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American plans to launch new Beijing flight in November
American Airlines plans to launch its new flight to Beijing from Los Angeles in November, after securing economically viable slots at the Chinese airport.
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US Air Force awards Air Force One replacement contract
The US Air Force awarded Boeing a contract for two 747s, previously slated for the now defunct Russian carrier Transaero, that will be converted into the new Air Force One aircraft.
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AFRL funds demonstration for extended range Desert Hawk
The US Air Force Research Laboratory is funding advanced technologies for Lockheed Martin’s Desert Hawk Extended Endurance and Range (DH EER) unmanned air vehicle, including upgrades that will allow maritime operations.
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USAF set aside requirements for OA-X experiment
Four platforms are flying this week at Holloman AFB, New Mexico for the US Air Force’s light attack OA-X experiment, but the makeup of those aircraft might have turned out differently had more contractors sent in bids for the demonstration.
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Next Marine One helicopter achieves first flight
Lockheed-Sikorsky’s VH-92A, the Marine One configured S-92 that will replace the US president’s current helicopter, achieved first flight late last month.
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Air Lease not considering airline portfolio deals
Air Lease does not plan on buying any airline-owned aircraft portfolios, citing concentration risk concerns.
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ANALYSIS: Gulfstream has JSTARS in its eyes
Gulfstream has its sights set on a pair of US Air Force special mission aircraft opportunities with the G550, which could provide it with secure revenue for decades to come.
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ALC looks to accelerate Boeing deliveries as Airbus delays mount
Air Lease is looking to accelerate some of its Boeing deliveries to offset delays to certain Airbus aircraft in 2018, as it questions the stability of both airframers' supply chains.
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US Navy searching for new supersonic aerial target
The US Navy is searching for a new supersonic aerial target to replace its dwindling inventory of AQM-37s, the latest supersonic target effort following the service’s cancellation of the Multi-Stage Supersonic Target (MSST) GQM-173.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Has ATR finally ended its two-decade US drought?
The news that US regional carrier Silver Airways has signed a letter of intent for up to 50 ATR 42-600 turboprops will be welcome news in Toulouse.
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ANALYSIS: G120TP flight experience reveals Prefect's promise
This year's Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) coincided with a major event for the G120TP programme, as Grob Aircraft's highest profile customer for the type so far cleared a key milestone on the path to training its first student pilots for the UK.
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USAF improving its bunker buster bomb
Responses are due within a month to build at least 12,000 improved bunker busting bombs for the US Air Force, according to a recent notice posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website.
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Qatar drops plans to buy up to 10% of American
Qatar Airways has dropped plans to buy a 10% stake in American Airlines, following continued opposition by the US carrier.
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ANALYSIS: Small Iomax has big plans for light-attack champion Archangel
Light-attack aircraft come in many forms: purpose-built turboprops such as the Embraer A-29, converted turboprop trainers like the Beechcraft AT-6 and Korea Aerospace Industries KT-1, and even jet-powered trainers modified to carry weapons and surveillance equipment.
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Air Canada cash jumps to $3.2bn in second quarter
Air Canada saw its cash balances increase nearly 12% to C$4.05 billion ($3.23 billion) during the second quarter.
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NewsSilver commits to up to 50 ATR 42s, names new CEO
US regional carrier Silver Airways has signed a letter of intent for up to 50 ATR 42-600 aircraft, identifying a replacement for its aging fleet of Saab 340Bs after a nearly two year search.
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L-3 and Air Tractor join OA-X experiment
The L-3/Air Tractor Longsword light attack/surveillance aircraft is participating in the US Air Force’s light attack OA-X experiment this week, the two companies announced 31 July.
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American-China Southern deal hinges on 'slot exchange'
American Airlines plans to invest $200 million in China Southern Airlines hinge on approval of a "slot exchange", says executive vice-president of corporate affairs Stephen Johnson.
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USAF and special operations team up on light attack aircraft
A new document reveals a potential new path for the US Air Force to acquire a light air support capability through US Special Operations Command.
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United to end Hangzhou flights in October
United Airlines will end service to Hangzhou in October, as it faces weakness in the China market.