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January 14, 2021
Armed Forces Veterans' Day commemorated at Kochi
The Armed Forces Veterans' Day, was commemorated by Southern Naval Command (SNC) at Kochi, on January 14, 2021. Commodore NAJ Joseph, VSM, Commanding Officer, INS Venduruthy and the Station Commander, Kochi along with the Veterans from all three Services laid a wreath at the War Memorial inside naval base, Kochi.
January 13, 2021
Curtain Raiser: Veterans Day 14 January 2021
Indian Armed Forces will be celebrating Veteran's Day on January 14, 2021. The day was chosen as recognition of the services rendered by the first Commander-in-Chief of Indian Armed Forces, Field Marshal KM Cariappa, OBE who retired on this day in 1953.
January 7, 2021
America's Tibet Policy
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
A new landmark was established in US-China relations when US President Donald Trump signed the Tibetan Policy and Support Act (TPSA) 2020 on December 28, 2020 making it a law. Earlier the TPSA was passed by the US Senate.
January 7, 2021
Military Transport Aircraft
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Media has quoted official sources intimating them on January 5, 2021 that government is likely to finalise the deal to procure 56 transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF) at a cost of $2.5 billion.
January 7, 2021
New Frontiers in Space Cooperation
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
During the virtual meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan's Prime Minister Lotay Tshering on November 20, 2020, Modi announced, “I am happy to tell you that ISRO is planning to send a Bhutanese satellite to outer space next year and work is going on in full pace.
January 6, 2021
IAF Academic Collobaration with IDSR, Gujarat University MoU Signed
Indian Air Force and Institute of Defence Studies and Research (IDSR), an autonomous Institution of Gujarat University under the patronage of Government of Gujarat signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on December 29, 2020.
January 6, 2021
Raytheon Technologies Appoints Marie R. Sylla-Dixon as Chief Diversity Officer to Further Advance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
Raytheon Technologies today announced that Marie R. Sylla-Dixon has joined the company effective January 4, 2021 as chief diversity officer (CDO).
January 5, 2021
IAI Successfully Tested the MRSAM Air & Missile Defense System
MRSAM, Air & Missile Defense Systems jointly developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), ISRAEL & DRDO India was successfully tested last week at a test range in India.
January 1, 2021
Surgeon Vice Admiral Rajat Datta takes over as Director General Armed Forces Medical Services
Surgeon Vice Admiral Rajat Datta assumed the charge of Director General, Armed Forces Medical Services on January 1, 2021.
December 31, 2020
Indian Air Force Launches e-Governance (e-Office) Portal
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC formally launched the IAF e-Governance (e-Office) portal at Air HQ, Vayu Bhavan on December 31, 2020.
December 31, 2020
Tata's stake climb up the ladder in Indian aviation industry
By Ayushee Chaudhary
While everyone is busy ringing in hopeful celebrations for 2021, Tata Group took the celebrations a notch up as it announced about the increase of its stake in the budget carrier, AirAsia India.
December 22, 2020
Airbus delivers the first A400M to the Belgian Air Force
The Belgian Air Force has taken delivery of its first of seven Airbus A400M military transport aircraft. The aircraft was handed over to the customer at the A400M Final Assembly Line in Seville (Spain) and subsequently performed its ferry flight to the 15th Wing Air Transport in Melsbroek (Belgium), where the aircraft will be based.
December 22, 2020
Embraer E190 commences revenue flights with Myanmar Airways International

Myanmar Airways International's (MAI) first E190 commenced operations from Yangon on December 21, 2020, operating four flights throughout the day.
December 20, 2020
More Eyes in the Sky for IAF
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
News reports quoting government sources state that as per a recent discussions on the Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) Block 2 aircraft to be developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under...
December 19, 2020
Combined Graduation Parade held at Air Force Academy
A Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, on December 19, 2020, which marked the successful culmination of Training for 114 Flight Cadets of Flying and Ground Duty Branches in the Indian Air Force.
December 18, 2020
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hands over DRDO systems to Armed Forces Chiefs
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh handed over three indigenously developed Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) systems to Army, Navy and Air Force at a function held in DRDO Bhawan.
December 18, 2020
Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engines Achieve World-class Reliability
Pratt & Whitney, a division of Raytheon Technologies, announced that GTF engines powering the A320neo family have achieved a world-class engine dispatch reliability rate of 99.98%.
December 16, 2020
Alliance Against Illegal Charters Formed
A global group of leading business aviation organisations announced a coordinated effort to combat illegal on-demand charter flights in the sector. The group, called the Air Charter Safety Alliance, will raise awareness among potential customers, charter brokers, ministries of transport, and national aviation authorities...
December 15, 2020
Piper Delivers First Pilot 100i Trainer Aircraft
Piper Aircraft announced that it has received type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Pilot 100. The Pilot 100, which was announced during Sun-n-Fun in 2019, is the value priced addition to Piper's trainer-class line.
December 10, 2020
China Sends Warplanes to Pakistan For Exercise: Should India be worried?
By Lt. General J.K. Sharma (Retd)
The first such drill was held in Pakistan in March 2011. The Chinese Defence ministry did not reveal the number or type of the aircraft participating this time...
December 10, 2020
Chief of Staff, Japan Air Self Defense Force on Goodwill visit to India
General Izutsu Shunji, Chief of Staff, Japan Air Self Defense Force (CoS-JASDF) arrived in India on December 9, 2020 on a formal invitation from Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Indian Air Force.
December 9, 2020
Launch of Beresheet 2 Project
Israel's President, Mr. Rueven (Ruvi) Rivlin, hosted the launch ceremony for the "Beresheet 2" project - the launch of a second Israeli spacecraft to the moon, on December 09, 2020.
December 7, 2020
India's Message to SCO
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu on November 30 chaired the 19th Session of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government held in virtual mode.
December 7, 2020
BrahMos - Time to Go Global
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
BrahMos missile is one of its own kind supersonic missile having a maximum speed of 2.8 Mach (around 3,450 kmph or 2,148 mph) which is difficult to intercept by surface-to-air missiles including because of its immense ability to evade various radars.
December 7, 2020
Shukrayaan - Probing Venus
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is looking at 2024 for launch of its mission 'Shukrayaan' to probe Venus instead of earlier schedule in June 2023 on account of COVID-19.
December 4, 2020
VBACE lays out key suggestions for first-time buyers
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Considering the rising number of first time customers in the business aviation industry, VBACE 2020 got together experts to pitch in advice for them.
December 4, 2020
Industry leaders initiate towards a sustainable future
By Ayushee Chaudhary
While the industry is tackling the coronavirus crisis, the leaders are aware that the climate crisis is not to be ignored.
December 4, 2020
Innovation is the way forward
By Ayushee Chaudhary
While leaders discussed the future of flight innovations, VBACE successfully stood testimony to innovation and adaptation.
December 4, 2020
VBACE 2020 highlights workforce concerns and changes
By Ayushee Chaudhary
From the ground support staff to the maintenance professional, working in isolation to working from home, education sessions at VBACE proactively discussed about the transitions in the workforce post COVID-19.
December 3, 2020
Inaugural Virtual Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition 2020
By Ayushee Chaudhary
With virtual booths, exhibition halls, chat lounges and much more, NBAA’s VBACE 2020 took innovation a notch-up.
December 3, 2020
“Business aviation to emerge stronger from pandemic”
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Passenger air travel came to a halt across the globe and industries especially aviation and travel industry were hard hit. However with the shift towards safe travel and social distancing, business aviation did see better moments compared to commercial aviation.
December 3, 2020
Textron Aviation announces launch of the King Air 260
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Supplemental type certification (STC) approval of the IS&S ThrustSenseAutothrottle on Pro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 200 series aircraft also announced.
December 3, 2020
2020’s regulations and planning for aircraft acquisition
By Ayushee Chaudhary
VBACE 2020 sessions look at the pandemic’s economic and legislative impacts as well as tax benefits for aircraft ownership.
December 3, 2020
Gogo announces Gogo Vision 360 and completion of its commercial aviation business sale
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The premium Inflight Entertainment service is an effort to enhance passenger experience.
December 3, 2020
Airbus Corporate Jets display the brighter side of the pandemict
By Ayushee Chaudhary
At a press conference during VBACE 2020, ACJ executives highlight the new TwoTwenty Jets' qualities.
December 2, 2020
Pratt & Whitney PT6 turboprop engine makes General Aviation history: 50,000th engine rolls off the Production Line
Pratt & Whitney, a division of Raytheon Technologies, announced that the 50,000th PT6 turboprop engine has rolled off the production line achieving an exceptional milestone in General Aviation.
November 30, 2020
HAL delivers biggest ever cryogenic propellant tank to ISRO
HAL has delivered the biggest cryogenic propellant tank (C32 LH2) ever fabricated by the Company to ISRO much ahead of the contractual schedule at a program held here recently.
November 26, 2020
Indian Navy inducts SeaGuardian drones on lease
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The Indian Navy has recently inducted two MQ-9B SeaGuardiandrones on lease from the United States to carry out surveillance in the Indian Ocean Region.
November 20, 2020
The Depsang Tangle
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Subramanian Swamy created quite a flutter on Twitter with his tweet on November 15 that read: “I asked a national security officer how could the Chinese PLA build such an extensive infrastructure in such short period in Depsang.
November 20, 2020
EOS-01 Military Satellite Orbiting
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
On November 7, 2020, military satellite EOS-01 was launched into space from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota along with nine international customer satellites. These satellites were carried on board India’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) in its fifty first flight - PSLV-C49.
November 20, 2020
Beyond the ASAT Capability
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Mission ‘Shakti’ executed on March 27, 2019, successfully shooting down a low-earth satellite, demonstrated India’s anti-satellite (ASAT) capabilities. This enabled India to join the elite club of countries having similar capabilities; the US, Russia and China.
November 17, 2020
Hungary signs contract for acquisition of Two Multi-Mission KC-390 Millennium Airlifters
The Hungarian Government and Embraer signed a contract for the acquisition of two new generation multi-mission transport aircraft Embraer C-390 Millennium, in its air-to-air refueling (AAR) configuration, designated KC-390.
November 13, 2020
OGMA, an Embraer Group Company, becomes new Pratt & Whitney Authorised Maintenance Center to support GTF engines
OGMA is the new authorised maintenance center for Pratt & Whitney engines, one of the world's largest aircraft engine manufacturers.
November 7, 2020
Indo-US 2+2 Dialogue – New Chapter?
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
The third India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue held last month in New Delhi between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar of India with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of Defence Mark T. Esper...
November 7, 2020
Defence against Swarm Drones
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
The Islamic State used multiple drones on many occasions against the US and Iraqi forces engaged in retaking territory seized by them in Iraq. On January 5, 2018, 13 x GPS guided drones launched more than 50 km away attacked the Russian Air and Naval Bases at Khemmiem and Tartus in West Syria respectively.
November 4, 2020
Rafael names new CFO
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. announces that it has appointed Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Moshe Lipel as Executive Vice President of Finance and Control. Mr. Lipel will replace Mr. David Vaish who is retiring after 15 years as the company's CFO.
November 3, 2020
Appointments, Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Defence, India appointed V. L. Kantha Rao, a 1992 batch IAS officer of MP cadre, as the next Director General (Acquisition) in the defence ministry.
October 28, 2020
Press Statement by Raksha Mantri Raj Nath Singh following India-USA 2+2 Meeting in New Delhi on 27 October 2020
"Secretary Pompeo, Secretary Esper, Dr Jaishankar, Members of Press, Ladies and gentlemen, I thank the Secretaries, their delegations and all members of US media who have travelled to India to meet us amidst the threat of Covid-19 pandemic.
October 27, 2020
First A321P2F by ST Engineering, Airbus and EFW Enters into Service
ST Engineering, Airbus and their joint venture, Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW) achieved a key milestone in their joint A321 passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion programme in September this year with the re-delivery of the 'head of version' to launch customer, Vallair.
October 27, 2020
Aviator on course to become Finnair's largest handling provider for Helsinki operations
Having successfully partnered with Finnair in previous seasons to provide services at Helsinki airport, Aviator Airport Alliance, a full-range provider of aviation services at 15 airports across the Nordics, is now on course to become Finnair's largest handling provider at Helsinki Airport.
October 25, 2020
Seaplane successfully lands in Venduruthy channel
A Twin Otter 300 seaplane of Spicejet Technic took off from Male, Maldives and made a successful landing inside Venduruthy channel on October 25, 2020 for technical halt. The seaplane is 19-seater, which will be able to accommodate 12 passengers.
October 20, 2020
Pratt & Whitney Awarded Contract for F135 Modernization Study
Pratt & Whitney, a division of Raytheon Technologies Corp., today announced that it has been awarded a $1.5M contract to conduct an F135 modernization study and operational assessment by the F-35 Joint Program Office to determine specific propulsion system growth requirements for Block 4.2 F-35 aircraft and beyond.
October 20, 2020
Beijing's Continued Logjam
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
The Seventh Corps Commander level India-China talks at Chushul on October 12 remained largely inconclusive as expected. The joint statement as reported in Chinese media had similar diplomatic scripts as earlier saying...
October 20, 2020
The Missile Punch
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
In a signal to China, India conducted a slew of missile tests recently. These included the 400-km extended range BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, the Shaurya hypersonic missile, a low skimming subsonic Nirbhay cruise missile, SMART long range torpedoes, and RUDRAM anti-radiation missile.
October 20, 2020
Certifying Drones
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
News reports of October 03 have confirmed that Hyderabad-headquartered TQ Cert Services has become India's first third-party certification body (CB) for drones.
October 19, 2020
New VL MICA NG air defence system from MBDA
On the occasion of the Euronaval-online exhibition, MBDA announces the commercial launch of its new VL MICA NG air defence system.
October 9, 2020
Military Range of Solutions from Pratt & Whitney

In an exhaustive discussion with SP's Aviation, Ashmita Sethi, President and Country Head of Pratt & Whitney discloses the company's range of engagements with the military sector
October 8, 2020
Air Force entering a transforming era: IAF Chief on 88th Air Force Day
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Addressing the Air Force, Bhadauria highlighted the force's achievements, commitment, future enterprises and ethos to continue to serve towards a self-reliant nation.
October 8, 2020
India's Road to Self-Reliance in Defence begins with Strengthening Indigenous Manufacturing
By Louise Donaghey, Rolls-Royce
The world is reeling under the effects of a continuing pandemic and economies are slowly rising from this crisis, finding more resilient and innovative ways to survive and succeed.
October 6, 2020
Response to the stand-off along the LAC is indicative of our operational state
By Neetu Dhulia
Coming decade will see 114 MRFA fructify and a significant boost in AWACS, AEW&C capabilities, ISR, and aerial refueling capability.
October 6, 2020
CAE becomes Carbon neutral
CAE announced that it has become carbon neutral as of September 28, 2020, proudly becoming the first Canadian aerospace company to reach this goal. The company has achieved carbon neutrality by continuing to reduce its own emissions and by making investments in projects that offset its remaining annual carbon emissions.
October 6, 2020
Russi Batliwala appointed Chapman Freeborn Group Chairman after 33 years in the business - Eric Erbacher takes CEO role
Global aircraft charter specialist Chapman Freeborn, part of the Avia Solutions Group has appointed long-serving Russi Batliwala as its new chairman and welcomed back Eric Erbacher to replace him as CEO.
October 5, 2020
Queensland to Assemble Boeing's First Australian-designed, developed Unmanned Aircraft
Queensland is poised to take another bold step in aerospace and advanced manufacturing with an historic opportunity to be the final production home for unmanned defence aircraft - the first military aircraft to be designed, engineered and manufactured in Australia in more than 50 years.
October 5, 2020
Northrop Grumman's Cygnus Spacecraft Berths with International Space Station
The S.S. Kalpana Chawla will remain docked to the International Space Station for approximately three months
October 5, 2020
Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER achieves FAA type certification
Textron Aviation announced it has achieved Type Certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its newest flagship twin turboprop Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER aircraft, paving the way for customer deliveries to commence in the coming weeks.
October 2, 2020
Air Marshal Vikram Singh takes over as SASO HQ WAC IAF
Air Marshal Vikram Singh took over as Senior Air Staff Officer, Headquarters Western Air Command on October 1, 2020.
October 2, 2020
Air Marshal R.D. Mathur took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Training Command, Indian Air Force
Air Marshal R.D. Mathur took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Training Command, Indian Air Force, Bengaluru, on October 1, 2020.
October 2, 2020
Air Marshal Amit Dev took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Air Command, Indian Air Force
Air Marshal Amit Dev took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Air Command, Indian Air Force, Shillong, on October 1, 2020.
October 2, 2020
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines partner on their 40th humanitarian delivery flight

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines recently launched their 40th humanitarian delivery flight when the airline's new 787-9 Dreamliner departed Everett, Wash., carrying more than 20,000 pounds of humanitarian supplies.
October 2, 2020
Northrop Grumman Successfully Launches 14th Cargo Delivery Mission to the International Space Station
Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully launched the company's Cygnus cargo resupply spacecraft, the S.S. Kalpana Chawla, to the International Space Station.
October 2, 2020
Boeing to Develop Next-generation Satellite System for U.S. Space Force
Boeing has received one of three development contracts to build a satellite payload prototype and develop a new secure, resilient satellite communications architecture for the U.S. Space Force's Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) program.
October 1, 2020
Air Marshal RJ Duckworth takes over as AOP at Air Headquarters Vayu Bhawan
Air Marshal R.J. Duckworth took over as Air Officer in charge Personnel at Air Headquarters Vayu Bhawan, Indian Air Force on October 1, 2020. He was commissioned into Fighter Stream of the IAF on 29 May 1983 as a Fighter Pilot.
October 1, 2020
Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020 on September 28, 2020 which is an improvement on the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP) 2016.
October 1, 2020
Boosting Combat Drones Capability
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
As China remains hostile with its state media saying China does not recognise the Union Territory of Ladakh, established “illegally” by India, India is going in for boosting its combat drones capabilities.
October 1, 2020
Integrated Drone Swarm - Armoured Vehicle
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
In June 2017, China reported several drones delivering food, medicines and water to PLA soldiers – calling them ‘care packages' for front-line soldiers delivered automatically.
October 1, 2020
Ageing Helicopters
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)
Adverse affects of decades of neglect of defence and negative defence budgets in actual terms under various governments are coming to fore, faced with the Chinese aggression.
September 29, 2020
Defence Minister discloses the Defence Acquisition Procedure
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) was released on Monday at the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
September 29, 2020
GA-ASI, ANG, AATC and Ultra Electronics successfully complete initial operational assessment of REAP pod on MQ-9
In conjunction with the Air National Guard (ANG), the Air Force Reserve Command Test Center (AATC) and Ultra Electronics, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI) successfully completed initial operational assessment of the Rosetta Echo Advanced Payloads (REAP) pod on an MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
September 29, 2020
Indian Institute of Aeronautics Group becomes India's launch customer for Airbus' maintenance training solution 'ACT for Academy'
The Indian Institute of Aeronautics (IIA) Group has entered into an agreement with Airbus to use the training solution 'Airbus Competence Training (ACT) for Academy' in its curriculum.
September 29, 2020
Bombardier Continues Global Customer Service Expansion, Sets Stage for OEM Service in Europe
Bombardier today announced that the company has entered into share purchase agreements with each of Lufthansa Technik AG and ExecuJet Aviation Group AG to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Lufthansa Bombardier Aviation Services (LBAS) that it does not own.
September 28, 2020
GE9X engine achieves FAA certification
GE Aviation announced today that its GE9X engine has been certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorities, a key milestone in its journey to power the new twin-engine Boeing 777X family.
September 28, 2020
GA-ASI completes first Protector Unmanned Aircraft
On September 25, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) completed the first flight of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS), the fourth MQ-9B SkyGuardian® air vehicle (the first three MQ-9B air vehicles are company-owned assets supporting the certification qualification).
September 28, 2020
Schiebel CAMCOPTER® S-100 and Nordic Unmanned monitor ship emissions for EMSA in France
Schiebel, together with partners Nordic Unmanned and the NORCE Research Institute AS, is operating the CAMCOPTER® S-100 to monitor ship emissions for French Maritime Authorities.
September 25, 2020
GA-ASI Conducts Sparrowhawk SUAS flight tests
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted captive carry Sparrowhawk Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) flight demonstrations on September 16-17, 2020.
September 24, 2020
Air Transport Services Group selects GE Aviation for digital agreement
Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) selected GE Aviation for a comprehensive digital agreement including FlightPulse® and eFOQA. The program gives ATSG subsidiary airlines ABX Air, Air Transport International, and Omni Air International access to advanced analytics with enriched data sets that will ultimately drive greater understanding of flight trends.
September 24, 2020
Northrop Grumman Delivers New Capabilities to Deployed Global Hawk Autonomous Aircraft
New MS-177 and upgraded AN/ASQ-230 sensors will enhance multi-spectral image and signals intelligence collection for the United States Air Force and Geographic Combatant Commands.
September 24, 2020
Rolls-Royce completes ground-testing of technology set to power the world's fastest all-electric plane
Rolls-Royce has completed testing of the ground-breaking technology that will power the world's fastest all-electric plane.
September 24, 2020
GE Aviation receives Airbus Performance award
GE Aviation recently received the Airbus Best Performer award in Supply Chain & Quality Improvement. Toulouse-based Airbus recognized a “sustained performance, strong continuous improvement and a customer-oriented approach” from the GE Aviation Avionics team for 2019 performance.
September 23, 2020
Air Works wins 'Marketing Campaign of the Year Award'
Air Works, India's biggest, most-diversified, independent MRO and aviation services provider, announced that it has been awarded the prestigious 'Marketing Campaign of the Year Award' for 2020.
September 23, 2020
Dehradun Airport gearing up for a makeover and enhanced capacity
To meet the expected future growth of passenger footfall, AAI's Dehradun Airport is getting upgraded in phases at the project cost of 353 Crores. First Phase of development work includes construction of Domestic Terminal Building along with Utility Block, Car park, Sewage Treatment Plant, Rainwater Harvesting Structures...
September 23, 2020
Rostec starts assembling parts for the first Russian offshore helicopter Mi-171A3
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) started production of the first pre-production prototype of Mi-171A3 offshore helicopter.
September 23, 2020
GA-ASI Awarded Contract to Upgrade RPA for ANG
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has been awarded a $13.5 million contract to upgrade MQ-9 Block 1 and Block 5 Remotely Piloted Aircraft for the Air National Guard (ANG).
September 22, 2020
Boeing Licenses Ultraviolet Wand to Healthe, Inc. to Counter COVID-19
Boeing entered into a patent and technology license with Florida-based Healthe® Inc. today under which Healthe will manufacture an ultraviolet (UV) wand designed to sanitize airplane interiors.
September 22, 2020
Women's Indian Chamber Of Commerce & Industry (WICCI) appoints Lynn Frederick Dsouza as National President, Aviation Council
Lynn Frederick Dsouza, has been appointed as National President of the Aviation Council, Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (WICCI).
September 21, 2020
Falcon 6X Wins Prestigious Interior Design Award
Dassault Aviation's new Falcon 6X recently won the prestigious International Yacht & Aviation Award for interior design, underscoring the unique level of comfort and spaciousness offered by the ultra-widebody twin.
September 21, 2020
Airbus reveals new zero-emission concept aircraft
Airbus has revealed three concepts for the world's first zero-emission commercial aircraft which could enter service by 2035. These concepts each represent a different approach to achieving zero-emission flight, exploring various technology pathways and aerodynamic configurations in order to support the Company's ambition of leading the way in the decarbonisation of the entire aviation industry.
September 20, 2020
Boeing Wins More 737-800BCF Orders and Launches New Freighter Conversion Lines to Meet Strong Demand
Boeing today announced a firm order from an unidentified customer for two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF), as well as agreements to open additional conversion lines in Guangzhou, China, and Singapore to meet strong market demand.
September 18, 2020
Country’s first integrated General Aviation terminal inaugurated in Delhi
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The facility is said to consist of 70 plus aircraft parking bays, two aircraft hangars and two fixed-base operators (FBOs).
September 18, 2020
U.S. Air Force One gearing up for an unmatched speed
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Boom Supersonic, Exosonic and Hermeus have been awarded separate contracts by the U.S. Air Force’s Presidential and Executive Airlift Directorate.
September 17, 2020
Boeing names new Chief Strategy Officer and Company's First Chief Sustainability Officer
The Boeing Company today named B. Marc Allen as chief strategy officer and senior vice president, Strategy and Corporate Development, reporting to President and CEO David Calhoun.
September 17, 2020
Northrop Grumman Receives Award for Evolved Strategic SATCOM Program
Northrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Space Force for the rapid prototyping phase of the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) program to develop a modernized strategic communications space segment with enhanced resilience and cybersecurity capabilities.
September 16, 2020
Rosaviatsiya certified electronic documentation for Ansat
The Russian Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsia) granted the Russian Helicopters holding (part of Rostec State Corporation) the approval to make a major change to the Ansat helicopter type certificate. The event took place during the International Helicopter Industry Exhibition HeliRussia 2020 This document will enable operators to use full electronic documentation with the helicopters.
September 16, 2020
HSC and Polar Airlines sign a comprehensive service contract for Ansat helicopters
Helicopter Service Company (HSC) of the Russian Helicopters holding (part of the Rostec State Corporation) and Polar Airlines signed a comprehensive service contract for Ansat helicopters at the International Helicopter Industry Exhibition HeliRussia 2020.
September 15, 2020
Russian Helicopters presents new equipment options for Ansat
Russian Helicopters holding (part of the Rostec State Corporation) presents additional equipment options for the Ansat multipurpose helicopter at the HeliRussia-2020 Exhibition - new variants include an internal fuel tank and inflated ballonets.
September 15, 2020
STARLUX Airlines Deploys IBS Software's iCargo Platform to Manage All Cargo Business Functions from Launch
STARLUX Airlines, Taiwan's newest luxury carrier, has deployed IBS Software's iCargo platform to manage business and operational functions for its entire cargo business.
September 15, 2020
Boeing Australia 'Fires Up' Engine on First Loyal Wingman Aircraft
Boeing Australia powered up the commercial turbofan engine on the first Loyal Wingman aircraft in September, as part of ground testing and preparations for first flight.
September 14, 2020
Ampaire Flies Second Hybrid-Electric Prototype
Ampaire, a pioneer in electric aviation, flew its second technology demonstrator on September 10th. The aircraft is a refined version of its Cessna 337 “Electric EEL” hybrid-electric aircraft conversion.
September 14, 2020
Rolls-Royce launches Virtual Reality Maintenance Training Software
Rolls-Royce has launched its new Virtual Reality Maintenance Training Software for its AE 2100 engines powering C-130J aircraft, with the first training system to enter service with the U.S. Air Force at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico, US.
September 14, 2020
GA-ASI demonstrates maritime capabilities of SeaGuardian®
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI) concluded a set of maritime test flights over the sea-lanes off the coast of Southern California on September 11th, using the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS).
September 14, 2020
Jet Maintenance Solutions and Becker Avionics are partnering up
Jet Maintenance Solutions (JET MS), a global provider of integrated aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions for business and regional aviation has begun a partnership with Becker Avionics, the leading communication, navigation, surveillance and search & rescue equipment for airborne and ground applications equipment manufacturer.
September 14, 2020
Boeing, HBCU Southern University and A&M College Sign NASA Mentor-Protégé Agreement
Boeing and Southern University and A&M College have signed an 18-month NASA Mentor-Protégé agreement to work together on NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) program.
September 11, 2020
New bird in the arsenal of the IAF
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The induction programme included ceremonial unveiling of the Rafale aircraft, a traditional sarva dharma puja, an air display by Rafale, Jaguar and Tejas aircraft as well as by the Sarang aerobatic team.
September 11, 2020
Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant launches a certified process simulation facility
The Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant of the Russian Helicopters holding (part of the Rostec State Corporation) has launched a certified process simulation facility in its premises.
September 11, 2020
Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant carried out modernization of production equipment for stamping and machining
Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant of the Russian Helicopters holding (part of the Rostec State Corporation) has successfully implemented an investment project for creating modern, high-performance stamping and machining production.
September 10, 2020
Bombardier's Thought-Provoking Safety Standdown 2020 Going Virtual, Shines Light on Elevating Safety Through Keen Focus, New Practices
Bombardier's 24th annual Safety Standdown, one of the most comprehensive safety conferences in the aviation industry, is set for October 21 - and this year's event will be completely virtual.
September 9, 2020
Russian Helicopters deliver Mi-171 to China
The Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant of the Russian Helicopters holding (part of the Rostec State Corporation) has supplied a Mi-171 helicopter with VK-2500-03 engines to a Chinese civil aviation company.
September 9, 2020
GA-ASI integrates SAGE 750 ESM onto SeaGuardian®
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI) has integrated the Leonardo SAGE 750 Electronic Support Measure (ESM) system onto the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS). The SAGE 750 integration was performed by GA-ASI in partnership with Leonardo.
September 9, 2020
Ed Dandridge to Head Communications at Boeing
Boeing named Ed Dandridge as the company's Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, effective September 28, 2020. Dandridge succeeds Greg Smith, who has served as Interim Chief Communications Officer since July in addition to his role as Executive Vice President...
September 8, 2020
Pratt & Whitney secures contract for F-35 Aircraft Propulsion System Spares
Raytheon Technologies' Pratt & Whitney subsidiary has secured a $579.8 million contract to provide F135 propulsion system spare parts, engines and modules to the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, foreign military sales customers and non-Department of Defense participants.
September 8, 2020
Bombardier Announces Leadership Appointments
Bombardier Aviation announced today key leadership appointments at its Tucson and Fort Lauderdale service facilities. The appointments are effective immediately.
September 7, 2020
Aeronautics and Prevision selected by the BIRD Foundation for a joint development project
The BIRD Foundation is to invest in an initiative to develop a Wide Area Motion Imagery (WAMI) sensor with an automated interface to an electro-optics payload on Aeronautics' platforms
September 7, 2020
AMAC receives two Head of State aircraft and several new maintenance projects
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce that two Head of State aircraft arrived at the end of July in Basel, Switzerland. Furthermore, AMAC was awarded several new maintenance projects.
September 4, 2020
CAS addresses officers at College of Air Warfare
Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) visited College of Air Warfare (CAW) on September 3, 2020. The Secunderabad based CAW with its origins dating back to 1959 is an IAF institution of higher learning, which conducts courses on Air Warfare for tri-service officers in an integrated manner.
September 4, 2020
Mi-171A2 certified in South Korea
Validation of Mi-171A2 certificate confirms the compliance of design with local flight safety requirements and authorizes its use in the Republic of Korea.
September 4, 2020
Management appointments at Safran
livier Andriès has been named Executive Vice President, effective September 10, 2020. He is a member of the Group's Executive Committee. As initially announced, Olivier Andriès will succeed Philippe Petitcolin as Chief Executive Officer of Safran on January 1, 2021.
September 3, 2020
GA-ASI Successfully Demonstrates High-Powered Computing with AFRL's Agile Condor Pod
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), with the support of SRC Inc., successfully integrated and flew the Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) Agile Condor Pod on an MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) at GA-ASI's Flight Test and Training Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
September 2, 2020
Enhanced Pratt & Whitney GTF Engine Website Unveiled
Pratt & Whitney announced the launch of an enhanced website (https://pwgtf.com/) showcasing the GTF engine family. The site details what makes the Geared Turbofan the most advanced, fuel efficient and environmentally friendly single-aisle engine family available today.
September 2, 2020
New mobile phone check-in and baggage drop offering from Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace Systems is eliminating the need to physically touch kiosk screens during airport check-in and baggage drops. The company's new Kiosk Connect solution provides the first full, end-to-end, contactless airport journey...
September 2, 2020
Curtiss-Wright Selected for New All-Electric Air Taxi
Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solutions division, a proven leading supplier of rugged ultra-small form factor (USFF) processing and networking solutions, today announced that it was awarded a contract to provide an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer with a rugged avionics system and networking solutions for use on the company's new aircraft.
September 2, 2020
Northrop Grumman's EGI-M Navigation System Completes Critical Design Review
Northrop Grumman has successfully completed the critical design review (CDR) milestone for the Embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) / Inertial Navigation System (INS)-Modernization, or EGI-M, program.
September 2, 2020
Northrop Grumman Successfully Tests NASA's Space Launch System Booster
World's largest human-rated twin solid rocket boosters will provide more than 75 percent of thrust required to launch NASA's super heavy-lift SLS rocket
September 2, 2020
CAAi to draft Drone Regulations for Thailand
CAA International (CAAi), the technical cooperation arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA), has been appointed by CAA Thailand (CAAT) to draft new drone regulations. The nine-month project will allow CAAT to safely integrate the operations of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) into Thailand's aviation system.
September 2, 2020
USSOCOM contract for CAE USA Mission Solutions
CAE USA Mission Solutions Inc. (MSI), has been awarded an Other Transactional Authority (OTA) contract by United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to support the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Global Situational Awareness initiative.
September 1, 2020
First Next-Gen Chinook Helicopter for U.S. SOCOM
Boeing is delivering new technologies and performance improvements to U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) with the Block II Chinook helicopter with its Philadelphia team recently handing over the first MH-47G Block II Chinook to SOCOM on time.
September 1, 2020
Lockheed Martin to Build 10 Small Satellite Mesh Network
The Space Development Agency (SDA) awarded a contract of the Space Transport Layer to Lockheed Martin to demonstrate a mesh network of 10 small satellites that links terrestrial warfighting domains to space sensors - all launching in just two years.
September 1, 2020
GA-ASI and SENER Aeroespacial Team to Develop New NATO Pod for MQ-9
Since General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and the engineering and technology firm SENER began collaborating in 2008...
September 1, 2020
Steadicopter unveils its latest additions to its RUAV Black Eagle family - Black Eagle 25E and Black Eagle 50E - featuring electric propulsion, and adapted for law enforcement, HLS and maritime applications, and covert missions
The lightweight new E models enableoperational flexibility, while meeting regulatory and operational needs
September 1, 2020
Pipistrel begins to accept orders for Nuuva series of cargo eVTOL aircraft
The flagship Nuuva V300 is a revolutionary long-range large-capacity heavy-weight autonomous eVTOL UAV for logistics and aerial cargo delivery.
September 1, 2020
Lorenzo Mariani appointed Executive Group Director Sales & Business Development and Managing Director MBDA Italia
Lorenzo Mariani has become Executive Group Director Sales & Business Development of MBDA and Managing Director of MBDA Italia.
August 31, 2020
Air Force Sports Control Board conferred with 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2020'

Air Force Sports Control Board was conferred with 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2020' for the outstanding contribution in helping sportsperson to excel in their respective disciplines and implement robust sports welfare measures.
August 31, 2020
Flying Colours completes trio of corporate shuttles for North American customer
Flying Colours Corp., the North America-headquartered refurbishment, completions and MRO specialist, has redelivered a third modified Bombardier Challenger 850 to an undisclosed Fortune 500 company.
August 31, 2020
SATCOM Phased Array Prototype Successfully Completes Transmit Test
The company has recently received orders for the delivery of 100 units of the SIGHT-25HD, the first member the SIGHT family of RWS and AFV payloads.
August 30, 2020
Dr. Drabu Joins Air Works as an Independent Director
Air Works - India's largest, independent MRO and well-diversified aviation services provider announced the appointment of Dr. Haseeb A. Drabu as an Independent Director on the Board of the Company.
August 28, 2020
Schiebel CAMCOPTER® S-100 and Nordic Unmanned carry out world's first full-scale offshore UAV flight for Equinor
Schiebel, together with partner Nordic Unmanned, successfully demonstrated to Norwegian energy company Equinor the cargo delivery capability of its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) CAMCOPTER® S-100 to offshore platform Troll A.
August 28, 2020
Pilatus Strengthens Its Board of Directors With Two Top Swiss Entrepreneurs
Yesterday's extraordinary General Meeting saw shareholders elect two new well-known members to the Board of Directors - Hansueli Loosli and Lukas Gähwiler. Both have an outstanding track record, making them the ideal persons to continue building a sustainable and strategically successful future for the Swiss aircraft manufacturer.
August 28, 2020
AirAsia India and Avis partner to offer premium car rental services for guests
AirAsia India has partnered with Avis India to offer guests discounted car rental services, and other benefits such as complimentary upgrades in India and internationally when booking on https://www.avis.co.in/partner/AirAsia
August 27, 2020
Cyient Receives Silver Boeing Performance Excellence Award
Cyient, a global engineering and technology solutions company, today announced that it has received a 2019 Boeing Performance Excellence Award. The Boeing Company issues the award annually to recognize suppliers who have achieved superior performance.
August 27, 2020
BOC Aviation (Ireland) Limited signs Magnetic MRO as their CAMO service provider
Magnetic MRO, a Total Technical Care and asset management organisation, has signed a Continuing Airworthiness Management contract with BOC Aviation (Ireland) Limited, one of the world's leading aircraft leasing service provider.
August 27, 2020
Northrop Grumman Increases Collaboration with Space and Missile Systems Center by Implementing Agile Methodology
Northrop Grumman’s Enhanced Polar System - Recapitalization (EPS-R) Control and Planning Segment (CAPS) program is essential to provide continuous coverage for secure, jam-resistant, strategic and tactical communications in the Earth's North Polar Region.
August 26, 2020
GA-ASI Selects 18 Businesses to Participate in Virtual Blue Magic Belgium
Annual Industry Engagement Event Gives Belgian Businesses Opportunity to Present Capabilities to Support SkyGuardian® Development
August 25, 2020
Rostec to deliver first Mi-26T2 to the Ministry of Emergency Situations
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec) and the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations agreed on the delivery of the first heavy Mi-26T2 helicopter to the department's needs.
August 25, 2020
Russian Helicopters to supply two Mi-38 helicopters to the Ministry of Defense
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) signed a contract with the Ministry of Defense for supplying two Mi-38 helicopters with a highly comfortable cabin.
August 25, 2020
Russian Helicopters sign a contract for the development of modern shipborne helicopter
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of the Rostecstate corporation) has signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense for the development of a modern shipborne helicopter.
August 25, 2020
Boeing Statement on Starliner-1 Crew Assignment
Boeing Astronaut Chris Ferguson shared the following statement today regarding NASA's Starliner-1 crew assignment:
August 25, 2020
Euramec and GeoSim team up with Vulcan, the unique Aerial Firefighting Simulation solution for Europe
Euramec, the European flight simulation solution providers team up with Australia's GeoSim to deliver Vulcan, a unique aerial firefighting simulation solution.
August 24, 2020
Launch of IAF Mobile Application 'MY IAF'
Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, Chief of the Air Staff launched a mobile application 'MY IAF' at Air HQs Vayu Bhawan on August 24, 2020 as a part of Digital India initiative.
August 24, 2020
Bombardier Delivers First Global 7500 Aircraft Equipped with Dual Head-up Display (HUD)
Bombardier is pleased to announce it has delivered the first Global 7500 aircraft equipped with a dual head-up display (HUD). This first-in-class capability provides additional safety and redundancy to what is already the most advanced and pilot-friendly cockpit in business aviation.
August 24, 2020
Russian Helicopters presents new high-speed rotor blades for combat helicopters at ARMY-2020
The Russian Helicopters holding company (part of RostecState Corporation), presented new fully composite rotor blades designed to increase the maximum speed of Mi-28 and Mi-35 combat helicopters at the International Military-Technical Forum ARMY-2020.
August 24, 2020
Rostec launches serial production of upgraded Mi-35P
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) has launched serial production of the upgraded Mi-35P attack helicopter at the Rostvertol plant.
August 23, 2020
Russian Helicopters to present upgraded Mi-171Sh at ARMY-2020 for the first time
The Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec) will for the first time present upgraded Mi-171SH "Storm" military transport helicopter at the International Military-Technical Forum ARMY-2020.
August 21, 2020
Reaction Engines and Rolls-Royce announce new strategic partnership agreement
Reaction Engines Ltd and Rolls-Royce plc today announced a new strategic partnership agreement to develop high-speed aircraft propulsion systems and explore applications for Reaction Engines' thermal management technology within civil and defence aerospace gas turbine engines and hybrid-electric systems.
August 20, 2020
Belgium Contract for GA-ASI SkyGuardian®
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has signed a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract with the U.S. Air Force for Belgian Ministry of Defense to acquire the MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS).
August 19, 2020
Enter Air to Purchase up to Four Boeing 737-8 Jets
Boeing and Enter Air today announced the Polish airline is expanding its commitment to the 737 family with a new order for two 737-8 airplanes plus options for two more jets.
August 17, 2020
Boeing 777 Freighter Joins the Volga-Dnepr Group
A Boeing 777 Freighter today joined the Volga-Dnepr Group fleet of 24 Boeing freighters today, departing Paine Field in Everett, Washington. The fuel efficient twin-engine freighter will begin operations with AirBridgeCargo, a subsidiary of Volga-Dnepr.
August 14, 2020
AirAsia India salutes the Indian Armed Forces, offering 50,000 free seats with the AirAsia RedPass initiative
Ahead of India's 74th Independence Day, AirAsia India has announced the RedPass initiative for the armed forces in recognition of their contribution as the strongest pillar of the nation, supporting democracy and security.
August 13, 2020
CAS flies the MiG-21 Bison during his visit to a frontline air base
Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria, Chief of Air Staff (CAS) visited a frontline air base in Western Air Command on August 13, 2020.
August 13, 2020
Foodpanda takes to the skies with pandaFly
Project marks significant progress in realising drone deliveries following successful test flight with ST Engineering, supported by POSH Bawean
August 13, 2020
Dassault Aviation Leads Business Jet Industry in Product Support
The results are in for the two main leading gauges of customer satisfaction - the product support surveys from Aviation International News (AIN) and Professional Pilot. And for the second straight year, Dassault Aviation has taken the top position in AIN.
August 13, 2020
US Department of the Air Force-Boeing X-37B Team Wins Collier Trophy for Aerospace Excellence
The U.S. Department of the Air Force and Boeing [NYSE: BA] X-37B autonomous spaceplane is receiving the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy for the greatest American achievements in aeronautics and astronautics of 2019.
August 13, 2020
Northrop Grumman Successfully Completes First Qualification Test of New Rocket Motor for United Launch Alliance
New graphite epoxy motors will help launch ULA's Vulcan Centaur rocket beginning in 2021
August 13, 2020
AirAsia India stands as India's most punctual airline for July 2020
In the latest data released by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation for the month of July 2020, AirAsia India again emerged as the most punctual airline retaining the no. 1 spot in the On-Time Performance (OTP) metric.
August 13, 2020
Boeing Recognized for Sustainability Leadership
Boeing today today received a 2020 Sustainability Leadership Award from the National Association of Manufacturers. The award recognizes the company's innovative efforts to recycle aerospace carbon fiber, diverting waste away from landfills across the globe.
August 11, 2020
New Microsoft Flight Simulator to feature Pipistrel Virus SW 121
Microsoft has partnered with Pipistrel to include the Virus SW 121 as one of the airplanes available in their new, long-awaited Microsoft Flight Simulator, which will be released on August 18.
August 10, 2020
Hydrogen in focus to achieve zero emissions
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Sustainable alternative fuel, hydrogen, and electric are the major possibilities that the industry needs to focus upon; experts highlight.
August 10, 2020
Boeing's Freighter Conversion Program gets a renewed boost
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Boeing's freighter conversion programs received an elevation during the FIA Connect with Boeing announcing a contract calling for DHL Express to add four 767-300BCFs and another with Aircraft Finance Germany covering two 737-800BCFs.
August 10, 2020
First ever virtual airshow concludes successfully
By Ayushee Chaudhary
With approximately 14,000 delegates coming together across countries and continents virtually, the FIA Connect successfully deliberated on sustainable and crucial matters of the aviation industry.
August 10, 2020
Team Tempest expands for the next generation combat aircraft
By Ayushee Chaudhary
General Electric UK, QinetiQ, Collins Aerospace, Thales, Martin-Baker, GKN and Bombardier come on board the Team Tempest, a future combat air system being developed for RAF & other European forces.
August 10, 2020
AviaAM Leasing's recently acquired Boeing 747-400F nose-loader liveried and already operational on behalf of Magma Aviation
AviaAM Leasing, part of the Avia Solutions Group, has announced the purchase of a Boeing 747-400F nose-loader aircraft which has already started commercial operations on behalf of Magma Aviation.
August 10, 2020
Bombardier Awards Suppliers with Diamond Certification
Diamond certification granted to suppliers who demonstrated outstanding operational performance and competitiveness in 2019
August 7, 2020
Aviation leaders connect at FIA to discuss the pandemic at hand
By Ayushee Chaudhary
From travel confidence, to technological initiatives needed in the industry, experts highlighted the grave situation that has come due to the pandemic and pointed out the steps that can be taken going forward.
August 7, 2020
Consumer Confidence Crucial for post COVID-19 recovery
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Consumer confidence was stressed as another key to relaunching travel. To tackle the unprecedented passenger drop-off, the government and industry officials stressed to collaborate on technology, cleanliness, and other means to reduce health risks, increase passenger confidence, and facilitate the return of travel.
August 7, 2020
From future advancements to present survival
By Ayushee Chaudhary
As for LeAnn Ridgeway, Vice President of Avionics and General Manager of Information Management Services for Collins Aerospace, technology can play a significant factor in the recovery.
August 7, 2020
Focus on diversity through the pandemic, women leaders stress
By Ayushee Chaudhary
FIA Connect also witnessed a dedicated panel discussion with women leaders hosted by the Women in Aviation and Aerospace Charter (WIAAC) focusing on diversity and inclusion as the industry starts to recover from COVID-19.
August 7, 2020
Ansat flights start in Mexico
Flights of Ansat light multipurpose helicopter owned by the Mexican company Craft Avia Center started in Guadalajara. The video shows the helicopter landing on a helipad of a high-rise building in the city center.
August 6, 2020
Lockheed Martin Strengthen Ties with Defence and Aerospace Supply Chain with Suppliers Conference
Lockheed Martin announced the culmination of the 7th edition of its annual Suppliers Conference on July 31, 2020 by reaffirming its continued commitment to and focus on Make in India.
August 4, 2020
Barfield Enters Unmanned Aircraft Maintenance Repair Market
AFI KLM E&M American Subsidiary Barfield joins Robotic Skies network to provide maintenance and repair services for Unmanned Aircraft Systems in its Louisville facility.
August 4, 2020
Textron Aviation introduces the new Beechcraft King Air 360
Textron Aviation ushered in the next generation of its legendary King Air turboprop family with the Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER. The updated flagship turboprop offers the latest technological advancements in the cockpit, a redesigned cabin, and enhancements to passenger comfort.
August 3, 2020
Jetfly takes delivery of 5th PC-24 and 1st PC-12 NGX
Jetfly Aviation has just taken delivery of two new aircraft: a fifth PC 24 and an initial PC-12 NGX. These acquisitions further reinforce the partnership between the Swiss aircraft manufacturer and Europe's largest fleet operator of Pilatus with 47 aircraft.
August 1, 2020
Air Marshal V.R. Chaudhari AVSM VM Assumes Command of Western Air Command
Air Marshal B.B.P. Sinha took over as the new Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) of IAF at Air Headquarters, New Delhi today.
July 31, 2020
Air Marshal B Suresh PVSM AVSM VM ADC Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, WAC IAF proceeds on superannuation
Air Marshal B Suresh PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command, Indian Air Force superannuated on July 31, 2020 after an illustrious career spanning nearly 40 years.
July 31, 2020
F-35 Proposal given to Canada
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) awarded Lockheed Martin a $240 million contract to support the modeling and simulation framework for the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS).
July 31, 2020
Boeing's Arizona Modification Line Yields First QF-16 Full-Scale Aerial Target
A team from Boeing and the U.S. Air Force completed the first QF-16 Full-Scale Aerial Target to undergo conversion from a modification line in Arizona.
July 31, 2020
Boeing Receives $265 Million Chinook Helicopter Order from U.S. Army Special Operations
Boeing recently signed a $265 million contract for nine more MH-47G Block II Chinook helicopters that employees in its Philadelphia plant will assemble for the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC).
July 30, 2020
Boeing 737 MAX 8 Full Flight Simulator in Spain
BAA Training, one of the TOP 3 independent aviation training centres in Europe, is going forward with expansion in Spain. The global aviation training provider is establishing a 5300-square-meter training center near Barcelona-El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport.
July 29, 2019
Rafale Land in India
The first five Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafale aircraft have arrived at Air Force Station, Ambala. The aircraft got airborne from Dassault Aviation Facility, Merignac, France on the morning of July 27, 2020 and reached India this afternoon with a planned stopover en-route at Al Dhafra airbase in the UAE.
July 29, 2019
Key Electronic Warfare Capabilities for AC/MC-130J Aircraft from Northrop Grumman
The first five Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafale aircraft have arrived at Air Force Station, Ambala. The aircraft got airborne from Dassault Aviation Facility, Merignac, France on the morning of July 27, 2020...
July 29, 2020
Lockheed Martin Technology Protects NASA's Mars 2020 Mission
ockheed Martin developed the technology behind the aeroshell that will protect NASA's newest Mars rover, Perseverance, and deploy the first-ever Mars helicopter. The Mars 2020 spacecraft with its Perseverance rover is scheduled to launch July 30 from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.
July 27, 2020
Ferry of Rafale
The first five Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafales have taken off from Dassault Aviation Facility, Merignac, France, today morning. These five include three single seater and two twin seater aircraft.
July 27, 2020
FIA draws focus on the electric future of air mobility
By Ayushee Chaudhary
While the concerns around infrastructure and people's beliefs still remain, the industry experts are confident about the potential of UAM which will takeover transportation in the times to come.
July 27, 2020
Pandemic delays production, yet Lockheed Martin aims to achieve F-35 delivery target
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The F-35 production line has delivered 540 aircraft, and more than 1,000 pilots and 10,000 maintainers are now trained to fly and work on the aircraft.
July 27, 2020
Bombardier Expands Worldwide Customer Support with Enhanced Structural Repair Capabilities
Bombardier Aviation has announced the extension of its worldwide customer support offerings through enhanced structural repair capabilities for its worldwide fleet of business jets.
July 24, 2020
The GE90 engine surpasses 100 million hours
GE Aviation's massive GE90 engine has surpassed 100 million flight hours. In November, the aircraft engine will mark 25 years in service.
July 23, 2020
FIA goes virtual
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The global pandemic of coronavirus might have brought some unprecedented situation and new challenges but it has not dampened the spirits of those who are determined to deliver especially in the aviation industry.
July 23, 2020
Coming together for space exploration & larger societal goals
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The constant curiosity to unravel the secrets of the space beyond earth is not just a fascination move but holds long-term technological as well as economic benefits.
July 23, 2020
Sustained efforts needed for sustainable flying
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Environmental importance has been on the forefront of discussions especially since the last few years irrespective of any industry. Aviation industry has especially seen a rise in awareness when it comes to steps being taken to take care of the environment at large.
July 22, 2020
Indian Air Force Commanders' Conference - July 2020
The Air Force Commanders' Conference (AFCC) was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on July 22, 2020 at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan).
July 22, 2020
DHL Express Increases Fleet Capacity with Boeing Converted Freighters
DHL Express and Boeing announced that it will add four 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF) as part of the logistics company's efforts to continue modernizing and growing its fleet with cost-efficient and reliable freighters.
July 22, 2020
Lockheed Martin Announces India Suppliers Conference and Exhibition
The annual conference will be virtually co-hosted with Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
July 22, 2020
Boeing Supply Chain Services Agreements Strengthen Etihad Airways' Operational Excellence
Boeing and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, have finalised agreements for several supply chain solutions. These agreements strengthen Etihad's commitment to ensuring the on-time performance and availability of its aircraft.
July 21, 2020
World-Renowned General Aviation Aircraft Producer Pipistrel and Electric Vehicles Charging Pioneer Green Motion Join Forces to Define the Future of Electric Airplane Charging
Pipistrel and Green Motion are announcing a game changing partnership to develop a universal, future-proof, environmentally friendly, turnkey charging technology for electric airplanes.
July 21, 2020
Enhanced Service Options for the V2500^® Engine
Pratt & Whitney is working with V2500 operators to offer custom aftermarket solutions for passenger and freighter operations alike.
July 21, 2020
Team SkyGuardian® Australia announced
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI), the world's leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), announced that the industry team assembled for the development and delivery of MQ-9B SkyGuardian® RPAS for Australia, will now be called "Team SkyGuardian Australia" (TSGA).
July 21, 2020
Rolls-Royce propulsion system for Bell V-280 Valor
Rolls-Royce has reached agreement with Bell Textron to provide the propulsion system for the V-280 Valor aircraft as it moves forward in the competition for the U.S. Army's Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Program.
July 21, 2020
World-Renowned General Aviation Aircraft Producer Pipistrel and Electric Vehicles Charging Pioneer Green Motion Join Forces to Define the Future of Electric Airplane Charging
Pipistrel and Green Motion are announcing a game changing partnership to develop a universal, future-proof, environmentally friendly, turnkey charging technology for electric airplanes.
July 20, 2020
Induction of Rafale in Indian Air Force
The first batch of five Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafale is likely to arrive in India by end July 2020. The aircraft will be inducted at Air Force Station Ambala on 29 July subject to weather.
July 20, 2020
Boeing and Etihad Broaden Sustainability Alliance by Testing Innovations on ecoDemonstrator 787
Boeing and Etihad Airways will use a 787-10 Dreamliner to test ways to reduce emissions and noise as part of the aerospace company's ecoDemonstrator program before the airline accepts delivery of the airplane this fall.
July 20, 2020
Safran contributes to 2020 Boeing ecoDemonstrator with new landing gear noise reduction technology
Safran Landing Systems is accelerating innovation in landing gear noise attenuation as part of Boeing's 2020 ecoDemonstrator.
July 20, 2020
Flying Colours Corp. continues taking on the Challengers with trio of heavy maintenance checks
Flying Colours Corp. continues to satisfy market demand for 192-month inspections as heavy maintenance checks on a trio of Bombardier Challenger-family aircraft continue at its St. Louis, MO. facility.
July 20, 2020
Pratt & Whitney Expands its GTF MRO Network to Support Growing Engine Fleet
The global network of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities that service Pratt & Whitney's GTF™ engines continues to grow with the addition of new facilities, more capacity and added capabilities.
July 20, 2020
Falcon 6X gearing up for its maiden flight
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Being touted as the world's first ultra widebody business jet, Dassault Aviation's Falcon 6X is gearing up for an early 2021 flight despite the upheaval caused by the pandemic.
July 20, 2020
Indian Air Force Commanders' Conference
The Air Force Commanders' Conference (AFCC) will be conducted from 22-24 July 20, at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) New Delhi. The theme of the conference is "IAF in the Next Decade". Hon'ble Raksha Mantri is likely to grace the occasion by inaugurating the AFCC on July 22, 2020.
July 19, 2020
Customers Harness Boeing's Services Solutions to Support Operations and Growth
Leading carriers, including Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines, and All Nippon Airways, choose Boeing Global Services supply chain support despite current market challenges
July 16, 2020
Bombardier Challenger 350 reaches New Heights with Enhanced Cabin Experience
Passengers have even more reason to love the best-selling Challenger 350 aircraft thanks to a new suite of enhancements that further elevate the cabin experience aboard this award-winning jet.
July 16, 2020
Kiran Dambala appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Tata Lockheed Martin Aerostructures
Tata Lockheed Martin Aerostructures Limited (TLMAL), a joint venture between Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, has appointed Kiran Dambala as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
July 15, 2020
147training.com sees continuous growth in online aviation training
Since the beginning of COVID-19, volumes of aviation professionals seeking new certificates and qualifications via online platforms have steadily risen and 147training.com, a FL Technics training division, has reached an astonishing milestone of 15,000 certificates issued to FL Technics' students.
July 14, 2020
The Great Reset: How Asian Airlines Will Brace for a New Normal
By Cesar Pereira, Embraer Commercial Aviation
The one-size-fits-all approach has never sounded more obsolete, while right-sizing has never been more appropriate. Right-sizing is now an industry buzzword recognised as a strategic move and only a multi-fleet strategy, with diverse seat segments, provides the flexibility to adjust capacity to the new market demand.
July 14, 2020
India’s aviation & travel industry come together to restore passenger confidence
By Ayushee Chaudhary
As countries uplift lockdown and travel begins to resume, the industry aims to regain the rattled confidence of travellers with key initiatives being taken in industry collaboration.
July 14, 2020
Middle East Airlines Takes Delivery of First Airbus A321neo Powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engines
In what can be termed as a landmark event, Airports Authority of India (AAI) entered into an MoU with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) that will provide a platform for collaborative development and support for both the organizations to address the emerging airport business globally, including that of Asia Pacific region.
July 14, 2020
First V-22 Osprey Delivered to Japan
Bell Boeing delivered the first V-22 Osprey to Camp Kisarazu in Japan on July 10. The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) is the first operator of the V-22 outside of the U.S. military.
July 14, 2020
Successful Multi-Day Capability Demonstration by Northrop Grumman's Firebird
Multi-mission demonstration, including single day integration of new sensor, showcased the power of Firebird's open architecture
July 14, 2020
AAI signs an MoU with BEL for Co-operation in the field of Civil Aviation
Middle East Airlines-Air Liban (MEA) and Pratt & Whitney celebrated the delivery of MEA's first Airbus A320neo family aircraft - an A321neo - powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.
July 14, 2020
Boeing Announces Deliveries in Second-Quarter of 2020
The Boeing Company announced major program deliveries across its commercial and defence operations for the second quarter of 2020.
July 14, 2020
Gulfstream Announces Sales Team Promotions
Gulfstream Aerospace has announced promotions within its Sales organisation. Wayne Oedewaldt has been promoted to Regional Senior Vice President of International Sales for Asia Pacific.
July 14, 2020
Unison Industries continues successful AAR partnership with re-selection as exclusive distributor
Unison Industries today announced the expansion of the longstanding partnership with AAR CORP. as the exclusive worldwide aftermarket distributor for Unison Industries' aviation, aerospace, military and civil land vehicles products.
July 13, 2020
Boeing and US Air Force Ink Historic Deal for F-15EX Fighter Jet
The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a nearly $1.2 billion contract to build the first lot of eight F-15EX advanced fighter jets to help the service meet its capacity requirements and add capability to its fighter fleet.
July 10, 2020
Boeing Completes Deliveries of Apache and Chinook Helicopters to the Indian Air Force
With the final five of 22 Apache attack helicopters handed over to the IAF at Air Force Station, Hindan, Boeing has completed delivery of all new AH-64E Apache and CH-47F(I) Chinook military helicopters to the Indian Air Force (IAF).
July 10, 2020
Airbus forms Team Nightjar to deliver Australian industry capability
Airbus Helicopters has joined hands with over 20 Australian partners to form Team Nightjar, as the consortium launches its solution to Project LAND 2097 Phase 4.
July 10, 2020
Northrop Grumman to Provide Extended Life Capability for Perseverance Mars Rover Mission
This summer, Northrop Grumman is playing an important role in a historic phase of Mars exploration. Northrop Grumman's LN-200S inertial measurement unit (IMU) will provide extended life inertial navigation for NASA...
July 10, 2020
Pipistrel's E-811 - the first electric engine certified for use in General Aviation - now available to other OEMs
Pipistrel obtained a Type-Certification for E-811 as the world's first electric engine certified for use in General Aviation. The engine, fully certified by European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), is now also available to other aircraft designers and manufacturers globally.
July 9, 2020
Dassault’s Falcon 6X First Flight on Track

Despite the upheaval caused by the Coronavirus epidemic, Dassault Aviation is making steady progress toward an early 2021 planned first flight for its latest and roomiest aircraft, the Falcon 6X.
July 9, 2020
Milestone 350th delivery of Bombardier Challenger 350

Bombardier is celebrating the 350th delivery of its beloved and best-selling Challenger 350 business jet, which continues to evolve and solidify its market-leading status.
July 9, 2020
MTU Aero Engines AG: Supervisory Board extends contract for Michael Schreyögg
The Supervisory Board of MTU Aero Engines AG has extended the contract for Chief Program Officer Michael Schreyögg for a further five years until the end of June 2026.
July 8, 2020
Flying Colours Corp. teams with Aviation Clean Air to make flying safer
Flying Colours Corp. has signed a distributor agreement with Savannah, Georgia-based Aviation Clean Air (ACA), to act as an installation facility for ACA Needle Point Bi-Polar Ionization (NPBI™) Components within the North American region.
July 8, 2020
BAE Systems selects CAE Medallion MR e-Series for Qatar Typhoon simulators
Today at the CAE OneWorld virtual conference and tradeshow, CAE announced that BAE Systems has selected the CAE Medallion MR e-Series visual system for Eurofighter Typhoon full-mission simulators for the Qatar Emiri Air Force.
July 8, 2020
New Dallas Service Center Appointment by Bombardier
Bombardier Aviation announced the recent appointment of Marc Rivest as General Manager of its award-winning Service Center in Dallas.
July 7, 2020
India’s space sector opens up for private participation in a historic reform
By Ayushee Chaudhary
This is expected to let the country surge in space activities, make way for large-scale employment and become a global technology powerhouse.
July 7, 2020
US Air Force Orders LITENING Targeting Pod Upgrade
The U.S. Air Force has placed an initial order for Northrop Grumman Corporation's LITENING advanced targeting pods with full-color digital video capability and two-color laser spot search and track.
July 7, 2020
Magnetic MRO completes ATR program for Finnair
Finnair ATR 72 interior and exterior refurbishment program was a complex process which involved multiple Magnetic MRO departments, including painting, line maintenance and interior production.
July 7, 2020
Israel Ministry of Defense and Israel Aerospace Industries successfully launched the 'Ofek 16' reconnaissance satellite
The Space Administration in the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D), of the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMoD), and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), successfully launched the 'Ofek 16' reconnaissance satellite into space.
July 6, 2020
MTU Aero Engines plans to adjust personnel capacity by 10 to 15 percent by the end of 2021
Due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on international aviation, MTU Aero Engines AG plans to adjust its personnel capacities. By the end of 2021, the company aims to reduce capacity at its German and international locations by a total of around 10 to 15 percent.
July 2, 2020
Indian Air Force SASOs' Conference
Indian Air Force Senior Air Staff Officers' (SASOs') Conference was inaugurated by Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC on July 2, 2020.
June 30, 2020
Indigenous Airborne Locust Control System on Mi-17 Helicopter
Anticipating Locust attack, Ministry of Agriculture signed a contract with M/s Micron, UK to modify two Mi-17 Helicopters for spraying atomized pesticide to arrest Locust breeding in May 2020.
June 30, 2020
2,500th AH-64 Apache Helicopter delivered
Boeing recently delivered its 2,500th AH-64 Apache helicopter, an E-model Apache for the U.S. Army, from the company's production line in Mesa, Arizona.
June 30, 2020
Third GPS III satellite now climbing to orbit on its own power
After a successful launch, the third Lockheed Martin-built GPS III satellite is now headed to orbit under its own propulsion. The satellite has separated from its rocket and is using onboard power to climb to its operational orbit, approximately 12,550 miles above the Earth.
June 29, 2020
Third Multi-Domain Operations demo by GA-ASI using Gray Eagle ER
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) completed a month-long demo event that showcased a suite of long-range sensors, Air Launched Effects (ALE) and Scalable Command and Control (SC2) on its Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
June 29, 2020
LONGBOW delivers its 500th Fire Control Radar
The LONGBOW Company (LBL), a joint venture between Northrop Grumman Corporation and Lockheed Martin, recently delivered the 500th APG-78 LONGBOW Fire Control Radar (FCR) for the AH-64 Apache helicopter.
June 29, 2020
Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engines to power the First Airbus A320neo Aircraft delivered to China Express
Pratt & Whitney and China Express Airlines Co., Ltd (China Express) announced that the airline has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320neo aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.
June 26, 2020
Cheetah helicopter of the Indian Air Force lands on Eastern Peripheral Expressway
A Cheetah helicopter was proceeding from Hindan to Halwara for a routine Air Force task. Approximately 14 NM out of Hindan, helicopter developed technical snag and carried out precautionary landing on Eastern Peripheral Expressway.
June 25, 2020
Long-range Global 5500 Business Jet enters into service
Bombardier is very proud to announce the entry-into-service of the innovative, long-range Global 5500 business jet, which was recently delivered to an undisclosed customer.
June 25, 2020
Airbus announces Rémi Maillard as the President of Airbus India and Head of South Asia
Airbus has appointed Rémi Maillard as President of Airbus India and Managing Director of South Asia region, effective September 1, 2020. Rémi, currently Head of Airbus Services, will succeed Anand Stanley who will move to Singapore as President, Airbus Asia-Pacific.
June 25, 2020
India’s travel and aviation industry discuss ways to build confidence in flying post COVID-19
The aviation and travel value chain came together, under the aegis of the US-India Aviation Cooperation Program (ACP), to discuss ways to restore customer confidence in flying amid health concerns over COVID-19
June 25, 2020
Automatic Takeoff and Landing Enhancements of Reaper MQ-9A Demonstrated
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) demonstrated three expanded Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) enhancements that provide...
June 24, 2020
Airbus gets order for five new helicopters from Japan's National Police Agency
Japan's National Police Agency (NPA) has ordered one new H225 and four H135 helicopters from Airbus as part of its fleet modernisation programme. The five new helicopters will complement the agency's law enforcement capabilities. The new order will take NPA's Airbus fleet to 30.
June 24, 2020
Northrop Grumman completes preliminary design review for Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared Subsystem
Northrop Grumman Corporation and Ball Aerospace have successfully completed the preliminary design review (PDR) for the Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next Gen OPIR) Geosynchronous (GEO) Block 0 mission payload.
June 23, 2020
Pratt & Whitney expands its GTF MRO Capabilities
To expand its GTF™ maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) network, Pratt & Whitney, a division of Raytheon Technologies Corp. announced it will invest $12.5 million into its North Berwick, Maine facility that will perform maintenance on high pressure turbine and high pressure compressor modules for the PW1100G-JM engine.
June 22, 2020
AirAsia India operates charter flight for seafarers from Mumbai to Chennai, Kochi and Kolkata
In line with AirAsia India's efforts to help migrant communities reach their homes safely, the airline chartered flights from Mumbai to Chennai, Kochi and Kolkata, to ferry over 360 seafarers.
June 22, 2020
Pratt & Whitney adds new video to its popular PT6A engine rigging video series for Cessna Caravans
Pratt & Whitney, a division of Raytheon Technologies Corp. announced today that it has launched a new video as part of its engine rigging video series for pilots, owners and maintainers of Cessna Caravan aircraft.
June 19, 2020
Five-bladed H145 receives type certification by EASA
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has certified Airbus Helicopters' five-bladed H145, clearing the way for customer deliveries towards the end of summer 2020.
June 19, 2020
Curtain Raiser Indian Armed Forces Contingent Victory Day Parade 2020
A Tri-Service contingent of the Indian Armed Forces comprising 75 all ranks, led by a colonel rank officer will participate in the Military Parade at Red Square, Moscow on June 24, 2020, to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Victory of the Soviet People in the great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.
June 19, 2020
173 migrants flown by AirAsia India from Mumbai to Dehradun supported by NLS Alumni
Speaking about the Umeed Ki Udaan charter, Anup Manjeshwar, Head, Sales & Distribution, AirAsia India said, "In the past three weeks, we have collaborated with National Law School for six charter flights carrying migrant workers to cities like Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Patna and Guwahati...
June 19, 2020
Vertical Aerospace develops its next generation Seraph eVTOL Aircraft with Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE Cloud
Dassault Systèmes today announced that Vertical Aerospace, a UK-based aviation industry innovator aiming to revolutionize how people fly by making air travel personal, on demand and carbon-free, is using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud to develop their third all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
June 19, 2020
Rostec made the first civilian Mi-8AMT Arctic helicopter
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) started serial production of Mi-8AMT Arctic helicopters for civilian customers. Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant made the first rotorcraft which is ready to start operation.
June 19, 2020
Five-bladed H145 receives type certification by EASA
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has certified Airbus Helicopters' five-bladed H145, clearing the way for customer deliveries towards the end of summer 2020. The certification covers the full range of capabilities, including single-pilot and instrument flight rules (IFR) and single engine operations (Cat.A/VTOL), along with night vision goggles capability.
June 18, 2020
Boeing names D'Ambrose as Human Resources Leader
Boeing today named Michael D'Ambrose as executive vice president of Human Resources, effective July 6. He will succeed Wendy Livingston, who has served in an interim capacity since April.
June 17, 2020
Klaus Eberhardt to continue as Chairman of the Supervisory Board of MTU Aero Engines AG
Klaus Eberhardt (72) will continue to lead the Supervisory Board of MTU Aero Engines AG. This was decided unanimously by the Supervisory Board at its meeting today.
June 16, 2020
Flying Colours Corp. completes 240-month Global Express heavy inspection and confirms more in the pipeline
Flying Colours Corp., the North American MRO and completions business, has completed a 240 month inspection for a Bombardier Global Express aircraft. The intense check took place at Flying Colours Corp' Peterborough, ON. headquarters where a technical team with extensive heavy maintenance experience completed the twenty-year inspection.
June 16, 2020
Germany-based cargo.one and IBS Software ink strategic partnership
A game-changer, it will provide airlines seamless access to cargo.one's rapidly growing customer base and boost sales online.
June 16, 2020
ST Engineering receives first-ever authorisation from CAAS to perform aircraft inspection using drones
ST Engineering will be using its in-house developed drone solution, DroScan to carry out General Visual Inspection (GVI) during aircraft maintenance at its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities in Singapore after its Aerospace sector received authorisation from the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS).
June 16, 2020
Heidi R. Wood named as interim Group President, Defence and Security of CAE
CAE announced that effective June 26, Todd Probert, who was appointed to the position of Group President, Defence and Security in January 2020 will step down to pursue a job opportunity within the U.S. National Security community and Heidi R. Wood will take over as the interim Group President, Defence and Security.
June 15, 2020
Active implementations & lesser restrictions must for aviation's faster recovery
By Ayushee Chaudhary
To restore the economy recessed due to the novel coronavirus, it is important to get the aviation sector back in action and hence traveller confidence needs to be restored by implementing common guideline around the world, point out global experts.
June 15, 2020
Leonardo increases its stake in Avio, further consolidates its positioning in the Space Sector
Leonardo announced the conclusion of the transactions aimed at purchasing 988,475 Avio's shares. Following the transactions, Leonardo increases its stake in Avio by 3.75 per cent, reaching 29.63 per cent of the share capital.
June 15, 2020
Jim Taiclet becomes new Lockheed Martin President and CEO
In a planned leadership transition, experienced chief executive, Gulf War veteran and pilot James D. Taiclet, 60, today became president and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corporation.
June 15, 2020
Raytheon Intelligence & Space selected to participate in development of the Advanced Battle Management System
A multiple award IDIQ contract valued up to $950 million over the next five years with options beyond was awarded to Raytheon Intelligence and Space to participate in the Air Force's development of the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS).
June 12, 2020
Iconic Cessna Skyhawk celebrates 65 years since first flight
On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the first flight of the most popular single-engine aircraft in aviation history, Textron Aviation is honoring the Cessna Skyhawk.
June 10, 2020
Post COVID-19 world likely to witness a rise in flying private
By Ayushee Chaudhary
There are as many as 700 touchpoints exposing passengers to the risk of contagion on a single commercial flight, compared to just 20 such in business aviation.
June 10, 2020
Raytheon Technologies appoints Dantaya Williams as chief human resources officer
Raytheon Technologies has appointed Dantaya Williams as chief human resources officer. Williams will report to Greg Hayes, chief executive officer, Raytheon Technologies.
June 10, 2020
Bell Boeing delivers 400th V-22 Osprey Tiltrotor Aircraft
The Bell Boeing V-22 team recently delivered its 400th aircraft, a CV-22 for U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command.
June 10, 2020
Pipistrel obtains first ever Type Certificate for an electric aeroplane from EASA
The Pipistrel Velis Electro is the world's first fully electric aeroplane ever to receive type certification. The two-seater, intended primarily for pilot training, is a game-changing aircraft in terms of technological innovations and cost-efficiency.
June 9, 2020
Women in Aviation International (India chapter) and Lockheed Martin India advance STEM education in India
The initiative aims to support ongoing mentoring and remote engagement for middle and high school students to promote careers in aerospace and aviation
June 9, 2020
New maintenance projects on Bombardier, Boeing and Airbus
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce to have awarded several new maintenance projects. A Head of State Bombardier Challenger 605 has recently arrived in Basel, Switzerland, to undergo a 12-month inspection.
June 8, 2020
Civil Air Patrol continues its long-standing collaboration with Textron Aviation Special Missions
U.S. Civil Air Patrol (CAP), awarded a contract for the sale of 17 Cessna piston engine aircraft to Textron Aviation. CAP agreed to purchase 11 Skyhawk 172S, five Skylane 182T and one Turbo Stationair HD T206HD aircraft, using fiscal year 2020 funds.
June 8, 2020
First-time commercial satellite navigation capabilities for air transport aircraft from Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace's GLU-2100 recently became the first Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR) to use Dual Frequency/Multi-Constellation (DFMC) technology and build on its legacy of market-leading Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).
June 8, 2020
Indian Air Force inducts Indigenous Airborne Rescue Pod for Isolated Transportation (ARPIT)
The Indian Air Force has designed, developed and inducted an Airborne Rescue Pod for Isolated Transportation (ARPIT). This pod will be utilised for evacuation of critical patients with infectious diseases including COVID-19 from high altitude area, isolated and remote places.
June 8, 2020
IAI signs a 350$ million Special Mission Aircraft related contract with Major European country
Special Mission Aircraft which are designed and developed in IAI are used primarily for collecting strategic intelligence.
June 6, 2020
Aviation paves way for humanity in times of distress
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The aviation industry has been actively working towards helping many stranded passengers; Bollywood actor Sonu Sood and AirAsia India came together through the initiative “Umeed Ki Udaan” where many migrant workers stranded in different parts of the country were airlifted.
June 6, 2020
At last Private aircraft and Charter operations see some action
By Ayushee Chaudhary
To bring back stranded Indians from overseas, the government finally issued guidelines for an order to allow non-scheduled domestic operations, post two months of travel restrictions.
June 5, 2020
Rolls-Royce puts net zero carbon by 2050 at the heart of future innovation and growth
Rolls-Royce today joins the UN Race to Zero campaign in the run up to COP26 with a bold ambition to play a leading role in pioneering a resilient, inclusive, net zero carbon future.
June 5, 2020
Bombardier Aviation announces workforce adjustments in response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Bombardier Aviation announced today that it would adjust its workforce to align with current market conditions reflecting the extraordinary industry interruptions and challenges caused by COVID-19.
June 4, 2020
GA-ASI Acquires IJK Controls
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), a global leader in Remotely Piloted Aircraft, announced today that it has acquired a majority of the assets of IJK Controls, including facilities and all Intellectual Property.
June 3, 2020
Boeing resumes the production of 737 Max
By Ayushee Chaudhary
After five months of inactivity, the aerospace manufacturer begins with the restart of production of controversial jetliners
June 3, 2020
Air Marshal B Suresh PVSM AVSM VM ADC visits Air Force Station Halwara
Air Marshal B Suresh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command visited Air Force Station Halwara on Jun 3, 2020. On arrival, the AOC-in-C was received by Air Commodore A Bhadra, Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station Halwara.
June 3, 2020
Boeing delivers first Super Hornet Blue Angel Test Jet
Boeing has delivered the first Super Hornet test aircraft for the U.S. Navy's Blue Angel flight demonstration squadron.
June 3, 2020
SpaceX brings back human spaceflight to the United States
By Ayushee Chaudhary
This mission marked the first time a commercially developed space vehicle, owned and operated by a private entity rather than NASA, carried Americans into orbit.
June 3, 2020
Helitrans accepts first helicopters under e-delivery process
Helitrans of Norway has become the first customer to take delivery of new Airbus helicopters using the e-Delivery process devised to enable deliveries while ensuring compliance with COVID-19 health and safety restrictions.
June 1, 2020
Vivek Lall returns to General Atomics as Chief Executive
By Vishal Thapar
Top honcho's focus is likely to be the expansion of General Atomics' global footprint and international collaboration
May 27, 2020
Tejas FOC aircraft handed over to the IAF
The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday inducted Tejas Mk-1 FOC aircraft into the recently resurrected No 18 Sqn, the "Flying Bullets" at Air Force Station Sulur, marking yet another important step towards enhancing the operational capability of the Air Force.
May 20, 2020
U.S. Customs and Border Protection award contract for two Beechcraft King Air 350CER aircraft to Textron Aviation
A contract for another two Beechcraft King Air 350CER turboprop aircraft for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) was awarded to Textron Aviation.
May 17, 2020
First Cessna SkyCourier twin utility turboprop takes flight
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, today announced the successful first flight of its new twin utility turboprop, the Cessna SkyCourier. The milestone flight is a significant step toward entry into service for the clean-sheet aircraft, and it kicks off the important flight test program that validates the performance of the Cessna SkyCourier.
May 17, 2020
Boeing-built X-37B Launches in Second Mission for US Space Force
The Boeing built X-37B autonomous spaceplane today launched on top of a uniquely configured United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.
May 15, 2020
At Cruising Altitude in 2019 and Prepared for Turbulence in the Future
Pilatus reported another very successful business year in 2019, exceeding the one billion mark yet again with turnover of approximately 1.1 billion Swiss francs.
May 14, 2020
Three Boeing Dreamlifters Transport PPE to South Carolina for COVID-19 Recovery Efforts Across the State
After almost eight years of cooperation, ATR and the Brazilian carrier Azul today announced the renewal of their Global Maintenance Agreement (GMA).
May 14, 2020
Boeing Delivers 100th P-8A Poseidon Built for the US Navy
The U.S. Navy received its 100th P-8A aircraft from Boeing today as the global fleet, which also includes the Indian navy and the Australian and U.K. air forces, approaches 300,000 flight hours of hunting submarines and providing aerial reconnaissance capabilities around the world.
May 14, 2020
Boeing Names Delaney to Lead Confident Travel Initiative
Boeing today appointed Mike Delaney to lead the company's Confident Travel Initiative, effective immediately. Working across the industry, Delaney's team will work to develop new solutions to help minimize air travel health risks amid the COVID-19 pandemic and drive awareness of health safeguards already in place.
May 13, 2020
Rolls-Royce launches first immersive virtual reality training for business aviation customers
Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Rolls-Royce continues to ensure world-class support for our global customer base. As part of our IntelligentEngine vision we are further expanding the use of immersive Virtual Reality technology for customer training.
May 12, 2020
Northrop Grumman expands next generation Jammer Low Band team
Northrop Grumman Corporation has expanded its Next Generation Jammer Low Band (NGJ-LB) Capability Block 1 (CB-1) solution team with the addition of proven structure supplier CPI Aero, Inc. based in Edgewood, New York.
May 12, 2020
Raytheon Technologies to train Afghan Air Force pilots
The U.S. Army Contracting Command has selected Raytheon Intelligence & Space, a business of Raytheon Technologies, to train Afghanistan Air Force pilots under a three-year contract valued up to $145 million.
May 11, 2020
Indian Air Force airlifts essential chemicals to assist state government in tackling the Vizag gas leak
On May 9, 2020, the Indian Air Force (IAF) carried out its latest task as part of its humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations by assisting the state government of Andhra Pradesh in tackling the Vizag gas leak.
May 8, 2020
Northrop Grumman Supports Government Flight Testing of the MQ-8C Fire Scout Radar
The U.S. Navy, with support from Northrop Grumman Corporation, commenced flight testing of the MQ-8C Fire Scout equipped with the Leonardo AN/ZPY-8 radar.
May 5, 2020
Boeing rolls out first Loyal Wingman unmanned aircraft
A Boeing led Australian industry team has presented the first unmanned Loyal Wingman aircraft to the Royal Australian Air Force, a historic milestone for the company and the Commonwealth.
May 2, 2020
India salutes Corona Warriors
India has been successfully fighting Corona Virus with the help of COVID Warriors. IAF has been contributing towards the national effort to contain Corona by supporting mobility of men and material both at International and Domestic level.
April 30, 2020
Second Boeing 777X completes first flight
Boeing today conducted a productive and successful first flight of the second 777X airplane. Capt. Ted Grady, 777X project pilot, and Capt. Van Chaney, 777/777X chief pilot, flew for 2 hours and 58 minutes over Washington state before landing at Seattle's Boeing Field at 2:02 p.m. Pacific.
April 30, 2020
Alaska's North Slope Borough Now Flies a PC-24 Air Ambulance
Operated by the North Slope Borough Search and Rescue Department (SAR) in the northernmost region of the United States, the PC-24 provides basic medical care for 9,800 residents across a territory of 95,000 square miles (246,000 square kilometres).
April 26, 2020
Boeing Dreamlifter Transports 1.5M Face Masks for COVID-19 Response
Partnered with Prisma Health, Atlas Air and Discommon Founder Neil Ferrier to bring 1.5 million medical face masks to healthcare professionals in South Carolina
April 25, 2020
Boeing terminates agreement to establish joint ventures with Embraer
Boeing announced today that it has terminated its Master Transaction Agreement (MTA) with Embraer, under which the two companies sought to establish a new level of strategic partnership.
April 18, 2020
Boeing activates airlift capabilities for first COVID-19 transport mission
Boeing today completed its first COVID-19 transport mission, using a 737-700 aircraft from its corporate fleet to bring personal protective equipment (PPE) from China to the United States.
April 6, 2020
Passenger demands plummet, airlines likely to face a serious cash burn: IATA
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Swift actions from governments worldwide is a necessity in this darkest hour for aviation, else the airlines may burn through $61 billion of their cash reserves during the second quarter of 2020, according to IATA.
April 6, 2020
The necessity to recover civil aviation
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The aviation industry is being bogged down in various manners by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the international organisations are constantly stressing on the urgent need of effective measures.
April 3, 2020
IAF continues its support towards fight against Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Indian Air Force continues its support to contain the spread of the Novel Coronavirus. The medical supplies are being transported to equip the state governments and supporting agencies to combat the contagion effectively and efficiently.
April 2, 2020
Boeing to temporarily suspend Philadelphia area operations in response to escalating COVID-19 Pandemic
Boeing is temporarily suspending production operations at its facilities in Ridley Township, Pennsylvania, in light of the company's continuous assessment of the spread of COVID-19 in the region.
April 2, 2020
Boeing statement on KC-46 agreement with the US Air Force
Boeing Defense, Space & Security President and CEO Leanne Caret issued the following statement regarding Boeing's KC-46 agreement with the U.S. Air Force
April 1, 2020
IAF continues its support towards fight against Coronavirus
Indian Air Force continues to provide full support in Nation's efforts to contain the spread of the Novel Coronavirus and the management of COVID-19.
March 31, 2020
GA-ASI completes first production-representative MQ-9B SkyGuardian®
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has completed the first production-representative MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). First flight of this aircraft took place on March 30, 2020 at GA-ASI's Flight Operations Facility in El Mirage, California.
March 19, 2020
Big Policy Corrective: Aero MRO gets a lifeline with a big tax cut from 18% to 5%
By Vishal Thapar
Zero tax on service to foreign aircraft in India, as GST Council frees Industry from a crippling regime
March 18, 2020
Decks cleared for $5 B contract for 83 LCA Mk 1A fighters
By Vishal Thapar
Stage set for final nod by CCS headed by Prime Minister Modi
March 16, 2020
Flying Colours Corp. opens new and largest paint hangar at Ontario headquarters
Flying Colours Corp., the North American maintenance, repair, overhaul and completions business has officially opened the doors of its newest, largest and most advanced paint preparation and application facility at its Peterborough, ON. headquarters.
March 13, 2020
Wings India 2020 reinstates India's potentially strong aviation ecosystem
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The civil aviation show's inaugural session remarks that despite the panic-driven situation, let the long-term goals not be disarrayed and let a rebound be ensured.
March 13, 2020
Boeing affirms commitment to India at Wings India 2020
Boeing demonstrated its commitment to India and its developing aerospace and defense ecosystem by showcasing innovative commercial platforms, and services, including the 787 Dreamliner and 777X, at Wings India 2020.
March 13, 2020
Arrow Aircraft receives its first Airbus H125 helicopter
Arrow Aircraft, a Delhi-based non-scheduled operator has received its first H125 Airbus helicopter. The aircraft taken on lease from Heliswiss Iberica will soon start operations in the high altitude areas of north India for heli-pilgrimage (passenger transport) missions.
March 13, 2020
Emirates implements deep cleaning and disinfection, offers travellers added peace of mind
In response to the latest developments in the COVID-19 outbreak around the world, Emirates is taking extra steps that go above and beyond industry and regulatory requirements to safeguard passengers' health and comfort...
March 12, 2020
Assistance to Indian citizens for quarantine at Air Force Station Hindan
Due to the large scale prevalence of Corona Virus around the world, Indian citizens who were in countries like China (Wuhan) and Iran were evacuated by Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft on two occasions.
March 10, 2020
Ansat got a certificate for the Emergency Floatation System
The Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) certified the installation of the Emergency Floatation System on Ansat helicopter. It is designed for emergency water landing and is used to save lives of the crew and passengers.
March 9, 2018
Global Airports Council warns against a severe setback for the airports
By Ayushee Chaudhary
The airport industry, which employs a large percentage of industry jobs ranging from airport management, maintenance, and security to retail outlets, and others, is expected to be strongly hit by reduced revenues.
March 9, 2020
IAF C-17 'Globemaster' takes off for Iran
A C-17 'Globemaster' aircraft of the Indian Air Force has taken off from Hindan airbase for Tehran today, to airlift Indian citizens. IAF's medical team and support staff is onboard the aircraft for the humanitarian assistance mission.
March 9, 2020
Four AAI Airports amongst best rated in the world
Airports Authority of India's continuous thrust on enhanced passenger convenience and superlative services has been yielding results year after year.
March 9, 2020
Aero Locarno signs an agreement with Sonaca Aircraft for the purchase of 5 "Sonaca 200" aircraft
An accredited training organization (member of the Swiss Flight School Association, SwissPSA), Aero Locarno has chosen the Sonaca 200 to complete and renew its fleet of training aircraft.
March 9, 2020
GE Aviation integrates C-FOQA with Polaris Aero Vector SMS
GE Aviation announced the integration of C-FOQA (Corporate Flight Operations Quality Assurance) with Polaris Aero's safety management system - Vector SMS.
March 9, 2020
Pratt & Whitney Launches India Website
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., today announced the launch of its new India website showcasing the products and services it offers in India.
March 6, 2020
Bilateral Sports Exchange - Cricket UKAFCA & IAF : Closing Ceremony
A series of cricket matches between IAF cricket team and UK Armed Forces cricket team was conducted from March 4-6, 2020 at Sports Complex, Air Force Station Palam, New Delhi.
March 5, 2020
Japan Airlines selects IBS Software to Transform Cargo Terminal Operations

IBS Software, a worldwide leader of SaaS solutions to the aviation industry, has announced a contract with Japan Airlines (JAL) for the implementation of iCargo, a comprehensive cargo sales, inventory and reservations system...
March 5, 2020
Air India Engineering Services Limited to perform Pratt & Whitney GTF™ maintenance
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., today announced that Air India Engineering Services Limited (AIESL) will provide maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services in support of Pratt & Whitney's GTF™ engines and customers in India.
March 4, 2020
Bilateral Sports Exchange: Cricket Match between UKAFCA & IAF
Opening Ceremony of the Bilateral Sports Exchange between Indian Air Force Cricket team and United Kingdom Armed Forces Cricket Association was held at Sports Complex, Air Force Station Palam, New Delhi on March 4, 2020 at 0830 hrs.
March 4, 2020
MAC Aero Interiors enters the new chapter by establishing new production facility in Estonia
MAC Aero Interiors, a United Kingdom-based subsidiary of a global provider of Total Technical Care for aircraft operators and lessors, Magnetic MRO, has moved its production facility to Tallinn, Estonia.
March 4, 2020
GA-ASI and L3Harris Technologies successfully integrate WESCAM MX-20 onto MQ-9
Team SkyGuardian^® adds advanced ISR capabilities
March 4, 2020
Commtact Announces Successful Integration of its Wireless Communications Systems on Board a UAV of Central European Manufacturer
Commtact's system was swiftly airborne, enabling long-range Beyond Line of Sight continuous communications
March 4, 2020
Northrop Grumman's Wholly Owned Subsidiary, SpaceLogistics, Selected by DARPA as Commercial Partner for Robotic Servicing Mission
Public-private partnership is pioneering robotic servicing of satellites
March 3, 2020
Lockheed Martin delivers 500th F-35 aircraft, surpasses 250,000 flight hours
Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office delivered the 500th F-35. In February, the F-35 enterprise surpassed 250,000 flight hours.
March 3, 2020
High-speed, 4G cabin connectivity for new Bombardier Learjet aircraft now offered on in-service fleet
Bombardier Aviation is bringing faster connectivity to its in-service Learjet fleet as part of a continuing commitment to this legendary platform.
March 3, 2020
BAA Training and L3Harris Technologies sign a multimillion-dollar deal
BAA Training, one of the TOP 3 biggest aviation training centres in Europe, and L3Harris Technologies, a global aerospace and defence technology innovator, have signed a multimillion-dollar contract under which BAA Training will acquire nine RealitySeven full flight simulators.
March 3, 2020
Boeing reveals its US Army Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft design
Boeing is offering the US Army an agile, fully integrated, purpose-built system for the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) prototype competition.
March 3, 2020
Raytheon and the National Science Foundation radio astronomy facilities to detect dusty asteroids in space
Raytheon Company, the National Radio Astronomy Observatory and the Green Bank Observatory entered a cooperative research and development agreement to detect and characterize near-earth asteroids large enough to cause significant...
March 2, 2020
GA-ASI to host Blue Magic Belgium again in 2020
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI), a leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), announced that it will host Blue Magic Belgium (BMB) again this year.
March 2, 2020
Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 impresses at sulphur sniffer capability test
Schiebel, together with partner Nordic Unmanned, successfully completed a two-day test of its sniffer capability on board the CAMCOPTER^® S-100 UAS in the shipping lane outside Gniben, Denmark.
March 2, 2020
First Airbus ACJ 320neo returns to service after green completion at AMAC Aerospace
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce that the very first Airbus ACJ 320neo has been returned to service to UK based Acropolis Aviation after a 13 months green completion at AMAC's headquarters in Basel, Switzerland.
March 1, 2020
Memorandum of Understanding between Indian Air Force and Savitribai Phule Pune University
As a unique initiative of Indian Air Force. the IAF and Savitribai Phule Pune University entered into an academic collaboration by signing a MoU...
February 28, 2020
Cross-border terror not a low-cost option against India after Balakot: Rajnath
By Vishal Thapar
The surgical strike of 2016 and Balakot airstrikes of 2019 were not just military strikes but a strong message to the adversary that terror infrastructure across the border cannot be used as safe haven to wage low-cost war against India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in New Delhi on February 28.
February 28, 2020
CFM logs more than 2,100 engine orders in 2019
CFM International received orders and commitments for a total of 2,148 engines in 2019 at a value of more than $30.7 billion U.S. at list price, including 180 CFM56 engines (commercial, military and spares) and 1,968 LEAP engines (including spares).
February 28, 2020
Northrop Grumman Awarded $110 Million for US Air Force Hard Target Void Sensing Fuze
Intelligent fuze detects and destroys deeply buried targets
February 27, 2020
CAPS - HQ MC joint seminar on "Challenges Of The Evolving Threats Facing India" at Air Force Station Tughlakabad, New Delhi
Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS) and Maintenance Command, Indian Air Force (MC, IAF) organised a joint seminar on the theme "Challenges Of The Evolving Threats Facing India" at Air Force Station Tughlakabad, New Delhi on February 25, 2020.
February 27, 2020
HAL seeks Government funding for Indian Multi-Role Helicopter
By Vishal Thapar
IMRH pitched as one-stop replacement for Mi-17, Kamov series and Sea King choppers
February 27, 2020
Securing the future careers for the next generation of aircraft engineers: Magnetic MRO and OSM Aviation launch a pioneering joint apprenticeship program
Magnetic MRO and OSM Aviation (OSM) signed a MoU to engage in a strategic partnership by generating an apprenticeship program aimed at OSM recruits and employees.
February 27, 2020
Northrop Grumman Successfully Completes Second Stage Test for OmegA™ Rocket
Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully conducted a full-scale static fire test of the second stage of its OmegA rocket today in Promontory, Utah.
February 27, 2020
Sikorsky HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter Program Awarded Second Low Rate Initial Production Contract as Flight Tests Progress
New helicopter coined "Jolly Green II" by U.S. Air Force and makes debut at AFA Air Warfare Symposium
February 27, 2020
Boeing T-7A Crew Shuts Off, Restarts Engine in Flight to Demonstrate Reliability
Restarting a military jet's engine in flight is a critical safety feature that can only be demonstrated by doing something a flight crew rarely wants to do: shutting off the engine in flight.
February 26, 2020
First Anniversary of Balakot Air Strikes
On the first anniversary of Balakot air strikes, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff flew a five aircraft mission at Srinagar Air Base along with aircrew from Squadrons that had participated in the operations on 26th and 27th February last year.
February 26, 2020
Goodwill flight with emergency medical assistance from India to Peoples Republic of China (PRC)
A special flight of Indian Air Force (IAF) comprising of crew, medical team and support staff today departed from Air Force Station, Palam, New Delhi to Wuhan, China.
February 26, 2020
American 'Romeo' set to give the Indian Navy its biggest rotary wing upgrade
By Vishal Thapar
First 6 MH-60Rs to be delivered within a year, boost submarine hunting & over-the-horizon targeting capability
February 26, 2020
Joint IAF - RAF Ex Indradhanush - V 2020
The Indian Air Force (IAF) and Royal Air Force (RAF) jointly commenced the fifth edition of Ex Indradhanush at Air Force Station Hindan on February 24, 2020.
February 26, 2020
Rostec delivers the first serial produced Mi-38 to a client
Russian Helicopters Holding Company (part of Rostec State Corporation) delivered the first serial produced Mi-38 helicopter with a highly comfortable cabin to its client, Gazprombank Leasing company.
February 26, 2020
Bombardier's Challenger 350 aircraft earns top spot as the world's most delivered super mid-size business jet for the sixth consecutive year
Bombardier's leading Challenger 350 business jet has extended its impressive market performance as the world's most delivered business jet in the super mid-size segment for the last six years.
February 25, 2020

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India-US sign $3B deals for 24 MH-60R Seahawk naval choppers and 6 Apache gunships
By Vishal Thapar
Defence & Energy to be the big drivers, as India, US raise ties to "comprehensive global strategic partnership"
February 25, 2020
EngineStands24 signs exclusive engine stand maintenance agreement with Rhinesthal CTS
Agreement includes management, maintenance and repair of EngineStands24 entire fleet of engine stands globally
February 25, 2020
A321 converted freighter receives EASA Supplemental Type Certification

ST Engineering's joint venture with Airbus, Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), has received Supplement Type Certification (STC) from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for its A321 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion.
February 25, 2020
ANA HOLDINGS commits to adding up to 20 Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets

Boeing and ANA HOLDINGS INC. (ANA HD) announced the Japanese airline group today decided to acquire up to 20 more 787 Dreamliner airplanes.
February 25, 2020
GE9X Engine Stand, exclusively designed and developed by Rhinestahl CTS
Rhinestahl CTS, the global leader in aircraft engine tooling, ground support equipment and aftermarket services announced the launch of its exclusively designed and developed GE9X engine shipping stand.
February 24, 2020
Falcon Aviation expands service capability with non-destructive testing approval for aircraft maintenance
Falcon Aviation, one of the UAE's leading business aviation services company, has been awarded D1 approval for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) by three authorities, including the EASA.
February 24, 2020
Flying Colours Corp. ramping up preparations to triple Singapore capacity
Flying Colours Corp. PTE is ramping up expansion preparations to align with the growth of the Bombardier Business Aircraft Service Centre at Seletar Airport, which is quadrupling in size.
February 24, 2020
MTU Maintenance opens office in aerospace hub Dubai
MTU Maintenance, global leader in customized solutions for aero engines, announces at the MRO Middle East today that it has opened an office in close vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB).
February 24, 2020
AMES expands its Dubai facility for maintenance and repair work on GE90 jet engine fan stator modules
Aerostructures Middle East Services (AMES) today inaugurated the expansion of its Dubai facility in the United Arab Emirates, which is dedicated to maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) work for aircraft nacelles...
February 24, 2020
Northrop Grumman to provide Protected Tactical SATCOM rapid prototype for the Space Force
Northrop Grumman Corporation has been selected by the US Space Force's Space and Missile Systems Center to develop a Protected Tactical SATCOM (PTS) rapid prototype payload for an on-orbit demonstration of assured tactical communications.
February 23, 2020
Etihad Engineering records robust growth as it welcomes 2020
Ahead of its participation at the upcoming MRO Middle East event at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Etihad Engineering has announced its performance indicators for 2019 revealing that the leading maintenance...
February 21, 2020
Rostec is ready start deliveries of the Ansat Aurus helicopter
Russian Helicopters Holding (part of Rostec State Corporation) received the approval from Rosaviatsiya to start producing the Ansat helicopters equipped with the Aurus brand comfortable cabin.
February 21, 2020
AMAC Aerospace awarded with new maintenance checks
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce to have been awarded with several new maintenance projects in Basel, Switzerland, and a successful re-delivery of a Boeing BBJ 737 on time.
February 21, 2020
Pratt & Whitney honors six 'Distinguished Engineers of the Year'
The Hartford Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) honored six Pratt & Whitney employees as 2020 Distinguished Engineers of the Year yesterday, as part of National Engineers Week celebrations.
February 20, 2020
Ahead of Trump visit, CCS clears $2.9 B deals for 30 American choppers
By Vishal Thapar
24 MH-60R Seahawk naval helicopters for $2.12 B and 6 Apaches for $796 M to sweeten Presidential visit in the absence of trade deal
February 20, 2020
Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines power Swiss International Air Lines Airbus A320neo family aircraft

Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines power Swiss International Air Lines ("SWISS") Airbus A320neo family aircraft, of which the first aircraft has just been delivered to the airline.
February 20, 2020
Sikorsky receives second contract to build Presidential Helicopters
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, will build six production VH-92A^® Presidential Helicopters under a contract from the US Navy. These helicopters are part of the 23 aircraft program of record for the US Marine Corps.
February 20, 2020
GE Aviation launches HPT durability upgrade program for CF34-8 Engines
BeauTech and Sky Regional Airlines are the launch customers for GE Aviation's new CF34-8 HPT durability upgrade program for its CF34-8 engines to improve fleet stability, time on wing and engine's cost of ownership.
February 20, 2020
GA-ASI successfully tests air-to-space laser communication system
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA ASI) has successfully ground tested its Airborne Laser Communication System (ALCoS) by establishing a link with a satellite in Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit (GEO).
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February 19, 2020
Dassault in talks to buy out Reliance stake in DRAL
By Vishal Thapar
Move comes 2 years ahead of the planned roll out of Falcon 2000 executive jet from JV's Nagpur facility as part of Rafale deal offsets
February 19, 2020
Rostec ready to commence Ansat supplies to China
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) completed validation of the type certificate for Ansat light multipurpose helicopter in the People's Republic of China.
February 19, 2020
FL Technics expands its line maintenance network to more than 50 line stations
FL Technics, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repairand overhaul (MRO) services, has begun 2020 by strengthening its position in Europe with the acquisition of Italian company Flash Line Maintenance S.r.l.
February 19, 2020
GA-ASI holds second multi-domain operations demo using Gray Eagle ER
On January 30th, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. showcased an impressive suite of long range sensors on its Gray Eagle Extended Range Unmanned Aircraft System during flight operations at Yuma Proving Grounds.
February 18, 2020
India's premier think tank IDSA renamed after Manohar Parrikar
By Vishal Thapar
Step to honour the legacy of the late former Defence Minister who initiated far reaching reforms
February 18, 2020
US Air Force, Lockheed Martin, Collins Aerospace complete U-2 SYERS-2C upgrades, enhancing the Dragon Lady's imaging capability
The US Air Force, Collins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies, and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works^® recently completed flight testing and deployment of the latest variant of the Collins Aerospace Senior Year Electro-Optical Reconnaissance System (SYERS) sensor, SYERS-2C, on the U-2.
February 18, 2020
LONGBOW LLC secures contract for up to $235.8 million for fire control radar sustainment work
Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman Joint Venture will provide support services for AH-64D/E Apache foreign military customers.
February 18, 2020
Lockheed Martin's most advanced mobile communications satellite launches
Lockheed Martin's third satellite based on the modernized LM 2100™ bus launched from the Guiana Space Center in French Guiana aboard an Ariane 5 rocket and is traveling to its transfer orbit for a series of in-orbit tests before operations...
February 18, 2020
Keeping it Plane Simple™, SD develops modular antenna portfolio
SD, the business, military, and government aviation solutions provider, is expanding its hardware portfolio with the launch of a new tail-mounted antenna series.
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February 17, 2020
Russia to delay delivery of S-400 air defence missile systems to India by 2 years
By Vishal Thapar
Setback to India's military readiness plans as delivery timeline is stretched from 2023 to 2025
February 17, 2020
Raj Kumar takes over as Defence Production Secretary
By Vishal Thapar
Gujarat cadre Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Raj Kumar took over as India's Defence Production Secretary on February 17.
February 17, 2020
Trenchard Aviation Group secures FAA Certification for its Dubai MRO facility
Trenchard Aviation Group, a leading partner in aircraft cabin component design, manufacture, repair and on-wing maintenance, is pleased to announce that its MRO facility in Dubai, Aero Technics FZCO, hasbeen confirmed as an approved Repair Station by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
February 17, 2020
Boeing Enlists Ken Feinberg and Camille Biros to Oversee $50 Million Boeing Community Investment Fund to Support Communities Affected by Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 Accidents
Boeing today announced it has dedicated the remaining $50 million of a previously announced $100 million fund to support humanitarian needs in communities affected by the Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302...
February 17, 2020
Farsound Aviation continues to grow its USA operations
Back in the summer of 2018 Farsound Aviation Limited (Farsound) acquired Sterling Aircraft Products Inc, based in Toronto, Canada. With the re-branding to Farsound Aviation Inc, the North American facility has gone...
February 14, 2020
AAI signs concession agreements for Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Mangaluru Airports

Airports Authority of India signed three Concession Agreements today for Operations, Management and Development of Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Mangaluru airports through PPP mode with the Concessionaires...
February 14, 2020
Most powerful Rolls-Royce business aviation engines take to the skies for the first time
Two Rolls-Royce Pearl^® 700 engines have successfully powered the brand new Gulfstream G700 to the skies for the first time. The purpose-designed engine, the most powerful in the Rolls-Royce business jet propulsion portfolio...
February 13, 2020
CAE USA achieves AS9100 certification
CAE USA recently achieved the AS9100 certification for its quality management system. AS9100 is the International Quality Management System standard specifically for the Aerospace and Defense industry.
February 13, 2020
AEGEAN Airlines takes delivery of first Airbus A320neo aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines

Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., and AEGEAN Airlines celebrated delivery of the airline's first Airbus A320neo aircraft, leased through Aviation Capital Group (ACG) and equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines.
February 13, 2020
Singapore Airshow 2020: Astronautics highlights its Tactix system, providing tactical situation awareness for airborne missions and search & rescue arenas
The company will also introduce its new line of Display Head Assemblies (DHAs) for avionic displays.
February 12, 2020
First refurbishment project for an airliner at AMAC Aerospace in Basel, Switzerland
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce a refurbished and reconfigured Airbus Airliner A319 for the first time. The technicians of AMAC Aerospace will also execute the first KA-Band installation on an Airbus A321.
February 12, 2020
Bell and Pratt & Whitney make signing up for maintenance programs easier
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., today announced that Bell 212, 412, 427 and 429 helicopter customers now benefit from a single point of contact to learn about and enroll in aircraft and engine maintenance...
February 12, 2020
Russian Helicopters presents new financial products at the Singapore Airshow 2020
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) participates in the international Singapore Airshow 2020 held on February 11-16, 2020.
February 12, 2020
Royal Thai Air Force joins H135 military training operators
Airbus Helicopters has signed an order for six H135 military training helicopters from the Royal Thai Air Force, as part of its pilot training enhancement programme.
February 12, 2020
Asia-Pacific customers finalize agreements for Boeing digital solutions to enable growth
Boeing announced orders and agreements that will enable growth for multiple Asia-Pacific airlines in a rapidly developing region. These digital solutions lower costs across fleets for regional and international operators, enhance airline crew situational awareness and increase operational efficiency.
February 12, 2020
Demonstrator phase launched: Future Combat Air System takes major step forward
The governments of France and Germany have awarded Dassault Aviation, Airbus, together with their partners Safran, MTU Aero Engines, MBDA and Thales, the initial framework contract (Phase 1A), which launches the demonstrator phase for the Future Combat Air System (FCAS).
February 12, 2020
Boeing forecasts $1.5 trillion for commercial airplanes and services in Southeast Asia over the next 20 years
Boeing forecasts airlines in Southeast Asia will need 4,500 new airplanes over the next 20 years, valued at $710 billion at list prices.
February 12, 2020
ST Engineering's Aerospace Arm Expands CFM Engine MRO Capability to LEAP-1B
ST Engineering today announced that its Aerospace arm has signed an agreement with CFM International* (CFM) to provide MRO support for its LEAP-1B engine.
February 12, 2020
Pratt & Whitney Unveils Intelligent Factory Strategy with Singapore Driving Advanced Technologies and Innovation for the Global Market
Pratt & Whitney continues to introduce world-leading intuitive Industry 4.0 technologies – and drive innovation by developing new techniques and processes from Singapore for the global market – across manufacturing...
February 12, 2020
Tigerair Taiwan Selects the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ Engine to power 15 A320neo Aircraft
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., and Tigerair Taiwan announced today selection of the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine to power an order of 15 A320neo aircraft, which includes a combination of new aircraft purchases from Airbus and leased aircraft from ICBC's SPV, Sky High Leasing Company.
February 12, 2020
Leading Asia-Pacific Customers Finalize Agreements for Boeing Supply Chain Solutions
Global supply chain agreements with All Nippon Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Xiamen Airlines optimize maintenance, operations, and parts management
February 12, 2020
Pratt & Whitney Announces First-in-MRO Application of 3D Printing for Aero-Engine Component
Pratt & Whitney revealed the industrialization of the use of 3D-printing for an aero-engine component - a first in the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of commercial engines.
February 12, 2020
ST Engineering's Aerospace Arm Secures Multi-year Maintenance Contracts from T'way Air
ST Engineering today announced that its Aerospace arm, has secured two multi-year MRO contracts from South Korean airline T'way Air which will see to the extension of an ongoing partnership in component and engine MRO between the two companies.
February 11, 2020
Rolls-Royce celebrates 25 years of Trent – and plans for its future
Rolls-Royce is this year celebrating the achievements of an engine family that has transformed the way we travel – delivering durability and reliability that has allowed airlines to set new standards of service.
February 11, 2020
Rolls-Royce starts manufacture of world's largest fan blades – made of composite material – for next-generation UltraFan^® demonstrator
Rolls-Royce has started manufacture of the world's largest fan blades, for its UltraFan^® demonstrator engine that will set new standards in efficiency and sustainability.
February 11, 2020
BBAM orders three 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters
BBAM and Boeing announced the lessor has ordered three 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF), underscoring the growing e-commerce and express sector of the air cargo market.
February 11, 2020
Korean Air selects Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines to power up to 50 Airbus A321neo aircraft
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., and Korean Air announced the formal selection of the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine to power up to 50 Airbus A321neo aircraft.
February 11, 2020
Pratt & Whitney celebrates GTF engine overhaul capability at Eagle Services Asia
Pratt & Whitney today celebrated the one year anniversary of the overhaul capability for the GTF PW1100G-JM variant at its Singapore engine center, Eagle Services Asia (ESA).
February 11, 2020
Japan Airlines Signs GEnx Service Agreement
Japan Airlines (JAL) signed a nine-year TrueChoice™ Flight Hour Agreement that covers the airline's GEnx-1B engines on its Boeing 787 international fleet.
February 11, 2020
ST Engineering's Aerospace Arm Secures 5-Year Nacelle Maintenance Contract from Qantas
ST Engineering today announced that its Aerospace arm, has secured a five-year nacelle maintenance contract from Qantas Airways.
February 10, 2020
ST Engineering, Airbus and EFW's A321P2F solution marks new milestones with flight test and new orders
ST Engineering, Airbus and their joint venture, Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW) achieved new milestones for their joint A321 passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion solution with the first post-conversion flight test...
February 7, 2020
Lockheed Martin delivers second KC-130J aerial refueler to France's Armée de l'Air
Lockheed Martin delivered the second of two KC-130J Super Hercules aerial refuelers to representatives from France's Armée de l'Air on February 4, at the company's Aeronautics facility in Marietta, Georgia.
February 6, 2020
Dassault to showcase Falcon 8X, 2000LXS at Singapore Air Show
Dassault Aviation will showcase its ultra-long range Falcon 8X flagship and high-performance Falcon 2000LXS at this year's edition of the Singapore Air Show, which opens February 11 at Changi Exhibition Centre.
February 5, 2020
Singapore Airshow 2020: SKYLOCK highlights its DRONELOCK system for locating, detecting and intercepting drones
Capable of intercepting swarms of hostile drones, the unique system uses an interceptor drone against the identified target.
February 5, 2020
Singapore Airshow 2020: MTU Aero Engines presents its future technologies and global footprint
The trend for Asia as an aviation market is set to continue, the region being one of the fastest-growing in the world.
February 5, 2020
Bombardier Strengthens Customer Support Network in Europe with London Biggin Hill Service Centre Expansion
Bombardier proudly announced today the expansion of its London Biggin Hill service centre with the construction of a new and larger facility nearing 250,000 square feet (approximately 23,225 square metres) to replace its existing hangars.
February 5, 2020
First Euramec Diamond DA-20 Flight Simulator In Service at Aeroviation Singapore
Euramec, the European flight simulation solution providers announced that Aeroviation Inc in Singapore is now operating their first Diamond DA-20 flight simulator.
February 4, 2020
Singapore Airshow 2020: Astronautics launches its CyberSmart-ATHENA – CA²C (CYBER/AI Airborne Computer) hardware for airborne/military AI and cyber-embedded solutions
Astronautics C.A. Ltd. Israel – a supplier of airborne, naval and land civil and defence systems and solutions – will introduce, for the first time, CyberSmart-Athena...
February 4, 2020
Singapore Airshow 2020: CONTROP introduces the ultimate EO/IR technology for counter-drone systems, presenting new capabilities with superb identification and tracking of small drone targets
The solutions have superior classification capabilities, enabling real-time decision making for defense and homeland security applications
January 31, 2020
IAF's AN-32 lands at Leh with indigenous bio-jet fuel
On January 31, 2020, IAF achieved another milestone, when an AN-32 aircraft of the Indian Air Force, powered with a 10% blend of Indian bio-jet fuel took-off from Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Leh.
January 31, 2020
Bombardier sells two Learjet 75 Liberty aircraft for dedicated medevac service in Poland
Bombardier is proud to announce the sale of two Learjet 75 Liberty aircraft to North Dakota-based Fargo Jet Center (FJC).
January 30, 2020
The Spanish Air Force buys PC-21 training system including 24 aircraft
The Spanish Air Force, Ejército del Aire, is the third European air force to opt for the Swiss-produced PC-21, the Next Generation Trainer. Pilatus has committed to delivering a total of 24 PC-21s to Spain.
January 30, 2020
Airbus Helicopters announces 38 orders at Heli-Expo 2020
Airbus Helicopters concluded Heli-Expo 2020 with 38 orders, as well as 20 retrofits for the new five-bladed H145. German air rescue and ambulance provider DRF Luftrettung placed an order for 15 H145s, making them the largest operator of the H145.
January 30, 2020
Singapore Airshow 2020: Steadicopter Expands the Black Eagle 50's Uses to Include EW Missions
The company will present the lightweight unmanned robotic helicopter's capabilities for detection, collection and monitoring of cellular and Wi-Fi intelligence
January 29, 2020
Airbus Helicopters adds 250 more helicopters to global support contracts
Airbus Helicopters added 250 helicopters to HCare Smart and Infinite contracts in 2019, increasing to 2,250 the number of aircraft now covered by a global HCare material management contract.
January 29, 2020
CONTROP introduces new payload capabilities and concepts for SUAVs and drones in the future battlefield
Also to be highlighted at the event are the T-STAMP-XD, an advanced solution that enables armed forces to shorten the sensor-to-shooter loop, and the STAMP-VMD, a unique wide area persistent surveillance payload with Video Motion Detection
January 29, 2020
Rolls-Royce delivers 250th engine to Enstrom Helicopter
Rolls-Royce has delivered its 250th engine to Enstrom Helicopter Corporation. The RR M250-C20W has reliably powered the Enstrom 480B for more than 25 years, first entering service together in 1993.
January 29, 2020
Jazeera Airways signs $1.3 billion LEAP-1A engine services agreement
azeera Airways has signed a long-term Rate Per Flight Hour (RPFH) agreement with CFM International to support the LEAP-1A engines that power the airline's fleet of 20 Airbus A320neo aircraft.
January 29, 2020
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) to Unveil the HERON MK II at Singapore Airshow
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will unveil the HERON MK II, a Multi Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), at the upcoming Singapore Airshow.
January 28, 2020
NASA places order for three Airbus H135 helicopters
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has placed an order for three H135 helicopters, marking the first-ever partnership between the US space program and Airbus Helicopters.
January 28, 2020
German HEMS operator DRF Luftrettung expands its H145 and H135 fleet
Airbus Helicopters and DRF Luftrettung have signed a contract for the purchase of 15 new H145s, three H135s and the retrofit of their current 20 H145s to the five-bladed version.
January 28, 2020
CAE awarded contract to upgrade NATO E-3A AWACS training devices
CAE today announced it has signed a contract amendment with the NATO Airborne Early Warning & Control Program Management Agency (NAPMA) to perform avionics updates on the E-3A flight deck simulator and E-3A flight training device...
January 28, 2020
Raytheon to help US Air Force modernize missile warning architecture
Raytheon Company will help the US Air Force modernize its missile warning architecture with a new system that will collect and fuse data from an array of sensors to provide a comprehensive picture of launch activity under a 5-year...
January 28, 2020
Rolls-Royce and Asia Pacific Aerospace select H&P General Aviation Services for maintenance work in China
Asia Pacific Aerospace, a Rolls-Royce FIRST network Authorized Maintenance Repair & Overhaul Center, has signed an agreement with H&P General Aviation Services Co., Ltd for helicopter engine support in China.
January 27, 2020
Wizz Air selects Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines to power an additional 166 Airbus A320neo family aircraft

Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., and Wizz Air Hungary Ltd. (Wizz Air) announced selection of the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine to power an order of 166 Airbus A320neo family aircraft.
January 27, 2020
Boeing and Embraer welcome Brazilian approval
Boeing and Embraer welcome the unconditional approval of their strategic partnership by the Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE)'s General-Superintendence (SG) in Brazil.
January 27, 2020
AiRXOS Supercharges Ecosystem Partners to Accelerate Advanced Unmanned Operations – Empowering Customers with End-to-End Unmanned Aircraft System Solution
The AiRXOS Air Mobility™ Platform adds 11 new partners – industry-leading unmanned solutions, applications, service and business providers to increase advanced operations scalability and sustainability
January 26, 2020
Distinguished Service and Gallantry awards to IAF personnel on Republic Day - 2020
The following Indian Air Force personnel have been conferred with Distinguished Service and Gallantry awards by the President of India on the occasion of Republic Day 2020.
January 25, 2020
New Boeing 777X completes successful first flight

The new Boeing 777X jetliner took to the skies today, entering the next phase of its rigorous test program. Based on the popular 777 and with proven technologies from the 787 Dreamliner, the 777X took off in front of thousands at Paine Field in Everett, Washington, at 10:09 a.m. local time for a three hour, 51 minute flight over Washington state before landing at Seattle's Boeing Field.
January 22, 202
United Kingdom MFTS orders four more H145s
Airbus Helicopters in the UK is to provide four additional H145 helicopters as part of an expansion of the UK Military Flight Training System (UKMFTS).
January 21, 2020
GA-ASI begins MDO demonstrations using Gray Eagle ER
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) on November 19, 2019 completed the first in a series of internally-funded Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) demonstrations using a company-owned Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
January 21, 2020
Bell Boeing CMV-22B Osprey successfully completes first flight
The first CMV-22B Osprey, built by Boeing and Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, completed first flight operations at Bell's Amarillo Assembly Center. The CMV-22B is the latest variant of the tiltrotor fleet, joining the MV-22 and CV-22 used by the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Air Force.
January 21, 2020
Boeing Statement on 737 MAX Return to Service
As we have emphasized, the FAA and other global regulators will determine when the 737 MAX returns to service. However, in order to help our customers and suppliers plan their operations...
January 21, 2020
Airbus displays its customer-centric solutions at Heli-Expo 2020
Airbus Helicopters will be showcasing its civil range of helicopters at Heli-Expo 2020, which runs from 28-30 January at the Anaheim Convention Center in California.
January 20, 2020
Induction of 222 Squadron at Air Force Station Thanjavur
No 222 Squadron, the Tigersharks were inducted at Air Force Station Thanjavur in a ceremony attended by General Bipin Rawat PVSM UYSM AVSM YSM SM VSM ADC, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff...
January 20, 2020
Bombardier Gets Green Light for Avionics Upgrade on Learjet Aircraft
As part of its continuing commitment to the legendary Learjet product line, Bombardier is pleased to announce that the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified the latest update to the popular Garmin G5000 avionics suite aboard Learjet aircraft.
January 17, 2020
India's communication satellite GSAT-30 launched successfully
India's latest communication satellite GSAT-30 was successfully launched from the Spaceport in French Guiana during the early hours today. The launch vehicle Ariane 5 VA-251 lifted off from Kourou Launch Base, French Guiana at 2:35 am IST carrying India's GSAT-30 and EUTELSAT KONNECT for Eutelsat, as scheduled.
January 16, 2020
IAF rescues more than 107 individuals from the Frozen Zanskar River in the UT of Ladakh
50 trekkers including nine foreign nationals and approximately equal number of local guides and porters, who were a part of the ongoing 'Chadar Trek', got stranded when some portions of the frozen Zanskar River melted.
January 16, 2020
Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines power Air Canada Airbus A220 entry into service
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., along with Airbus and Air Canada celebrated the entry into service of Air Canada's first A220 aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines.
January 16, 2020
Dassault Aviation to provide special event support at Davos
Dassault Aviation's global product support organization, voted number one in 2019 industry surveys, will once again position an elite team of service specialists, equipment and rapid response aircraft at airports near Davos the week of January 20th.
January 16, 2020
Lockheed Martin launches lirst smart satellite enabling space mesh networking
Experimental nanosat payload developed in nine months tests new software-defined mission, on-board multi-core processing and orbital cloud communications
January 15, 2020
Boeing and US Navy complete first Super Hornet IRST Block II flight
For the first time, Boeing and the US Navy flew an F/A-18 Super Hornet equipped with an Infrared Search & Track (IRST) Block II pod in late 2019. IRST Block II is a critical component of the Block III Super Hornet.
January 15, 2020
Boeing CEO statement on US-China trade deal
Boeing President and CEO Dave Calhoun issued the following statement regarding the announcement today of a US-China trade deal.
January 15, 2020
Lockheed Martin ships mobile communications satellite to launch site
Lockheed Martin shipped its third satellite based on the modernized LM 2100™ bus to French Guiana for launch aboard an Ariane V rocket. JCSAT-17 will provide flexible mobile communications services to users in Japan and the surrounding region. Arianespace will launch JCSAT-17 from its spaceport in Kourou.
January 15, 2020
Bound for the Moon: Collins Aerospace signs $320 million contract with Lockheed Martin to provide critical subsystems for NASA's Orion spacecraft fleet
Supports Artemis missions three through eight, with the goal of sustained presence on and around the Moon
January 14, 2020
Boeing responds to Germany's Heavy Lift Helicopter invitation to tender
Boeing has submitted its response to the STH invitation to tender for Germany's New Heavy Lift Helicopter program, also known as Schwerer Transporthubschrauber (STH).
January 14, 2020
Raytheon to advance the FAA's Air Traffic Terminal Automation System
Raytheon Company was selected by the Federal Aviation Administration to improve the usability and reduce operational costs for the Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System.
January 13, 2020
Lockheed Martin to deliver 50 C-130Js to US Government via Multiyear III award
Lockheed Martin will deliver 50 C-130J Super Hercules to the US government through a C-130J Multiyear III award, which was finalized by the US government on December 27, 2019.
January 13, 2020
IAF announces induction of Astra, its most potent air-to-air missile
By Vishal Thapar
Integration of indigenous BVR missile with Su-30MKI neutralises Pakistan's advantage with 110 km range
January 13, 2020
Airbus signs contract with Indian startup for talent acquisition
Continuing its outreach to develop the innovation ecosystem in India, Airbus has signed a contract with Bengaluru-based startup Traxof Technologies to automate the talent acquisition process for Airbus' Information Management (IM) organisations in India and Europe.
January 13, 2020
Schiebel CAMCOPTER^® S-100 deployed for river pollution crisis in Malaysia
Schiebel's CAMCOPTER^® S-100, supported by Three Tis Group, was deployed as a first emergency response providing critical situational information during the Kim Kim river toxic pollution crisis in Malaysia.
January 10, 2020
Northrop Grumman to rapidly develop open architecture radio for US Air Force
Northrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a contract to develop and demonstrate a Software Programmable Open Mission Systems (OMS) Compliant (SPOC) radio terminal for the US Air Force.
January 9, 2020
Visit of Chief of the Air Staff to Eastern Sector Bases
The Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC undertook a two day visit to Air Force Stations in Eastern Air Command (EAC). The CAS visited vital air bases and combat units operating at these locations on 08 & 09 Jan 2020.
January 9, 2020
Northrop Grumman Continues Joint STARS Sustainment and Modification Work for US Air Force
Northrop Grumman Corporation received a $302 million contract from the U.S. Air Force on Nov. 1, 2019 for continued support of the Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (Joint STARS).
January 9, 2020
Northrop Grumman AN/APG-83 SABR Radar Achieves Initial Installation Milestone for Air National Guard F-16s
The U.S. Air Force has completed installation of Northrop Grumman Corporation's AN/APG-83 SABR radars on Air National Guard F-16s at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, to meet a U.S. Northern Command Joint Emergent Operational Need (JEON) for homeland defense.
January 9, 2020
Bengaluru to welcome British Airways' first A350-1000 aircraft featuring BA's new business class seat - Club Suite
Bengalaru becomes the fourth destination on the airline's worldwide network to welcome the latest aircraft introducing the brand new business cabin
January 9, 2020
Dassault announces 2020 Falcon regional M&O seminars schedule
Dassault's 2020 Falcon Maintenance & Operations (M&O) seminars will kick off April 1 in Paris and tour eight cities in North and South America, Europe and Asia. Dassault welcomed more than 1,800 attendees to the 2019 M&O seminar series, a sign of its informational value.
January 9, 2020
Busy winter season for AMAC Aerospace in Basel, Switzerland
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce a successful re-delivery of a Boeing B737 on time. In addition, the headquarters of AMAC Aerospace in Basel has also been awarded with several new maintenance projects.
January 9, 2020
Rolls-Royce opens new facility in Bristol, UK to develop components for cleaner, quieter, more-efficient jet engines
A new Rolls-Royce facility which will develop jet engine technologies set to transform flight, reduce emissions and set new benchmarks for efficiency has opened in Bristol, UK.
January 9, 2020
Alltec Composite Materials is specialized in the production of flight control rods using carbon fiber for civil and military aircraft
The employed technology ensures weight reduction, which results in greater aircraft performance
January 7, 2020
Collins Aerospace to provide FAA with cost-effective, highly realistic training device for scientific research on pilot use of head-up display systems
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered a Head-Up Display (HUD) Virtual-Reality (VR) training device from Collins Aerospace Systems...
January 6, 2020
GA-ASI concludes successful series of MQ-9 demonstrations in Greece
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) concluded a series of flight demonstrations using its MQ-9 Guardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) on December 19, 2019.
January 6, 2020
Textron Aviation adds three company-owned service centers in APAC with Premiair Aviation acquisition
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, is strengthening its Asia Pacific (APAC) service offerings with the Textron Inc. acquisition of Premiair Aviation Maintenance Pty Ltd, an Australian Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) service provider.
January 6, 2020
Pentagon and Lockheed Martin sign 2020 F-35 sustainment contract
The F-35 Joint Program Office awarded the Lockheed Martin industry team a $1.9 billion contract to support operations and sustainment of the global F-35 fleet, while improving mission readiness and further reducing costs.
January 4, 2020
The New Year brings new additional flight routes for SpiceJet
By Ayushee Chaudhary
Beginning from February 2020, the new flights are to strengthen SpiceJet's network across Western and Southern India.
January 3, 2020
CDS' 1st Directive: Prepare for a unified Air Defence Command
By Vishal Thapar
General Rawat indicates that enforcing jointness, restructuring military commands will be his top priority
January 3, 2020
Airbus teams up with Aston Martin to launch the ACH130 Aston Martin Edition helicopter
ACH130 Aston Martin Edition is the first offering from the recently-announced partnership between Aston Martin Lagonda and Airbus Corporate Helicopters Four unique Aston Martin signature designs available
January 2, 2020
HAL ties up with Wipro to introduce Metal 3D Printing
By Vishal Thapar
Move to bring cutting edge technology to the mainstream of aerospace manufacturing in India
January 1, 2020
Air Marshal Vibhas Pande VSM assumes charge as Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance
Air Marshal Vibhas Pande VSM has taken over as Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance of Indian Air Force with effect from January 1, 2020. Air Officer was commissioned as Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) in IAF on 29 Aug 1984.
January 1, 2020
Air Marshal MSG Menon VSM assumes charge as Air Officer-in-Charge Administration
Air Marshal MSG Menon VSM takes over as Air Officer-in-Charge Administration of Indian Air Force with effect from January 1, 2020. Air Marshal MSG Menon VSM was commissioned in Administrative branch of IAF in Dec 1982. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Calicut University.
December 31, 2019
Induction of Flight Inspection System Aircraft (Dornier-228)
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria formally inducted the Flight Information system (FIS) Dornier aircraft into No 41 Squadron, the 'Otters', at a ceremony at Air Force Station Palam on December 31, 2019.
December 31, 2019
Latécoère enters into an agreement to acquire Bombardier's electrical wiring interconnection system business in Querétaro
Latécoère and Bombardier announced that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement, whereby Latécoère will acquire Bombardier's electrical wiring interconnection system (EWIS) assets in Querétaro, Mexico.
December 30, 2019
Lockheed Martin delivers 134 F-35s in 2019, exceeding annual commitment
Lockheed Martin delivered the 134th F-35 aircraft for the year today, exceeding the joint government and industry 2019 delivery goal of 131 aircraft.
December 30, 2019
US Air Force awards Raytheon $768 million Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile contract
Raytheon Company was awarded the following contract as announced by the Department of Defense on December 27, 2019.
December 28, 2019
Fasten all your info about the nation's biggest defence carnival now with an app
By Ayushee Chaudhary
During a review meeting for the upcoming exhibition, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched DefExpo 2020 app that holds remarkable features to 'inform, engage and feedback'.
December 26, 2019
J. Michael Luttig to retire from Boeing at year end
The Boeing Company announced today that J. Michael Luttig, 65, valued Counselor and Senior Advisor to the Boeing Board of Directors, has informed the Board of his long-considered retirement at year end.
December 26, 2019
Rostec has completed the delivery of attack helicopters as part of the state defense contract for 2019
Rostec's holding company Russian Helicopters has delivered over 20 attack helicopters to the Russian Defense Ministry, fully completing the state defence contract for 2019.
December 26, 2019
Joint state tests of Mi-26T2V helicopter started
Russian Helicopters holding company (part of Rostec State Corporation) and representatives of the Russian Ministry of Defense started joint state tests of Mi-26T2V heavy-lift military transport helicopter which are to last until the end of 2020.
December 26, 2019
Boeing to deliver AH-64E Apache helicopters to three allied countries
Boeing and the US Army have finalized orders from three nations to provide their armed forces with the new, more capable AH-64E Apache model. The contracts are for the remanufacture of 47 existing AH-64D Apaches.
December 26, 2019
New WGS-11 satellite to offer greater coverage, efficiency than predecessors
Boeing has developed a new variant of its 702 satellite for the US Air Force's Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) constellation, one that offers both greater bandwidth efficiency and signal power than previous satellites in the fleet.
December 24, 2019
Cabinet approves creation of the apex military post of Chief of Defence Staff
By Vishal Thapar
Top military officer will head the new Department of Military Affairs but not given any command or financial powers
December 23, 2019
Visit of Chief of the Air Staff to Egypt
Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff is on a bilateral goodwill visit to Egypt from December 24-28, 2019.
December 23, 2019
Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 receives US certification
The Pearl^® 15, the exclusive engine option for Bombardier's Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft, has received its official certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
December 23, 2019
Bombardier's performance-leading Global 5500 and Global 6500 jets awarded FAA certification
Bombardier announced today that its two latest additions to the Global family, the Global 5500 and Global 6500 business jets, have received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification, achieving another important milestone following its successful entry-into-service in September and its impressive worldwide debut...
December 23, 2019
Bombardier celebrates delivery of first Global 6500 aircraft to HK Bellawings Jet Limited of Hong Kong
Bombardier celebrated the delivery of its first Global 6500 aircraft to Hong Kong aircraft management company HK Bellawings Jet Limited.
December 23, 2019
Bombardier proudly delivers fully equipped Learjet 75 aircraft to Montreal leasing firm Holand Automotive Group
Bombardier is proud to announce that it has delivered a fully equipped Learjet 75 aircraft to Montreal-based leasing firm Holand Automotive Group.
December 22, 2019
Boeing Starliner completes first orbital flight test with successful landing
The Boeing CST-100 Starliner's first mission ended historically today when it became the first American orbital space capsule to land on American soil rather than in an ocean.
December 21, 2019
Indian Air Force inducts another batch of young leaders at a grand ceremony held at Air Force Academy
A Combined Graduation Parade was held at Air Force Academy, Dundigal today, the 21st December 2019, which marked the successful culmination of training for 127 Flight Cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the IAF.
December 21, 2019
$930 M deal for 6 Apache helicopter gunships for Army awaits CCS approval
By Vishal Thapar
Indian Army set to take up attack helicopter role
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December 21, 2019
Signing of Industrial Security Annex paves way for US Defence companies to participate in mega Make in India programmes
By Vishal Thapar
New foundational agreement allows American OEMs to share classified military information with Indian private sector
December 19, 2019
Pratt & Whitney names Ashmita Sethi Managing Director-India
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., today announced the appointment of Ashmita Sethi to the position of Managing Director for India. s Pratt & Whitney's senior-most in-country leader, Ms. Sethi will provide strategic direction for the Company's growth and business goals in India, and o drive all of Pratt & Whitney's operations in India, including customer relations and support, the company's Customer Training Centre in Hyderabad, .Communications and Governmental Affairs."
December 19, 2019
Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force to study joint development of a new light military transport aircraft
Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) signed today a memorandum of understanding which enables the study of the potential development of a new light military transport aircraft.
December 19, 2019
Rolls-Royce unveils all-electric plane targeting the record books
Rolls-Royce's ambitions to build the world's fastest all-electric aircraft have taken an important step forward with the unveiling of the plane at Gloucestershire Airport.
December 19, 2019
Pratt & Whitney GTF engine revenue flight hours triple in 2019
Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine revenue flight hours tripled in 2019 across the combined GTF-powered fleet of Airbus A320neo family, Airbus A220, and Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 aircraft.
December 19, 2019
Avion Express to lease four Airbus A320 aircraft to LOT
Avion Express, the largest narrow-body ACMI operator in the world, has reached an agreement to wet-lease four Airbus A320 aircraft to the Polish National Airline LOT.
December 19, 2019
CAE wins contract to provide German Navy with comprehensive NH90 Sea Lion training solution
CAE today announced that CAE Elektronik GmbH has signed a contract with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to provide the German Navy with a comprehensive training solution for the NH90 Sea Lion helicopter.
December 19, 2019
Business Aviation customers value CorporateCare Enhanced
Rolls-Royce announced it has signed more than 300 CorporateCare^® Enhanced service contracts in the year since the programme became available.
December 18, 2019
LITENING at 20: Shaping the Future of Precision Targeting
When Northrop Grumman delivered its first LITENING advanced targeting pod two decades ago, it brought unprecedented precision and situational awareness to strike, surveillance and humanitarian missions.
December 18, 2019
ORIX Aviation and GE Aviation sign Asset Transfer System agreement for leasing market
GE Aviation has teamed up with ORIX Aviation to provide the Asset Transfer System (ATS) to enable ORIX Aviation to connect records and data across the global aviation community . Their trial service is expected to start this month.
December 18, 2019
Bombardier to display full-size interior mock-up of new Learjet 75 Liberty in Scottsdale, Arizona
Bombardier is delighted to announce that the full-size interior mock-up of its newest light-category aircraft, the Learjet 75 Liberty, will be on display in Scottsdale, Arizona, December 27-29.
December 17, 2019
Successful launch of two BrahMos missiles from land and air platforms
Defence Research & Development Organisation(DRDO), Indian Air Force (IAF) and BrahMos jointly successfully conducted two BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles tests today, one each from land and air platforms.
December 17, 2019
Gulfstream corporate aircraft fly more than 1 million nautical miles on sustainable aviation fuel
Milestone demonstrates fuel's viability and company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint
December 17, 2019
Lockheed Martin Hosts Bahrain Ambassador at F-16 Production Line
Production is underway on the first F-16 Block 70 - for the Royal Bahraini Air Force
December 17, 2019
Successful firing of BrahMos air launched missile from Su-30 MKI aircraft
The IAF today successfully fired the BrahMos air version missile from its frontline Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft. The launch from the aircraft was smooth and the missile followed the desired trajectory and achieved a direct hit on the sea target, off Odisha Coast line.
December 16, 2019
Kargil to Kohima Ultra Marathon- 'Glory Run'
Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff Indian Air Force felicitated a team of 25 Air Warriors at Air Force Station, New Delhi on December 16, 2019 for a unique achievement – a running expedition from Kargil to Kohima- aptly named as K2K Ultra Marathon-Glory Run.
December 16, 2019
Bombardier delivers first customer aircraft fueled with SAF to Latitude 33 Aviation
Bombardier announced today that Latitude 33 Aviation, a private jet charter, executive jet management, and aircraft sales and acquisitions company based in California, has taken delivery of the first Bombardier customer aircraft to fly away on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
December 16, 2019
IAF Phase of Indo-Russian Tri-Services Exercise INDRA 2019 in Pune, Gwalior, Babina and Goa
Exercise INDRA - 2019 is the second edition of Joint Tri Services Exercise between Indian and Russian Armed Forces which is being conducted from 10-20 December 2019 simultaneously at Pune and Gwalior for Air Force elements.
December 11, 2019
PSLV successfully launches RISAT-2BR1 and nine commercial satellites in its fiftieth flight
India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, in its fiftieth flight (PSLV-C48), successfully launched RISAT-2BR1 along with nine commercial satellites from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota, on December 11, 2019.
December 11, 2019
HAL concedes wage hike to end labour unrest
By Vishal Thapar
Trade union strikes had shut down India's sole manufacturer earlier this year
December 11, 2019
Northrop Grumman and US Air Force Research Laboratory Partner to Provide Critical Advanced Technology in Space Solar Power
Project directly supports the Space Solar Power Initiative converting solar power in space to radio frequency on Earth.
December 11, 2019
Pratt & Whitney and Indύstria de Aviação e Serviços inaugurate new facility
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., and Brazil's Indύstria de Aviação e Serviços (IAS), today officially opened their new overhaul centre in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, for PT6A and PW200 engine families.
December 10, 2019
Bell Boeing delivers first modified Osprey for improved fleet readiness
Boeing and Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, have delivered the first modified MV-22 Osprey to the United States Marine Corps for improved readiness and reliability of the tiltrotor fleet.
December 10, 2019
GA-ASI begins demonstration flights in Greece
Today General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) begins a series of demonstration flights using its MQ-9 Guardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
December 7, 2019
Over 180 Defence contracts worth $27.5 B awarded to Indian companies since 2014
By Vishal Thapar
Modi Government contests impression that Make in India is a non-starter in Defence production
December 6, 2019
Aerostar celebrates 15 years of commercial aircraft MRO
Aerostar S.A. - the leading Romanian aerospace company – started on its long journey into the new venture of commercial aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul.
December 5, 2019
China Airlines selects Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines to power order of up to 30 A321neo aircraft
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., and China Airlines announced selection of the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine to power an order of up to 30 Airbus A321neo aircraft.
December 5, 2019
Skyborne selects APFTAL Hyderabad for IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme Flight Licence Conversion
Skyborne Airline Academy has selected Asia Pacific Flight Training Academy Limited (APFTAL) India to conduct the US FAA to India DGCA Flight Licence Conversion (FLC) part of its IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme.
December 5, 2019
Skyborne selects Etihad Aviation Training to deliver A320 Type Rating for its IndiGo Cadet Pilot Progamme
Skyborne Airline Academy has selected Etihad Aviation Training to conduct the third phase of its IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme, delivering combined Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) and DGCA approved Type Rating training on the Airbus A320.
December 5, 2019
Pratt & Whitney invests $30 million in West Virginia facility for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of PW800 engines
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp., today announced a $30 million US investment in its engine services facility in Bridgeport, West Virginia for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of PW800 engines.
December 4, 2019
Australian Defence Force selects GA-ASI's MQ-9B for Project Air 7003
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the world's leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), has been advised that the Australian Government has selected GA-ASI's MQ-9B SkyGuardian^® variant...
December 4, 2019
MTU Maintenance celebrates 40th anniversary
MTU Maintenance, the global leader in customized solutions for aero engines, celebrates its 40th anniversary and 20,000th shop visit in Hannover, Germany, today.
December 4, 2019
Chief of the Air Staff participates in Pacific Air Chiefs' Symposium 2019
Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff is participating in the Pacific Air Chiefs' Symposium 2019 (PACS 2019) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
December 3, 2019
Lockheed Martin names William Blair Vice President and Chief Executive for India
Lockheed Martin has appointed William (Bill) Blair as Vice President and Chief Executive for Lockheed Martin in India. In this role, Mr. Blair will lead the growth and development of Lockheed Martin's business in India and serve as the executive representative for all of Lockheed Martin's programs, products and services in the country.
December 3, 2019
Airbus Helicopters signs Global Support Contract for Tiger helicopters
Airbus Helicopters and OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en matière d'Armement / Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation) have signed a tri-lateral Global Support Contract aimed at boosting the availability rate of the Tigers in service in the French, German, and Spanish Armies.
December 3, 2019
Safran and MTU Aero Engines achieve a major step forward for the engine of the Next Generation Fighter (NGF)
FCAS (Future Combat Air System) program takes a major step ahead: Safran Aircraft Engines and MTU Aero Engines settled the details concerning their eye-level partnership to develop the engine of the next-generation European fighter aircraft NGF.
December 3, 2019
Several new maintenance contracts awarded to AMAC Aerospace
AMAC Aerospace is pleased to announce to have been awarded with several new maintenance projects in Basel, Switzerland. On a privately-owned Airbus A319 and a Boeing B737, an ADSB-Out and a FANS System will be installed.
December 3, 2019
Bombardier Teams with Texas State Technical College on apprenticeship program to develop local talent, manufacture Global 7500 wing
Bombardier's multi-award winning Global 7500 business jet added another prestigious award to its growing list of accolades.
December 2, 2019
Inmarsat crowned 'World's Leading Inflight Internet Service Provider' for third consecutive year
Leading travel and tourism executives from around the world voted for the prestigious accolade, marking an impressive hat-trick for Inmarsat at the World Travel Awards
December 2, 2019
99 per cent uptime over nearly two decades: US Air Force extends Collins Aerospace contract to support JSTARS aircrew simulators for another 10 years
Overcomes training system obsolescence, provides cybersecurity updates and maximizes uptime to maintain aircrew readiness

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