NEWS
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May 3, 2024
7th India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting held in New DelhiDefence Secretary & Secretary General of MoD, Indonesia agree to enhance collaboration in areas of defence industry, maritime security & multilateral cooperation
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May 2, 2024
Embraer Delivers 1800th E-JetEmbraer has reached a new delivery milestone on the world's preferred small narrowbody aircraft program; the delivery of the 1800th E-Jet production aircraft.
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May 2, 2024
Altair Acquires Research in Flight, Forging a New Path for Aerodynamic AnalysisFlagship solution, FlightStream®, pushes the boundaries of modern computational techniques
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May 2, 2024
ATR announces sale of 10 ATR 72-600 to AvationSingapore-based lessor selects new generation turboprop with lowest CO2 emissions per trip on regional market
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May 1, 2024
Boeing Validates Software for Future Manned Unmanned Refueling MissionsBoeing has advanced its manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) technology using a digital F/A-18 Super Hornet and MQ-25 Stingray.
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May 1, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada and Angola's TAAG Airlines sign Fleet Management™ Program agreement for PW150A enginesPW150A regional turboprops power TAAG's De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 aircraft
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May 1, 2024
Air Marshal S.K. Vidhate assumed the appointment of Air Officer in-Charge Personnel (AOP)Air Marshal S.K. Vidhate assumed the appointment of Air Officer in-Charge Personnel (AOP) on May 1, 2024. Commissioned into the Flying Branch of IAF in June 1987, he has rich experience of flying on various fighter & trainer aircraft of Indian Air Force.
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May 1, 2024
Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor takes over as AOC-in-C Training CommandAir Marshal Nagesh Kapoor assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) Training Command (TC) on May 1, 2024.
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May 1, 2024
Gulfstream Promotes Anthony Newlin to Senior Vice President and Chief Information OfficerGulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed Anthony Newlin to the position of senior vice president and chief information officer, effective May 31, 2024. He will succeed Sheryl Bunton, who will retire after nearly a decade with the company.
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April 30, 2024
ACIA Aero Leasing delivers first of two ATR 72-500 Bulk Freighters to Pattaya AirwaysACIA Aero Leasing (“ACIA”), a leading regional aircraft lessor, announced today the delivery of the first of two ATR 72-500 Bulk Freighters to Thailand’s newest airline, Pattaya Airways.
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April 30, 2024
GA-ASI Delivers First MQ-9A Extended Range to USMC's VMUT-2General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the US Marine Corps (USMC) celebrated the delivery of the first MQ-9A Extended Range (ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron 2 (VMUT-2).
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April 30, 2024
Koppert will use Embraer's Ipanema aircraft to certify aerial applications of bio-control methods in BrazilEmbraer'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.
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April 30, 2024
Eve Air Mobility Named a Member of Japan's Advanced Air Mobility Public-Private CommitteeEve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has been named a member of Japan's Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Public-Private Committee.
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April 30, 2024
Embraer strengthens integration with supply chain and names the top 10 best suppliers of the yearEmbraer today recognized the best suppliers of the year across 10 categories in an awards ceremony held during its annual strategic alignment conference with supply chain representatives – the Embraer Suppliers Conference (ESC).
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April 29, 2024
Boeing T-7A Red Hawk Triples ProgressThe Boeing T-7A Red Hawk achieved three recent milestones, propelling the advanced pilot trainer for the US Air Force forward.
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April 29, 2024
Boeing Awarded Contract for Seven Additional MH-139A HelicoptersThe US Air Force has awarded Boeing a $178M contract to produce seven MH-139A aircraft and provide sustainment and training support. This order brings the total number of aircraft under contract to 26.
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April 26, 2024
Indian Air Force Investiture CeremonyThe Air Force Investiture Ceremony was held on April 26, 2024 near the Param Yodha Sthal, which is a part of the National War Memorial (NWM) complex in New Delhi.
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April 26, 2024
Embraer plans to invest USD$390 million and create another 900 direct jobs this year in BrazilEmbraer today announced its plan to invest approximately USD$390 million and hire 900 additional employees in the current year.
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April 26, 2024
magniX Achieves Milestone in NASA Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstration ProgrammagniX, the company powering the electric aviation revolution, today announced that it has successfully completed the first phase of testing at the NASA Electric Aircraft Testbed (NEAT) facility in Sandusky, Ohio.
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April 25, 2024
Deutsche Aircraft, Energi i Nord, BLU and Bodø Municipality held a conference on the commercial development of e-fuel in Bodø with key stakeholders from the energy and aviation industriesWhile Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) play a crucial role in achieving climate-neutral aviation, investments in e-fuel production in the European Economic Area (EEA) are still lacking in ambition.
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April 25, 2024
AFI KLM E&M announces new 5-year contract with TAAG on Boeing 777 pool and repair component supportTAAG – Angola Airlines trusts AFI KLM E&M to support the maintenance of its Boeing 777 aircraft
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April 24, 2024
Lockheed Martin Australia and the Department of Defence Sign Strategic Partnership Head Contract to Advance Australia's Integrated Air and Missile Defence CapabilityLockheed Martin Australia signed a landmark AUD$500 million contract with the Department of Defence to build Australia's future Joint Air Battle Management System under project - AIR6500 Phase 1 (AIR6500-1).
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April 24, 2024
GA-ASI Adding AESA Antenna to EagleEye RadarGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is continuing its support of EagleEye multi-mode radar development with a company investment to add an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) antenna and associated software that will increase range and deliver significant mode enhancements.
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April 24, 2024
Gulfstream Begins G700 Customer DeliveriesGulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the commencement of customer deliveries for the all-new Gulfstream G700. The first two G700 aircraft have been delivered and are now in service with Gulfstream customers.
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April 24, 2024
Bombardier Unveils Bold New Brand Identity Worldwide as Company Soars Toward an Ambitious FutureBombardier, the worldwide leader in business aviation, today unveiled a new brand identity anchored by the evolution of the company's logo.
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April 24, 2024
AFI KLM E&M entered in an agreement for Component Support with Ethiopian Airlines for Boeing 777 fleetAir France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance and Ethiopian Airlines partner for comprehensive Component Support Program.
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April 24, 2024
AFI KLM E&M signs component support program with Air TanzaniaAir France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance, announced today the signing of the Component Support Program with Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) for new 737 MAX-9 aircraft.
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April 23, 2024
GA-ASI Mojave Lights Up the Yuma Desert in Live-Fire DemonstrationMinigun Integration Showcases the Firepower and Versatility of STOL UAS; Highlights Ability to Rapidly Integrate New Multi-Mission Capabilities
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April 22, 2024
AFI KLM E&M Strengthens Collaboration with TransaviaAFI KLM E&M, Transavia Netherlands and Transavia France continue their longstanding partnership with the signature of two new A320neo component support and engine support agreements for the CFM56-7B and LEAP-1A.
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April 22, 2024
Lockheed Martin Successfully Transitions Long Range Discrimination Radar to the Missile Defense AgencyThe Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) at Clear Space Force Station in Clear, Alaska, completed DD250 final acceptance and was officially handed over to the Missile Defense Agency in preparation for an Operational Capability Baseline (OCB) decision and final transition to the Warfighter.
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April 22, 2024
magniX Announces Letter of Intent with Harbour Air for 50 magni650 Electric EnginesmagniX, the company powering the electric aviation revolution, today announced that Harbour Air, North America's largest seaplane airline, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to purchase 50 magni650 electric engines.
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April 19, 2024
DRDO hands over first batch of indigenous Leading Edge Actuators & Airbrake Control Module to HAL for LCA Tejas Mk1ADRDO's Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has handed over the first batch of the indigenous Leading Edge Actuators and Airbrake Control Module to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), marking a significant leap towards self-reliance in aeronautical technologies.
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April 19, 2024
Embraer backlog reached the highest level over past 7 years and deliveries increased 67 per cent in 1Q24Embraer delivered 25 jets in 1Q24, an increase of 67 per cent compared to the 15 aircraft delivered in 1Q23. Executive Aviation showed robust delivery growth, soaring from 8 to 18 jets during the period.
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April 18, 2024
Embraer signs MoU with AICAT to improve cooperation with the Austrian aerospace industryEmbraer and AICAT (Austrian Industrial Cooperation & Aviation Technology) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance international cooperation in the aerospace sector.
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April 18, 2024
Chief of Defence Staff, Naval Chief and space industry call for deeper collaborations between academia, industry and startupsIndian Space Association organizes the 2nd edition of 'Indian DefSpace Symposium' to create a platform for all stakeholders to foster India's defence-space capabilities and bolstering the economic might
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April 17, 2024
Eve Air Mobility and AirX Inc. Sign Letter of Intent for up to 50 eVTOLs, Service Support and Urban ATM SoftwareEve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has signed a letter of intent with AirX Inc., Japan's largest public helicopter air charter service, for up to 10 firm and up to 40 optional electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
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April 17, 2024
ST Engineering and Bureau Veritas Sign Cooperation Agreement to Advance Wing-in-Ground TechnologyThe collaboration will support the development of innovative fuel-efficient technology through the classification and certification of the first AirFish WIG craft
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April 17, 2024
AAAA Summit 2024: Orbit Unveils Breakthrough Adaptive Noise Reduction (ANR) Using AI for Clear Cockpit CommunicationThis innovative technology enhances intelligibility by reducing cockpit ambient noise, marking a significant advancement in aviation communication
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April 16, 2024
IAI Announces Sale of Integrated Air Defense Radar and ESM to a European CountryEnhanced Air Situational Picture through Integrated Passive and Active sensors
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April 16, 2024
Boeing Makes its Largest Purchase of Blended Sustainable Aviation FuelBoeing 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.
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April 15, 2024
US Missile Defense Agency selects Lockheed Martin to provide its Next Generation InterceptorOn April 15, the Missile Defense Agency selected Lockheed Martin to deliver the nation's new homeland missile defense capability, the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI).
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April 14, 2024
Eve Air Mobility Names KAI as Supplier for eVTOL PylonsEve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has named Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI), as supplier for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft’s pylons.
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April 13, 2024
Convocation ceremony for 79th Staff Course held at DSSC, WellingtonThe Convocation ceremony for the 79th Staff Course was conducted at Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington on April 13, 2024.
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April 13, 2024
IAF in Operation MeghdootMeghdoot was launched on April 13, 1984, when the Indian Army and Indian Air Force (IAF) advanced to the Siachen glacier to secure the heights dominating the Northern Ladakh region.
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April 11, 2024
Embraer and ENAER announce cooperation agreement in ChileThe understanding between the companies covers the opening of a new service center and the manufacturing of parts for Embraer aircraft
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April 11, 2024
Azorra delivers first Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to ScootAzorra is celebrating delivery of the first of nine new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA).
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April 10, 2024
Embraer and Brazilian Air Force begin studies for special mission platformsStudies will focus on the potential adaptation of current platforms for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (IVR) missions
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April 10, 2024
Barfield and AerFin Strengthen Partnership with Component Repair AgreementAFI KLM E&M American Subsidiary, Barfield, strengthens partnership with AerFin through support of A320 and E170/E190 components.
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April 10, 2024
Embraer and Horizon Air sign agreement for Collaborative Inventory PlanningEmbraer and Horizon Air signed a contract for the Embraer Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP), a customized expendables spare parts inventory management program designed to help customers reduce operational costs by optimizing inventory levels.
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April 10, 2024
CFM advances LEAP engine health monitoringAs the number of LEAP engine operators grows worldwide and the fleet approaches the 50 million flight hour milestone, CFM International has expanded its engine health monitoring capabilities with machine learning to provide operators with more accurate insights than ever before.
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April 10, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney announces GTF MRO capacity expansion at West Palm Beach facilityPratt & Whitney, an RTX business, today announced a $20 million investment to increase the GTF maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capacity of its West Palm Beach Engine Center.
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April 9, 2024
AFI KLM E&M established Component Support Agreement with Hawaiian AirlinesHawaiian Airlines, renowned for its commitment to excellence in aviation, has taken another significant stride in ensuring the reliability and performance of its operations by partnering with AFI KLM E&M for component support services tailored to its esteemed Boeing 787-9 fleet.
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April 9, 2024
SD equips first delivered Dassault Falcon 6X with “nose-to-tail” connectivitySwitzerland-based charter provider CAT Aviation AG selected Satcom Direct, the business aviation solutions provider, to equip the first Dassault Falcon 6X to enter service with a suite of connectivity solutions.
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April 9, 2024
Embraer and Correios sign Memorandum of Understanding for optimization studies in air cargo transportAgreement seeks to reshape the logistics network to increase efficiency and offer cargo solutions in Brazil and abroad
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April 9, 2024
CFM delivering LEAP engines that lower fuel nozzle maintenance burdenCFM International has shipped the first production LEAP-1A engines outfitted with its new reverse bleed system (RBS) to Airbus, with entry into commercial service expected by mid-year.
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April 9, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney announces North American Technology AcceleratorPratt & Whitney, an RTX business, today announced details of its North American Technology Accelerator (NATA), a commercial and military aftermarket operations center of excellence based in Florida.
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April 9, 2024
Sirius India Airlines joins hands with Transworld Group's Airavat Aviation to Expand Air Charter Services in IndiaSirius India Airlines Limited, a newcomer in the aviation sector, is making a dynamic entrance by venturing into the air charter business.
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April 9, 2024
ST Engineering and MPA Collaborate on Wing-in-Ground TrialsST Engineering's joint venture company with Peluca (formerly known as Wigetworks), ST Engineering AirX (AirX), will collaborate with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) in the trials of AirX's AirFish Wing-in-Ground (WIG) craft in Singapore.
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April 8, 2024
Tri-service Conference 'Parivartan Chintan' held in New DelhiCDS General Anil Chauhan stresses on need for developing Joint Culture for Armed Forces
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April 8, 2024
Lockheed Martin Boosts Domestic Microelectronics Capabilities For Pentagon Aerial Defense ProgramLockheed Martin will work with Intel Corporation, and Altera, an Intel Company, to support the Stimulating Transition for Advanced Microelectronics Packaging (STAMP) program for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD R&E).
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April 8, 2024
MTU Maintenance introduces additional test capabilities for CFM56-7B enginesMTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg has achieved the next step in obtaining their CFM56-7B test capability after a successful audit by the German aviation authority, the Luftfahrtbundesamt (LBA).
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April 5, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan underscores need for Military Leaders to adapt to changing character of WarChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has highlighted the need for Military Leaders to adapt to the changing character of war and underscored the importance of inter services synergy.
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April 5, 2024
Greece Moves Forward in Procurement of UH-60M Black HawkThe Government of Greece signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) today making official its intent to procure 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters built by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, via US government Foreign Military Sale.
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April 5, 2024
First E-Jet converted to transport cargo aircraft makes its debutThe 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.
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April 4, 2024
Embraer promotes forum on Amazon protection and border sovereignty at FIDAE 2024The use of aerial resources to protect the Amazon and border sovereignty will be the subject of a forum organized by Embraer at FIDAE 2024, the International Air and Space Fair, in Santiago, Chile.
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April 4, 2024
Pan India Emergency Landing Facility Activation by Indian Air ForceAs part of the ongoing exercise Gagan Shakti-24, Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft recently operated from the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in the northern sector in Kashmir valley.
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April 3, 2024
Lunar Dawn Team Awarded NASA Lunar Terrain Vehicle ContractLunar Outpost teams with Lockheed Martin and Industry to develop a human-rated Moon rover as part of the agency's Artemis campaign
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April 3, 2024
Bombardier Becomes Only Business Jet Manufacturer to Disclose Environmental Impact of its Entire Aircraft PortfolioBombardier today became the only business jet manufacturer to ever disclose the scientifically-analyzed environmental impact of its entire product portfolio.
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April 3, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Australia Completes Heaviest Maintenance Check On Global ExpressExecuJet MRO Services Australia (ExecuJet), has completed its first 20-year maintenance check on a Global Express, the heaviest check one can do on this aircraft type.
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April 3, 2024
Northrop Grumman and EpiSci to Collaborate on Advanced Autonomy CapabilitiesNorthrop Grumman Corporation is collaborating with EpiSci to further develop advanced, trusted autonomous tactical solutions for the United States and its allies.
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April 2, 2024
Boeing Awarded Contract to Continue Extreme Environmental Testing for Critical Defense PlatformsThe US Air Force has awarded Boeing a contract worth up to $559 million over five years to operate, maintain and perform testing at the Little Mountain Test Facility at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.
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April 2, 2024
SpiceJet Set to Receive Q400 Aircraft from NAC in Settlement Agreement; Ownership of Six Q400s Transferred to AirlineSpiceJet is poised to receive a Q400 aircraft secured from Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) as part of a settlement agreement inked last year.
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April 1, 2024
Defence exports touch record ₹21,083 crore in FY 2023-24, an increase of 32.5 per cent over last fiscal; Private sector contributes 60 per cent, DPSUs - 40 per centNumber of export authorisations rise to 1,507 in FY 2023-24 from 1,414 in FY 2022-23
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April 1, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Opens Purpose-Built MRO Facility at Malaysia's Subang AirportExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has moved into its new purpose-built maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility at Subang Airport near downtown Kuala Lumpur.
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March 31, 2024
Closing Ceremony – Exercise Tiger Triumph 2024The Closing Ceremony of the Bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Amphibious Exercise between India and US, Tiger Triumph 2024 was held onboard USS Somerset on March 30, 2024.
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March 29, 2024
Gulfstream G700 Earns FAA CertificationGulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, today announced the all-new Gulfstream G700 has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification, paving the way for customer deliveries of the most spacious aircraft in business aviation.
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March 28, 2024
Successful First Flight of LCA Mk1AThe first Aircraft LA5033 of the Tejas Mk1A Aircraft series took to the skies from HAL facility in Bengaluru today. It was a successful sortie with a flying time of 18 minutes.
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March 28, 2024
RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada signs engine services agreement with India’s FLY91Twin PW127M engines power regional airline's new fleet of ATR 72-600 turboprops
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March 27, 2024
Bombardier's Industry-Leading Global 7500 Aircraft Actively Touring Asia, Showcasing its Unrivalled Performance and Design AttributesBombardier today announced that its industry-defining Global 7500 is actively touring Asia this week with planned customer meetings in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Seoul.
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March 27, 2024
Cyient partners up with Deutsche Aircraft for the Design of Rear Fuselage Section of the D328eco™Cyient, a global company offering intelligent engineering and technology solutions, is announcing a strategic partnership with Deutsche Aircraft, a German original equipment manufacturer (OEM) located in Weßling, close to Munich.
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March 27, 2024
Israel Aerospace Industries Launches AeroSpace Services India (ASI), furthering its presence in IndiaIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI), a world-class aerospace and defence company, has opened AeroSpace Services India (ASI), its Indian subsidiary in New Delhi.
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March 25, 2024
Boeing Announces Board and Management ChangesBoeing President and CEO Dave Calhoun today announced his decision to step down as CEO at the end of 2024, and he will continue to lead Boeing through the year to complete the critical work underway to stabilize and position the company for the future.
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March 25, 2024
Bombardier's Global 7500 Jet Sets More Than 30 Speed Records, as Precedent-Setting Program Operates Flawlessly Around the WorldBombardier today celebrated more impressive speed records on the Global 7500 aircraft, bringing the total to more than 30 and counting.
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March 22, 2024
Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari addresses 79th Staff Course at Defence Services Staff College, WellingtonCAS underscores transition of IAF into a contemporary & future ready Aerospace Force
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March 21, 2024
GA-ASI Adds New Capabilities to its Predator Mission TrainerIn a move that will be welcomed by many of its international customers, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has installed enhanced operating software into its Predator Mission Trainer (PMT) simulator that resides at GA-ASI's Flight Test & Training Center (FTTC) in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
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March 21, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney collaborates with FAA to study non-CO2 emissions under FAA ASCENT programTests will compare emissions from conventional Jet A and 100 per cent SAF
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March 20, 2024
Induction of Helicopter Unit at Air Force Station ThanjavurSouthern Air Command (SAC) was established in July 1984 in response to certain geopolitical developments to ensure effective command and control of IAF assets and facilitate quick deployment of combat forces in the event of threats developing in the Indian Ocean Region.
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March 20, 2024
Embraer showcases the C-390 Millennium and A-29 Super Tucano at inaugural visit to Melbourne, FloridaThe two aircraft, along with the Praetor 600 super-midsize and the Phenom 300E light business jets, were on static display at Embraer Executive Jets' headquarters
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March 19, 2024
Exercise Tiger Triumph – 24The Opening Ceremony of the Bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Amphibious Exercise between India and US, Tiger Triumph, was held onboard INS Jalashwa today March 19, 2024.
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March 19, 2024
Raksha Mantri Trophy for Armed Forces Medical Services' Best & Second Best Command Hospitals for Year 2022 Given AwayCommand Hospital (Southern Command), Pune & Command Hospital (Central Command), Lucknow judged as Best and Second Best Command Hospitals
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March 19, 2024
International Strategic Engagement Programme (IN STEP)IN STEP has been explicitly curated as a two week strategic engagement at NDC New Delhi under the aegis of NSCS and MEA.
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March 19, 2024
Activation of Emergency Landing Facility on National Highway 16On March 18, 2024, Indian Air Force fighter and transport aircraft carried out operations on an Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) airstrip on National Highway 16 near Addanki in Bapatla district.
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March 19, 2024
Eve Air Mobility Presents Vector and Provides Updates on the Urban ATM Software DevelopmentThe company has been developing next-generation Urban Air Traffic Management solutions to enable integrated Advanced Air Mobility operations
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March 19, 2024
Northrop Grumman to Develop Concept for Lunar RailroadNorthrop Grumman Corporation has been selected by DARPA to further develop the concept of building a moon-based railroad network as part of the broader 10-year Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) Capability Study.
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March 18, 2024
Exercise Tiger Triumph – 24In consonance with the established partnership between India and the US, a bilateral tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise between both countries, Tiger Triumph – 24, is scheduled on the Eastern Seaboard from March 18 to 31, 2024.
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March 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman's B-21 Raider Receives Aviation Week Grand Laureate AwardNorthrop Grumman Corporation received the Aviation Week Grand Laureate Award in the defense category for its role as the prime contractor delivering the B-21 Raider to the United States Air Force.
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March 18, 2024
ExecuJet Haite Completes First Engine Change On Falcon AircraftExecuJet Haite has completed its first engine change on a Falcon aircraft. The aircraft was a Falcon 7X, a trijet powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307A turbofans.
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March 18, 2024
IAE AG successfully tests V2500 engine on 100 per cent Sustainable Aviation FuelIAE International Aero Engines AG (IAE) announced it has successfully tested the V2500 engine with 100 per cent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at MTU Maintenance Hannover, Germany.
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March 18, 2024
FLY91 Commences Commercial OperationsFLY91, 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.
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March 15, 2024
Embraer's Senior VP of Engineering and Technology Development, Luís Carlos Affonso, honored with inaugural Pathfinder AwardAviation Week Network's 66th Laureate Awards presented Embraer's Senior Vice President of Engineering and Technology Development, Luís Carlos Affonso, with the inaugural Pathfinder Award.
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March 14, 2024
Embraer's E2 Cleared For ETOPS-120 OperationsEmbraer 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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March 14, 2024
Embraer Defense & Security and ST Engineering to boost cooperation across APAC and South AmericaBoth companies to tap on each other's capabilities in the defense sector
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March 13, 2024
Dynamatic Technologies announces strategic partnership with Deutsche Aircraft to manufacture Rear Fuselage for the D328ecoDynamatic Technologies Limited is proud to announce a new partnership with Deutsche Aircraft, the German OEM based in Münich, Germany.
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March 12, 2024
Global Jet Capital Appoints Mike Christie to Lead Americas Sales TeamGlobal Jet Capital has appointed Mike Christie to the position of Head of Sales for the Americas. He will succeed Steve Day, who is stepping down after more than 8 years with the company.
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March 12, 2024
Prime Minister witnesses 'Bharat Shakti' – a Tri-Services Firing and Manoeuvre Exercise in Pokhran, Rajasthan“Today, once again, Pokhran is witnessing the triveni of India's Atmanirbharta, self-confidence and its glory” —Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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March 12, 2024
Embraer-X announces partnership with Greentown Labs, the largest climatetech incubator in North AmericaUshers In A New Era Of Air Travel, Expanding Capacity From Delhi And Elevating Passenger Experience
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March 12, 2024
SIA Engineering Company Expands Scope of Services for Scoot to include New Embraer E190-E2 FleetMainboard-listed SIA Engineering Company Limited (“SIAEC”) is pleased to announce the expansion of the scope of its Services Agreement with Scoot (“Scoot”) to include the latter's new Embraer E190-E2 fleet.
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March 12, 2024
Vietnam Airlines to Operate Airbus A350 to Delhi from May 2024Ushers In A New Era Of Air Travel, Expanding Capacity From Delhi And Elevating Passenger Experience
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March 11, 2024
Indigenously developed Agni-5 missile makes maiden flight with MIRVDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted first successful flight test of indigenously developed Agni-5 missile with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology.
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March 11, 2024
Akaer has been selected to manufacture the Forward Fuselage for the new D328eco™ regional turboprop by Deutsche AircraftAkaer, an aerospace and engineering company that is a leader in innovation, has been selected by German OEM Deutsche Aircraft to manufacture the forward fuselage of the D328eco, the sustainable 40-seater turboprop aircraft for the regional aviation market.
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March 8, 2024
President's Standard and Colours Presentation to Indian Air Force UnitsOn March 8, 2024, the President of India, the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces, Droupadi Murmu, awarded the prestigious President's Standard to 45 Squadron and 221 Squadron, and the President's Colours to 11 Base Repair Depot (BRD) and 509 Signal Unit (SU) of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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March 8, 2024
Defence Ministry signs over ₹200 Crore deal with Big Bang Boom for Indigenous Anti-Drone TechnologyA momentous win for the homegrown IDEX startup, promoting indigenous technology
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March 7, 2024
Visit of Air Marshal Vibhas Pande, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command to Base Repair Depot, PalamAir Marshal Vibhas Pande, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief HQ Maintenance Command, visited Base Repair Depot, Palam from March 6, 2024 to March 7, 2024.
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March 6, 2024
F-16 Block 70 Jets Set Off on Historic Ferry Flight to Bahrain: A New Era in Air DefenseLockheed Martin today marked a significant milestone with the departure of the first ferry cell of three F-16 Block 70 jets from Greenville, South Carolina, to Bahrain.
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March 6, 2024
CFM signs LEAP-1B engine service agreement for entire American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX fleetService agreement to cover more than 400 LEAP-1B engines for American's entire MAX 8 and MAX 10 fleet
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March 5, 2024
Visit of Air Marshal Vibhas Pande AOC-in-C, Maintenance CommandAir Marshal Vibhas Pande, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief Maintenance Command, visited Air Force Station Tughlakabad on 5th March 2024.
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March 5, 2024
Boeing Collaborates with AIESL for Maintenance Training in IndiaCooperation standardizes maintenance personnel training to enhance processes and aviation safety.
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March 5, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines to Expand Widebody Fleet with Up to 20 Boeing 777X JetsWith commitment for eight 777-9s and up to 12 more, Ethiopian Airlines is first African customer for highly fuel-efficient 777X passenger jet
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March 5, 2024
US Space Force Awards Boeing WGS-12 Communications Satellite Production ContractBoeing received a $439.6 million contract to build the 12th Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) communications satellite for US Space Force's Space Systems Command.
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March 4, 2024
DefConnect 2024: Defence Minister launches ADITI scheme to promote innovations in critical & strategic defence technologiesADITI scheme will nurture youth's innovation & help India leap forward in the field of technology: Rajnath Singh
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March 4, 2024
American Airlines orders 85 Boeing 737 MAX jets, expands fleet with 737-10 modelBoeing and American Airlines announced today the carrier will further modernize its global fleet with its first order for the largest 737 MAX airplane.
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March 4, 2024
Icelandair selects RTX's Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines to power up to 35 Airbus A320neo family aircraftAirline also selects EngineWise® maintenance long-term agreement
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March 4, 2024
American Airlines Places Order for up to 133 Embraer AircraftEmbraer has secured a major order for 133 aircraft from American Airlines Group Inc. to meet domestic demand in the United States.
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March 3, 2024
MH-60R 'Seahawks' to be commissioned into the Indian Navy as the INAS 334 SquadronThe Indian Navy will commission the newly inducted MH-60R Seahawk (a maritime variant of the Blackhawk helicopter) multi-role helicopter on March 6, 2024 at INS Garuda, Kochi marking a pivotal moment in India's Defence modernisation journey.
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March 2, 2024
Boosting domestic industry, MoD signs a mega contract with L&T for High-Power RadarsIn a major defence contract, the government has signed a contract with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for High Power Radars (HPR).
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March 1, 2024
Another major boost to Aatmnirbharta in defence: Ministry of Defence signs five major capital acquisition contracts worth 39,125.39 croreContracts exchanged in presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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March 1, 2024
Curtain Raiser Press Conference President's Standard and Colours PresentationThe President of India, Droupadi Murmu, who is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces, will be awarding the President's Standard and Colours to four Indian Air Force Units at Air Force Station Hindan on March 8, 2024.
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February 29, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Slovakia Usher in New Era of European Air Defense with Ceremonial Delivery of First F-16 Block 70 JetsIn a ceremony today at Lockheed Martin's Greenville facility, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the Slovak Republic, Robert Kaliňák, along with esteemed delegates from the United States and Slovakia, commemorated the delivery of Slovakia's first two F-16 Block 70 aircraft.
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February 29, 2024
GA-ASI Makes First Flight of XQ-67A OBSSGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) flew the XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station (OBSS) for the first time on February 28, 2024. OBSS is an Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) program and GA-ASI was selected in 2021 to design, build and fly the new aircraft.
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February 29, 2024
Boeing Awarded $3.4 Billion Contract for 17 P-8A Poseidon AircraftThe US Navy has awarded Boeing a $3.4 billion contract to begin manufacturing 14 P-8A Poseidon aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force and three additional P-8s for the German Navy.
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February 29, 2024
Deutsche Aircraft Welcomes the Complete Fleet of D328® turboprops from NL EASP AIR to Oberpfaffenhofen AirportDeutsche Aircraft, a leading aircraft manufacturer, is pleased to announce the arrival of NL EASP AIR's complete fleet of D328® turboprop aircraft at its hangar at Oberpfaffenhofen Airport.
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February 28, 2024
Defence Secretary interacts with German Defence IndustryGiridhar Aramane highlights recent reforms to make India an investment destination in defence sector
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February 28, 2024
Lockheed Martin Takes Next Step in Homeland Missile Defense Interceptor Acquisition ProcessCompany continues unprecedented progress to advance Next Generation Interceptor program
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February 28, 2024
Embraer-X highlights open innovation in a joint initiative with Sustainable Aero LabEmbraer-X today announced a partnership with Hamburg-based Sustainable Aero Lab in a joint initiative to leverage open innovation in connection with global researchers, experienced entrepreneurs, founders, industry professionals and investors.
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February 28, 2024
PC-21 Fleet Achieves 500,000 Flight Hours in SafetyThe global fleet of just under 250 PC-21 training aircraft recently set a historic milestone with a total of over 500,000 successful hours in the air.
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February 28, 2024
Defence Secretary co-chairs India-Germany High Defence Committee meeting in BerlinDefence Secretary Giridhar Aramane co-chaired the India-Germany High Defence Committee (HDC) meeting in Berlin on February 27, 2024 with the State Secretary, German Ministry of Defence Benedikt Zimmer.
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February 27, 2024
Prime Minister visits Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala“The four astronaut-designates are not just four names or individuals, they are four ‘Shakti’ of carrying the aspirations of 140 crore Indians into space”
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February 27, 2024
DSTA Strengthens Partnership With Lockheed Martin To Advance Data Analytics In Data Pipe InfrastructureSingapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Lockheed Martin entered into an agreement on 22 February 2024 to implement a new data pipeline infrastructure to facilitate the seamless exchange of digitalised fleet and supply chain datasets.
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February 27, 2024
Sikorsky Looks to Future Family of VTOL SystemsSikorsky, 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.
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February 26, 2024
Deutsche Aircraft launches Chinese language websiteDeutsche Aircraft launches Chinese language website to promote the D328eco™ regional turboprop aircraft in the Asia-Pacific region
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February 25, 2024
DRDO hands over 23 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology to industries during Maharashtra MSME Defence Expo 2024Domains include electronics, laser technology, combat vehicles, naval systems & aeronautics
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February 23, 2024
Defence Minister & Netherlands Defence Minister discuss ways to expand bilateral cooperation during talks in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with the Netherlands Defence Minister Kajsa Ollongren in New Delhi on February 23, 2024.
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February 22, 2024
Boeing Appoints Uma Amuluru Human Resources LeaderBoeing today announced Uma Amuluru as the company's Chief Human Resources Officer and executive vice president, Human Resources, effective April 1. Amuluru succeeds Michael D'Ambrose who announced his plans to retire this July.
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February 22, 2024
RTX's Collins Aerospace Inaugurates India Digital Technology CenterFocusing on cutting-edge technologies, new center will play a pivotal role in the company's global innovation ecosystem and strategy.
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February 21, 2024
Aeronautical Development Agency Signs MoU with Indian Air ForceAeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has signed an MoU with the Indian Air Force (IAF) for integration of futuristic Weapons and Sensors for LCA Tejas aircraft.
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February 20, 2024
Digital Flight Control Computer for Tejas Mk1A Flown successfullyIn a significant development towards Tejas Mk1A programme, the Digital Fly by Wire Flight Control Computer (DFCC) was integrated in prototype LSP7 and successfully flown on February 19, 2024.
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February 19, 2024
Federal Government Coordinator for Aerospace Policy, Anna Christmann, visits Deutsche Aircraft – with UpLift Test Laboratory to climate-friendly flightsDr. Anna Christmann, the Coordinator for Aerospace Policy of the German Federal Government, recently visited the Deutsche Aircraft headquarters...
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February 19, 2024
Silk Avia introduces first new ATR 72-600 in Central AsiaLeading regional aircraft lessor Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) and ATR, the world's number one regional aircraft manufacturer, announced the successful delivery of the first new ATR 72-600 to Uzbekistan's airline Silk Avia.
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February 16, 2024
Aerospace & Defence – Capability Roadmap 2030 ConclaveFocusing on cutting-edge technologies, new center will play a pivotal role in the company's global innovation ecosystem and strategy.
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February 16, 2024
Eve Air Mobility to Make Debut at Singapore Air ShowCompany's eVTOL mock-up and virtual reality experience make first stop in Asia-Pacific as part of world tour
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February 15, 2024
Lockheed Martin's Pony Express 2 Tech Demo Satellites Declared Ready For LaunchThe Lockheed Martin Pony Express 2 mission, intended to showcase how space can enhance Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2), is ready for launch.
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February 15, 2024
Nikhil Joshi to Lead Boeing Defence IndiaBoeing has announced the appointment of Nikhil Joshi as Managing Director of Boeing Defence India (BDI), in a move to strengthen the company's operations and accelerated growth strategy for India.
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February 14, 2024
Embraer joins United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight FundEmbraer 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.
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February 14, 2024
ATR Achives Robust Growth in 2023Sales and deliveries in 2023 surge by 53 per cent and 44 per cent respectively vs 2022. Record year for support and services also, with a 15 per cent increase over 2022.
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February 14, 2024
Sirius Aviation AG Partners with India's MEHAIR, Securing 100 Hydrogen VTOL Jet OrdersHistoric Partnership Marks Milestone in Sustainable Aviation Industry
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February 14, 2024
Bombardier Launches US Technician Apprenticeship Program in Collaboration with WSU TechBombardier announced it has collaborated with Wichita State University Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology (WSU Tech) to create an apprenticeship program aimed at training future airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanics.
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February 13, 2024
ATR discloses environmental impact through CDP Climate Change for the first timeLeading regional aircraft manufacturer further strengthens commitment to lower environmental footprint
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February 13, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney receives a $355 million F100 engine sustainment contract for South Korea's F-15s, F-16sPratt & Whitney, an RTX business, was awarded an F100 engine performance-based logistics (PBL) sustainment contract by South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA).
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February 13, 2024
Boeing Announces Winners of Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Programme 2023-24Boeing announced seven teams comprising university students and early-stage start-up entrepreneurs as winners of the third edition of Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) programme 2023-24.
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February 13, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Expands India Operations with Opening of New India Digital Capability CenterPratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced the establishment of its new India Digital Capability Center (IDCC) in Bengaluru.
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February 12, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney business completes key design review on Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion offeringPratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has completed a critical assessment of its Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) offering with the US Air Force, moving the programme closer to completing its detailed design review.
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February 12, 2024
RTX's Mobile Ground Control Approach System Delivered to US Air ForceCollins Aerospace, an RTX business, has delivered vehicle-mounted air traffic control systems to the US Air Force to provide air traffic management in the most contested environments.
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February 12, 2024
IAF Team Inducts for the Singapore Air Show 2024A team of 71 personnel of Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sarang Helicopter Display Team landed at the PayaLebar Air Base of Singapore to participate in the Singapore Air Show 2024.
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February 12, 2024
Star Air Expands Its Network with New Flights from Ajmer to Delhi, Hindon AirportStar 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.
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February 12, 2024
Lockheed Martin and Red 6 Announce Augmented Reality Integration Progress for TF-50New video demonstrates Lockheed Martin's vision for TF-50 augmented reality pilot training with Red 6 technology integration
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February 9, 2024
Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff visits Military Institute of Technology, PuneAir Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff visited Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Girinagar, Pune on February 9, 2024 and interacted with all participants of Defence Services Technical Staff Course (DSTSC-06).
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February 9, 2024
Hungary's C-390 Millennium makes its maiden flightThe first C-390 Millennium of the Hungarian Air Force has successfully completed its maiden flight yesterday in Gavião Peixoto.
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February 9, 2024
Embraer and Mahindra announce collaboration on the C-390 Millennium Medium Transport Aircraft in IndiaMoU reflects Embraer and Mahindra's commitment to Make in India
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February 8, 2024
Kickoff of the new EU technology program HEROPSA new venture is taking off: The new Clean Aviation technology program, HEROPS (Hydrogen-Electric Zero Emission Propulsion System), was launched in mid-January.
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February 8, 2024
First New South Wales Ambulance PC-24 in ServiceThe New South Wales Ambulance Fixed Wing Aeromedical Operations brings its first PC-24 into service, demonstrating how this aircraft continues to live up to its namesake as the world's only Super Versatile Jet.
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February 8, 2024
Armed Forces' Nari Shakti on a global stage: Sqn Ldr Bhawana Kanth, Col Ponung Doming & Lt Cdr Annu Prakash share their remarkable journeys at World Defence Show 2024 in RiyadhThe World Defence Show (WDS) 2024, currently being held in Riyadh, witnessed Tri-Service women representation, a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government's vision of leveraging Nari Shakti across domains.
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February 8, 2024
Boeing to showcase sustainable aviation, advanced air mobility, defense and services at Singapore Airshow 2024Boeing will highlight its commercial products, defense capabilities and services at the Singapore Airshow 2024.
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February 8, 2024
CAAC Certifies ExecuJet Haite For Gulfstream G650 Heavy ChecksThe Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has certified ExecuJet Haite to perform heavy maintenance checks on Gulfstream G650 and G650ER aircraft.
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February 7, 2024
Sikorsky Completes Flight Tests of Three Hellenic Navy MH-60R HelicoptersSikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has completed testing of the integrated mission systems and sensors aboard three MH-60R SEAHAWK® helicopters purchased by the Hellenic Navy.
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February 7, 2024
Time for building a highly capable Aatmanirbhar defence space ecosystem, says CDS General Anil ChauhanChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has stressed that as the country is going through Amrit Kaal, it is time for building a highly capable Aatmanirbhar defence space ecosystem.
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February 6, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-52 selected to power new Piper M700 Fury® single-engine turbopropNext generation aircraft re-affirms PT6A's engine-of-choice status in general aviation and builds on long-standing relationship between the two companies
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February 6, 2024
ATR appoints Maria Teresa Pedra Bruñó as new Head of Human ResourcesATR, the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft, today announced the appointment of Maria Teresa Pedra Bruñó as its new Head of Human Resources, effective February 1, 2024.
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February 6, 2024
Eve announces Antonio João Carmesini Barcellos as Vice President of IndustrializationEve Air Mobility (“Eve”) announced today that Antonio João Carmesini Barcellos, current Chairman of the Board and General Director of Embraer Portugal, will be the company's new Vice President of Industrialization.
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February 5, 2024
Global Jet Capital Marks a Decade with $4 billion in Aircraft FinancingGlobal Jet Capital (GJC) recently surpassed $4 billion in aircraft financing originations to users of new and pre-owned aircraft. This major milestone coincides with the company's commemoration of a decade in business and affirms GJC's unwavering commitment to providing a distinctive, customer-centric financing experience.
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February 5, 2024
DRDO carries out successful flight trials of High-speed Expendable Aerial Target 'ABHYAS' from Integrated Test Range, ChandipurFour flight trials of High-speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) - ABHYAS were successfully carried out by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur in Odisha during January 30 to February 2, 2024.
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February 5, 2024
GA-ASI Demonstrates A2E Concept with AFSOCDuring a series of demonstrations in December 2023, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the US Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) worked collaboratively to execute several capability demonstrations as part of the Adaptive Airborne Enterprise (A2E) concept development.
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February 5, 2024
Saudia Technic and Embraer Services & Support sign MoU to start maintenance and training collaboration
Saudia Technic and Embraer Services & Support signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today, commencing collaboration involving maintenance and training capabilities.
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February 2, 2024
Embraer highlights its growing Asia Pacific presence at the Singapore AirshowEmbraer will display its defense & security, commercial aviation, business aviation and urban air mobility solutions at the Singapore Airshow 2024, taking place from 20 - 25 February 2024.
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January 30, 2024
Embraer begins GIFT training program for aviation mechanics in Sorocaba, BrazilEmbraer has launched its inaugural class of the GIFT (Guiding and Inspiring Future Technicians) program, a course developed to train new aviation mechanics in Sorocaba, Brazil.
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January 30, 2024
Embraer deliveries increased 13% in 2023 and backlog reached US$18.7 billion, a US$1.2 billion growthEmbraer delivered 75 aircraft in 4Q23, with 49 executive jets (30 light and 19 medium), 25 commercial jets and 1 military C-390 jet.
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January 29, 2024
Eve Names Suppliers for eVTOL Sensors, Guidance and Navigation, Seats and Flight ControlsEve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has named four additional suppliers for its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
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January 26, 2024
Akasa Air orders more than 300 LEAP-1B enginesIn 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.
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January 25, 2024
GA-ASI's Gray Eagle 25M Makes Its First FlightGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted the first flight of the Gray Eagle 25M (GE-25M) Unmanned Aircraft System at its El Mirage, Calif. flight facility on December 5, 2023.
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January 25, 2024
Azorra delivers first two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to Royal Jordanian AirlinesAzorra 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.
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January 25, 2024
Hainan Airlines chooses SATS for cargo handling in Saudi ArabiaHainan 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.
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January 24, 2024
Bombardier Unveils University of Victoria as First Announced Academic Partnership in the Pan-Canadian EcoJet Research ProjectBombardier today unveiled the first of many academic collaborations on its trailblazing pan-Canadian and sustainability-focused EcoJet Research Project.
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January 24, 2024
easyJet orders CFM LEAP-1A engines to power new fleet of A320neo family aircraftLeading 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.
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January 24, 2024
Exercise Desert KnightOn January 23, 2024, the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted Exercise Desert Knight along with French Air and Space Force (FASF) and United Arab Emirates (UAE) Air Force.
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January 23, 2024
Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) Programme at Wings India 2024Boeing conducts BUILD regional finals for the T-Hub Hyderabad incubation center at the airshow
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January 22, 2024
Lockheed Martin Delivers First C-130J-30 Super Hercules to the Georgia Air National Guard165th Airlift Wing to receive a total of eight Super Hercules tactical airlifters
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January 22, 2024
Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approves ATR's decarbonisation targetsWorld's number one regional aircraft manufacturer ATR today announced it has received the approval of its near-term emissions reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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January 22, 2024
Pilatus to Take Over the 230 Employees and Machinery of RUAG Aerostructures Schweiz AGFrom the second quarter of 2024, Pilatus will gradually take over RUAG Aerostructures Schweiz AG's entire workforce of around 230 employees, as well as all its machinery.
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January 22, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada unveils high voltage bidirectional mobile charging unit for hybrid-electric flight demonstratorCharger sets a new standard for supporting high voltage systems
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January 19, 2024
Prime Minister Modi Announce Landmark Boeing Initiatives to Advance the Future of Aviation in IndiaPrime Minister of India Narendra Modi dedicated two landmark Boeing initiatives that promise to significantly advance India's aerospace and defence industry.
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January 19, 2024
Pioneer Flying Academy Strengthens Fleet with Acquisition of 13 Aircraft from Kasstech Aerospace Pvt LtdPioneer Flying Academy, a premier flying training institution based in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, is set to revolutionize its aviation training capabilities through a strategic move.
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January 18, 2024
Union Minister for Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurates Asia's largest Aviation Expo-Wings India 2024The largest event in the Civil Aviation sector in Asia, the mesmerizing four-day “Wings India 24” extravaganza kickstarted in Hyderabad today.
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January 18, 2024
MEHAIR Places Order for 20 ZeroAvia ZA600 Hydrogen-Electric EnginesRegional operator targets retrofit of Cessna Caravan platform to drive clean flight
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January 18, 2024
Strategic Initiatives by Boeing to Advance Indian Aviation EcosystemBoeing has successfully executed pivotal strategic initiatives in India to advance the country's aviation ecosystem.
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January 17, 2024
Flying into Tomorrow: CIAL's Ambitious Projects and Sustainable InitiativesCochin International Airport soars beyond 10 million passengers with sustainability, innovation and ambitious expansion plans
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January 15, 2024
Boeing Inaugurates First India Distribution CenterBoeing'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
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January 12, 2024
Boeing 777-9 to Make India Debut at Wings India 2024Boeing's new widebody 777-9 jet will touch down in India for the first time, as the aerospace company brings the newest member of its market-leading widebody family to Wings India 2024 in Hyderabad.
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January 11, 2024
Cirrus Aircraft Redefines Personal Aviation with SR Series G7 Featuring Touchscreen Displays, New Safety Systems, Premium Travel Amenities and Connected Mobile AppCirrus Aircraft, the company that brought you the aircraft with the parachute and the Vision Jet that lands itself with the touch of a button...
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January 11, 2024
SKY express grows regional fleet with two additional ATR 72-600Leading Greek airline SKY express took delivery of an ATR 72-600 in December 2023, as part of a firm order for two brand new aircraft from the IOGR group.
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January 11, 2024
SpiceXpress Expands Domestic Cargo Network in Partnership with Star AirSpiceXpress, 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.
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January 10, 2024
Lockheed Martin Delivers First Two F-16 Block 70 Aircraft for SlovakiaLockheed Martin is proud to announce the successful delivery of the first two Slovakian F-16 Block 70 jets. These advanced aircraft represent not only a leap in technology but also a firm commitment to enhancing Slovakia's national security.
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January 10, 2024
ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East Completes Heavy Maintenance Check, Cabin Refurbishment On Global 6000
Dubai - ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East, a Dassault Aviation subsidiary, has completed work on a Global 6000 that included an extensive cabin interior refurbishment, installation of a new satcom system and an airframe heavy maintenance check.
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January 9, 2024
GA-ASI Uses Autonomy to Close F2T2EA Engagement ChainGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) demonstrated its rapidly maturing open standards-based autonomy ecosystem for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles (UCAVs) on an MQ-20 Avenger® as part of a live flight test on Nov. 2, 2023.
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January 8, 2024
Chief of the Air Staff visits DG NCC RDC Camp-2024Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) visited the NCC Republic Day (RD) Camp 2024 at Delhi Cantt today. On arrival, the Air Chief was received by the DG NCC, Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh.
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January 8, 2024
Northrop Grumman's Solid Rocket Boosters Help Power First Launch of ULA's Vulcan RocketTwo of Northrop Grumman Corporation's extended length, 63-inch-diameter Graphite Epoxy Motors (GEM 63XL) solid rocket boosters helped power the inaugural flight of United Launch Alliance's (ULA) Vulcan Rocket and the first certification (Cert-1) mission.
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January 4, 2024
Air Marshal Vibhas Pande Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief Maintenance Command visits Base Repair Depot Najafgarh Air ForceAir Marshal Vibhas Pande, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command along with Ruchira Pande, President Air Force Family Welfare Association Regional [AFFWA (R)] visited Base Repair Depot, Najafgarh from January 3-4, 2024.
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January 3, 2024
GA-ASI Completes First Lifetime for Full-Scale Fatigues Test on MQ-9BOn December 5, 2023, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) completed a major milestone with the full-scale fatigue testing of an MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
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January 1, 2024
Air Vice Marshal S Sivakumar took as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Headquarters Western Air Command, Indian Air ForceOn 1st January, 2024 Air Vice Marshal S Sivakumar took over as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration (SOA) of Headquarters Western Air Command, New Delhi.
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December 29, 2023
ModAir Aviation announces the induction of the FIFTH aircraftModAir 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.
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December 29, 2023
Defence Secretary inaugurates new design & test facility at HAL's Aero Engine Research & Development Centre in BengaluruDefence Secretary Giridhar Aramane inaugurated a new design and test facility at Aero Engine Research and Development Centre (AERDC) of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru, Karnataka on December 29, 2023.
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December 29, 2023
Air India Express expands operations in AyodhyaFollowing 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.
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December 29, 2023
Boeing-built X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle Embarks on Seventh MissionThe Boeing-built X-37B autonomous spaceplane launched yesterday aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, marking the beginning of its seventh mission.
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December 22, 2023
Bombardier Announces Firm Order for 12 Challenger 3500 JetsBombardier today announced that the company has received a firm order for 12 Challenger 3500 aircraft. The transaction for the firm order is valued at US$326.4 million based on list prices.
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December 22, 2023
Subroto Mukerjee Seminar conducted by CAPS on “India & the Global South: Challenges and Opportunities”The Centre for Air Power Studies conducted the 20th Subroto Mukerjee Seminar at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi today. The theme of the seminar was "India & the Global South: Challenges and Opportunities."
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December 22, 2023
Embraer signed a Follow On Support Agreement with Hellenic Air ForceThe contract is an integrated logistic support covering a full support services package for one ERJ-135LR and four ERJ-145 AEW&C aircraft
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December 21, 2023
Eve Air Mobility Receives ESG Financing Guarantee from Bradesco Bank in Long-Term FundingBradesco 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.
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December 21, 2023
Pilatus Enters Agreement to Acquire Pilatus Focused Aircraft Maintenance Business From Aero Centers Epps
Founded in 1965, Epps Aviation has been an Authorized Pilatus Sales and Service Center since 1996. Pilatus will assume responsibility for aircraft sales within this territory, and, after the deal closes, will incorporate the Pilatus maintenance operations (MRO) from 2024 and manage them independently from thereon.
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December 20, 2023
Tata Boeing Aerospace Delivers 250 AH-64 Apache Fuselages, Manufactured in IndiaTata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL) has delivered the 250th fuselage for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter from its state-of-the-art facility in Hyderabad.
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December 20, 2023
Eve Air Mobility's eVTOL Airworthiness Criteria Released for Public ConsultationEve Air Mobility (“Eve”) announces the release of its proposed airworthiness criteria for public consultation.
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December 20, 2023
Bombardier Celebrates Delivery of First Challenger 3500 Business Jet in Turkey to Long-Time Customer ArkasairBombardier today announced that long-time client Arkasair has added a Challenger 3500 business jet to its VIP Air Taxi and charter fleet, becoming the first customer of a Challenger 3500 aircraft in Turkey.
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December 20, 2023
Embraer doubles its service center capacity by expanding maintenance and customer support capabilities in the USAEmbraer is expanding with 3 additional MRO facilities in Texas, Ohio, and Florida
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December 19, 2023
Government of Canada Orders the MQ-9B SkyGuardian RPAS from GA-ASIThe Government of Canada has signed a contract to purchase a fleet of MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI).
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December 19, 2023
Lufthansa Group to Buy up to 100 737 MAX Jets in First Boeing Single-Aisle Order in Nearly 30 YearsBoeing 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.
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December 19, 2023
Embraer appoints Guilherme Paiva as Director of Investor RelationsEmbraer appointed Guilherme Paiva as the new Director of Investor Relations and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). A seasoned financial expert, Paiva has an extensive and successful history in the financial sector.
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December 19, 2023
Lockheed Martin Names New Officer for Treasurer Role and New Chief Financial Officer for Missiles and Fire ControlLockheed Martin announced that its board of directors has elected Maria Ricciardone as vice president, Treasurer and Investor Relations, effective January 1, 2024.
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December 18, 2023
Lockheed Martin, Verizon Demonstrate 5G Streaming for Sustainment ApplicationsLockheed Martin Skunk Works® and Verizon demonstrated 5G streaming for real-time visualization content on edge computing devices to advance Department of Defense (DOD) sustainment missions.
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December 18, 2023
Transavia France to begin flying the A320neo with support from AFI KLM E&MAFI KLM E&M and Transavia France continue their longstanding partnership with the signature of a new A320neo component support contract.
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December 18, 2023
Eve Air Mobility Hosts Customer Advisory BoardEve 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.
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December 18, 2023
Air Corsica harmonises its regional fleet with two additional ATR 72-600ATR, the world number one regional aircraft manufacturer, and Air Corsica, Corsica's leading air transport operator, have confirmed a firm order for two ATR 72-600 aircraft placed initially at the Paris Air Show.
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December 17, 2023
Defence Minister reviews Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, DundigalTo mark the successful culmination of training of 213 Flight Cadets of the flying and ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF), a Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal in Telangana on December 17, 2023.
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December 15, 2023
DRDO carries out successful flight trial of Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator, an indigenous high-speed flying-wing UAVIndia joins elite club of countries to have mastered the controls for flying wing technology in tailless configuration
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December 15, 2023
Boeing Appoints Key Senior LeadersBoeing announced Chris Raymond as president and chief executive officer of Boeing Global Services (BGS). Raymond will succeed Stephanie Pope, who was recently named Boeing chief operating officer. Brian Moran has been named Boeing's chief sustainability officer, succeeding Raymond.
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December 13, 2023
Deutsche Aircraft signs LOI for up to four brand–new D328eco™ aircraft with undisclosed customerDeutsche Aircraft have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with an undisclosed customer for the purchase of up to four state-of-the-art D328eco aircraft, which will replace an ageing turboprop fleet.
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December 12, 2023
Minister of Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya Scindia chairs Advisory Group Meeting of Small Aircrafts & Helicopter OperatorsThe Minister envisages a Helicopter and Small Aircraft Special Cell
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December 12, 2023
Western Air Command Commanders' Conference – 2023A two-day Commanders' Conference of Western Air Command (WAC) of the Indian Air Force was held on 11 and 12 December 2023 at New Delhi. Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) was the chief guest.
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December 12, 2023
Boeing, Avolon Agree on New Order for 40 737 MAX JetsBoeing 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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December 11, 2023
Boeing Secures Contract for Six MH-47G Block II Chinook HelicoptersThe US Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) has awarded Boeing a contract to produce six remanufactured MH-47G Block II aircraft as a part of the Army's modernization efforts.
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December 11, 2023
Missile Defense Agency, Boeing-Led Industry Team Conduct Early Release Intercept TestThe US Missile Defense Agency and a Boeing-led industry team successfully intercepted an intermediate-range ballistic missile in space during the latest test of the Ground-based Midcourse Defense, or GMD, system.
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December 11, 2023
Northrop Grumman Supports End-to-End Missile Defense DemonstrationNorthrop Grumman Corporation supported Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) test of the Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) system.
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December 11, 2023
Boeing Concludes Inaugural Pilot Roundtable for India and South AsiaPlatform to empower pilots, drive growth, and collaboration across the region
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December 11, 2023
95th Course NDA Celebrates Silver JubileeThe recently concluded passing out parade at National Defence Academy saw female cadets marching for the first time, and The President of India Draoupadi Murmu inspecting the parade, as NDA gears up for celebrating 75 years of its existence.
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December 11, 2023
Boeing Names Stephanie Pope Chief Operating OfficerBoeing today announced Stephanie Pope as executive vice president and chief operating officer of The Boeing Company. In this newly created position, effective January 1, 2024, Pope will report to Boeing President and Chief Executive Officer Dave Calhoun.
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December 10, 2023
Belgium and Lockheed Martin Celebrate Rollout of First F-35A for BelgiumLockheed Martin presented Belgium's first F-35A Lightning II to the Belgian government during a rollout ceremony at Lockheed Martin's F-35 production facility.
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December 8, 2023
Northrop Grumman Successfully Tests a New Solid Rocket Motor Developed in Less Than a YearNorthrop Grumman Corporation successfully conducted a full-scale static test fire of a new solid rocket motor that was developed in less than a year as part of its Solid Motor Annual Rocket Technology Demonstrator (SMART Demo).
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December 7, 2023
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada and Leonardo achieve first 100 per cent SAF flight with PT6C-67C-powered AW139 helicopter100 per cent SAF flight marks a historical first for the PT6 engine series
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December 7, 2023
RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada and Dassault Aviation celebrate the entry into service of the PW812D-powered Falcon 6X business jetThe PW800 is the most modern, efficient, quiet and environmentally responsible engine in its class
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December 7, 2023
CDS Inaugurates HAL's Avionics Expo 2023 in Delhi, Hails HAL's Commitment towards AtmanirbhartaChief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, inaugurated HAL's Avionics Expo-2023 in Delhi today. Speaking on the occasion, he said avionics is the backbone of any modern flying machine.