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November 10, 2023Transformative Collaborations in Skill Development – Dassault's Key Role in Shaping India's Aerospace Future
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Embraer has signed a multi-year contract with Air Serbia for the Pool Program. With this agreement, the European airline will receive support for a wide range of repairable components for its two E195 joining its fleet.
Boeing and Pegasus Airlines today announced Türkiye's leading low-cost carrier will grow and modernize its single-aisle fleet with an order for up to 200 737 MAX airplanes.
Luxair, flag carrier of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, has signed a firm order with Embraer for two E195-E2; the most efficient aircraft in the single aisle segment. The E195-E2 small narrowbody aircraft will complement the larger narrowbody aircraft the airline has on order.
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, is embarking on an ambitious phase of growth with significant fleet expansion and modernization initiatives designed to elevate the airline's global stature and enhance its guests' travel experience.
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced today that it has received U.S. Federal Aviation Administration certification for the GTF engine that will power the Airbus A321XLR aircraft.
Agreement includes exploration of necessary requirements for safe, scalable ground operations for AAM, along with intent to integrate Vector, Eve's urban traffic air management software.
The US Federal Aviation Administration and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency today certified updated high-pressure turbine (HPT) hardware durability kit for the CFM LEAP-1A engines that power Airbus A320neo family aircraft.
Eve Air Mobility (Eve) announced today a US$35 million* fund from Brazil's National Development Bank (BNDES), further solidifying its financial position for continued eVTOL development.
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, is poised to deepen its commitment to the Indian market, reflecting its strategic focus on expanding operations and service offerings.
Embraer and PT Dirgantara Indonesia, Indonesia's leading aerospace company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at growing collaboration in commercial aviation.
With a strong air cargo market exceeding pre-pandemic levels, Boeing forecasts continued long-term growth, saying air cargo traffic will increase by an average of 4% per year through 2043.
Boeing and Avia Solutions Group, the world's largest ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance, insurance) provider, today announced its first order with the company for 40 737-8s, with the potential to order 40 more later.
New Seaplane Routes to Revolutionize Regional Connectivity, Connecting Remote and Iconic Destinations across India
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) announces that the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC) has published the final version of the airworthiness criteria for Eve's eVTOL.
Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu and Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Vumlunmang Vualnam along with a delegation from US-India Aviation Co-operation Program visited RTX's North Gate Campus which houses Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace Centers of excellence.
Boeing and LATAM Airlines Group, the leading passenger and cargo airline group in South America, today announced the purchase of 10 787 Dreamliners with options for five more airplanes.
Embraer has signed a multi-year contract with LOT Polish Airlines for the Pool Program. With this agreement, the airline will receive support for a wide range of repairable components for its three E195-E2s recently leased from Azorra.
Carrier announces second order in 2024 for the industry's most efficient and capable twin-engine freighter
Brazil's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI), Embraer and the Financiadora de Estudos e Projetos (Finep), which promotes Brazil's economic and social development through public funding for Science, Technology & Innovation...
The E-Freighter, Embraer's E190F has been fully certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Embraer's passenger-to-freighter conversion and the Cargo Loading System, developed by U.S. Cargo Systems, have received the certification by FAA in September 2024.
Embraer congratulates the Brazilian Government and the National Congress for the approval and sanction of the “Fuel of the Future” law, which today introduces a legal framework to promote the production and use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).
SATS Ltd, one of the world's largest providers of air cargo handling services, has signed a three-year agreement with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to expand the rollout and implementation of DG AutoCheck compliance...
Embraer's newest aircraft, the E195-E2, visited Nikola Tesla Airport today for a demonstration event to representatives of the Serbian national airline Air Serbia, the Government of the Republic of Serbia, the aviation industry, and the media.
China will more than double its commercial airplane fleet by 2043 as its aviation industry expands and modernizes to meet growing demand for passenger and cargo air travel, according to Boeing's 2024 Commercial Market Outlook...
Boeing and EL AL Israel Airlines today confirmed the Israeli flag carrier finalized an agreement for up to 31 737 MAX jets, supporting the airline's plans to renew its fleet of Next-Generation 737 airplanes.
Boeing announced the application window open for the fourth edition of Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) program 2024-25 for university graduates and early-stage startup entrepreneurs.
LOT Polish Airlines has taken delivery of its first Embraer E195-E2 less than three months after signing the deal. The first of three jets leased via Azorra, will arrive in Poland shortly.
The Brazilian National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) concluded the financing contract for the export of 32 Embraer E175 commercial jets to American Airlines.
Singapore-headquartered SATS Ltd (“SATS”), the world's largest provider of air cargo handling services and Asia's pre-eminent provider of food solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SF Group, the leading express delivery...
Carrier doubles 777 Freighter order book to 10 as it renews fleet with the industry's most efficient and capable twin-engine freighter
ZeroAvia today announced that it has developed revolutionary AI-driven, scalable smart microgrid optimization software which promises to minimize the cost of hydrogen production for clean aviation and other applications.
Comfort meets sustainability in Business Class as SriLankan Airlines introduces new eco-friendly pillow covers and headrest covers (antimacassars)made from recycled PET plastic (rPET).
Boeing and Turkish Airlines today announced an order for four 777 Freighters to further strengthen the airline's position in the global air cargo market. With this order, Turkish Airlines will operate 12 777 Freighters.
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has been awarded three-year cargo handling contract extensions with Singapore Airlines in the United Kingdom, France, and Belgium.
Boeing today released its 2024 Sustainability & Social Impact Report, outlining our progress in support of our people, our environment, and our communities.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Ministry of Cooperation, Murlidhar Mohol officially assumed charge at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan in New Delhi on June 13, 2024.
New Video features Luiz Valentini, Chief Technology Officer
Arajet's 10th Boeing 737 MAX arrived today in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic as the airline continues to grow its fuel-efficient fleet.
Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu (born 18 December 1987) was announced as the Minister of Civil Aviation on June 10, 2024 in the newly formed Government of India, after the general elections in 2024.
KRD Luftfahrttechnik GmbH, Latecoere, RALLC and Alltec sign long-term supply agreements
Mexicana de Aviación, Mexico's state-owned carrier, has ordered 20 Embraer E2 aircraft. The deal is for 10 E190-E2 and 10 E195-E2 jets. Deliveries will begin in 2Q25.
New Video features Alice Altissimo, VP, Program Management & Operation
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Textron Aviation today announced that the 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet has rolled out of production at the company's factory in Wichita, Kansas, and is expected to be delivered later this year.
Boeing today released its third annual report about the company's progress to strengthen product safety, with a focus on improving its safety culture and working across industry to reduce safety risk.
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) and Saudia Technic, the leading MRO service provider in the Middle East, have announced today during the third edition of the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the signature of a Memorandum of Agreement...
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), AHQ Group and Embraer today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to discuss a joint strategy to develop the local aerospace ecosystem.
Embraer, Eve Air Mobility (Eve), and Groupe ADP (Aéroport de Paris) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which focuses on innovation and sustainable development, aiming to prepare the future of low-carbon aviation...
Brazilian scientists Micael Carmo and Fernando Catalano have been selected as finalists by the European Patent Office (EPO) in the 'Non-EPO Countries' category of the European Inventor Award 2024 in recognition of their contribution to sustainable aviation.
Boeing is testing three dozen technologies on its ecoDemonstrator program focused on strengthening operational efficiency and sustainability in cabin interiors, one of the most challenging parts of recycling an airplane.
SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka, unveiled its new office in Trivandrum today (13 May 2024), marking the beginning of a new partnership with Translanka Air Travels Pvt. Ltd. as the appointed General Sales Agent (GSA) for South Kerala.
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) unveiled a teaser video of its first full-scale eVTOL non-conforming prototype as it continues production of the aircraft at its facility in Brazil.
LOT Polish Airlines will add the Embraer E195-E2 to their fleet to enhance operational flexibility and accommodate network expansion.
Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), commenced revenue flights with its new Embraer E190-E2 fleet earlier today. The first aircraft, named Explorer 3.0, departed Singapore's Changi Airport, bound for Krabi, Thailand.
Embraer's EMB-203 Ipanema agricultural aircraft will conduct a series of tests to certify the first methodology for aerial application of bio-control agents in Brazil.
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has been named a member of Japan's Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Public-Private Committee.
Boeing is buying 9.4 million gallons (35.6 million liters) of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to support its 2024 U.S. commercial operations, reducing its carbon emissions and working to help grow the supply of the fuel globally.
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has named Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI), as supplier for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft’s pylons.
Azorra is celebrating delivery of the first of nine new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA).
The first E190F, a converted jet from passenger transport to freighter (E-Freighter), has successfully completed its first flight today in São José dos Campos, Brazil.
SpiceJet is poised to receive a Q400 aircraft secured from Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) as part of a settlement agreement inked last year.
Twin PW127M engines power regional airline's new fleet of ATR 72-600 turboprops
Tests will compare emissions from conventional Jet A and 100 per cent SAF
The company has been developing next-generation Urban Air Traffic Management solutions to enable integrated Advanced Air Mobility operations
FLY91, the latest entrant in the country’s aviation sector, today commenced its commercial operations with its first flight taking off for Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru.
Embraer has secured 120 minute extended twin-engine operations (ETOPS) approval for the E190-E2 and E195-E2 from the Brazil's Civil Aviation Authority ANAC (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil), FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), and EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency).
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Service agreement to cover more than 400 LEAP-1B engines for American's entire MAX 8 and MAX 10 fleet
With commitment for eight 777-9s and up to 12 more, Ethiopian Airlines is first African customer for highly fuel-efficient 777X passenger jet
Boeing and American Airlines announced today the carrier will further modernize its global fleet with its first order for the largest 737 MAX airplane.
Airline also selects EngineWise® maintenance long-term agreement
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, today unveiled its plan to build, test and fly a hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing demonstrator (HEX / VTOL) with a tilt-wing configuration.
Embraer announced that the company will join the United Airlines Ventures (UAV) Sustainable Flight Fund SM, an investment vehicle focused on scaling up the supply and availability of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) through investing in innovative startups.
Historic Partnership Marks Milestone in Sustainable Aviation Industry
Star Air, India's largest privately held regional airline, is delighted to announce the launch of its new destination, Hindon (Ghaziabad). New flights from Ajmer (Kishangarh) to Hindon (Ghaziabad) will commence on 16th February 2024.
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has named four additional suppliers for its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
In conjunction with the state visit of the French President Emmanuel Macron to India, Akasa Air and CFM International today announced an agreement to purchase CFM LEAP-1B engines to power 150 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, the sale of which was announced last week.
Azorra is celebrating delivery of the first two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to Royal Jordanian Airlines. A ceremony at Embraer's facility in São José dos Campos on Monday was followed today by an arrival celebration in Amman, Jordan, hosted by Royal Jordanian Airlines.
Hainan Airlines has awarded a contract to SATS Ltd. (SATS) for cargo handling services in Saudi Arabia. ainan Airlines operates three Airbus passenger flights a week to Riyadh and Jeddah.
Leading European carrier easyJet has ordered CFM LEAP-1A engines to power a fleet of 157 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, including 56 A320neo and 101 A321neo, which will be delivered from 2029, along with spare engines and a multi-year services agreement.
Regional operator targets retrofit of Cessna Caravan platform to drive clean flight
Cochin International Airport soars beyond 10 million passengers with sustainability, innovation and ambitious expansion plans
Boeing's India footprint expands with 36,000-square-foot parts warehouse that will help regional aviation customers maintain higher fleet utilisation, at Khurja, Uttar Pradesh
Cirrus Aircraft, the company that brought you the aircraft with the parachute and the Vision Jet that lands itself with the touch of a button...
SpiceXpress, a subsidiary of SpiceJet, has entered into a partnership with Star Air, to manage the belly space capacity for cargo transportation in Star Air's fleet of nine aircraft.
ModAir Aviation is proud to announce the induction of the fifth aircraft under its wings. This inducted airplane is Tecnam P-Mentor, a flight training, two-seater aircraft that touchdown at Ahmedabad.
Following the announcement of daily direct flights connecting Ayodhya and Delhi, Air India Express is also offering direct connectivity to Bengaluru and Kolkata, making Ayodhya the airline's third airport in UP.
Bradesco Bank has concluded with Eve Mobilidade Aérea Urbana, a subsidiary of Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) and a spin-off from Embraer, the first ESG financing guarantee operation aligned with the Green Loans Principles (2023 version), which follows a set of guidelines for structuring loan operations for sustainable purposes.
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) announces the release of its proposed airworthiness criteria for public consultation.
Boeing and the Lufthansa Group today announced a landmark 737 MAX order for up to 100 jets that will see Europe's largest airline group restore the Boeing 737 family into its fleet.
Eve Air Mobility ("Eve") held its Customer Advisory Board meeting last week at its headquarters in Melbourne, Fla. Customers and partners from 12 companies and nearly every continent came together to discuss the aircraft, operations, ecosystem readiness and services and solutions.
The Minister envisages a Helicopter and Small Aircraft Special Cell
Boeing and Avolon announced the Ireland-based lessor intends to purchase 40 more 737-8 airplanes to expand the lessor's 737 MAX portfolio – consisting of 737-8 and 737-10 variants – to more than 110 jets.
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Deutsche Aircraft commissioned LBST to compile a comprehensive study comparing the economic and environmental performance of Liquefied Hydrogen (LH2) and Power-to-Liquids (PtL) in aviation.
Boeing is accelerating its global efforts to scale-up sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), which serves as the aviation industry's most significant lever in reducing emissions today and into the future.
Embraer announced that a Praetor 600, equipped with the capabilities to undertake a wide range of flight inspection tasks has been delivered to South Korea's Flight Inspection Services Center.
Eve Air Mobility ("Eve") has achieved a key milestone in the progression of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) through a collaborative partnership with global private aviation leader Flexjet.
New engineering simulator sets the stage for the first flight experience in the D328eco cockpit
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) and flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the Middle East, today announced the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the future of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operations in Saudi Arabia.
Porter Airlines has exercised purchase rights to place a firm order for 25 Embraer E195-E2 passenger jets, adding to their 50 existing firm orders.