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Air Transport

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DELTA AIR LINES

Apr 23, 2021
DELTA AIR LINES ordered 25 more GTF-powered, 194-seat A321neos, and has now ordered 125 for delivery starting in 1H22, holding purchase rights for…
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UNITED

Apr 23, 2021
UNITED plans in June to add >480 daily flights to its US schedule and will fly its largest schedule since before the pandemic (>3,100 total daily…
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VOLARIS

Apr 23, 2021
VOLARIS had MXP733m net loss in 1Q21 (vs MXP1.5b loss in 1Q20) on 18.2% lower revenues; traffic (RPMs) dropped 18.7%.
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HAWAIIAN AIRLINES

Apr 23, 2021
HAWAIIAN AIRLINES began twice-weekly Honolulu-Austin, TX (A330); it is adding a third flight on May 28.
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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

Apr 23, 2021
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES signed MOUs with Marathon Petroleum and Phillips 66 to facilitate development and production of SAF.
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EMIRATES

Apr 23, 2021
EMIRATES plans July 2 to resume four-times-weekly Dubai-Barcelona-Mexico City (777-200LR).
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ALASKA AIRLINES

Apr 23, 2021
ALASKA AIRLINES expects to reach 100% of 2019 capacity by mid-2022; it is seeing a surge in leisure demand, but business travel continues to be…
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DHL

Apr 23, 2021
DHL took delivery of new 777F (66815) for operation by KALITTA AIR; it has 11 more on order.
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S7

Apr 23, 2021
S7, Russia took delivery of sixth GTF-powered A320neo (10160) on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital as part of deal for eight.
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AEROMEXICO

Apr 26, 2021
AEROMEXICO reached agreement to add 24 new 737 MAXs and four 787-9s in 2021/2022 as part of restructured agreements with Boeing and certain lessors,…
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CAA CONGO

Apr 26, 2021
CAA CONGO, Democratic Republic of Congo leased converted ATR 72-500F (775; ex-Jet Airways) from Aergo Capital.
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SKYWEST AIRLINES

Apr 26, 2021
SKYWEST AIRLINES has secured $250m from US Treasury via Payroll Support Program 3 in exchange for stock warrants.
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QATAR AIRWAYS

Apr 26, 2021
QATAR AIRWAYS plans June 16 to begin three-times-weekly Doha-Accra-Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire (787).
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AIR SERBIA

Apr 26, 2021
AIR SERBIA leased ex-Aeroflot A330-200 (973) with Trent 700s from AerCap.
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CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS

Apr 26, 2021
CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS is expected reduce its 777X order from 21 to 10-15 for delivery starting in 2025.
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DELTA AIR LINES

Apr 26, 2021
DELTA AIR LINES plans to begin daily JFK-Athens on May 28 and daily Atlanta-Athens on July 2 (A330).
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DELTA AIR LINES

Apr 26, 2021
DELTA AIR LINES has secured $3.1b from US Treasury via Payroll Support Program 3 in exchange for stock warrants.
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SINGAPORE AIRLINES

Apr 26, 2021
SINGAPORE AIRLINES plans May 4 to resume Singapore-Denpasar (737-800).
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AIR CAIRO

Apr 26, 2021
AIR CAIRO took delivery of new 186-seat A320neo (10152) with LEAPs on lease from ICBC Leasing.
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FLIGHTAWARE

Apr 26, 2021
FLIGHTAWARE says China has officially surpassed 2019 commercial flight traffic levels for first time since pandemic began.
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JETBLUE

Apr 27, 2021
JETBLUE had $247m net loss in 1Q21 (vs $268m loss in 1Q20) on 54% lower revenues. It ended quarter with $3.2b in cash.
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GRIFFIN GLOBAL ASSET MANAGEMENT

Apr 27, 2021
GRIFFIN GLOBAL ASSET MANAGEMENT closed $1b warehouse facility via joint venture with BAIN CAPITAL CREDIT to build a diversified aviation portfolio in…
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AIRCASTLE

Apr 27, 2021
AIRCASTLE extended $1b revolving credit facility with ten global financial institutions from June 2022 to April 2025.
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AEROCENTURY

Apr 27, 2021
AEROCENTURY, CA received Bankruptcy Court authorization to continue to access funding and approval for marketing and sale procedures with respect to…
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JETBLUE

Apr 27, 2021
JETBLUE placed its first A220-300 (55099) into revenue service (Boston-Tampa); second is expected shortly and third in May.
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AERO BRIDGEWORKS

Apr 27, 2021
AERO BRIDGEWORKS is providing ADB SAFEGATE automated aircraft parking solution for 14-gate concourse operated by American at Reagan National.
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LAX

Apr 27, 2021
LAX handled 2.6m pax in March, down 20.5% vs March 2020.
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RYANAIR

Apr 27, 2021
RYANAIR issued early release of its Summer 2022 schedule that includes >10,000 weekly flights to 500 destinations in Europe.
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FINNAIR

Apr 27, 2021
FINNAIR lost €143.2m in 1Q21 (vs €91.1m loss in 1Q20) on 80% lower revenues, ending quarter with €665.3m cash. It increased its savings target of…
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FL TECHNICS LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS

Apr 27, 2021
FL TECHNICS LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS was formed to provide specialized freight operations for FL Technics and third parties.
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AMERICAN

Apr 27, 2021
AMERICAN has secured $3.3b from US Treasury via Payroll Support Program 3 in exchange for stock warrants.
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BREEZE AIRWAYS

Apr 27, 2021
BREEZE AIRWAYS was identified as customer for 20 A220-300s ordered in March (SPNWS; April 9); it has now ordered 80.
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GREEN AFRICA

Apr 28, 2021
GREEN AFRICA, Nigeria leased three ex-Azul ATR 72-600s (1057/1076/TBA) from ACIA Aero Leasing in prep for startup.
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AIRBALTIC

Apr 28, 2021
AIRBALTIC plans in July to begin Riga-Valencia, Spain/-Pisa, Italy/-Kos, Greece (A220). It will then fly 96 routes.
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DUBAI INTL AIRPORT

Apr 28, 2021
DUBAI INTL AIRPORT handled 5.75m pax in 1Q21, down 68% vs 1Q20.
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SILK WAY WEST AIRLINES

Apr 28, 2021
SILK WAY WEST AIRLINES, Azerbaijan ordered five 777Fs for delivery in 2023-2027; it currently operates eight 747Fs.
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CHINA EASTERN AIRLINES

Apr 28, 2021
CHINA EASTERN AIRLINES posted RMB11.8b net loss in 2020 (vs RMB3.2b net profit in 2019) on 51.5% lower revenues.
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AERCAP

Apr 28, 2021
AERCAP had $228m net income on $1.1b in 1Q21 vs $280m on $1.2b in 1Q20, and ended quarter with owned/managed/committed fleet of 1,321 aircraft with…
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AERO MONGOLIA

Apr 28, 2021
AERO MONGOLIA agreed to lease ex-Brussels Airlines A319-100 (3895) with CFM56s from World Star Aviation.
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HAWAIIAN AIRLINES

Apr 28, 2021
HAWAIIAN AIRLINES had $60.7m net loss in 1Q21 (vs $144.4m loss in 1Q20) on 67.4% lower revenues; it has $1.9b cash.
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S7

Apr 28, 2021
S7, Russia leased seventh/eighth GTF-powered A320neos (10139/10175) from SMBC Aviation Capital, completing deal for eight.
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AERGO CAPITAL

Apr 28, 2021
AERGO CAPITAL acquired 20 unidentified Dash 8-400s in deal arranged by FPG Amentum; it says it is confident in its ability to place these aircraft in…
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UTAIR AVIATION

Apr 28, 2021
UTAIR AVIATION, Russia leased ex-GOL 737-800 (35828) from Carlyle Aviation Partners.
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CALLY AIR

Apr 29, 2021
CALLY AIR, Nigeria acquired second ex-airBaltic 737-300 (30334) for startup out of Calabar Airport (SPNWS; April 9).
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GOL

Apr 29, 2021
GOL had R$2.5b net loss in 1Q21 (vs R$2.3b loss in 1Q20) on 50% lower revenues, and ended quarter with R$1.8b in liquidity. It is initiating a…
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JETBLUE

Apr 27, 2021
JETBLUE placed its first A220-300 (55099) into revenue service (Boston-Tampa); second is expected shortly and third in May.
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TRANSAT

Apr 29, 2021
TRANSAT secured C$700m in funding from Government of Canada (via LEEFF program) to offset losses from COVID-19.
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AIRBUS

Apr 29, 2021
AIRBUS had €362m net income on €10.5b revenues in 1Q21 vs €481m net loss on €10.6b in 1Q20; Commercial Aircraft earned €343m (vs €57m) on 4% lower…
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AVOLON

Apr 29, 2021
AVOLON had $83m net loss on $470m lease revenues in 1Q21 vs $141m profit on $644m in 1Q20, and ended quarter with owned/managed/committed fleet of…
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PEGASUS

Apr 29, 2021
PEGASUS plans May 7 to begin twice-weekly Istanbul-Batumi, Georgia/-Odesa, Ukraine/-Iğdır, Turkey (737).
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CATHAY PACIFIC

Apr 29, 2021
CATHAY PACIFIC plans May 21 to resume weekly Hong Kong-Dubai (A330-300).
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JUNEYAO AIRLINES

Apr 29, 2021
JUNEYAO AIRLINES, China leased new GTF-powered A321neo (10276) from Aviation Capital Group.
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AVELO AIRLINES

Apr 29, 2021
AVELO AIRLINES launched operations out of Burbank, CA (to Sonoma County, CA). It plans to eventually serve 11 routes,
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LUFTHANSA GROUP

Apr 29, 2021
LUFTHANSA GROUP had €1b net loss in 1Q21 (vs €2.1b loss in 1Q20) on 60% lower revenues, and ended quarter with €10.6b in liquidity; traffic revenues…
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MESA AIR GROUP

Apr 29, 2021
MESA AIR GROUP has secured $195m from US Treasury via Payroll Support Program 3 in exchange for stock warrants.
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VIVA AEROBUS

Apr 29, 2021
VIVA AEROBUS, Mexico secured US$150m in funding from CarVal Investors over next five years to finance growth.
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BREEZE AIRWAYS

Apr 29, 2021
BREEZE AIRWAYS took delivery of ex-Air Canada E190 (115) on lease from Nordic Aviation Capital.
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EMBRAER

Apr 29, 2021
EMBRAER booked order in April for 30 E195-E2s from an undisclosed customer for delivery starting in 2022.
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FRONTIER AIRLINES

Apr 29, 2021
FRONTIER AIRLINES took delivery of three LEAP-powered A320neos (10384/10452/10510) on lease from Jackson Square Aviation.
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CARGOLUX

Apr 29, 2021
CARGOLUX had US$769m net profit in 2020 (vs $20m in 2019) on 40% higher revenues, and ended year with 30 747Fs.

Aerospace

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AEROPARTS NOW

Apr 23, 2021
AEROPARTS NOW and THE 145 formed strategic partnership to integrate their respective parts e-commerce platforms.
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HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Apr 23, 2021
HONEYWELL AEROSPACE earned $762m on $2.6b sales in 1Q21 vs $937m on $3.3b in 1Q20 and $838m on $3.3b in 1Q19.
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AVCORP INDUSTRIES

Apr 23, 2021
AVCORP INDUSTRIES is forecasting EBITDA of C$20m on C$24m revenues (46% commercial/54% defense) for 1Q21 with order backlog of $393m (83% commercial…
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SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES

Apr 23, 2021
SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES (ParkOhio) acquired NYK COMPONENT SOLUTIONS, UK (distributor of circular connectors).
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JETBLUE TECHNOLOGY VENTURES

Apr 23, 2021
JETBLUE TECHNOLOGY VENTURES has invested in UNIVERSAL HYDROGEN, CA to accelerate development of its hydrogen logistics network and conversion kits to…
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GREENBRIAR EQUITY GROUP

Apr 26, 2021
GREENBRIAR EQUITY GROUP acquired PCX AEROSYSTEMS, CT (flight critical assemblies) in transaction concurrent with completion of the previously…
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AIR BP

Apr 26, 2021
AIR BP was selected by Michelin Air Services to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at Clermont Ferrand Auvergne Airport, France.
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ALINDA CAPITAL PARTNERS

Apr 26, 2021
ALINDA CAPITAL PARTNERS has acquired ACL AIRSHOP, SC (ULD logistics solutions).
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LEONARDO

Apr 26, 2021
LEONARDO agreed to acquire a 25.1% stake in HENSOLDT, Germany (sensor solutions) from KKR for €606m.
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BARFIELD

Apr 26, 2021
BARFIELD, Miami has warranty repair and distribution agreement with Toulouse-based Falgayras for its A220 wiper motors.
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COLLINS AEROSPACE

Apr 27, 2021
COLLINS AEROSPACE earned $314m on $4.4b sales in 1Q21 vs $1.2b on $6.4b in 1Q20; and PRATT & WHITNEY earned $20m on $4b sales in 1Q21 vs $475m on $5…
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EMBRAER

Apr 27, 2021
EMBRAER delivered nine commercial jets (two E1s/seven E2s) in 1Q21 vs five (three E1s/two E2s) in 1Q20.
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EMBRAER

Apr 27, 2021
EMBRAER delivered 13 business jets (10 Phenoms/three Praetors) in 1Q21 vs nine (five Phenoms/four Praetors) in 1Q20.
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SPIRIT EVERGREEN AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS

Apr 28, 2021
SPIRIT EVERGREEN AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS (SEAS) is being formed by Spirit AeroSystems and EGAT to provide MRO aftermarket services out of Taiwan for…
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BARFIELD

Apr 28, 2021
BARFIELD (AFI KLM E&M), Miami signed agreement with Donecle to sell and support its airplane inspection drone solution in the Americas.
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KARMARK GROUP

Apr 28, 2021
KARMARK GROUP was selected by Eastman Aviation Solutions as distributor of its turbine engine oils, Skydrol hydraulic fluids, and SkyKleen aviation…
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GE AVIATION

Apr 28, 2021
GE AVIATION earned $641m on $5b revenues in 1Q21 vs $1b on $6.9b in 1Q20; it delivered 359 commercial engines (188 LEAPs) vs 530 (272). It says…
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BOEING

Apr 28, 2021
BOEING posted $537m net loss on $15.2b revenues in 1Q21 vs $628m loss on $16.9b in 1Q20; BCA revenues fell to $4.3b, driven by lower 787 deliveries,…
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BOEING

Apr 29, 2021
BOEING says 737 program is currently producing at a low rate and expects to gradually increase production to 31 per month in early 2022; it adds 777…
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BOEING

Apr 29, 2021
BOEING reports that it has delivered >85 737 MAXs to customers and 21 airlines have returned their aircraft to service with 26,000 revenue flights…
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AIRBUS

Apr 29, 2021
AIRBUS had €362m net income on €10.5b revenues in 1Q21 vs €481m net loss on €10.6b in 1Q20; Commercial Aircraft earned €343m (vs €57m) on 4% lower…
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EMBRAER

Apr 29, 2021
EMBRAER was selected by Azul and Republic Airways to manage spare parts planning/replenishment under its ECIP program.
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AQUILA AVIATION VENTURES

Apr 29, 2021
AQUILA AVIATION VENTURES, TX was formed by City+Ventures and Mente Group to invest in high-growth firms within the private aviation sector; Aquila…
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GDC TECHNICS

Apr 29, 2021
GDC TECHNICS, TX filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy following cancellation by Boeing of contracts on Air Force One program.
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STARBURST AEROSPACE

Apr 29, 2021
STARBURST AEROSPACE introduced its Singapore Aviation Accelerator to promote innovation and accelerate the growth of startups in Asia Pacific region.

Business Aviation

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SHELTAIR

Apr 23, 2021
SHELTAIR acquired APEX EXECUTIVE JET CENTER (FBO) at Orlando Melbourne, FL, expanding its 250,000 sq ft hangar facility at airport with 12,400 sq ft…
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PIPER AIRCRAFT

Apr 28, 2021
PIPER AIRCRAFT has EASA certification for its M600/SLS HALO safety system with Garmin Autoland.
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GENERAL DYNAMICS AEROSPACE

Apr 28, 2021
GENERAL DYNAMICS AEROSPACE earned $220m on $1.9b sales in 1Q21 vs $240m on $1.7b in 1Q21, and ended quarter with $11.9b backlog vs $13.3b a year ago…

MRO

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RAMCO SYSTEMS

Apr 23, 2021
RAMCO SYSTEMS, India says it has gone live at leading MRO provider with its Aviation M&E MRO Software V5.8 after partnering with AEROXCHANGE to…
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STANDARDAERO

Apr 23, 2021
STANDARDAERO was licensed by Honeywell for repairs at Hialeah, FL for broad number of helicopter/turboprop engine LRUs and accessories, including…
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STANDARDAERO

Apr 23, 2021
STANDARDAERO was licensed by Triumph Group for repairs at Fort Myers, FL on M250 hydromechanical units/fuel pumps.
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AVAIR

Apr 26, 2021
AVAIR, AZ acquired 1.5m consumables and 30,000 tagged rotables from Iberia Maintenance; deal includes multi-year MRO support for CFM56/V2500/RB211.
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GAMECO

Apr 26, 2021
GAMECO completed its first CAAC-registered 737-800BCF (39393) for BOCOMM Leasing and China Postal Airlines.
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AFI KLM E&M

Apr 26, 2021
AFI KLM E&M renewed deal with Corendon Dutch Airlines for 737NG/MAX component support; maintenance operations will be carried out by AFI KLM E&M and…
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LOTAMS

Apr 26, 2021
LOTAMS completed redelivery check, including C-Check/paint, on 737-800 (30291) for Air Europa/Aviation Capital Group.
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C&L AEROSPACE

Apr 26, 2021
C&L AEROSPACE purchased nine ERJ 145s from unidentified European operator for part out at Clermont-Ferrand, France.
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PIA ENGINEERING

Apr 26, 2021
PIA ENGINEERING was selected by Vitnam's Bamboo Airways as strategic partner to provide component support; aircraft spare parts, components, and…
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WERNER AERO SERVICES

Apr 26, 2021
WERNER AERO SERVICES acquired two ex-Air Canada E190s (118/149) from Beautech Power Systems for part out.
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AFI KLM E&M

Apr 27, 2021
AFI KLM E&M renewed deal with Gulf Air to provide full component support program for A320ceo/neo Family aircraft.
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MTI INSTRUMENTS

Apr 27, 2021
MTI INSTRUMENTS, NY introduced PBS-4100+ portable vibration and balancing system (PBS Gen 4) with third tachometer input to support three-spool…
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OEMSERVICES

Apr 27, 2021
OEMSERVICES launched 100% Flyback Guarantee program that uses predictive maintenance technology to monitor component reliability, optimize outstation…
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AJW TECHNIQUE

Apr 27, 2021
AJW TECHNIQUE signed business development deal with Aerontii, WA to use its stimulating intelligent solutions to spur sales growth in North America.
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AFI KLM E&M

Apr 27, 2021
AFI KLM E&M reports that it has finalized its supply-chain and industrial development program to launch A220 MRO services.
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SPIRIT EVERGREEN AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS

Apr 28, 2021
SPIRIT EVERGREEN AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS (SEAS) is being formed by Spirit AeroSystems and EGAT to provide MRO aftermarket services out of Taiwan for…
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AIRBUS AND LUFTHANSA TECHNIK

Apr 28, 2021
AIRBUS and LUFTHANSA TECHNIK teamed to provide reversible Cargo-in-Cabin solution for A330. LHT owns STC and will provide the modification kits.
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ROLLS-ROYCE

Apr 28, 2021
ROLLS-ROYCE has TotalCare agreement with DHL Express for eight Trent 700-powered A330Fs, plus any future additions.
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GKN AEROSPACE

Apr 28, 2021
GKN AEROSPACE, The Netherlands was licensed by Honeywell as authorized service center for F-35 wheels/brakes.
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EMBRAER AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Apr 29, 2021
EMBRAER AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SERVICES has CommutAir contract for ERJ 145 heavy maintenance at Macon, GA.
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EMBRAER

Apr 29, 2021
EMBRAER had US$89.7m net loss on US$807.3m revenues (33.7% commercial aviation) in 1Q21 vs US$292m loss on US$633.8m (21.9%) in 1Q20 and ended…
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SAFRAN NACELLES

Apr 29, 2021
SAFRAN NACELLES has 12-year Corsair contract to provide nacelle/thrust reverser maintenance support for five A330-900s.
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ROSTEC

Apr 29, 2021
ROSTEC is developing a mobile test stand for the AI-222-25 aircraft engine to test power plants in the field after repairs.
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IBERIA MAINTENANCE

Apr 29, 2021
IBERIA MAINTENANCE, Spain is reorganizing into two pillars: Aircraft Services and Engine Services.
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KILLIAN AEROSPACE

Apr 29, 2021
KILLIAN AEROSPACE, FL announced that it has purchased AVCOM AVIONCS AND INSTRUMENTS (Avcom Technik), FL.
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DELTA TECHOPS

Apr 29, 2021
DELTA TECHOPS established Center of Excellence (COE) at Atlanta for hot section airfoil repairs and has added hundreds of Airbus part numbers to its…
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STANDARDAERO

Apr 29, 2021
STANDARDAERO was selected by UTair to provide PW127M (ATR 72-500) maintenance at Summerside, PEI/Gonesse, France.
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321 PRECISION CONVERSIONS

Apr 29, 2021
321 PRECISION CONVERSIONS (ATSG/Precision Aircraft Solutions) has FAA STC for its A321-200PCF freighter; modification work on Vallair-owned aircraft …

Defense

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ALLCLEAR

Apr 29, 2021
ALLCLEAR (dba Aero Precision), CA was selected by PPG as international distributor for its F-16 aircraft transparency products and manage repairs.
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EUMET

Apr 29, 2021
EUMET, Munich was formed by MTU Aero Engines and Safran Aircraft Engines to oversee development/production/support of new engine, in partnership with…

Who'sNews

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WHO'SNEWS: BOMBARDIER

Apr 26, 2021
Ève Laurier to Vice President-Communications, Public Affairs and Marketing of Bombardier, Montreal.
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WHO'SNEWS: RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES

Apr 26, 2021
Greg Hayes, Chief Executive Officer of Raytheon Technologies, was also named Chairman (effective June 1).
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WHO'SNEWS: AERO CENTER

Apr 26, 2021
Ashley Udick to General Manager of Aero Center Lakeland, FL.
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WHO'SNEWS: AVIANCA

Apr 28, 2021
Adrian Neuhauser to President and Chief Executive Officer of Avianca, Colombia.
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WHO'SNEWS: AVIONICA

Apr 28, 2021
Ed Gorman was promoted to Vice President of Engineering of Avionica, Miami.
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WHO'SNEWS: PANASONIC AVIONICS

Apr 28, 2021
Andrew Masson to Vice President of Product & Portfolio Management of Panasonic Avionics, CA.
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WHO'SNEWS: TARMAC AEROSAVE

Apr 28, 2021
Frederic Denise to Sales and Development Director of TARMAC Aerosave, France.
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WHO'SNEWS: SAS

Apr 29, 2021
Anko Van der Werff to President and Chief Executive Officer of SAS.
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WHO'SNEWS: IBERIA MAINTENANCE

Apr 29, 2021
Paul Horstink to Commercial and Business Development Director of Iberia Maintenance.
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WHO'SNEWS: AQUILA AVIATION VENTURES

Apr 29, 2021
Brian Proctor to Chief Executive Officer of Aquila Aviation Ventures.