All articles by Siva Govindasamy – Page 10
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AA11: Gulfstream and Jet Aviation to break down walls in China
Gulfstream is ramping up its focus on the Chinese market by moving dedicated sales executives to Beijing, and working with sister company Jet Aviation to...
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AA11: Cathay in discussions to buy 14 more aircraft
Cathay Pacific is in talks to buy another 14 aircraft in the near term.
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Mitsubishi MRJ 100-seater to wait
Mitsubishi Aircraft is likely to start work on the 100-seat variant of its MRJ business jet only after the smaller types have had their first flight.
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NewsAA11: Cathay CEO eyes big Chinese growth
China will become the "big story" of this decade in the aviation industry, given the rapid expansion of its airline market and growth in airports over the next 10 years, says outgoing Cathay Pacific CEO Tony Tyler.
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NewsAA11: HNA orders 38 Boeing aircraft
China's HNA Group has ordered 38 Boeing passenger aircraft for its unit Hong Kong Airlines. The memorandum of understanding with Boeing comprises 30 787-9s, six 777 Freighters, and two 787-8s in VIP configuration, says HNA.
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NewsAA11: Air China places order for five 747-8Is
Air China has announced a firm order for five passenger versions of the 747-8, giving the programme a major shot in the arm from an important market segment.
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Thai AirAsia eyes $150m from 2011 IPO
Thai AirAsia plans to raise at least $150 million from an initial public offering in Bangkok before the end of the year.
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PICTURE: UAE's Adcom flies new unmanned target
UAE firm Adcom Systems has launched its latest unmanned aerial target, the Yabhon-GRN. Built after a five-year development programme, the design features a forward swept wing design and has a maximum take-off weight of 220kg (485lb).
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NewsUncertainty for aerospace firms amid Middle East upheaval
The turmoil engulfing the Middle East could have knock-on effects for ongoing military tenders and aircraft deliveries according to defence contractors.
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UAE stops talks with Alenia Aermacchi on M-346 contract
Negotiations between the United Arab Emirates and Alenia Aermacchi over the possible sale of M-346 advanced jet trainers have stopped, with industry sources saying there is no word on when they might resume.
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General Atomics, UAE firm tie up to offer Predator XP
General Atomics has signed an agreement with the United Arab Emirates' International Golden Group (IGG) to potentially supply Predator unmanned air vehicles to the country.
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NewsPICTURES: Eurofighter reveals Typhoon development options for Middle East
The Eurofighter consortium is developing a roadmap for the Typhoon that it believes will offer potential customers in the Middle East options to greatly enhance the type's capabilities.
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Qatar's Gulf Helicopters orders more AW139s
AgustaWestland has signed a deal with Qatar's Gulf Helicopters for five more AW139 helicopters ...
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Rockwell Collins opens Middle East offices
Rockwell Collins has opened new offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai to support its growing business in the Middle East.
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ATK eyes modified gunship market
ATK is moving into the business of modifying military aircraft as gunships after signing a contract with Jordan ...
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Qantas to deploy widebodies on Perth services
Qantas Airways plans to deploy larger widebodies, including Boeing 747-400s, on several Australian domestic routes as part of a plan to increase capacity...
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ANA's low-cost subsidiary orders 10 A320s
All Nippon Airways' new low-cost joint venture will operate a fleet of 10 Airbus A320s. The aircraft, which will be leased from GECAS, will seat 180...
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NewsAERO INDIA: Uncertainty over MMRCA time-frame
India's highly-anticipated medium multi-role combat aircraft competition could be wrapped up by September, Indian air force chief PV Naik said at a press conference yesterday.
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AERO INDIA: Indian navy assesses E-2D for carrier based AEW missions
Northrop Grumman has offered its E-2D for an ongoing Indian navy requirement for four carrier-based airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft.