Muirhead to unveil chrome- and heavy metal-free leather technology at AIX 2024

Muirhead is set to unveil its chrome- and heavy metal-free FreeTAN tanning solution with free FR technology at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2024. Scottish manufacturer has fully replaced its existing tanning chemistry with compostable technology, marking a significant stride in its commitment to eliminating the use of fossil fuels, oil-based elements, and heavy metals from all its operat...

LS GROUP developed a configurator offering an immersive experience for Airbus Corporate Jets customers

Airbus Corporate Jets is relying on LS GROUP virtual reality expertise to help its customers customise their business jets.Founded in 2007, Airbus Corporate Jets offers a range of business jets featuring the latest technologies. The recently launched ACJ TwoTwenty opens up a whole new market segment, the "Xtra Large Bizjet". Designed by Sylvain Mariat, the cabins feature a...

AeroGuard Flight Training Center announces partnership with China Airlines to train cadet pilots

AeroGuard Flight Training Center announces new partnership with Taiwan-based China Airlines. This significant agreement marks a pivotal milestone for AeroGuard as it expands its training on a global scale to professionally prepare future pilots for the world’s leading airlines. Within this agreement, AeroGuard will be the flight training provider for China Airlines’ cade...

Eve Air Mobility presents vector and provides updates on Urban ATM Software development

Eve Air Mobility released Urban Air Traffic Management software and provided updates on the solution’s development. Vector will be an agnostic software solution designed to safely address the unique air traffic and network management challenges of current and future AAM operations, focusing on fleet and vertiport operators, and future service providers for AAM, including Air Naviga...

ANRA Technologies establishes U-space Test Center in partnership with Estonian Aviation Academy

ANRA Technologies announced a strategic partnership with Estonian Aviation Academy with a mission to educate and train future aviation talent. ANRA Technologies and Estonian Aviation Academy will jointly co-develop, manage, and operate an Uncrewed Aircraft Systems testing facility in Tartu, Estonia, for the wide-scale development and deployment of UAS technologies for U-space implementat...

QOCO Systems launches MRO solution combining flight ops, maintenance planning, and HR systems

QOCO Systems announced the launch of its latest innovation, MROTools.io - Assignment. Developed in collaboration with leading industry operators, Assignment is a modern, reliable, and cost-efficient solution that combines three separate modules currently used in maintenance planning – HR, maintenance, and flight ops systems – into one easy-to-use interface. Ilari Neit...

Sunclass Airlines and Lufthansa Technik expand their cooperation

Sunclass Airlines and Lufthansa Technik have signed a contract to provide Total Component Support for its current and future Airbus A321neo and A330neo fleets. In addition, the existing component support agreement for the Airbus A321ceo fleet has been extended. Both contracts will run until January 2030, covering the provision of parts from Lufthansa Technik’s extensive material po...

Robinson Helicopter celebrates 45 years of the R22

Robinson Helicopter Company celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic two-seat R22 helicopter. On March 16, 1979, Robinson received FAA certification for the R22, which has been enshrined in the Smithsonian Museum since September 2004. With a legacy of accessibility, reliability, and versatility, the R22 revolutionized the personal helicopter market. Many of the world's...

Airways Aviation and International Institute of Aviation announce education alliance in India

Global Aviation Education, Airways Aviation Group and International Institute of Aviation signed a MoU, laying groundwork fornew education alliance aimed at delivering a series of courses and seminars across India. Designed to address the expanding needs of the industry, offerings will commence with Indian DGCA CPL Theory along with the Airways Aviation Foundation classes...

EHang EH216-S eVTOL successfully completed its debut flight in Latin America

EHang announced debut flight of EH216-S eVTOL aircraft in Latin America demonstrating safe, environmentally friendly and accessible Advanced Air Mobility in the region. EH216-S demonstration flight took place at the impressive Reserva Conchal resort, in Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. Framed under a dedicated ceremony to highlight the advantages of AAM, on the sustainab...

Destinations we serve are not always hospitable, but we find solution for every need – Marco Prud'homme Nolinor Aviation

The best of both worlds, any idea, if we talk about aviation? An airline with a  fleet offering several combi configurations to group passengers and cargo on the same flight. One more discovery for 50skyshades to be honest. Looking at services provided, the best statement characterizing this comapny is "solution provider". 32 years of experience, the largest airline specialisin...

CAE signs long-term agreement with Akasa Air for Boeing 737MAX pilot training

CAE  has signed a long-term agreement with Akasa Air to provide Boeing 737MAX pilot training at CAE facilities in India. Akasa Air will leverage CAE best-in-class training facilities, instructors, and latest generation full-flight simulators for the next 15 years, fulfilling the airline’s commitment to develop the world’s best-trained pilots who meet the highest tra...

Falcon 6X Makes Debut at Macau FBO, Handled by TAG Macau FBO

TAG Macau FBO announced successful arrival of the Falcon 6X at Macau FBO and the opportunity to handle this state-of-the-art aircraft. The Falcon 6X, recently certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, marks a new era in business aviation with its cutting-edge technology and exceptional performance. Rita Tam, General Manager, TA...

TARMAC Aerosave and ATR strengthen partnership for regional aircraft recycling

TARMAC Aerosave and ATR have strengthened their partnership to recycle manufacturer's regional aircraft. Three ATRs were recycled in 2023, and four more are planned in 2024. These projects will provide valuable spare parts and contribute to the circular economy. In 2017, ATR was one of the first manufacturers to launch a decommissioning project, with a view to control all phases...

IAE AG successfully tests V2500 engine on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel

IAE International Aero Engines AG has successfully tested the V2500 engine with 100% sustainable aviation fuel at MTU Maintenance Hannover, Germany. The V2500 engine currently powers the A320ceo family aircraft and the Embraer C-390 Millenium. The V2500 engine test was run on 100% Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids Synthetic Paraffinic Kerosine (HEFA-SPK) fuel supplied by Neste....

Phenix Jet Cayman (Hong Kong) expands its luxury charter fleet with new Global 7500

Phenix Jet Cayman (Hong Kong) announced latest addition to its Asia-based charter fleet: a brand-new Bombardier Global 7500 aircraft. This state-of-the-art, ultra-long-range jet is now ready to provide unparalleled luxury travel experiences to meet clients. The Global 7500 is the pinnacle of private aviation, offering the ultimate in comfort, speed, and range. It is capable of non-s...

Rolls-Royce announces investment in large engine assembly, test and shop visit capacity

Rolls-Royce is investing in its assembly, test and shop visit capacity in the UK and Germany to address growing long-term demand for new civil large engines and improve customer aftermarket support services for its global Trent fleet. As outlined at last year’ Capital Markets Day, Rolls-Royce expects an annual increase of 7 - 9% of Rolls-Royce powered aircraft in service for the re...

Tamarack Aerospace presented Eco-SMARTWING solution for A320 at 2024 Sustainable Aviation Colorado Cleantech Challenge

Tamarack Aerospace was one of 13 companies selected to present their innovative aviation sustainability technology at the 2024 Sustainable Aviation Cleantech Challenge. Held in Denver, Colorado the event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and investors committed to advancing sustainable solutions in aviation, and Tamarack MOU partner, Ampaire, won top honors. At the event, Tamarac...

Dynamatic Technologies announces strategic partnership with Deutsche Aircraft for D328eco rear fuselage

Dynamatic Technologies announced new partnership with Deutsche Aircraft. The collaboration focuses on producing the Rear Fuselage for the 40-seater D328eco regional turboprop aircraft. This marks a significant moment for the "Make in India” initiative and will bring work to the highly capable ecosystem here. The contract signifies an important milestone as...

Monterey Fuel Company extends Avfuel partnership

Monterey Fuel Company signed theextension of its partnership with Avfuel Corporation, solidifying Avfuel as the branded fuel supply partner for its two FBOs at Monterey Regional Airport (KMRY)—Del Monte Aviation and Monterey Jet Center—for another decade. This long-term extension underscores the strong, symbiotic relationship of the two companies. Monterey Fuel Company and Avfuel...

Air Tanzania joins De Havilland Canada component solutions program to support to its growing fleet of Dash 8-400

De Havilland Canada announced that Air Tanzania has signed a De Havilland Component Solutions Program agreement to support its growing fleet of Dash-8 400 aircraft.The DCS Program will provide Air Tanzania with comprehensive component maintenance, repair and overhaul services, and access to a strategically located spare part exchange pool.    Leighton Storsley, De Havil...