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NewsUS approves nearly $1 billion weapons package to outfit Argentinian F-16s
Arms regulators in Washington have approved a weapons and support package valued at nearly $1 billion meant to help Argentina stand-up its planned fleet of used Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters.
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NewsAllegiant to operate lone 737 Max 8 through end of 2024
Allegiant Air’s first Boeing 737 Max 8 jet entered revenue service earlier this month, but that will be the only 737 to carry passengers on the carrier’s network this year.
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NewsAudit claims Boeing overcharged for C-17 parts, including $149,000 for soap dispensers
The US Department of Defense inspector general initiated an investigation into the C-17 sustainment programme based on an anonymous tip, with the office concluding the US Air Force “did not pay fair and reasonable prices” for 26% of spare parts reviewed.
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AnalysisAir campaigns: how business jets play a key role in US elections
Business jets play a key role in any presidential election, the USA’s vast size requiring candidates to traverse thousands of miles to win votes
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NewsAirbus proposes MTU head Wagner to succeed Scherer as commercial aircraft chief
Airbus has proposed MTU Aero Engines chief Lars Wagner to succeed Christian Scherer as the head of the airframer’s commercial aircraft business.
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NewsAirbus maintains production ramp-up targets as supply-chain issues persist
Airbus is maintaining its full-year delivery estimate and its longer-term production ramp-up targets, although it states that supply-chain issues remain a concern.
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NewsRiyadh Air seals narrowbody order as it signs for 60 A321neos
Ambitious Saudi Arabian start-up Riyadh Air has signed an agreement to acquire 60 Airbus A321neos, revealing the supplier for its long-awaited narrowbody order.
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Paid contentThe essential role of weather data in aviation operations
In today’s fast-paced aviation industry, weather data isn’t just another box to tick — it’s a critical component of operational success. Yet, many of the data providers for airlines think of weather as a commodity. If you’re wondering whether your current weather data is the best it can be and truly serving your needs, it may be time to take a closer look.
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NewsLilium sale process kicks off as self-administration goes ahead
Insolvency and restructuring experts from Gorg and Pluta Rechtsanwalts will shortly begin seeking buyers for Lilium’s main operating units following their appointment to the German firms under a self-administration process.
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NewsTAI hands over first T625 Gokbey helicopter
Turkish Aerospace (TAI) has delivered the first T625 Gokbey helicopter, part of a launch order for 20 examples from Ankara for the new medium-twin.
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NewsFinnair shows off revamped E190 cabin interiors
Finnair has shown off a cabin revamp on its Embraer 190s, which the Nordic carrier uses for regional European services.
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NewsNigeria outlines M-346FA delivery schedule
Nigeria anticipates receiving its first of 24 Leonardo M-346FAs in early 2025, with six examples of the light-attack variant of the advanced jet trainer already in production.
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NewsLufthansa shifts freighter focus to Asia-Pacific
While a slower recovery and strong competition has hit Lufthansa Group’s passenger operations on Asia-Pacific routes since the pandemic, the carrier is shifting more of its freighter capacity to tap strong cargo demand from the region.
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NewsSpain’s Iberia takes delivery of first long-range Airbus A321XLR
Iberia has taken delivery of the first Airbus A321XLR, the longest-range variant of the A321neo family.
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NewsFinnair bets on sustainable fuel progress but pushes back carbon-neutrality target date
Finnair has pushed back its long-term target for achieving carbon neutrality, fixing the timeline at 2050 rather than its previous ambition of 2045. The carrier disclosed the shift as it revealed that short-term plans to decarbonise its operations had secured validation, with formal acceptance of a science-based target to reduce ...
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NewsThink tank outlines command and control requirements for CCAs
The Center for Strategic and International Studies has outlined the importance of the correct command and control (C2) balance for collaborative combat aircraft (CCAs) in combat scenarios.
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NewsUS government clears AMRAAM sale to Denmark
The US government has cleared the possible sale of Raytheon AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) to Denmark.
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NewsIndonesia’s TransNusa operates longest ARJ21 flight
Indonesian carrier TransNusa Airlines has operated the longest ARJ21 commercial flight, deploying the Comac regional jet on flights between Manado and Guangzhou.
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NewsLockheed begins production of Finnish F-35s
Finland is expected to receive its first stealth fighter next year, with aircraft arriving in the Nordic country in 2026 after pilot and maintainer training in the USA.
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NewsUnknown number of Frontier jets could be grounded for P&W engine inspections
While airlines worldwide grapple with groundings of Airbus A320neo-family jets due to Pratt & Whitney’s recall of hundreds of its geared turbofan (GTF) engines, all-Airbus operator Frontier Airlines has been spared so far from similar operational disruptions.