Seat specialist Recaro is to launch a new economy class seat Basic Line 3520 which it says reduces the weight of each seat unit to less than 11kg – making it 30 per cent lighter than the previous model.

Saudi Arabian Airlines has teamed with Boeing and Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI) to modernize the flag carrier's 777 fleet to enhance the passenger experience and environment. The project involves modifying the interiors of 22 of Saudi Arabian Airlines' 23 Boeing 777-200ERs (extended range).

American MRO provider Aviation Technical Services (ATS) has been awarded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) certification.

Business aircraft owners who have been mulling over decisions to appoint a completions centre may have just missed the boat with the leading American centre at Gore Design Completions. (GDC)

Panasonic Avionics Corporation today announced the first test flight of its eXTV service which could open the way to live TV broadcasts to business aircraft such as the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ).

The roll-out of the special edition TBM 850 to celebrate the centenary of the French airframer will take place on February 17th.

Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic) and AeroMobile announced today that Emirates Airline has extended its commitment for in-flight mobile connectivity with an order for an additional 84 eXPhone systems for installation.

French aeronautical engineering specialiast Aeroconseil - which has major regional presence in Tunisia - announced a new cabin renovation contract at the MRO Middle East show in Dubai today.