American Airlines will suspend service to Beijing Capital from Chicago O’Hare in October, amid a number of network changes this fall. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Spirit AeroSystems has agreed to acquire SRIF, the parent company of family-owned Belgian aerostructure specialist Asco Industries, for a cash sum of $650 million. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Japan has yet to reach a firm decision on the future size of its Kawasaki Heavy Industries P-1 maritime patrol aircraft fleet, or determine whether the surveillance asset could be exported to international buyers. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
The Indian government has stated that the winning bidder for Air India will receive complete freedom in managing the carrier. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Qantas has firmed options on six additional Boeing 787-9s and announced that it will retire its 747 fleet by 2020. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
The US military plans to order 1,400 to 1,600 Raytheon GBU-49 Enhanced Paveway bombs in the fourth quarter to distribute to certain foreign customers of the Lockheed Martin F-35, according to an acquisition notice released on 30 April. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a new airworthiness directive requiring airlines to inspect fan blades on more CFM International CFM56-7B engines. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Tigerair Australia flights may face disruption from 4-6 May as pilots take industrial action to resolve a deadlock over a pay dispute. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
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