STS COMPONENT SOLUTIONS was named exclusive distributor of MarathonNorco'a mechanical products, including ball reversers, hold open rods, remote release systems and latches, in Americas, EMEA, Japan and Australia/New Zealand.
EMBRAER unveiled new developments for its Energia sustainable aircraft concepts that include going to 50-seater vs 30 and testing hydrogen gas turbine/dual fuel (GT/DF) approach in addition to hybrid electric and fuel cell technologies.
THYSSENKRUPP AEROSPACE INDIA has Dynamatic Techologies contract to manage its supply chain for raw materials (covering aluminum, steel and titanium products), warehousing and processing services for A220 program.
EMBRAER announced product enhancements for E175 (larger bins/mood lighting/IFEC/Recaro seats/next-gen avionics) and E2-Jets (2.5% lower fuel burn/more range/better GTF time on wing/more capacity/Recaro seats).
AVOLON teamed with Airbus to support development of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft through Airbus’ ZEROe Project; they will investigate how aircraft could be financed/commercialized and supported by leasing business model.
EMBRAER forecasts global demand for 10,500 sub-150-seat jets (8,470) and turboprops (2,030) worth US$640b over next 20 years; replacement of aging aircraft will account for 54% of all new deliveries while 46% will be used for growth.
AIRBUS CANADA is to receive US$1.2b investment from shareholders Airbus (US$900m) and Govt of Quebec (US$300m) to support growth in A220 program as its strives to reach 14 aircraft per month by 2026; Govt's equity redemption date was also extended to 2035. PWC estimates program will have economic impact in Canada of >$40b over next 20 years.
EMBRAER received certification from Brazil's ANAC for E190F conversion; prototype (360; ex-Avianca) was redelivered to REGIONAL ONE. E-Freighter is due to receive both EASA and FAA certification later this year and the CLS shortly after.
ITP AERO extended contract with Pratt & Whitney Canada for maintenance/repair/overhaul of mid-turbine frame (MTF) and low-pressure compressor (LPC) modules of the PW800 through 2028. It is a risk and revenue partner on program.
