The first of at least 19 Bombardier Dash 8 Q400s is poised to enter service with SAS Commuter. Certification by Europe's Joint Aviation Authorities has cleared the way for deliveries of the high-speed 70-seater to begin (Flight International, 15-21 December). The Q400s will operate from Copenhagen and Stockholm.
Source: Flight International
Airbus has been awarded a two-year study contract to advance work on a maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) derivative of the A321XLR narrowbody for France, with service entry expected after 2030.
Russian airframer Yakovlev has disclosed a pre-tax loss of Rb5.1 billion ($51 million) for the full year, although it turned in a net profit of Rb6.5 billion. The aerospace company – whose lines include the MC-21 and SJ-100 civil airliners – benefited from deferred income tax of Rb11.6 billion. Yakovlev ...
Bombardier plans to open a new aircraft paint facility at London Biggin Hill airport in 2026 as part of the Montreal-based manufacturer’s ongoing strategy of expanding its global aftermarket services business.
