VORTEX CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES, Seattle was selected by Avelo Airlines to supply Finlets (mounted on aft fuselage) for installation on 16 737NGs by end of 2024 (seven to date) to reduce total fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
HARTZELL ENGINE TECH launched POWERUP Aircraft Ignition Systems with product line that includes FAA/PMA-approved aircraft magnetos, ignition harnesses, Slick, Bendix and Continental replacements parts and magneto repair kits
FAA has completed 6-week audit of BOEING and SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS. It found multiple instances where companies allegedly failed to comply with manufacturing QC requirements and identified non-compliance issues in Boeing’s manufacturing process control, parts handling/storage and product control. Boeing has 90 days to outline action plan.
SAFRAN NACELLES acquired 3D METAL FORMING (3DMF), Netherlands, specializing in High Energy Hydro Forming (HEHF) of metal parts to help develop and produce parts for nacelles and engines, including nozzles and air inlet lips.