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Sullenberger retires from US Airways
The captain that successfully landed a US Airways A320 in New York's Hudson River in January 2009 after birds struck both engines has officially retired...
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Boeing plots course for Phantom Ray
The Boeing Phantom Ray will start taxi tests in July and fly in late December, but the future of the unmanned strike aircraft remains unclear ...
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South Korea grounds F-5s following crash
The South Korean air force has grounded its remaining Northrop F-5 fighters after a fatal accident on 2 March ...
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UK showcases Mi-17 training work with Afghan crews
The UK has released details on a previously secretive helicopter training service being provided to future Afghan pilots ...
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China selling MA60s to Myanmar and Sri Lanka
China's CATIC has ordered nine Xian MA60 transports intended for use by Myanmar and Sri Lanka ...
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USAF, RAF share experiences of fast-track UAV training
The USAF and UK RAF have detailed their experiences in delivering fast-track training services for unmanned aircraft system pilots ...
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Monthly audits show F-35 production plagued by parts shortages
US government auditors monitoring the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme have warned that Lockheed Martin expects delays of aircraft deliveries will continue...
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Tunisia signs for two Lockheed C-130Js
Tunisia has become the latest customer to commit to Lockheed Martin's C-130J Hercules, having signed a contract to acquire two of the aircraft. Announced...
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British Army to extend Lynx upgrade, review training system
The British Army's remaining Lynx AH9 utility helicopters will be modified to AgustaWestland's improved AH9A configuration, following the recent receipt of Ministry of Defence approval to extend the effort to all 22 aircraft.
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IATA appoints new regional VP for Asia Pacific
IATA has appointed former Gulf Air chief commercial officer Willy Boulter as regional VP for Asia Pacific.
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Flight Safety Foundation rolls out global standard for mining sector
The Flight Safety Foundation's Australian office has started the roll-out of the first global aviation standard for the mining and resources sector.
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Boeing and University of Tokyo sign collaboration deal
Boeing and the University of Tokyo have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on technology projects.
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Vietnam Airlines starts Yangon service, plans Shanghai flights
Vietnam Airlines has started a service between Hanoi and Myanmar's commercial capital Yangon, and plans to start flights to Shanghai later this month.
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Air India and PIA sign repair deals with Chromalloy
Two Asian airlines have signed agreements with US engine parts and repairs firm Chromalloy. Air India awarded the company a $10 million two-year contract...
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Israir opts for Panasonic IFE
Panasonic Avionics has reached an agreement with Israir Airlines to provide in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems on three of the Israeli carrier's Airbus...
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Oman in world first after turning on mobile, Internet services
Oman Air has become the first airline in the world to offer passengers both in-flight mobile and Internet, after switching on Airbus/SITA joint venture OnAir's...
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C&D Zodiac subcontracts CSeries insulation to MTI-Polyfab
C&D Zodiac has selected MTI Global subsidiary MTI-PolyFab to supply a thermal and acoustic insulation system on the Bombardier CSeries scheduled to debut...
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Airbus extends green airport trials to the A380 at Heathrow
Airport operator BAA Heathrow has been working with Airbus, Singapore Airlines and UK air navigation service provider NATS for a year to develop improved departure procedure for the A380, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
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US court orders release of blocked aircraft tail numbers
The National Business Aviation Association has lost its fight to keep a list of aircraft tail numbers private following...
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Second Gulfstream G650 takes flight
Gulfstream's second G650 test aircraft - designated T2 (N652GD) - made its first flight from Savannah/Hilton Head International airport on 25 February