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NBAA: Bell unveils Mecaer MAGnificent interior for 505
Bell Helicopter and Mecaer have unveiled a new VIP interior for the 505 Jet Ranger X, adding to the MAGnificent cabins already offered on the larger 429 and 525.
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Israel plans speedy introduction of F-35I
The Israeli air force plans to achieve full operational status of its Lockheed Martin F-35I “Adir” as soon as possible.
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Brazilian economic climate could lead to Caçador acquisition delays
The Brazilian government’s plan to release a tender in early 2017 for the potential acquisition of the Caçador unmanned air vehicle may be delayed by the current uncertainties in the economic outlook for the country.
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EasyJet pilots call off industrial action
EasyJet pilots represented by UK pilots union BALPA have called off plans for industrial action after accepting a new proposal from the budget carrier to mitigate concerns over pilot fatigue.
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Analysis
ANALYSIS: Chocks on for Lufthansa's 737
Lufthansa has retired its last Boeing 737s after it helped launch the ubiquitous short-haul twinjet during the 1960s and became its first operator 48 years ago.
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WestJet expects slowdown in 2017 capacity growth
WestJet anticipates its capacity growth should slow significantly in 2017 and that unit costs will continue to creep higher, according to regulatory documents filed by the Calgary-based company on 1 November.
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NBAA: Business jet output still struggling – Flight Ascend
Anyone anticipating a return to the halcyon days of the mid-2000s for business aviation may face a long wait. Analysis of annual jet deliveries shows the market may have hit a new normal, hovering around the 700 mark for the past six years and staying stuck at 720 or so ...
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Decision on fate of German Heron TP deal expected soon
The final ruling on Germany's decision to lease one Israel Aerospace Industries Heron TP unmanned air vehicle is expected to be made soon, following a protest submission to a high court from rival bidder General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.
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Israel assesses sensor suite for future Seahawk fleet
The sensor suite for Israel’s future Sikorsky SH-60F Seahawk fleet is in the process of being finalised, and is expected to be derived from the capabilities already in operation on board the service’s current fixed and rotary-winged fleets.
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NBAA: Why Textron has given its latest Citation unprecedented range
One particular metric reveals much about Textron Aviation’s strategy with the forthcoming Cessna Citation Hemisphere. The large cabin jet unveiled last year is in development with a targeted range of 4,500nm, or 29% beyond the endurance of any previous Citation, including the high-speed X+ currently in service and the wide-cabin ...
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NBAA: Gulfstream unveiling menu of new interiors
Deciding how to design an aircraft interior is the ultimate blank canvas. Although floorplans are usually narrowed to a set of interchangeable options, the style and aesthetic of the interior is wide open.
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Finnair crew credited with averting serious incursion
Finnish investigators are probing an incident in which the pilots of a taxiing Finnair aircraft opted not to cross a runway, despite receiving clearance, because they had sighted another aircraft on approach.
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AIRSHOW CHINA: Ameco and SF Airlines sign RB211 maintenance deal
Maintenance provider Ameco Beijing has won a 10-year contract to support 40 Rolls-Royce RB211 engines for Chinese cargo carrier SF Airlines.
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AIRSHOW CHINA: Comac displays future widebody model
A large model of a widebody aircraft on Comac's stand caught the attention of many attendees on the first day of Airshow China.
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AIRSHOW CHINA: Despite J-20 debut, new fighters keep low profile
The Chengdu J-20 fighter has made its official show debut at Zhuhai with a brief flying display.
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AIRSHOW CHINA: AVIC advanced trainers in the spotlight
AVIC's FTC-2000 advanced jet trainer has made its air show debut, appearing on the Zhuhai static line and performing in the show's flying display.
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Interview
INTERVIEW: Indy Rattu, Gardner Aerospace
Indy Rattu is deputy chief operating officer with UK aerospace components manufacturer Gardner Aerospace, where his role is to identify areas of the business that need improvement
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AIRSHOW CHINA: AVIC contemplating large private jet
AVIC has displayed model of a prospective private jet programme designated CBJ-800.
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MetroJet A321 suffered internal high-energy event: inquiry
Russian investigators have disclosed that a MetroJet Airbus A321 which crashed in Sinai a year ago had experienced high-energy damage to its fuselage skin from within.
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AIRSHOW CHINA: CIB Leasing behind order for 10 CRJ900s
China Industrial Bank Financial Leasing (CIB Leasing) has been identified as the customer behind a June order for 10 Bombardier CRJ900s.