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NewsSingapore inaugurates M-346 training unit
The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) formally inaugurated its 150 Sqn training unit at Cazaux air base in France on 3 September, some three months after completing its first 1,000 flight hours with the Alenia Aermacchi M-346.
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OpinionOPINION: Why aerospace firms must tackle titanium cheats
When Pratt & Whitney accused a supplier in late August of furnishing defective titanium for the F135 engine on the Lockheed Martin F-35, it was easy – but not entirely correct – to connect the problem to a string of component reliability failures and supplier management miscues already connected to ...
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NewsNATO Summit: UK offers up troops to counter Russian advances
The UK Prime Minister has pledged 3,500 British troops in support of a quick reaction “spearhead force” that would be stationed in eastern Europe to protect against Russian advancements, should the implementation details be finalised at the NATO summit in Newport on 5 September.
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Air Tahiti Nui picks Sabena for more A340 checks
Pacific carrier Air Tahiti Nui has agreed a heavy maintenance pact with Sabena Technics covering a pair of Airbus A340s.
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NewsNATO Summit: MoD discusses Sentinel maritime upgrades with Raytheon
Raytheon is currently in dialogue with the UK Ministry of Defence regarding the possible upgrade of its Sentinel R1 surveillance aircraft to include a maritime search capability that the Royal Air Force said it desired back in July.
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NewsNATO Summit: Alliance prepares to aid in international crises
The 2014 NATO Summit has opened in Newport, Wales with the NATO secretary general pledging to make sure the alliance remains relevant and ready at this “pivotal moment” in international affairs.
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NewsAAR sees widebody MRO work returning stateside
Demand in the USA for MRO work on widebody aircraft is on the rise as airlines increasingly chose to have such work completed stateside, according to MRO service provider AAR.
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Paramount expands with Aerosud acquisition, robotics unit
South African defence company Paramount has announced the acquisition of the military business of Aerosud and the creation of a new corporate division called Paramount Robotic Systems.
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F-35 has emerged from 'tragic past': US general
The US Air Force general in charge of steering the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme says the fighter’s development has emerged from a “tragic past” and will meet future development milestones as advertised.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Virgin strengthens in key transatlantic markets
Virgin Atlantic's decision to scrap four international routes and focus on strengthening its transatlantic services marks the latest chapter in a battle for dominance in this key market – one in which the UK carrier and partner Delta Air Lines is joined by British Airways/American Airlines and United Airlines among ...
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NewsEngine cracks pose fresh delay risk for F-35B
The US Marine Corps faces a new delay for Lockheed Martin F-35B entry into service if operating limitations caused by a recent engine problem cannot be limited by the end of this month.
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NewsIndia looks to acquire 18 ShinMaywa US-2 amphibians
The Indian navy is looking to acquire 18 ShinMaywa US-2i amphibian aircraft, informed sources have told Flightglobal.
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NewsAirframers eye emerging Polish attack helicopter need
Poland’s emerging requirement for around 32 attack helicopters is already attracting considerable interest from manufacturers, with many using this week's MSPO defence show to present their cases.
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NewsE-2D completes air refuelling capability review
The US Navy (USN) and Northrop Grumman have completed the preliminary design review (PDR) for a new aerial refuelling capability for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning and control aircraft.
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NewsContenders make final pitches for Polish helicopter deal
All three contenders for Poland’s ongoing multi-role helicopter procurement used this week’s MSPO defence show to mount a final push for the 70-unit deal, ahead of an end-September deadline for final submissions.
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NewsMexico to open new mega airport in 2018
Mexico plans to build a new international airport serving Mexico City, targeting a speedy 2018 opening after years of delays.
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NewsBoeing delivers first GE-powered 787-9
Boeing has delivered the first GE Aviation-powered 787-9 off the production line to United Airlines, which also becomes the first North American customer to receive the stretched model of the Dreamliner.
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IrAn-140 crash probe obtains flight-recorder data
Iranian investigators indicate that they have succeeded in obtaining flight-recorder information from the HESA IrAn-140 which crashed in Tehran last month.
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NewsAirbus gross orders pass 1,000 in August
Airbus’s gross orders for the year have topped the four-figure mark, although activity was relatively quiet during August.
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Australian government to review business jet curfew exemptions
Australia’s government will start consultations to review the list of business jets that are allowed to operate during the curfew periods at Sydney and Adelaide airports, but has given no indication it will allow more commercial jets onto the list.