All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 174
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PARIS: Beechcraft AT-6 ready for international win
Beechcraft says it has a launch customer for its AT-6 light attack aircraft, and could announce an order for 24 examples of the type before the end of 2013. The...
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PICTURE: India becomes eighth nation to operate C-17
India has officially received its first Boeing C-17 Globemaster III strategic transport, becoming the eighth nation to operate the type. New Delhi...
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ANALYSIS: A350-1000 challenges Japan's loyalty to Boeing
Japan's two dominant carriers have indicated they might consider the Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, but for the new widebody to win Japanese sales it will need...
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China and Kyrgyzstan to expand air links
China and Kyrgyzstan have entered a new agreement increasing direct flights between the two nations. In a statement on its website, the Civil Aviation...
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Canberra shortlists contenders for military helicopter training deal
Australia has shortlisted three contenders for a contract to provide its military with rotary wing training services ...
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India's Tejas set for final clearance in 2014: defence minister
India defence minister AK Antony believes the Tejas Mk I fighter can achieve final operational clearance in 2014 ...
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L-3 Mission Integration, Korean Air to upgrade navy P-3C Orions
L-3 Mission Integration has entered a contract with Korean Air to upgrade eight Lockheed Martin P-3C Orion aircraft operated by the South Korean navy.
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USA reveals weapons loads for F-15SE, F-35 in S Korean F-X competition
The US Department of Defense has formally notified congress about the potential sale of weapons for the Boeing F-15 Silent Eagle and Lockheed Martin F-35...
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ANALYSIS: Asia-Pacific load factors up two points in March 2013
Major Asia-Pacific carriers enjoyed increased load factors during March 2013, with only two of 16 carriers suffering moderate load factor declines. Across...
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ANA 787 experiences minor electrical fault owing to loose nut
An All Nippon Airways Boeing 787 experienced a minor electrical fault during a recent proving flight, but the cause was traced to an insufficiently turned...
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Nepal Airlines Twin Otter crashes, crew in critical condition
A de Havilland Canada DHC-6-300 Twin Otter operated by Nepal Airlines has crashed while attempting to land at the town of Jomsom, located northwest of Kathmandu. The...
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Lion 737 crash crew had no visual contact with runway
Indonesian investigators indicate that the crew of a Lion Air Boeing 737-800 continued to descend below minimum altitude despite not having visual contact...
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Contractors eye maritime patrol, anti-submarine requirements in Asia-Pacific
Maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) were themes at this year's Imdex Asia maritime defence show in Singapore. The show,...
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Vietnam set to receive first Twin Otter MPA
Vietnam's navy is set to receive its first of six Viking Air DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft in August. Three examples, designated the Guardian...
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Schiebel denies knowledge of Camcopters aboard Chinese warship
Austrian unmanned air vehicle manufacturer Schiebel says it has no knowledge of whether its Camcopter system has performed flights from a Chinese warship,...
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ANALYSIS: 777X and A350-1000 set for major fight in Asia-Pacific
Much has been made about the proposed Boeing 777X's attractiveness to the big Middle Eastern carriers, but the type and the rival Airbus A350-1000 will also...
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KAI wins W1.1tn contract for FA-50 fighters
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has received a won (W) 1.1 trillion ($1 billion) order for FA-50 fighter aircraft. KAI declined to state the number...
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Chinese officer hints at country’s big aircraft carrier plans
China plans to build an aircraft carrier that is larger and can carry more aircraft than its current such warship, the Liaoning ...
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SIA doubles Virgin Australia stake to 19.9%
Singapore Airlines will acquire an additional 9.9% stake in Virgin Australia for A$122.6 million, bringing its total stake to 19.9%. "The strategic...
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Pakistan's navy issues tender for single ATR 72-500
The Pakistani navy has issued a tender for a single ATR 72-500 aircraft to be used to carry passengers and freight, as well perform limited rescue duties.