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News
Learjet 85 still close to first flight
A top Bombardier executives says the Learjet 85 is close to making its maiden flight, but he stopped short of saying the composite aircraft will meet the company’s goal of a first flight by the end of the year.
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NewsBombardier’s first CSeries aircraft will conduct initial high-altitude tests
Initial high-altitude tests of Bombardier’s new CSeries aircraft will be conducted in the manufacturer’s first flight test vehicle, not the soon-to-fly second flight test aircraft, says the company.
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Modification to correct Q400 nose-steering flaw
Canadian safety authorities have ordered modification of Bombardier Q400 nose-wheel steering systems after a latent design deficiency was discovered during a pushback incident.
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NewsCHC's S-92 order helps Sikorsky cement sales lead over rival
Vancouver, Canada-based CHC Helicopter has formalised its order, originally announced in September, for nine Sikorsky S-92 helicopters with a further 15 aircraft covered by options.
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VIDEO: Scorpion light strike aircraft completes pre-flight taxi trial
Textron has released video footage showing taxi testing with its Scorpion demonstrator, just days before the type's expected first flight.
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US Army’s AH-64Es reach initial operating capability
The US Army’s first unit of Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, which have upgraded engines and new software, has achieved initial operating capability and is ready to be deployed, according to a 27 November Army media release.
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NewsAmerican and US Airways set to merge by 9 December
American Airlines and US Airways plan to close their merger by 9 December, following approval of their revised plan by a US bankruptcy court today.
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NewsUS B-52s fly over contested islands in apparent challenge to Chinese policy
Two US Air Force Boeing B-52 bombers flew over disputed islands off the coasts of Japan and China on 25 November, just days after China begin requiring aircraft flying in the area to register their flight path, according to reports.
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NewsBarring budget cuts, Sikorsky poised to win USAF rescue helicopter contract
Sikorsky could win a contract early next year to build the US Air Force’s next-generation combat rescue helicopter (CRH) — but only if the service receives adequate budget funding in the coming years.
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NewsNavy receives second MQ-8C
Northrop Grumman has delivered a second MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned helicopter to the US Navy, just weeks after the first Fire Scout completed initial flight tests.
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NewsPICTURES: Israel's Blue Flag exercise takes off
The Israeli-hosted "Blue Flag" multinational exercise has got under way, involving 50 fighter aircraft from the host nation, Greece, Italy and the USA.
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Analysis
ANALYSIS: Airlines see used serviceable materials driving savings
As airlines look to widen their profit margins, aircraft maintenance is a line item where operators have opportunities to cut down on costs. Some of these airlines are finding substantial savings through used serviceable parts procured from a previously used engine and refurbished to the standard of a new part. ...
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NewsPeru to sign for two C-27J Spartans
Peru is poised to join the C-27J operators club, once Alenia Aermacchi has finalised a roughly €100 million ($135 million) contract to supply its air force with two of the tactical airlifters.
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A-10 Thunderbolt debate continues amid potential budget cuts
The debate about the future of the US Air Force’s A-10 Thunderbolts continues, with one of the creators of the aircraft programme insisting the US will lose its entire cadre of experienced close-air-support airmen if the service retires its battle-tested but ageing A-10s.
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NewsAirport debt hinders United expansion at Washington Dulles: Smisek
The amount of debt allocated to Washington Dulles International airport hinders United Airlines’ ability to expand its hub at the airport, says chief executive Jeff Smisek.
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NewsBlock 40 Global Hawk goes to 'war': USAF
Northrop Grumman’s unmanned RQ-4 Block 40 Global Hawk has gone to “war” for the first time, according to the US Air Force.
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International Space Station celebrates 15-year anniversary
The International Space Station celebrated its birthday on 20 November, 15 years after Russia launched the first module, Zarya.
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NewsJetBlue E-190 makes emergency landing after slide deploys
A JetBlue Airways Embraer 190 diverted to Orlando International airport today in an emergency landing after the aircraft's slide deployed into the front galley.
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Aeromexico plans new JFK flights
Aeromexico will launch new seasonal service from New York to Puerto Vallarta, and from New York to Los Cabos, on 16 January and 18 January respectively.
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Southwest first US airline to offer gate-to-gate wi-fi
Southwest Airlines will be the first US airline to offer passengers gate-to-gate wi-fi service after gaining an approval from the Federal Aviation Administration for use of portable electronic devices (PEDs) throughout all phases of flight.