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Finland to get delayed Orbiters
Israel's Aeronautics Defense Systems will make its first delivery of the Orbiter 2 unmanned air system to the Finnish armed forces during March, with its original schedule having been delayed due to undisclosed problems.
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NewsAnalysts predict A-10, U-2 retirements in FY15
Some of the US Air Force’s most venerable aircraft will likely head to the boneyard in fiscal year 2015, victims of projected military funding cuts, budget analysts predict.
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NewsAeroVironment teams with Lockheed Martin on Global Observer
AeroVironment has teamed up with Lockheed Martin to pursue international customers for the liquid hydrogen-powered Global Observer, a high-altitude, ultra-long endurance unmanned air system (UAS).
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NewsLufthansa confirms Spohr as new chief executive
Lufthansa Group has confirmed Carsten Spohr as its new chief executive.
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NewsILFC and Libyan convert all A350-800s to -900s
Libyan Airlines and lessor ILFC have each converted their orders for the Airbus A350-800 to the larger -900, with Libyan Airlines ordering an additional pair of -900s under its revised agreement.
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NewsBA yet to decide on fate of 747 damaged in Johannesburg
British Airways has yet to make its decision whether to repair the Boeing 747-400 that struck a building whilst taxiing at Johannesburg airport on 22 December 2013, says the carrier’s managing director for brands and customer experience.
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Analysis
ANALYSIS: Power struggle for Asia-Pacific narrowbodies
One of the key Asia-Pacific commercial battles unfolding this year is literally a power struggle – between engine-makers. Powerplant manufacturers are keen to sew up big deals with the region’s fast-growing airlines, which are getting ready for delivery of a wave of new narrowbody jets.
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Analysis
ANALYSIS: Pilots fight new Norwegian employment model
European and US pilot associations have met with Norwegian and US authorities in Oslo to discuss issues arising from the continuing efforts by Norwegian Air Shuttle to set up an innovative corporate model for a new subsidiary airline.
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New Bristow CEO reaffirms safety commitment
Bristow Group’s chief executive designate has promised to continue the helicopter operator's commitment to aviation safety when he takes the helm in the summer.
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TUI trims first-quarter loss
TUI made a £166 million ($270 million) pre-tax loss in its first quarter ended 31 December 2013, an improvement on the same period of 2012, when it incurred a £181 million loss.
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Lahat missile passes complex firing trial
Israel Aerospace Industries has completed a series of helicopter-based firing demonstrations with its Lahat missile.
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Innocon forms UAS training team for Asian customer
Three Israeli companies have joined forces to enable an Asian customer to better train its soldiers in the use of unmanned air systems.
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UK sets 2019 target for Crowsnest introduction
The UK Royal Navy will field a next-generation organic airborne early warning capability in 2019, 18 months sooner than previously planned.
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NewsBoeing to announce Indian Max order at Singapore Airshow
Boeing is set to announce its first Indian customer for the 737 Max at the Singapore Airshow next week.
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NewsUS plans selective defence R&D to counter overseas threats: Official
Cuts to defense research and development budgets threaten to limit US innovation at a time when countries like China and Russia are investing heavily in new defense technology, a top US Department of Defense official warns on 5 February.
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NewsLockheed launches civilian version of C-130J
Lockheed Martin has launched an updated civilian version of its C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft, and expects to receive its first order from a customer later this year.
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NewsVIDEO: UK ends silence on Taranis testing
The UK has provided first details of an extensive flight test campaign performed with its Taranis unmanned combat air vehicle demonstrator last year.
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NewsMA60's nose landing gear collapses in China
A Xian Aircraft MA60 turboprop operated by Chinese carrier Joy Air was damaged after its nose landing gear collapsed at Zhengzhou Xinzheng International airport.
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NewsAlaska Airlines approves new online streaming service for fleet
Alaska Airlines has approved a plan to begin installing in one year a still undisclosed online streaming service across the fleet for in-flight entertainment.
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Raytheon continues developing persistent close air support technology
Raytheon is beginning work on the third phase of a multi-year project to develop a persistent close air support (PCAS) system to give ground troops faster, more accurate air support.