The aerospace industry was left contemplating the devastating impact of cyber-attacks after hackers stole $55m from parts manufacturer FACC via wire fraud last month. It increasingly seems to be a question of when, rather than if, an organization will fall victim.

In separate announcements, the FAA and NTSB reinforced warnings about the dangers of transporting lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries as bulk cargo in passenger and freighter aircraft.

Dubai based Avtrade has completed the purchase of a serviceable Airbus A319 aircraft MSN 2891 DOM 2006 for part-out.

AJW Group, that has offices in Dubai, is expanding its capabilities in Asia.

As OEMS increase aftermarket penetration, stand-alone MRO providers must devise new strategies and customized service approaches to remain competitive.

Forecasters are predicting a substantial increase in airline passenger traffic in the coming years. This will, in turn, increase the pressure on the regional airlines to maintain flight schedules.

Hong Kong-based Dragonair has revealed a new name and livery in an effort to align itself more closely with parent Cathay Pacific.

Chromalloy Arabia, a supplier of repairs, coatings, investing castings and services for turbine airfoils and engine components, announced the opening of its new sales and customer support office in Dubai Airport Free Zone.