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NewsNAC seals aircraft resale contract with NetJets and Flight Options
Two leading fractional ownership companies, NetJets and Flight Options, have appointed National Airways as their exclusive aircraft resale representative for Africa.
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NewsCFM pleased with eCore 2 initial performance
CFM has begun tests of a second full-scale engineering core (eCore 2) at 50/50 partner GE's Cincinnati facilities
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NewsEASA clears modified Dassault 7X for passenger operations
The Dassault Falcon 7X fleet, grounded since 26 May awaiting rectification of a technical fault, has been cleared to resume passenger operations by the European...
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NewsBoeing advancing 737 rate to 42 by 2014
Boeing is raising 737 output further, to 42 a month by the first half of 2014, as it works through a backlog of 2,100 aircraft.
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NewsDeep ties and robust performance guarantees push Virgin America to CFM’s Leap
Virgin America's decision to become the CFM International Leap engine launch customer for the Airbus A320neo ultimately rested on its long-standing relationship with CFM, and the performance guarantees the engine manufacturer was willing to pledge to the carrier.
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NewsBoeing tests hybrid laminar flow control for 787-9
Boeing has begun flight testing a hybrid laminar flow control (HLFC) surface aboard one of its 787 test aircraft, aimed at cutting the drag of its 787-9 horizontal and vertical stabilisers.
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FAA seeks to fine Atlantic Southeast $425,000
The US FAA aims to levy a $425,000 fine against US regional carrier Atlantic Southeast Airlines (ASA) for operating two Bombardier CRJs that were not in compliance with federal regulations.
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Virgin Atlantic to begin London Gatwick-Cancun flights
Virgin Atlantic plans to begin flights between London Gatwick and Cancun, Mexico on 12 June 2012. The carrier will operate twice-weekly service on...
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PARIS: UK industry strong in 2010 - ADS
For the UK aerospace industry, 2010 was a good year. According to the annual industry survey published by trade association ADS, revenues rose 2.1% to £23.1 billion, setting a new record for the eighth year running.
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NewsBoeing raises 20-year forecast to 33,500 new aircraft
Boeing has increased its 20-year demand projection for commercial aircraft, identifying a $4 trillion market requiring 33,500 new aircraft deliveries between...
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NewsIndian LCC GoAir inks deal for 72 Airbus A320neo
Indian low-cost carrier GoAir has placed a firm order for 72 Airbus A320neo aircraft worth $7.2 billion at list prices. The airline expects to take...
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NewsPARIS: R-R prepares to ramp up Trent XWB production
Thanks to its status as sole engine supplier for the Airbus A350 XWB, Rolls-Royce is gearing up to build Trent XWB turbofans at the rate of almost one per working day by 2018.
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NewsLeasing firm ANI signs MOU for five Mitsubishi MRJs
Hong Kong-based leasing company ANI Group Holdings has inked a memorandum of understanding to buy five Mitsubishi MRJ regional jets. ANI is a unit...
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NewsNo decision on 737 or 777 development priority: Boeing
Boeing is still to decide whether to prioritise a 737 or 777 replacement once engineering resources are freed up by the entry into service of the current...
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NewsBoeing advancing 737 rate to 42 by 2014
Boeing has announced it will add a third 737 production rate increase, with plans to boost narrowbody output to 42 aircraft per month by the first half of...
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NewsGalaxy Tabs and iPads won't destroy case for embedded IFE, say stalwarts
News that Oneworld alliance partners American Airlines and British Airways are to distribute Samsung Galaxy Tabs and Apple iPads, respectively, in certain...
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PARIS: Lessor order set to reinforce turboprop's appeal
ATR is expected to today disclose details of an order from a large leasing company for up to 30 turboprops. The order will consist of 15 firm ATR 72-600s...
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Monnery details strategy of new leasing venture Skygo
Former Astraeus commercial director Shaun Monnery is spearheading a new company which will arrange seasonal aircraft leases from European airlines to carriers...
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NewsJetBlue unveils early boarding in extra legroom re-brand
JetBlue has re-branded its "Even More Legroom" offering to a new suite of products to include early boarding, early access to overhead bin space and expedited...
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PARIS: Alcoa - aluminium can trump carbonfibre
Boeing's decision to make the 787 out of carbonfibre was the right choice at the time. It was also a kick-in-the-teeth wake-up call for a company that for...