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Press releaseNtsb recommendations to Faa on Airbus A300
Washington, Usa - Altitude and pressure gauges targeted
"The National Transportation Safety Board recommends that the Federal Aviation Administration: require that the cabin altimeter gauges on all Airbus Industrie A300 airplanes be modified to ensure that... more
Press releaseQantas expands into Sydney airport terminal 2
Sydney, Australia - On Tuesday 24 September
"Qantas today announced that it would commence QantasLink operations from Sydney Airport's Terminal 2, the former Ansett domestic terminal, on Tuesday 24 September. Executive General Manager Sales... more
Press releaseGlobal aviation security strategy in place to boost public confidence and health of air transport industry
Montreal, Canada - ICAO: "we must provide a climate in which the industry can assure its on-going vitality"
"In the year since the tragic events of 11 September 2001 in the United States of America, the world aviation community has initiated a wide range of measures to increase significantly aviation security... more
Press releaseOne year after September 11 events ICAO forecasts world air passenger traffic will exceed 2000 levels in 2003
Montreal, Canada - Over 3 100 billion PKPs in 2003 and 3 300 billion PKPs in 2004
"One year after the tragic events of 11 September 2001 in the United States of America, total scheduled passenger traffic of the world's airlines has stabilized following the sharp decline last year, with... more
Press releaseContinental Airlines reports August 2002 performance
Houston, Usa - Systemwide mainline jet load factor of 79.1 percent
"Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today reported an August 2002 systemwide mainline jet load factor of 79.1 percent, 1.0 point above last year's August load factor. For August 2002, Continental reported... more
Press releaseUnited Airlines Statement on Enhanced Recovery Plan
Chicago, Usa - Cost saving target of USD 2,5bn
"United Airlines confirmed today that it has met with representatives of its employee groups and informed them that, for purposes of its enhanced recovery plan, it has set a cost-savings target of $2.5... more
Press releaseAmerica West Reports Details of Flight 794
Phoenix, Usa - The National Transportation Safety Board has been notified
"America West Airlines reports the nose gear on an Airbus A320 aircraft collapsed during the latter stage of the landing roll-out at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport at approximately 6:45 p.m.... more
Press releaseDelta Connection(R) Offers Special Fares for New Atlantic City Jet Service
Cincinnati, Usa - Inaugural Fares Include 150 Delta Destinations Beginning Oct. 1; Double
"Delta Connection is offering customers special fares to celebrate the launch of daily jet service between Delta Air Lines' (NYSE: DAL) hub in Cincinnati and Atlantic City, N.J., beginning Oct. 1, 2002.... more
Press releaseAmerica West announces an Internet fare sale
Phoenix, Usa - For Labor Day travel
"You work hard for your money and shouldn't have to spend a lot of it to celebrate the Labor Day holiday. That's why America West Airlines (NYSE: AWA) is offering an Internet fare sale for travel over... more
Press releaseGo launches new routes from East Midlands
London, Uk - Adding flights to Barcelona and Venice
"Just three weeks after the merger of easyJet and Go, we're launching new services from East Midlands Airport. Go is adding daily flights to Barcelona and Venice to our 6 existing routes from East Midlands... more
Press releaseMidwest Express flight attendants rally and send off negotiators to 'Super Mediation'
Milwakee, Usa - Today from 1.30pm to 2.30pm
"Dozens of chanting Midwest Express flight attendants clad in bright green CHAOS(TM) T-shirts, members of the Association of Flight Attendants, AFL-CIO, will hold a rally on Aug. 26, beginning at 1:30... more
Press releaseQantas announces successful completion of institutional component of capital raising
Sydney, Australia - Approximately $600 million has been raised
"Qantas today announced that it had successfully completed the institutional component of its $800 million capital raising announced on 21 August 2002. Following a strong response from existing institutional... more
Press releaseQantas reports profits before tax of AUSD 631m
Sydney, Australia - Net Profit of AUSD 428m
"Qantas today announced a profit before tax of $631.0 million for the year ended 30 June 2002. Net profit was $428.0 million. The Directors declared a fully franked final dividend of 9 cents per share,... more
Press releaseDelta and Sports Express now offer a convenient door-to-door delivery option for oversized luggage and sports equipment
Atlanta, Usa - "Another way that Delta is reducing airport hassle"
"Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) now offers door-to-door pickup and delivery service to customers traveling with oversized luggage and sports equipment through a new relationship with Sports Express, a sports... more
Press releaseBoeing Begins F-22 Training Installation at Tyndall Air Force Base
Seattle, Usa - Full capability in early 2003
"Boeing [NYSE: BA] has begun installation of new F-22 Raptor training facilities at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. Training classrooms and equipment will be installed in stages, reaching full capability... more
Press releaseBoeing, DARPA Extend Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle Contract
Chicago, Usa - A USD 460m worth contract
"Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, or DARPA, have agreed to terms of a contract extension for the Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle, or UCAV, initiating work on advanced versions... more
Press releaseHelidays record breaker
Weston-Super-Mare, Uk - More than 24.000 visitors attended the arena area
"The 12th Weston Super HeliDays, held at Weston-Super-Mare in Somerset at the end of July, broke new records in attendance. More than 75 helicopters flew in for the three day show on the Weston Beach lawns,... more
Press releaseQantas statement on Qantas Sale Act
Sydney, Australia - In relation to the removal of foreign investments limits
"Qantas Chief Executive Officer Geoff Dixon said today that removal of foreign investment limits from the Qantas Sale Act would ensure Qantas remained globally competitive and enhance, not diminish, the... more
Press releaseContinental Airlines announces nonstop service between Charleston and Houston
Houston, Usa - Effective October 1, 2002
"Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today (August, 2, editor's note) announced that it will begin twice daily, nonstop service between Charleston, W.Va., and Houston Intercontinental Airport, effective Oct.... more
Press releaseRaytheon awarded USD117,7m standard missile production contract
Tucson, Usa - From the US Navy
"Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has been awarded a $117.7 million contract from the U.S. Navy for STANDARD Missile-2 fiscal year 2002 production. Under the firm fixed-price contract, Raytheon will deliver... more
Press releaseEasyJet and Go create Europe's number one low-cost airline
London, Uk - "We're committed to creating the best low-cost airline possible"
"From today, easyJet and Go will merge to create Europe's Number One low-cost airline. The formal details of the £374 million transaction have been completed and the airlines will now work towards operating... more
Press releaseNational Guard and reserve mobilized as of July 31
"Washington, Usa - The net collective result is 834 fewer reservists than last week
"This week the Army announces an increase of reservists on active duty in support of the partial mobilization, while the Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force each announce decreases. The net collective result... more
Press releaseFAI NEWS: outstanding new performances in air sports
Lausanne, Switzerland - Dominated by eastern Europe
"Following our Press Release of 26 July 2002, FAI publishes the results of international competitions in the sports of Gliding and Precision Flying. We also draw your attention to a new World Record in... more
Press releaseGoodrich selected by British Airways for video surveillance
Charlotte, Usa - Award adds Boeing 767 and 777 to Goodrich retrofit list
"Goodrich Corporation (NYSE: GR) announced today that it has been selected by British Airways to provide cockpit door video surveillance systems for its long-range aircraft. This includes the airline's... more
Press releaseContinental Airlines announces nonstop service between Daytona Beach and New York/Newark
Houston, Usa - Beginning Dec. 12, 2002
"Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today (July 29, editor's note) announced that it will begin twice daily, nonstop service from Daytona Beach, Fla., to its hub at Newark International Airport, beginning... more
Press releaseQantas Airlines adds international flights
Sydney, Australia - From 27 October to New Zealand and Europe
"Qantas announced today it would increase services to New Zealand and Europe from 27 October. Qantas Executive General Manager Sales and Marketing John Borghetti said the airline would: boost Sydney-Auckland... more
Press releaseContinental Airlines simplifies fare structure
Houston, Usa - By moving fuel surcharge Into base fares
"Effective immediately, Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) removed the "fuel surcharge" from all fares in the U.S. domestic and trans-border Canadian markets while increasing the applicable fares by $40... more
Press releaseGandalf will fly to Romania
Orio al Serio, Italy - Starting from August 26
"Gandalf Airlines, the Bergamo-based airline, announces that it will link Trieste airport "Ronchi dei Legionari" to Bucharest and Timisoara starting from August 26. A Dornier 328 will operate daily the... more
Press releaseFarnborough 2002: (2) companies and joint ventures of the Finmeccanica group
Rome, Italy - From today to Sunday
"The fact that the Finmeccanica companies and joint ventures are taking part in the Farnborough Air Show clearly indicates how the aerospace sector has come to the fore as a major factor in promoting the... more
Press releaseFinmeccanica at Farnborough 2002
Rome, Italy - To join aerospace and defence "leaders"
"Finmeccanica will be exhibiting at the Farnborough Airshow as one of the major players in the aerospace industry. The event, now in its 54th year, starts today 22nd July and is one of the most important... more
Press releaseQantas announces fleet purchases
Sydney, Australia - Four Boeing 737-800 with option for other four
"Qantas announced it would purchase four new Boeing 737-800 aircraft and take options for an additional four. Qantas Chief Executive Officer Geoff Dixon said the Qantas Board approved the fleet purchases... more
Press releaseThe city of Dayton, Ohio and the aerospace industry count down to the premier global event
Reston, USA - For the centennial of flight
"Next July the aerospace industry and the world will convene in Dayton, Ohio to celebrate the Wright brothers’ first powered flight and the century of achievement that has followed – as well as lay the... more
Press releaseDatamat-Vitrociset consortium in defence logistics management
Rome, Italy - S2LOG, a new Italian industrial pole, is born
"Datamat and Vitrociset announce the formation of the S2LOG Consortium for the supply of services and systems for Defence Logistics Management. The new consortium is positioned to make the most of the... more
Press releaseBombardier presents wide range of innovative aircraft at Farnborough Air Show
Montreal, Canada - "We continue to seek opportunities to develop innovative products and services to support our customers"
"Bombardier Aerospace lands at the 2002 Farnborough Air Show next week with a total of 10 aircraft on static display and representation from its Business Aircraft, Regional Aircraft and Defence Services... more
Press releaseFinmeccanica to join aerospace and defence "leaders"
Rome, Italy - At Farnborough 2002
"Finmeccanica will be present in great style at the Farnborough Air Show (22-28 July), one of the most important air shows in the world, now in its 54th year. Finmeccanica is taking part in a big way:... more
Press releaseAt Farnborough International Air Show, Raytheon focuses on customer success
Farnborough, Uk - Company will use exhibits, briefings to highlight 'Technologies to protect our world'
"Raytheon Company, among the world's premier defense electronics and aerospace companies, will reinforce its commitment to customer satisfaction and program excellence during this year's Farnborough International... more
Press releaseAMR reports second quarter loss of USD 465m before a special item
Washington, Usa - "Average fares are at 15-year lows"
"AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines, Inc., today reported a second quarter net loss of $465 million before a special item, or $3.00 per share. This compares with a net loss of $105... more
Press releaseExpressJet Holdings reports second quarter earnings of $20.5 Million
Houston, Usa - An increase of 62 percent over the prior-year period
"ExpressJet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: XJT) today reported second quarter net income of $20.5 million, an increase of 62 percent over the prior-year period. The net income represents $0.33 diluted earnings... more
Press releaseContinental Airlines reports second quarter loss
Houston, Usa - Of USD 35m
"Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today reported a second quarter net loss of $35 million ($0.55 diluted loss per share) excluding a previously announced fleet charge and write down of its government... more
Press releaseConcorde special fares from British Airways
London, Uk - Unique leisure opportunity without lots of restrictions
"For the leisure traveler looking for a the ultimate travel experience, significantly reduced Concorde fares between New York and London are being introduced by British Airways. Seats are available at... more
Press releaseContinental Airlines announces daily nonstop Northwest Arkansas service to Houston
Houston, Usa - As of October 1
"Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today (last July 15, editor's note) announced that it will introduce the only nonstop service between Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport and Houston when it launches... more
Press releaseCommitted to the community: Bombardier welcomes World Youth Day to its Toronto Site
Toronto, Canada - Since last April, Bombardier has provided WYD organizers access to its site
"Bombardier Aerospace welcomes the participants of World Youth Day (WYD) to its Toronto Site later this month. Hundreds of thousands of participants are expected to attend the WYD 2002 ceremonies to be... more
Press releaseEads Casa obtains the first quality certification in the aerospace sector in continental Europe
Madrid, Spain - In accordance with international standard
"Following its commitment with quality and in line with its historical tradition of striving for excellence, Eads Casa has been the first in Europe to obtain a certificate for its Quality Management System,... more
Press releaseNTSB: Transportation fatalities rose slightly in 2001
Washington, Usa - 9/11 events main factor
"Transportation fatalities in the United States last year increased 0.6 percent over the total for 2000, according to preliminary figures released today by the National Transportation Safety Board. For... more
Press releaseGoodrich adds two more contracts to A380 wins
Charlotte, Usa - Goodrich to supply rear secondary structures and exterior lighting to Airbus for the super-jumbo aircraft
"Airbus has selected Goodrich Corporation to supply the Rear Secondary Structure for the Airbus A380 super-jumbo aircraft. Composed of Goodrich's graphite epoxy honeycomb sandwich materials, the A380 Rear... more
Press releaseDOD, Turkey sign Joint Strike Fighter agreement
Washington, Usa - For USD 175m investment
"Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Edward C. "Pete" Aldridge met today with Under Secretary for Defense Industries Ali Ercan of the Turkish Ministry of Defense to sign... more
Press releaseBoeing realigns defense, intelligence and space businesses
Chicago, Usa - A USD 23bn unit
"Boeing (NYSE: BA) announced the creation of Integrated Defense Systems, a $23 billion business merging the company's total space, defense, government, intelligence and communications capabilities into... more
Press releaseContinental announces daily, nonstop service between New York/Newark and Santiago, Dominican Republic
Houston, Usa - To become effective from November 1, 2002
"Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today announced plans to begin nonstop service between Newark International Airport and Santiago in the Dominican Republic. Daily service will begin in November 1, 2002,... more
Press releaseVirgin Express announces expansion to German base
Brussels, Belgium -
"In line with its stated intention to expand its operations Virgin Express, the low fare European airline, announces that it will commence flights from Köln-Bonn airport in December 2002. It has secured... more
Press releaseAirbus Training Centre celebrates its 100,000th trainee
Toulouse, France - Where it offers a broad range of customised, interactive courses
"The Airbus training centre in Toulouse celebrated a milestone last July 5 as it welcomed its 100,000th trainee. To mark the event, Airbus Executive Vice President Customer Services Patrick Gavin and Senior... more