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AnalysisANALYSIS: Boeing testing robots to improve 777 productivity
As early as next year, Boeing could activate a robotic system to drill and fasten tens of thousands of rivets on the 777, as the company makes its boldest move yet in automating assembly of major aircraft structures.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: US cargo carriers face low yields amid trade jump
The US air cargo market continues to show signs of a turnaround, with US carriers reporting notable cargo volume gains in recent months and executives noting positive world economic trends.
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NewsIcelandic volcanic ash alert status raised
Iceland's Meteorological Office has again raised its alert status indicating the risk of atmospheric contamination by volcanic ash as a result of increased seismic activity near the Bárðarbunga and Trölladyngja volcanoes in central Iceland, both on the northern edge of the Vatnajökul glacial region.
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Troubles mount for UK’s PremiAir as CAA suspends licence
Mystery surrounds the fate of one of the UK’s oldest business aviation providers after the regulator suspended its Air Operator Certificate and the firm was apparently locked out of its base.
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NewsGoogle unveils UAV parcel delivery concept
Google is furthering its journey into the world of unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) as it introduces its parcel-delivery UAV prototype that has been developed under its two-year Project Wing effort.
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NewsKhazanah outlines MAS restructuring plan
Khazanah Nasional has released a 12-point restructuring plan aimed at bringing Malaysia Airlines (MAS) back from the brink of collapse and returning it to profitability.
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SR Technics invests in Irish inventory software firm
Maintenance firm SR Technics is making a strategic investment in Irish-based MRO software specialist Armac Systems.
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NewsRockwell Collins to double Brazil facility footprint
Rockwell Collins announced on 28 August plans to double the size of its facility in São José dos Campos, Brazil, with construction to begin before the end of 2014.
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NewsNorth Sea helicopter operators Blueway and NHV to join forces
North Sea helicopter operators Blueway Group and Noordzee Helikopters Vlaanderen are joining forces, creating a near-$300 million turnover business with a 59-strong rotorcraft fleet.
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NewsA400M undergoes tanker test campaign
An air-to-air refuelling test campaign using an F/A-18 Hornet combat jet has proven Airbus Defence and Space’s A400M transport aircraft capability to act as a tanker.
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Frontier to add five new markets from Cincinnati
Denver-based low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines will launch service to five additional destinations from Cincinnati in October.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Capacity tweaks drive US domestic network changes
Tweaking routes to achieve the most efficient and profitable network is a never-ending task for airlines. Questions like whether or not to fly three-times a day between Chicago and Omaha on a Boeing 737 or six-times a day on a Bombardier CRJ200 are common.
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Bell breaks ground at new Jet Ranger X factory
Bell Helicopter has started construction of its new Lafayette, Louisiana production facility that will house the final assembly line for its new 505 Jet Ranger X.
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NewsMAS reveals heavy loss after MH370 disappearance
Malaysian Airline System almost doubled pre-tax losses to MYR303 million ($96 million) during the second quarter, the period which included the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.
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NewsIranian and Chinese UAVs used in regional military drills
China and Iran are further integrating unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) into their inventories as both move towards including the technology in military drills for the first time
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Air France prepares to restructure short-haul operation
SkyTeam partner Air France is to present a short-haul network re-organisation strategy to staff by the end of October.
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Flydubai adds three more East African destinations
Middle Eastern budget carrier Flydubai is to start three new East African services, bringing its overall network to 80 destinations.
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NewsJAL orders 15 E-Jets; signs LOI for 32 MRJs
Japan Airlines (JAL) has placed a firm order for 15 Embraer E-Jets, while also inking a letter of intent with Mitsubishi Aircraft for 32 MRJ regional jets.
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NewsQantas ‘looking forward’ to firming 787-9 options
Qantas could soon exercise options for some Boeing 787-9s for delivery from 2017 if its international business rebounds to profitability in the coming years.
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NewsPICTURES: Bombardier delivers first high density Q400 to Nok
Bombardier has delivered its first 86-seat Dash 8 Q400 aircraft to launch customer Nok Air.