All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 32
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New Zealand investigates 777 landing control loss amid heavy rain
New Zealand safety officials are investigating a “loss of control” incident during landing involving a Boeing 777-300ER at Auckland International Airport.
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Australian airpower rises to face new geopolitical threats
Amid a darkening geopolitical outlook, Australia faces important questions about its future airpower capabilities.
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Baykar lands $370 million TB2 sale in Kuwait
Turkish unmanned air vehicle (UAV) producer Baykar has secured a $370 million contract to supply its Bayraktar TB2 platform to Kuwait.
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Skymark firms up 737 Max orders
Japanese carrier Skymark Airlines has confirmed four firm orders for Boeing 737 Max aircraft, as well as two options.
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T’way commences 737 Max 8 operations
South Korean low-cost carrier T’way Air has commenced service with the Boeing 737 Max 8 after receiving its first example in December.
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AirAsia mulling widebody operations from Johor: Fernandes
AirAsia Aviation is considering plans to deploy its Airbus A330s from the southern Malaysian state of Johor, as the airline eyes opportunities to ramp up its presence in the state.
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KF-21 prototype breaks Mach 1 for first time
The flight took place on 17 January flying from KAI’s production facility in Sacheon, says South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration.
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HAECO Xiamen completes first A321-200PCF conversion
HAECO Xiamen has rolled out its first A321-200PCF freighter conversion, in cooperation with 321 Precision Conversions, which holds the supplemental type certificate for the converted type.
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Australia confirms order for 40 UH-60Ms with deliveries starting in 2023
Australia confirms that it will obtain 40 Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, with deliveries to commence this year.
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ANA strikes SAF pact with Itochu and Raven SR
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Japan’s Itochu Corporation and US firm Raven SR for the long-term procurement of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
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US Air Force secretary stresses importance of advanced tankers, transports
The US Air Force (USAF) is serious about advanced designs for tanker and transport aircraft to address the emerging threats from near-peer adversaries.
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RAAF general steps into key USAF Pacific role
Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) General Carl Newman has joined the US Air Force as a deputy commander of its Pacific command.
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Avolon sees Asia driving upbeat 2023 for airlines
Lessor Avolon is upbeat about the aviation sector’s prospects in 2023 but highlights some key challenges facing the sector.
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BAE Systems Australia to build new F-35 support warehouse
BAE Systems Australia will build a new warehouse to help support Lockheed Martin F-35s in Australia and the broader region.
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ATSB investigates ground proximity warning involving Pionair BAe 146
The Australia Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is investigating a 5 January incident in which a British Aerospace BAe 146 freighter deviated below the vertical flight path.
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Vietjet enters Australian market with Melbourne launch
Vietnam low-cost carrier Vietjet Air is steadily adding to its international network, including plans for its initial foray into Australia.
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Northrop developing new AESA radar for F-35
Northrop Grumman is developing a new active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar for the Lockheed Martin F-35.
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US Navy amphibious ships offer platform for new aviation capabilities
The US Navy sees its big amphibious assault ships as highly customisable platforms that are well suited to incorporate new aviation capabilities as they emerge.
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China’s TB-001 UAV may have support role for ballistic missile attacks
China’s Tengden TB-001 unmanned air vehicle (UAV) may have a role in guiding Chinese ballistic missiles to their targets, and for providing real-time battle damage assessment.
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Su-57s play it safe in Ukraine war
Russia’s most advanced fighter, the Sukhoi Su-57, has conducted combat operations against targets in Ukraine – albeit from considerable ranges.