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Air Transport

ETIHAD AIRWAYS

Oct 13, 2023

ETIHAD AIRWAYS took delivery of its first new 787 (60770; -10) since October 2020; three more (-9s) are due in 4Q23.

ANADOLUJET

Oct 13, 2023

ANADOLUJET, Türkiye took delivery of another new GTF-powered A320neo (11446) on lease from BOC Aviation.

HIGH RIDGE AVIATION

Oct 13, 2023

HIGH RIDGE AVIATION purchased 787-9 (37175; leased to AIR CANADA) from Blackbird Capital (ALC managed aircraft).

US DOT

Oct 16, 2023

US DOT reports US airlines carried 87.8m pax in July 2023 (up 9.3% vs July 2022), an all-time high for the month.

FLYVBIRD

Oct 16, 2023

FLYVBIRD, Germany signed LOI to order 25 9-seat Alice all-electric commuter aircraft, and option 25, from Eviation.

KEYVAN AVIATION

Oct 16, 2023

KEYVAN AVIATION, Turkey was selected by COMAC Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service (SACSC) to provide its customers with global aeronautical and navigation database services, covering >28,000 airports and >36,000 runways.

SPIRIT AIRLINES

Oct 16, 2023

SPIRIT AIRLINES leased GTF-powered A321neo (11470) from Aviation Capital Group, the third of a four-aircraft deal.

BATIK AIR MALAYSIA

Oct 16, 2023

BATIK AIR MALAYSIA plans February 9 to begin Kuala Lumpur-Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (A330-300).

BOEING

Oct 16, 2023

BOEING forecasts (as part of CMO announced earlier this year) demand in Northeast Asia for 1,350 aircraft (40% widebodies) through 2042 to satisfy 5.9% annual traffic growth; it also sees aftermarket services market of $170b.

PARIS CDG

Oct 16, 2023

PARIS CDG was named the Overall Winner of this year's Routes Awards.

SMBC AVIATION CAPITAL

Oct 16, 2023

SMBC AVIATION CAPITAL closed $150m unsecured bilateral loan facility with Bank of Communications (Hong Kong).

WEST (WILLIS LEASE FINANCE)

Oct 17, 2023

WEST (Willis Lease Finance) proposed to offer $410m in fixed rate notes, secured by its direct and indirect interests in portfolio of 51 engines and four airframes, which WEST will acquire from Willis pursuant to asset purchase agreement.

FRANKFURT AIRPORT

Oct 17, 2023

FRANKFURT AIRPORT handled 5.8m pax in September, up 18.2% vs Sept 2022.

UNITED

Oct 17, 2023

UNITED sold new 737-8 (67575) to SMBC Aviation Capital and leased it back as part of deal for 20 (SPNWS; April 7).

KUEHNE+NAGEL AND SATS

Oct 17, 2023

KUEHNE+NAGEL and SATS signed MOU to collaborate to drive value chain improvements and sustainability efforts within the air logistics industry.

PORTER AIRLINES

Oct 17, 2023

PORTER AIRLINES plans February 14 to begin Ottawa-Calgary (E195-E2).

FLYV

Oct 17, 2023

FLYV plans 2H24 startup of regional air service out of Sweden's Norrköping Airport with 9-seat Tecnam Traveller P2012s.

LUFTHANSA SYSTEMS

Oct 17, 2023

LUFTHANSA SYSTEMS was selected by Porter Airlines to provide NetLine/Plan network planning tool.

ITA AIRWAYS

Oct 17, 2023

ITA AIRWAYS, Italy took delivery of second new GTF-powered A320neo (11688) on lease from BOC Aviation.

GOL

Oct 17, 2023

GOL expects to post EBITDA margin of about 25% for 3Q23 with y-o-y pax unit revenue (PRASK) growth of about 6%.

US DOT

Oct 17, 2023

US DOT says US domestic air fares averaged $392 in 2Q23, up 1.5% vs 1Q23/down 7.1% vs pre-pandemic 4Q19.

FLEET AIR INTERNATIONAL

Oct 17, 2023

FLEET AIR INTERNATIONAL, Hungary has acquired ex-Ohana by Hawaiian ATR 72-200 (227) for cargo operations.

QATAR AIRWAYS CARGO

Oct 17, 2023

QATAR AIRWAYS CARGO wet-leased (ACMI) 747-400F (26559) from Compass Air Cargo, Bulgaria.

ARCHER AVIATION

Oct 17, 2023

ARCHER AVIATION is teaming with Abu Dhabi Investment Office to set up eVTOL air taxi operations in city from 2026.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS

Oct 17, 2023

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS damp-leased two 737-800s (61183/TBA) from SunExpress; SAAT will maintain aircraft.

JAL

Oct 17, 2023

JAL plans in November to retire its final 777-200ER (32891; built in 2002) as it changes domestic route frequency plan.

AIR NEW ZEALAND

Oct 17, 2023

AIR NEW ZEALAND leased ex-Cathay 777-300ER (36157) from Air Lease Corporation.

UNITED AIRLINES

Oct 17, 2023

UNITED AIRLINES had $1.1b net income on $14.5b revenues in 3Q23 vs $942m on $12.9b in 3Q22; profits were at record highs in both the Atlantic and Pacific regions and domestic revenues in the quarter were second highest all-time.

BREEZE AIRWAYS

Oct 18, 2023

BREEZE AIRWAYS took delivery of new A220-300 (55225) on lease from AerCap as part of multi-aircraft SLB deal.

AVIANCA

Oct 18, 2023

AVIANCA unveiled new brand, bidding farewell to uppercase 'A' and only using lowercase letters: avianca.

AIR FRANCE

Oct 18, 2023

AIR FRANCE is dropping all service at Paris-Orly by 2026 (leaving TRANSAVIA as group operator at Orly), operating all domestic and international flights from Paris CDG; traffic on domestic routes out of Orly has fallen 40% since 2019.

REX

Oct 19, 2023

REX signed LOI to lease another 737-800 from undisclosed lessor from Nov 2023, increasing its 737NG fleet to 10.

AMERICAN

Oct 19, 2023

AMERICAN ordered four E175s for 4Q24 to ENVOY AIR, increasing its all E-Jet fleet to >150 aircraft. J.P. MORGAN says Embraer has now booked orders for 51-61 commercial jets in 2023, depending on size of undisclosed order for 10-20.

QANTAS and ALLIANCE AVIATION SERVICES

Oct 19, 2023

QANTAS and ALLIANCE AVIATION SERVICES terminated acquisition plan. Qantas will retain 20% stake and has agreed to add another four E190s (now 26) to long-term QantasLink deal, which will eventually grow to 30 aircraft.

AMERICAN AIRLINES

Oct 19, 2023

AMERICAN AIRLINES had $545m net loss on $13.5b revenues in 3Q23 vs $483m profit on $13.5b in 3Q22; it has $13.5b of total liquidity. It recognized $808m of net special items mainly related to charges from ratification of pilot CBA.

ALASKA AIR GROUP

Oct 19, 2023

ALASKA AIR GROUP had $139m net income on $2.8b revenues in 3Q23 vs $40m on $2.8b in 3Q22; it has $2.5b in cash.

BRAATHENS REGIONAL AIRLINES

Oct 19, 2023

BRAATHENS REGIONAL AIRLINES, Sweden is expected to apply for financial reorganization; it will operate as normal.

PEGASUS AIRLINES

Oct 19, 2023

PEGASUS AIRLINES took delivery of fifth new A321neo under JOLCO deal with ABL Aviation; two more are planned.

TEXEL AIR AUSTRALASIA

Oct 19, 2023

TEXEL AIR AUSTRALASIA (Chisholm Enterprises) took delivery of 737-800BCF (33013; ex-Comair). It now has two.

CARGOJET

Oct 19, 2023

CARGOJET, Canada renewed its IOSA registration with IATA. It currently operates 37 all-cargo aircraft.

AIRLINK

Oct 19, 2023

AIRLINK, South Africa agreed to lease two E190s (169; ex-Saratov/651;ex-Aerolitoral) from Falko (Chorus Aviation).

PORTER AIRLINES

Oct 19, 2023

PORTER AIRLINES plans March 5 to begin daily Toronto-Las Vegas (E190).

CARGOJET

Oct 19, 2023

CARGOJET, Canada purchased 757-200PCF (29591; ex-American) from AerSale; KF AEROSPACE modified aircraft.

AVIAIR

Oct 19, 2023

AVIAIR, Australia acquired ex-PAL Express Dash 8-400 (4582) from Aergo Capital for operation for NEXUS AIRLINES.

ASKY AIRLINES

Oct 19, 2023

ASKY AIRLINES, Togo leased ex-Vistara 737-800 (39058) from BOC Aviation.

ALLEGIANT AIR

Oct 19, 2023

ALLEGIANT AIR has acquired ex-Cebu Pacific A320-200 (5669) with CFM56s, increasing its A320 Fam fleet to 127.

MERCADOLIBRE

Oct 19, 2023

MERCADOLIBRE, Argentina added a sixth 737-800 (35605; converted by BOEING SHANGHAI) on wet-lease from GOL.

Aerospace

ISRAEL AEROSPACE INDUSTRIES

Oct 16, 2023

ISRAEL AEROSPACE INDUSTRIES launched flight test program for 777-300ERSF (32789; ex-Emirates).

KELLSTROM AEROSPACE

Oct 16, 2023

KELLSTROM AEROSPACE expanded partnership with Valcor Engineering with addition of global distribution of Valcor's Gen 2 Air Separation Module (ASM) for 737NG/MAX fuel inerting system.

GE AEROSPACE

Oct 16, 2023

GE AEROSPACE was awarded $4.5m in Phase 2 funding through ARPA-E’s REEACH program to build and demonstrate a small scale 25kW power generation subsystem that combines solid oxide fuel cells and gas turbine engine using SAF.

EMBRAER

Oct 16, 2023

EMBRAER expanded its agreement with Toyota do Brasil to apply fundamentals and concepts of the Toyota Production System (TPS) in its industrial operations at São José dos Campos. It says new methodology cut E-Jet wing production time by 17%, contributing to an overall efficiency gain of approximately 20%.

AIREON

Oct 16, 2023

AIREON, VA secured new credit facility from Global Infrastructure Partners to invest in advanced data analytic capabilities and visualization tools.

BOEING AND SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS

Oct 16, 2023

BOEING and SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS expanded scope of inspections of quality issue involving elongated fastener holes from automated drill on aft pressure bulkhead on some 737-8s; reportedly, inspections now include hand-drilled holes

SAFRAN ELECTRICAL & POWER

Oct 16, 2023

SAFRAN ELECTRICAL & POWER completed acquisition of Thales' aeronautical electrical systems business, covering electric conversion, power generation, and motors for civil and military aircraft; deal was originally announced in Sept 2022.

CFM INTL

Oct 16, 2023

CFM INTL introduced upgraded HPT blade (produced by GE in Greenville, SC) for CFM56-5B/-7B to maximize time on wing; updates include increased wall thickness, optimized dovetail loading, and tightened manufacturing tolerances.

ROLLS-ROYCE

Oct 17, 2023

ROLLS-ROYCE is proposing to cut 2,000-2,500 jobs (5-6%) to focus on efficiency, simplification and enterprise-wide synergies to create more agile business. Engineering Technology & Safety will be combined as single team across group.

GE AEROSPACE

Oct 17, 2023

GE AEROSPACE has Air Canada order to supply 36 GEnx-1Bs, plus four spares, for 18 787-10s on order.

AVIONICA

Oct 17, 2023

AVIONICA launched avSARA FDM/PWI (powered by ERGOSS) hardware/software solution that is says will revolutionize flight data recording, immediate data transfer, flight data monitoring, and pilot web interface. L2 AVIATION will install.

STERLING

Oct 17, 2023

STERLING (Kuehne+Nagel) launched global aerospace service to expedite urgently needed aircraft parts from Boeing to airline operators worldwide.

NIAR

Oct 18, 2023

NIAR, Wichita received $10m from FAA to accelerate and expand growth of advanced materials and advanced manufacturing in the aviation industry.

ALTA

Oct 18, 2023

ALTA added Rolls-Royce as an affiliate member.

SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS AND BOEING

Oct 18, 2023

SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS and BOEING signed MOA to collaborate on supply chain performance and resiliency to enable production stability and rate increases; final deal, to be completed by November, includes pricing increases for 787 shipsets and reductions for 737 shipsets, resulting in overall net revenue increase for Spirit of $190m through 2033.

AIRBUS

Oct 18, 2023

AIRBUS was selected to provide a third A320 maintenance training suite (ATC) to Turkish Technic, which now has seven ACTs.

SEABURY AND PLANE VIEW PARTNERS

Oct 18, 2023

SEABURY and PLANE VIEW PARTNERS announced strategic combination of their advisory services businesses.

VIASAT

Oct 18, 2023

VIASAT was selected by Porter to supply inflight connectivity and wireless IFE for additional 20 E195-E2s on order.

KKR

Oct 18, 2023

KKR completed acquisition of CIRCOR INTERNATIONAL, MA (flow control products/services) in deal valued at $1.8b.

MECAER

Oct 19, 2023

MECAER, Italy was selected by Supernal/Hyundai WIA to design/manufacture landing gear systems for new eVTOL.

LUFTHANSA, DLR, AIRBUS, MTU AERO ENGINES and MUNICH AIRPORT

Oct 19, 2023

LUFTHANSA, DLR, AIRBUS, MTU AERO ENGINES and MUNICH AIRPORT signed LOI for research cooperation to accelerate technology selection, market introduction and industrial scaling of power-to-liquid aviation fuel in Germany.

Business Aviation

ARCLINE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

Oct 16, 2023

ARCLINE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT agreed to acquire HARTZELL AVIATION, OH from Tailwind Technologies.

HONEYWELL

Oct 16, 2023

HONEYWELL forecasts delivery of 8,500 new business jets (73% heavy/long-range) worth $278b in 2024-2033, in line with 2022 forecast; it projects 800 deliveries in 2024. Surveyed operators reported higher 5-year new jet purchase plans.

EMBRAER-CAE TRAINING SERVICES

Oct 16, 2023

EMBRAER-CAE TRAINING SERVICES is adding new Phenom 300 full-flight simulators at Las Vegas and London Burgess Hill in 2024, doubling capacity. CAE sees need to 32,000 business aviation pilots over next 10 years.

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK

Oct 16, 2023

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK was selected by Embraer to supply central Pax Service System for the Phenom 100EX.

HONEYWELL

Oct 16, 2023

HONEYWELL was selected by Supernal (Hyundai Motor) to develop a ground control station for pilotless eVTOL operations; station will seamlessly integrate with the onboard Honeywell Anthem flight deck, previously selected by Supernal.

GLOBAL JET CAPITAL

Oct 16, 2023

GLOBAL JET CAPITAL teamed with Azzera (carbon offsetting and compliance solutions) to design a multi-pronged approach to its sustainability platform, including a comprehensive annual audit to assess scope 1 and 2 direct emissions.

TEXTRON

Oct 16, 2023

TEXTRON introduced new SAF-powered Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 light jet, with upgraded cockpit/cabin, for 2025.

F/LIST

Oct 16, 2023

F/LIST unveiled F/LAB Aenigma biobased material used in producing bulkhead/decorative surfaces of a Pilatus PC-24.

UAS INTERNATIONAL TRIP

Oct 16, 2023

UAS INTERNATIONAL TRIP added aviation taxation and emissions regulation advisory services for its global clientele of Heads of State, VVIPs, Fortune Global 500 companies, and business jet operators via partnership with FCC AVIATION.

JET SUPPORT SERVICES

Oct 16, 2023

JET SUPPORT SERVICES launched JSSI PartHub, a digital platform enabling end-to-end procurement process management with direct access to >100,000 parts, including documentation and certifications and part information.

BLUETAIL

Oct 16, 2023

BLUETAIL announced collaboration between its aircraft management solution and JSSI's maintenance tracking software, Traxxall, to enable maintenance personnel to harness, uncover, and utilize aircraft data/digital records via single source.

ROLLS-ROYCE

Oct 16, 2023

ROLLS-ROYCE is installing a Pearl 10X on its 747-200 flying testbed at Waco, TX for flight testing starting later this year.

EMBRAER AND HONEYWELL

Oct 16, 2023

EMBRAER and HONEYWELL successfully tested an HTF7500 turbofan, powered by 100% SAF, on a Praetor 600.

ENGINE ASSURANGE PROGRAM (EAP)

Oct 16, 2023

ENGINE ASSURANGE PROGRAM (EAP), TX added 10 more Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce engines to its hourly maintenance program and says its coverage now extends to numerous Cessna Citations, G200s, GVs, and Globals.

AVFUEL

Oct 16, 2023

AVFUEL introduced Avfuel Zero initiative to empower business aviation aircraft operators to effectively manage and reduce carbon emissions. It also supplied SAF to Textron Aviation and Embraer for ferry flights of their jets to NBAA BACE.

HONDA

Oct 16, 2023

HONDA named its new light jet the HondaJet Echelon, designed to be first single-pilot jet with US transcon capabilities.

JETCRAFT

Oct 16, 2023

JETCRAFT teamed with Bill Papariella to serve as the exclusive aircraft trading partner for AeroVentures investment firm.

AIR CHARTER SAFETY FOUNDATION

Oct 16, 2023

AIR CHARTER SAFETY FOUNDATION is collaborating with ForeFlight (Boeing) to leverage its Flight Data Analysis product (formerly CloudAhoy P-FOQA) to elevate ACSF's FDM support solutions to small and mid-size operators.

AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY GROUP (ATG)

Oct 16, 2023

AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY GROUP (ATG), FL introduced new Electronic Emergency Override (EEOR) system that automatically raises electric window shades in inflight power-loss emergencies; it is initially earmarked for aerBlade shade.

FLYRIGHT

Oct 16, 2023

FLYRIGHT added new ASE-built full-motion Level-C King Air C90A simulator to its training center in Charlotte, NC.

AVIATIONMANUALS AND GE DIGITAL

Oct 16, 2023

AVIATIONMANUALS and GE DIGITAL formed partnership to integrate AviationManuals’ safety hazard reporting tool with GE Digital’s Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) data in order to better streamline access to the data.

BOEING BUSINESS JETS

Oct 16, 2023

BOEING BUSINESS JETS unveiled pre-designed BBJ Select cabin, comprising 144 possible layouts in three different color palettes, for BBJ 737-7. ALOFT and GREENPOINT TECHNOLOGIES were selected as exclusive completions provider.

ROLLS-ROYCE

Oct 16, 2023

ROLLS-ROYCE is opening 10,000 sq ft global AOG support facility in New York in partnership with KUHNE+NAGEL.

ROLLS-ROYCE

Oct 16, 2023

ROLLS-ROYCE successfully completed series of tests with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on the Pearl 15 (for Global 5500/6500) and Pearl 10X (for Falcon 10X) at Dahlewitz, Germany under plan to achieve net zero flight by 2050.

DAHER

Oct 16, 2023

DAHER, France delivered the 500th TBM 900-series aircraft (a TBM 960); first was delivered in 2014.

BOMBARDIER

Oct 17, 2023

BOMBARDIER is ramping up second test phase of its EcoJet research project using 18-foot-wide BWB demonstrator aircraft; project aims to reduce aircraft emissions by up to 50% through aerodynamic, propulsion and other enhancements.

BOMBARDIER

Oct 17, 2023

BOMBARDIER delivered its 150th Global 7500; fleet has surpassed 100,000 flight hours since December 2018.

BOMBARDIER

Oct 17, 2023

BOMBARDIER and DUNCAN AVIATION are offering Gogo Business Aviation’s 5G connectivity upgrade, including X3 LRU and MB-13 antennas, for select Globals (later Challengers in early 2024); 5G service will be available mid-2024.

HONDA AIRCRAFT

Oct 17, 2023

HONDA AIRCRAFT introduced customer-centric Aircraft Management Services program for managing maintenance.

TEXTRON AVIATION

Oct 17, 2023

TEXTRON AVIATION delivered the 100th Beechcraft King Air 360 to Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center.

CAE

Oct 17, 2023

CAE launched business aircraft Master Technician Program to address need to train 74,000 technicians over 10 years.

HONEYWELL

Oct 17, 2023

HONEYWELL unveiled JetWave X high-speed inflight connectivity solution, using Viasat Ka-band network, for business jets.

SKYSERVICE

Oct 17, 2023

SKYSERVICE agreed to acquire interests in Fontainebleau Aviation's FBOs at Miami Opa-Locka and Fort Lauderdale.

AIRBUS CORPORATE JETS

Oct 17, 2023

AIRBUS CORPORATE JETS commissioned study that found 82% of US-based business aviation financiers and private jet brokers expect access to business aviation financing will increase over next three years; most feel rates are still attractive.

ORBIT COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

Oct 17, 2023

ORBIT COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS is developing AirTRx-30 terminal upgrade to access Viasat's Ka-band network.

CALLE AEROESPACIAL

Oct 17, 2023

CALLE AEROESPACIAL, Chihuahua, Mexico has 3-year, $10m Bombardier contract to supply non-structural sheet metal assemblies for the Global Express and Global 5500/6500; company is part of the TIGHTICO Insulation Products Group.

CIRRUS AIRCRAFT

Oct 17, 2023

CIRRUS AIRCRAFT delivered the 500th Vision Jet in Special Edition livery/colors/interior; first was delivered in 2016.

COMLUX

Oct 17, 2023

COMLUX booked orders for two more ACJ TwoTwenty business jets from two different customers; aircraft will be completed by COMLUX COMPLETION (in partnership with AIRBUS) in Indianapolis, where it is currently completing its second for February 2024 with third due to begin in days (Comlux can accommodate six cabin completions per year).

VISTA AMERICA

Oct 17, 2023

VISTA AMERICA is being established to operate Vista Members' fleet in US for VistaJet and XO clients starting in Nov 2023, aligning with operating partners, including Jet Select, Western Air Charter, XOJET Aviation and Red Wing Aviation.

FOREFLIGHT

Oct 17, 2023

FOREFLIGHT (Boeing) was selected by Jet Aviation to provide ForeFlight Dispatch as primary flight planning platform.

PRO STAR AVIATION

Oct 17, 2023

PRO STAR AVIATION was named by Dassault Falcon Jet as authorized service center out of Manchester-Boston.

GOGO BUSINESS AVIATION

Oct 17, 2023

GOGO BUSINESS AVIATION was selected by AirSprint, Canada to upgrade its CJ3+/Embraer fleet with Gogo 5G.

AB JETS

Oct 17, 2023

AB JETS, Memphis ordered three Challenger 3500s (option to order a fourth by end 2023). It has nine Learjet 60s.

HEADS UP TECHNOLOGIES

Oct 18, 2023

HEADS UP TECHNOLOGIES acquired ALTO AVIATION, MA (audio/cabin management systems); JLL Partners backed HUT.

WEST STAR AVIATION

Oct 18, 2023

WEST STAR AVIATION agreed to acquire JET EAST, a Gama Aviation Company, and combine MRO operations.

JET OUT

Oct 18, 2023

JET OUT, WI ordered four Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 light jets for delivery in 2024; it currently has two.

SUPERNAL

Oct 18, 2023

SUPERNAL (Hyundai) added Korean Air as strategic partner to accelerate design of its eVTOL/development of AAM.

COMLUX COMPLETIONS

Oct 18, 2023

COMLUX COMPLETIONS acquired 11,000 sq ft of off-airport space in Indianapolis to bolster production capabilities

AIRBUS CORPORATE JETS

Oct 18, 2023

AIRBUS CORPORATE JETS commissioned study that found business aviation contributes $150b to US economy each year, rising to $180b by 2028; about one-third of respondents predict the sector will contribute >$190b in five years.

UNIVERSAL AVIONICS AND AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE GROUP (APG)

Oct 18, 2023

UNIVERSAL AVIONICS and AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE GROUP (APG) teamed to develop optional performance package for FlightPartner Connected FMS to establish accurate weight and balance and take-off/landing calculations.

AVIATIONMANUALS AND DASSAULT

Oct 18, 2023

AVIATIONMANUALS and DASSAULT formalized alliance to turnkey compliance and safety solutions for Part 91 aircraft.

FLYEXCLUSIVE

Oct 18, 2023

FLYEXCLUSIVE secured $30m investment from State of North Carolina to build new headquarters/pilot training center in Kinston; facility will accommodate up to five full-motion simulators for Cessna light, midsize and super-midsize aircraft.

Defense

AIRBUS

Oct 17, 2023

AIRBUS delivered second C295 to IRISH AIR CORPS in MPA configuration.

LOCKHEED MARTIN

Oct 17, 2023

LOCKHEED MARTIN had $1.7b net income on $16.9b sales in 3Q23 vs $1.8b on $16.6b in 3Q22; it has $156b backlog. It delivered 30 F-35s, one F-16, seven C-130Js and seven helicopters vs 27 F-35s, seven C-130Js and 20 helicopters.

CZECH REPUBLIC

Oct 17, 2023

CZECH REPUBLIC plans to acquire two C-390s from Embraer, pending negotiations.

PHILIPPINES AIR FORCE

Oct 19, 2023

PHILIPPINES AIR FORCE ordered three new C-130Js for delivery in 2026.

MRO

EMBRAER

Oct 13, 2023

EMBRAER extended Pool Program agreement with Sky High Aviation, Domincan Republic for five E-190s/two E-175s.

AVIANOR

Oct 16, 2023

AVIANOR broke ground on $70m, 105,000 sq ft A220 Center of Excellence at Montreal-Mirabel for completion in 2H24.

AVTECH

Oct 16, 2023

AVTECH is being moved by AMETEK MRO from Miami to Muirhead Avionics' facility near London Heathrow.

REVIMA

Oct 16, 2023

REVIMA extended its landing gear repair capabilities to Yainville, France and launched APU Care program that includes predictive maintenance, fuel optimization and on-wing services, leveraging real-time data processing by FLIGHTWATCHING.

TURNER AVIATION

Oct 16, 2023

TURNER AVIATION, Scotland was named by Dukane Seacom as authorized repair center for its AeroELT product line.

STANDARDAERO

Oct 16, 2023

STANDARDAERO is investing >$10m at Springfield, IL for facility improvements, including hangar door overhaul, interior door replacement, hangar floor resurfacing, HVAC replacements, roof replacements and paint facility equipment upgrades.

SETNA iO

Oct 16, 2023

SETNA iO, Chicago purchased a CFM56-5B3/P from Vallair for part out.

ELEVATE MRO

Oct 16, 2023

ELEVATE MRO joined MRO Insider's network that enables users to obtain various quotes from single service request.

AMROS GLOBAL

Oct 16, 2023

AMROS GLOBAL, Switzerland was selected by 8tree as certified service partner for dentCHECK-as-a-Service, offering on-demand airframe inspections in central Europe to deliver on-demand airframe spot-checks and nose-to-tail mapping.

SAFRAN CABIN CANADA

Oct 16, 2023

SAFRAN CABIN CANADA received its AMO/MRO certification for galleys, lavatories and other interior products.

DAHER

Oct 17, 2023

DAHER inaugurated $2.7m, 9,000 sq ft Kodiak aircraft paint facility at Sandpoint, ID to meet increased production rates.

SIA ENGINEERING

Oct 17, 2023

SIA ENGINEERING completed livery repaint of first A350-900 for Finnair, which currently operates 17 A350s.

JAS AERO ENGINEERING (JAE)

Oct 17, 2023

JAS AERO ENGINEERING (JAE) was selected by Hainan Airlines and Beijing Capital to provide A330 line maintenance.

AVIATOR AIRPORT ALLIANCE

Oct 17, 2023

AVIATOR AIRPORT ALLIANCE extended ground handling/deicing contracts with Air France-KLM at Helsinki/Stavanger.

KOREAN AIR

Oct 17, 2023

KOREAN AIR inducted its first PW1100G-JM for maintenance under Pratt's MRO network; it expects >100 shop visits/yr.

EMBRAER

Oct 16, 2023

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK

Oct 17, 2023

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK has Braathens Regional Aircraft contract to provide Total Component Support for its A320 Family aircraft; 5-year contract also covers ARC (Airframe Related Components) services on demand.

MAGNETIC ENGINES

Oct 17, 2023

MAGNETIC ENGINES successfully completed CFM56-3 core performance restoration for THAI Airways.

ITP AERO

Oct 17, 2023

ITP AERO agreed to acquire majority stake in Dallas-based BP AERO (engine aftermarket services) as part of its overall MRO strategy and development of aftermarket capabilities in some of the more important current engine platforms.

NORDIC DINO

Oct 17, 2023

NORDIC DINO expects the global aircraft exterior cleaning services market will grow 7.5% per year to $2.06b by 2030.

AAR

Oct 17, 2023

AAR was extended by MTU Maintenance to continue to supply used serviceable material (USM) for PW2000 engines.

OEMSERVICES

Oct 17, 2023

OEMSERVICES was selected by Nouvelair, Tunisia to provide component support for 13 A320s.

STS AVIATION SERVICES

Oct 17, 2023

STS AVIATION SERVICES is reorganizing into four units (effective 2024): North America; Europe; Mobile Solutions; and Engineering Solutions.

MTU MAINTENANCE LEASE SERVICES AND AGSE

Oct 18, 2023

MTU MAINTENANCE LEASE SERVICES and AGSE, CA signed LOI to cooperate on engine stand leasing (for most types) starting January 2024.

JORAMCO

Oct 18, 2023

JORAMCO extended maintenance agreement with DHL for heavy checks on five A300Fs and on A330F in 2024-2025.

TARMAC AEROSAVE

Oct 18, 2023

TARMAC AEROSAVE was awarded double accreditation by AFRA for dismantling and recycling at a "diamond" level.

STANDARDAERO

Oct 18, 2023

STANDARDAERO was authorized by Rolls-Royce to provide Tay 611-8/8C and BR710 A1/A2/C4 line maintenance at its recently acquired Western Jet Aviation location at Van Nuys and Tay 611-8/8C line maintenance at Springfield, IL.

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK

Oct 18, 2023

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK extended SmartLynx contracts for A320 maintenance and A320/A321/A330 landing gear services.

AFI KLM E&M AND ZEROAVIA

Oct 18, 2023

AFI KLM E&M and ZEROAVIA signed MOU to jointly study technical training needs for hydrogen-electric aircraft.

EMBRAER

Oct 18, 2023

EMBRAER added two E195s (now seven) to Pool Program agreement with Greece's Marathon Airlines.

TRIUMPH

Oct 18, 2023

TRIUMPH secured contract from major US airline to perform shipset maintenance for PSUs and pilot and flight attendant seats for 67 Boeing and Airbus aircraft going through heavy maintenance through January 2025; deal is valued at $8.7m.

DUNCAN AVIATION

Oct 18, 2023

DUNCAN AVIATION was appointed by Pratt & Whitney Canada as designated overhaul facility at Lincoln, NE for maintenance, repair and overhaul of PW300s and PW500s that will become operational over the next two years.

EMBRAER

Oct 18, 2023

EMBRAER added two E195s (now seven) to Pool Program agreement with Greece's Marathon Airlines.

AFI KLM E&M

Oct 19, 2023

AFI KLM E&M signed Virgin Atlantic for 'Prognos for Aircraft' predictive maintenance solution for its 17 787s.

SR TECHNICS MALTA

Oct 19, 2023

SR TECHNICS MALTA renewed A320 base maintenance contract with easyJet for another three years.

TRIUMPH PRODUCT SUPPORT-ASIA and ARTS GROUP

Oct 19, 2023

TRIUMPH PRODUCT SUPPORT-ASIA and ARTS GROUP teamed to collaborate for on-site repair solutions in EMEA.

SATAIR

Oct 19, 2023

SATAIR (Airbus) was selected by Collins Aerospace as exclusive global distributor of PW1100 engine mounts.

AJW GROUP

Oct 19, 2023

AJW GROUP signed 3-year Specific Business Agreement (SBA) with Collins Aerospace to provide galley insert repairs.

SAFRAN NACELLES

Oct 19, 2023

SAFRAN NACELLES has 5-year TARMAC Aerosave contract to support nacelles on aircraft undergoing maintenance.

SAFRAN ELECTRICAL & POWER

Oct 19, 2023

SAFRAN ELECTRICAL & POWER has 5-year Turkish Technic contract to provide APU maintenance (200 per year).

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WHO'SNEWS: AERO NORWAY

Oct 16, 2023

Neil Russell to Chief Executive Officer of Aero Norway, Stavanger. Glenford Marston moved to Senior Vice President-Sales.

WHO'SNEWS: ALERION AVIATION

Oct 16, 2023

Brian Beach to Chief Operating Officer of Alerion Aviation, FL.

WHO'SNEWS: STS AVIATION SERVICES

Oct 16, 2023

Ian Bartholomew to Executive VP and Managing Director of STS Aviation Services Europe, UK; Mick Adams is retiring.

WHO'SNEWS: VMO AIRCRAFT LEASING

Oct 16, 2023

Keith Forbes to Vice President-Legal of Vmo Aircraft Leasing, San Francisco.

WHO'SNEWS: CANADIAN NORTH

Oct 17, 2023

Shelly De Caria, VP-Sales, Marketing & Distribution of Canadian North, was also named interim President & Chief Executive Officer.

WHO'SNEWS: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

Oct 17, 2023

Jon Stephens to Vice President-Fleet Management of Southwest Airlines.

WHO'SNEWS: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

Oct 17, 2023

Steve West to Vice President-Network Operations Control of Southwest Airlines.

WHO'SNEWS: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

Oct 17, 2023

Brook Sorem to Vice President-Network Planning of Southwest Airlines.

WHO'SNEWS: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

Oct 17, 2023

Matt Muehleisen to Vice President-Network Operations Planning of Southwest Airlines.

WHO'SNEWS: ALTAVAIR

Oct 17, 2023

Matt Hoesley to Chief Commercial Officer of Altavair, Dublin.

WHO'SNEWS: STS AVIATION SERVICES

Oct 16, 2023

Ian Bartholomew to Executive VP and Managing Director of STS Aviation Services Europe, UK; Mick Adams is retiring.

WHO'SNEWS: STS AVIATION SERVICES

Oct 17, 2023

Shane King to Executive Vice President & Managing Director of STS Aviation Services-North America, FL.

WHO'SNEWS: TAROM

Oct 17, 2023

Bogdan Popescu to Chief Executive Officer of TAROM, Romania.

WHO'SNEWS: VISTA AMERICA

Oct 17, 2023

David Stanley to President of Vista America.

WHO'SNEWS: NIAR

Oct 18, 2023

Chris Boshers to Technical Director-Advanced Lab for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS) of NIAR, Wichita.

WHO'SNEWS: AIRCRAFT ELECTRONIC ASSOCIATION

Oct 18, 2023

Kevin Bruce to Director of Engineering and Certification of Aircraft Electronics Association, MO.

WHO'SNEWS: AIR INDUSTRIES GROUP

Oct 19, 2023

Scott Glassman to Chief Financial Officer of Air Industries Group, Bay Shore, NY.

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