My Jet, a Swiss-headquartered company that aims to revolutionize jet ownership by combining an in-house software, proprietary methodology and game changing approach to aircraft finance, was accepted as Aerosuisse member by the Association’s Executive Committee. It was announced at the AEROSUISSE Annual General Assembly that took place at the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne, Switzerland, on Th...
CityJet has assured its customers and the travelling public that there will be no disruption to its services at London City Airport arising from threatened industrial action by a minority of its London-based cabin crew who are members of the Unite trade union. A CityJet spokesperson said: “Some members of our cabin crew based at London City Airport have threatened strike action later this...
Airbus Helicopters made a lasting footprint in the Baltic region by introducing the first H125 to Latvia and the H130 to Estonia. An undisclosed operator in Latvia has placed an order for a H125 light helicopter with delivery scheduled for spring of 2017. Additionally, the first H130 light helicopter has recently been delivered to OG Elektra, a retail company located in Estonia that inte...
Deliveries of Embraer’s large-cabin business jets soared 33 percent year-over-year in the third quarter, but overall shipments fell by five jets in the comparable periods. The 25 business aircraft that the company handed over to customers in the quarter included 13 light jets (one Phenom 100E and 12 Phenom 300s) and 12 large jets (six Legacy 450s, four Legacy 500s and two Legacy 650s) versus...
The signing of the agreement was in the presence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin. "The joint venture for local production of the helicopter is a profoundly new and substantial step in the development of cooperation beyween India and Russia. The fleet of Russian-made helicopters in India is over 400 units. But this is the first of s...
SR Technics, a world leading MRO service provider, is pleased to announce the launch of Lease-end Transitioning Services, LETS, a new product developed in cooperation with Aviation Cosmetics Malta an Aircraft painting company under Dutch management. Whether it is a carrier seeking a smooth hand back or a leasing company transitioning the aircraft into its next lease, SR Technics off...
As an architect of innovations offering tailored solutions to the aeronautic market, Vision Systems will showcase its solar protection solutions including Electronically Dimmable Windows (EDWs) and wireless IFE system dedicated to regional and high-end commercial airlines. Vision Systems' electronically dimmable solutions allow passengers to tune the tint of their window from clear to dark...
This official approval by the FAA marks SD as an authorized manufacturer for avionics, as well as an authorized maintenance repair and overhaul center for all SD avionics. The certification was awarded for its development of the SD WiFi Hub, the standalone router and WiFi solution that enables onboard voice and data communications. Over the last five months, the associated processes, manufactur...
Organizing Committee of the National Business Wings Award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation has announced the call for applications for 2016 Award. The Business Wings Award will be presented in 13 categories covering all areas of business aviation activity. Both Russian and foreign companies have a chance to make a name for themselves and win the prestigious crystal...
Drones are taking off – but, as the most recent shutdown of Dubai airspace shows, the rise of the technology is causing considerable turbulence. Aside from recreational use, there are numerous commercial applications for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ranging from infrastructure inspections to document deliveries. But some specialist UAE drone consultancies have a warning for busines...
Russia and India will go on working to extend the range of BrahMos missiles and to build a fifth-generation aircraft, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday. "We will supply and improve the BrahMos missile system. We will make its ground, air-and sea-based modifications. We have agreed to work on the extension of the range of these systems. We will also work together on a fifth-ge...
These dramatic pictures show how two pilots were lucky to escape with their lives after a brand new private jet crash-landed next to an airport. Two people were on board the plane when it came down in the field next to Fairoaks Airport in Surrey and narrowly missed some large trees. Emergency services rushed to the scene following the crash at 8.35am yesterday. One of the fire officers in...
