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SAS outlines preliminary A321LR strategy
Scandinavia’s SAS has outlined the strategic options for deploying its new long-range Airbus A321LRs, stating that it will use the aircraft as a small-scale test platform.
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Dassault chief warns on creating 'Eurofighter 2.0' for FCAS work
Additional partners could still be brought into the ongoing effort to develop a European future fighter aircraft, but lead company Dassault has warned against overcomplicating the project.
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Japanese bank MUFG takes over DVB Bank aviation arm
Japanese bank MUFG is to acquire the aviation finance division of Germany’s DVB Bank, following a purchase and transfer agreement.
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Singapore to order four F-35s, with options for eight
Singapore plans to place a firm order for four Lockheed Martin F-35s, with options for an additional eight aircraft.
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AirAsia wrote off lease debt from Indonesia AirAsia X
AirAsia Group wrote off MYR28 million ($6.88 million) in aircraft lease payments owed to it by Indonesia AirAsia X (IAAX) during the quarter ended December 2018.
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AVALON: RAAF shows off militarised 737s
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has seen operational improvements with its two militarized Boeing 737 types, the E-7A Wedgetail and P-8A Poseidon.
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AVALON: Northrop eyes Firebird sales Down Under
Northrop Grumman sees potential for its Firebird optionally manned intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance aircraft in Australia, as the type prepares for service entry in the USA.
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AVALON: Canberra leases eight DA40 NGs for cadets
Canberra has announced a deal to lease eight Diamond DA40 NG light aircraft, for use by Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) cadets.
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AVALON: RAAF Roulettes team bids farewell to PC-9/A
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Roulette’s display team is set to conduct its last display with the Pilatus PC-9/A turboprop trainer.
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AVALON: Collins eyes regional comms, training opportunities
Collins Aerospace sees opportunities to help the region’s militaries upgrade their communications and training capabilities.
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New vehicle set to absorb Air India debt, sell off units
New Delhi has approved the establishment of a special purpose company that will take around half of Air India's debt and four subsidiaries that are set to be sold off.
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New Delhi approves Hirasar greenfield airport project
The Indian government has approved the development of a new greenfield airport at Hirasar, as the existing Rajkot airport suffers from land constraint.
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China Southern converts two 777-300ER orders to 777Fs
China Southern Airlines has converted an order for two Boeing 777-300ERs to 777-200LR Freighters.
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US Navy declares IOC for Lockheed Martin F-35C
The US Navy declared the Lockheed Martin F-35C Lightning II, the aircraft carrier-capable variant of the stealth fighter, to have achieved Initial Operational Capability (IOC) on 28 February.
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Aeromexico to keep Mexico City operations to one airport
Aeromexico plans to retain its Mexico City operations in the current airport, as it considers a proposed three-airport solution for the Mexican capital unfeasible.
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Southwest acknowledges Berkshire Hathaway takeover rumours
Southwest Airlines has acknowledged speculation that Berkshire Hathaway – already one of Southwest's largest investors – has interest in acquiring the carrier.
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Court declares InselAir bankrupt
A Curacao court has declared already-grounded local airline InselAir International bankrupt.
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US Navy’s sea-skimming aerial target declared initially operational
The US Navy’s next-generation of sub-sonic aerial target, the Kratos BQM-177A, reach initial operational capability on 27 February.
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PICTURES: Alaska unveils new Airbus cabins
Alaska Airlines will begin making upgrades to its cabins and adding new premium seats this year starting with its Airbus aircraft with the goal of converting 36% of its fleet by “early 2020.”
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Air Canada raises financial goals through 2021
Air Canada has set higher financial expectations through 2021 as its international network expands, targeting a 19-22% annual modified profit margin through the period and an annual return on invested capital of 16% to 20%.