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China Southern eyeing RJs to replace ATRs
China Southern Airlines, which has announced that it is phasing out its ATR turboprops, is looking to replace these with regional jets. "We haven't...
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Shanghai Hongqiao's second terminal to open on 16 March
A second passenger terminal and runway will open at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on 16 March.
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China Southern's five ATR 72-500s on sale
China Southern Airlines are selling five ATR 72-500 aircraft, and have invited interested parties to enter bids.
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Thai army buys 16 Enstrom helicopters
Enstrom Helicopter has sold 16 480B training and utility helicopters to the Royal Thai Army ...
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Gippsland sold to Indian automotive and IT company
The acquisition of a majority stake in Australian general aviation manufacturer Gippsland Aeronautics by Indian automotive and information technology group...
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Boeing to close Sydney components factory
Boeing plans to close its factory in Bankstown, Sydney in 2012 as it consolidates its Australia components manufacturing work in Melbourne.
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IATA: Capacity is being re-introduced at a modest pace
Carriers appear to be cautious in adding capacity back into the system as the economy continues to strengthen, according to the latest analysis by IATA....
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FAA suspends two controllers for allowing a child to talk with pilots
"Two employees at the John F Kennedy International airport tower have been placed on administrative leave by the US FAA following an incident last month...
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South Korea finally receives its first batch of P-3CKs
The South Korean navy has received its first three of eight upgraded Lockheed Martin P-3CK maritime patrol aircraft from Korea Aerospace Industries ...
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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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NewsBoeing 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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NewsUK 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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NewsMonthly 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.