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NewsIrkut sets up Russian facility to service electronic systems on Superjet 100
Russian airframer Irkut has set up a laboratory facility for maintenance and repair of electronic components on types including the Superjet 100. The facility is located near the Moscow-based Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute. Irkut claims the centre is the first in Russia for carrying out maintenance on specialised Superjet 100 parts. ...
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NewsUnions sue Republic Airways, Cape Air over contracts for new pilots
US regional carriers Republic Airways and Cape Air are being sued by their respective pilots’ unions for offering contracts that include financial penalties of up to $250,000 if pilots leave before completing their contracts.
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NewsCanada set to seize Volga-Dnepr An-124
The Canadian government has ordered the seizure of a Volga-Dnepr An-124 stranded at Toronto Pearson Airport since the start of the war in Ukraine.
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NewsSingapore Airlines names new chief financial officer
Singapore Airlines has named Jo-Ann Tan as its new chief financial officer, with effect from 10 September. Tan was most recently senior vice-president of marketing planning, a post she took up in April 2021. She joined the Asian carrier in 1999, initially in the passenger marketing department, and has since ...
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NewsAir Tanzania unveils initial cargo services after receiving 767-300F
Air Tanzania has outlined initial cargo services including cities in the Middle East and India, after introducing a Boeing 767-300 freighter to its fleet. The airline states that its cargo network will include flights to Dubai and Mumbai, as well as the African destinations of Kinshasa and Lubumbashi from 26 ...
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NewsWizz reinforces Albanian routes as Ryanair prepares to open Tirana network
Ryanair is to open its first flights from Albania, presenting a competitive challenge to budget rival Wizz Air which is set to expand its own route network from the capital Tirana. The Irish carrier has unveiled 17 routes on which it will commence operations in the upcoming winter season. All ...
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NewsACI says ‘alarming increase’ in airfares, not airport charges, a threat to recovery
Trade body Airports Council International (ACI) has doubled down on warnings that “excessive” airfares – instead of airport charges, which has recently come under fire from airlines again – are threatening air travel’s recovery.
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NewsThai Airways A330 winglet hits EVA Air jet at Tokyo Haneda
Two Airbus A330s – operated by Thai Airways International and Taiwan’s EVA Air – were involved in a collision incident at Tokyo’s Haneda airport.
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NewsQantaslink Q300 took off as Cherokee started take-off roll on cross runway
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is investigating a Qantaslink De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q300 taking off just as a Piper PA-28 Cherokee started its take-off roll on a cross runway.
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NewsAmerican, JetBlue seek to retain codeshares and frequent flier ties in US Northeast
The US Department of Justice is tussling with American Airlines and JetBlue Airways over whether the carriers should be allowed to maintain codeshares and reciprocal frequent flyer benefits in the Northeast US.
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NewsWestJet finalises new pilot contract, to fully integrate ULCC subsidiary Swoop
WestJet pilots have approved a new four-year contract with the Calgary-based carrier, which will now begin integrating ultra-low-cost subsidiary Swoop into its mainline operations.
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NewsAllegiant agrees to 40% pay raises for some flight attendants
Allegiant Air and the union representing its flight attendants have reached a deal that stands to make the airline’s cabin crew among the best payed in the US low-cost airline segment.
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NewsFAA proposes new rules for AAM pilots and flight training
US aviation regulators have proposed new pilot training requirements and operational rules for powered-lift aircraft to support the launch of the nascent advanced air mobility (AAM) segment.
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NewsSwedish carrier Vastflyg to use sustainable fuel exclusively on network
Swedish regional carrier Vastflyg is claiming to be the first airline to use sustainable aviation fuel exclusively on its flights. Vastflyg will use a mixture of Neste MY renewable fuel on all services including its scheduled routes from Trollhattan airport to Stockholm Bromma and Visby. Biofuel can contribute a maximum ...
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NewsWest Atlantic reinforces ATR crosswind training after East Midlands excursion
Cargo operator West Atlantic is enhancing its crosswind training for crews after an incident in which an ATR 72-200 freighter swerved from the centreline and hit runway edge lights with its nose-gear while landing at East Midlands in the UK. The turboprop was arriving from Jersey in darkness on 25 ...
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NewsKongsberg gets expanded MRO contract for Romania-bound F-16s
The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency has expanded its contract with Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services covering the overhaul of 32 surplus Lockheed Martin F-16A/Bs sold to Romania.
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NewsCrew of 757 failed to notify Heathrow control of incomplete parking before 777 collision
UK investigators have determined that an Icelandair Boeing 757-200 crew did not inform London Heathrow ground control that the aircraft was not fully parked, before it was struck by a taxiing Korean Air Boeing 777-300ER. The 757 had arrived at parking stand 241 in darkness – but good visibility – ...
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NewsANA, El Al in codeshare pact; AirAsia Philippines to see network boost
Asia-Pacific carriers continue to announce international growth plans, with codeshare partnerships forming and new routes set to be launched.
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NewsSaudi LCC Flyadeal looking at bolstering fleet amid strong demand
Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier Flyadeal is looking at options to bolster its capacity after a strong post-Covid recovery.
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NewsUSAF shows ability for rapid F-22, F-35 software updates
The US Air Force (USAF) has demonstrated the ability to rapidly update and deploy software for the Lockheed Martin F-22 and F-35 fighters, offering greatly improved flexibility for rapidly evolving tactical situations.