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IndustryFinmeccanica and Mubadala create industrial partnership
Rome, Italy - Abu Dhabi-based Aerospace Composites plant takes next step in development
"Finmeccanica, the Italian leading aerospace, defence and security company, and Mubadala Development Company (Mubadala), an Abu Dhabi-based business development and investment company, today announced... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (4): Alenia North America Inc.
Waco, Usa - The US society is also a shareholder in several joint-venture companies located in the US
"Alenia North America is a subsidiary of Alenia Aeronautica and part of the Finmeccanica Group. Its mission is to further expand the industrial and commercial presence of the Alenia Group in North America.... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (2). The C-27J: the most successful tactical transport aircraft in the world
Waco, Usa - Orders for 121 units from 8 Air Forces
"The C-27J Spartan - the only one of its category specifically designed as tactical transport aircraft - is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft with state-of-the-art technology in the field of avionics,... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: first C-27J delivered to the US Armed Forces in Waco, Texas
Waco, Usa - This 2.04 billion dollar contract for the tactical transport aircraft is the greatest export success ever for an airplane designed and manufactured in Italy
"Finmeccanica, its subsidiaries Alenia Aeronautica and Alenia North America, and its US partner L-3 have delivered the first of the 78 C-27Js Spartan ordered last year within the Joint Cargo Aircraft (JCA)... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (3): committed to deliver innovative solutions
Waco, Usa - It's partner and long-held relationships with the main world aerospace groups
"With over 90 years of history and successes, Alenia Aeronautica is the Italian leader in the aeronautic sector and a major international player in the aerospace industry. Alenia Aeronautica is known for... more
IndustryAirbus challenges students to shape the world of aviation
Toulouse, France - The industry launches an international competition 'Fly your ideas"
"Airbus is launching an international competition 'Fly Your Ideas' for student teams worldwide to come up with innovative ideas to shape the future of aviation and help to enhance the sector's eco-efficiency.... more
IndustryBoeing-union: talks adjourned without to reach an agreement
Seattle, Usa - No new talks are currently scheduled
"Boeing issued the following statement after a second round of mediated talks with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers adjourned without an agreement: 'In light of the... more
IndustryAlenia Aermacchi: competition "Let's name the M-346"
Varese, Italy - A great name for a great future
Alenia Aermacchi, a Finmeccanica company, is launching a competition to name its new M-346 aircraft. The M-346 is the only new generation advanced/lead-in fighter trainer currently available in Europe.... more
IndustrySuperJet International certified as Flight Training Organization for crew of Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft
Venice, Italy - From Italian ENAC, the Aeronautical Civil Authority
"SuperJet International, an Alenia Aeronautica and Sukhoi Company, has officially received from ENAC (Italian Aeronautical Civil Authority) the 'FTO' (Flight Training Organization) approval, certificate... more
IndustryLockheed Martin receives contract from Qatar
Marietta, Usa - For four C-130J Super Hercules aircraft
"The State of Qatar has signed a USD 393.6 million contract with Lockheed Martin for the purchase of four C-130J Super Hercules airlifters plus training and spares with deliveries to begin in 2011. Qatar's... more
IndustryAlenia Aermacchi (2): background of MB-339CD
Venegono, Italy - It's an aerobatic airplane, used by the Italian PAN "Frecce Tricolori"
"The MB-339CD “Batch 2” is a two-seat, aerobatic, single-engine turbojet aircraft for the Advanced and Lead-In-Fighter Training phases of the military pilot training syllabus. With its performance, exc... more
IndustryAlenia Aermacchi: the first MB-339CD for the Italian Air Force takes to the air in the new configuration
Venegono, Italy - It's the first of 14 airplanes covered by the agreement
"In late September Alenia Aermacchi test flew the first MB-339CD upgraded to Batch 2 standard. Over the following days the aircraft completed its company test flights and is now ready to be submitted to... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica for the “Green” aircraft of the future (3): the role by the industry in "Clean Sky"
Caserta, Italy - The objectives are ambitious
"Alenia Aeronautica – today world leader in the regional aircraft segment with its turboprop ATR family, developed and produced together with EADS, and with its participation in SCAC, the Italian-Russian c... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica for the “Green” aircraft of the future (2): the project "Green Regional Aircraft"
Caserta, Italy - The plan launched in February in Brussels
"The Clean Sky JTI (Joint Technology Initiative) is the project promoted by the European Commission, where also Alenia Aeronautica is involved. The project has the target of studying the configuration... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: launch of the technical activities for the “Green” aircraft of the future
Caserta, Italy - The new eco-compatible regional aircraft could enter into service before 2020
"Today sees the start of the technical activities on the new technologies for the passengers transport aircraft of the future: the 'Green Regional Aircraft', a project led by Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica... more
IndustryGulfstream introduces Gulfstream G-250
Savannah, US - Super mid-size business jet offers largest cabin and longest range in its class
"Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, announced the introduction of its newest super mid-size business jet: the Gulfstream G-250. The aircraft can travel 3,400 nautical... more
IndustryAvianca takes delivery of its first Airbus A-330/200 airplane
Paris, France - Part of complete fleet renewal
The Colombian flag carrier Avianca took delivery of its first Airbus A-330/200. This A-330 is the first of ten aircraft of this type to be delivered to the prestigious airline. This aircraft is part of... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronavali suffers delay for 767/200 SF airplane due to the Boeing workers strike
Venice, Italy - A programme that continues to disappointed expectations
The first Boeing 767/200 Special Freighter of Alenia Aeronavali stays put in Seattle waiting for the certification, due to the strike to the last of Boeing workers. The airplane was consigned to the... more
IndustryBoeing and the airlines together to accelerate development of avio biofuels
Seattle, Usa - Environmental groups applaud effort for the research of alternative solutions
"Boeing has, with leading air carriers and Honeywell's UOP, a refining technology developer, established a group to accelerate the development and commercialization of sustainable new aviation fuels. With... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: L-3 Presents First Joint Cargo Aircraft to U.S. Army and Air Force
New York, Usa - A formal ceremony marking the first aircraft delivery will take place in October in Texas
"L-3 Communications, prime contractor for the U.S. Army and Air Force Joint Cargo Aircraft (JCA) program, announced yesterday that it has presented the first C-27J JCA to the joint program office on schedule... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (2): C-27J "Spartan"
Rome, Italy - The aircraft has been chosen by different Armed Forces, among them the Italian one
"The C-27J Spartan, the only true new generation medium military airlifter, is a twin engine turboprop tactical transport aircraft with state-of-the-art technology, avionics, propulsion and systems; it... more
IndustryThe PIP solution by Boeing to increase British Airways' efficiency
Madrid, Spain - An Environmental Gain
"Boeing will provide a Performance Improvement Package for British Airways' 777 fleet that will result in a one percent fuel efficiency gain, along with the emission reductions that come with reduced fuel... more
IndustryLockheed Martin and Alenia Aeronautica sign contract for initial production of F-35 wings
Rome, Italy - For a total value of over USD 15 million
"Lockheed Martin and Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica company, have signed today the first contract starting Alenia Aeronautica’s production of the wings for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. The c... more
IndustrySpectraTime awarded EUR 4m contract to supply Rubidium Space clocks
Neuchâtel, Switzerland - To the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System
"SpectraTime, a company of the Orolia group, announced the award of a contract valued at approximately €4 million to supply Rubidium Space Clocks to the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (... more
IndustryBoeing: PIP's adoption by the European carriers reduces environmental impact
Madrid, Spain - Small changes, big fuel savings
"Since the beginning of 2008, seven airlines adopted The Boeing Company's new Performance Improvement Package (PIP) for their 777 fleets. The Performance Improvement Package, scheduled for an April 2009... more
IndustryFirst participation by Piaggio Aero at "Jet Expo", the international business aviation exhibition of Russian Federation
Genoa, Italy - The third edition held in Moscow in the last days
"Piaggio Aero P-180 Avanti II has been displayed at the third edition of 'JET EXPO 2008' the International Business Aviation Exhibition, held at Vnukovo 3 Airport and Crocus City Convention Centre, Moskow,... more
IndustryPratt & Whitney Canada establishes new parts distribution centre in Sydney, in Australia
Longueuil, Canada - To speed delivery times to customers in this region
"Pratt & Whitney Canada has established a new parts distribution centre (PDC) in Sydney, Australia to speed delivery times to customers in the Australia and New Zealand regions. P&WC's new PDC in Australia... more
IndustryAirbus: delivered first A-380 to Qantas
Toulouse, France - The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce's engines
"Australia’s flagship airline, Qantas, has received the first of 20 Airbus A-380s on order, at a ceremony in Toulouse, France. The Rolls-Royce powered aircraft was handed over to Qantas Chief Executive O... more
IndustryEmbraer: sale of the first 195 jet to Montenegro Airlines
São José dos Campos, Brazil - The Eastern European airline already operates a model under a leasing contract
"Embraer announced the sale of the first EMBRAER 195 jet to Montenegro Airlines. The agreement with the airline from the Republic of Montenegro also includes purchase rights for two more aircraft of the... more
IndustryF-35 on the promise to redefine national strategic capabilities
Washington, Usa - Originally conceived ideal of a tri-service combat aircraft
"A Lockheed Martin Joint Strike Fighter executive said that the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II is living up to the originally conceived ideal of a tri-service combat aircraft that leverages stealth... more
IndustryAirbus: Air Caraibes launches the A-350/1000 airplane in Europe
Toulouse, France - The carrier has signed a MoU for three models
"French Caribbean carrier, Air Caraïbes, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for three A-350/1000 aircraft, and is with this purchase decision becoming the European launch customer for the largest... more
IndustryAirbus reaches agreement with GKN
Toulouse, France - For the cession of installations in Filton, Great Britain
"Airbus and GKN have signed an agreement for the cession of installations, for construction and assembly of wing's components in Airbus' facility, in Filton, Great Britain. The activities, on the base... more
IndustryEurofighter Typhoon: type acceptance for Tranche 2
Hallbergmoos, Germany - The main difference is the new suite of computers
"Following the successful flight tests and the full delivery of the associated documentation, Type Acceptance for Block 8 (Tranche 2) Eurofighter Typhoon weapon systems has been agreed between Eurofighter... more
IndustryBoeing completes acquisition of Insitu
St. Louis, USA - Together for the ScanEagle project
The Boeing Company has completed its acquisition of Insitu Inc., a pioneer in the unmanned air systems (UAS) market and leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-performance, low-cost UAS... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica unveils its new Test Centre in Turin-Caselle
Turin, Italy - The ceremony has taken place today
"Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica company, has inaugurated today in Turin-Caselle the new Ground Test Centre dedicated to testing and qualification of commercial and military aircraft. The ceremony has... more
IndustryAirbus announces the "Power8+"
Toulouse, France - It's the integration to the "Power8" programme
"Airbus has presented today to its 'European Work Council' (ECA) the 'Power8+' programme. It is designed to deliver cost savings of € 650 m in 2012, adding to the 'Power8' target of € 2.1 bn for 201... more
IndustryBoeing: renegotiations fails; strike called
Seattle, Usa - For nearly 27,000 employees
"Boeing issued the following statement after mediated talks with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers concluded Friday without reaching agreement on a new collective bargaining... more
IndustryEmbraer delivered first 170 model aircraft to Régional
São José dos Campos, Brazil - Air France subsidiary has nine airplanes on firm order
"Embraer delivered the first 170 model aircraft to Régional – Compagnie Aérienne Européenne, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Air France Group. This is the first of a total of nine firm orders it has... more
IndustrySaga Airlines orders two Boeing Next-Generation 737-800s
London, United Kingdom - Valued at USD 149 million at current list prices
"The Boeing Company and Saga Airlines announced that the airline has ordered two Boeing 737-800s with Blended Winglets. Saga Airlines has also secured two purchase rights for the same model. This order... more
IndustryCIT Aerospace orders ten more Airbus
Toulouse, France - Bringing the order to 199 units
"CIT Group Inc, a leading global commercial finance company, has signed a firm contract with Airbus for a further ten A-320 Family aircraft. With this order, the total number of aircraft in the Airbus... more
IndustryBoeing: purchase agreement by Gulf Air
Seattle, Usa - The carrier will have a total of 24 models on order
"The Boeing Company is honored by the recent visit of His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Crown Prince of Bahrain, and is pleased to have signed a letter of intent with Bahrain's national... more
IndustryEmbraer: delivered first 190 jet to China's Kunpeng Airlines
São José dos Campos, Brazil - The industry has delivered the first one also to TACA Airlines
"Embraer delivered the first of five 190 jets to China’s Kunpeng Airlines Co. Ltd., one of the largest operators on the Chinese regional aviation market. In July 2008, during the '46th Farnborough Airshow' (... more
IndustryBoeing delivered two 777 models to Emirates
Seattle, Usa - First Middle East carrier to receive two variants on the same day
"Boeing and Dubai-based airline Emirates celebrated the delivery of a 777-300ER (Extended Range) and a 777-200LR (Longer Range), marking the first double 777 delivery to a Middle East airline. Representatives... more
IndustryBoeing delivered two 737-800s to Brazil's Varig Airlines
Seattle, Usa - The airplanes designed for short runways such as in Rio de Janeiro
"Boeing delivered two 737-800s to Brazil's Varig Airlines. The jetliners, sporting a bright new livery, then departed from Boeing Field to Sao Paulo. Varig's new livery features a unique starburst design... more
IndustryMASwings and Firefly take delivery of new ATR-72/500s
Toulouse, France - During a ceremony held today
"Malaysia Airlines’ subsidiaries MASwings and Firefly, and ATR, celebrated today the delivery of the first ATR-72/500s of MASwings and the second ATR-72/500 of Firefly in a joint ceremony held at the A... more
IndustryBoeing, EgyptAir announce 777 fleet enhancement
Seattle, Usa - The carrier celebrated its induction as the 21st member of Star Alliance last July 11
"Boeing and EgyptAir announced an order for two 777-300ER (Extended Range) jetliners as part of the airline's twin-aisle fleet upgrade for its long-haul service. The order, which is worth USD 529 million... more
IndustryBoeing, US Navy offer Super Hornet for Denmark fighter competition
St. Louis, Usa - The initial requirement is for 48 aircraft
"Boeing and the U.S. Navy delivered a proposal offering the advanced F/A-18E/F Super Hornet to the Royal Danish Air Force as part of Denmark's New Combat Aircraft competition. The industry received... more
IndustrySAAB: The Netherlands shows interest in Gripen
Linkoping, Sweden - For 85 Next Generation aircraft
"Saab responded to the F-16 Replacement Questionnaire issued by the Dutch Ministry of Defence, offering 85 Gripen NG (Next Generation) aircraft to the Royal Netherlands Air Force. The Saab response... more
IndustryEmbraer and Aeroméxico Connect sign service contract
São José dos Campos, Brazil - Mexican airline becomes Embraer’s largest customer under this program in Latin America
Embraer and Aeroméxico Connect signed a longterm "Parts Pool Program" services contract to support their growing fleet of ERJ-145 and EMBRAER 190 jets. With this agreement, the company becomes Embraer’s la... more
IndustryBoeing-Seal Dynamics contract
Seattle, Usa - Innovative Supply-Chain Solution
"Boeing and Seal Dynamics, an integrated provider of engineering and logistics solutions, have signed an agreement that will help airlines significantly reduce their maintenance costs. This partnership... more