Civil aviation

From the A320 to A380: Iran Air selects the full Airbus jetliner portfolio for its fleet modernisation

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Iran Air’s agreement to acquire aircraft from all of Airbus’ in-production jetliner families will provide this Iranian flag carrier with a modern, highly efficient fleet capable of meeting its full air transport needs – from regional routes to high-density, long-haul operations. Signed today in Paris, the agreement for 118 new aircraft spans from Airbus’ single-aisle … Dowiedz się więcej

Search and Rescue boost as new capability comes online

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Search and rescue capabilities for Australia are being bolstered by a $640 million service contract over 12 years for new technology and aircraft. This investment will provide essential eyes in the sky for people in distress, with the replacement aircraft based in Perth, Cairns and Essendon. Australia’s search and rescue capabilities are being bolstered by … Dowiedz się więcej

Dragonair to be rebranded as Cathay Dragon

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The Cathay Pacific Group today (28.01) announced a new era of growth and opportunity for its two airlines. Cathay Pacific’s wholly owned sister airline Dragonair is to be rebranded as Cathay Dragon. The two will remain as separate airlines, operating under their own licences. By more closely aligning the two brands, this rebranding will capitalise … Dowiedz się więcej

Auckland Airport celebrates 50 years

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Today, 29 January 2016, Auckland Airport celebrates the 50th anniversary of its official opening. Adrian Littlewood, Auckland Airport’s chief executive, says, “50 years is a long time and an important milestone worthy of celebration.” “New Zealand was very different back in 1966. It was a country still finding its own independence, shifting its primary focus … Dowiedz się więcej

NATS Appoints Lockheed Martin as Systems Integration Partner

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Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) has been appointed by NATS to support the UK air traffic management company’s technology transformation programme over the coming years as their systems integration partner. The programme will enhance NATS’ capabilities to provide efficient and resilient services to their airline and airport customers. It will support the introduction of a more efficient … Dowiedz się więcej

Boeing, Xiamen Airlines Celebrate Milestone 8,888th 737 Delivery

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Boeing [NYSE: BA] today delivered the 8,888th 737 to come off the production line to Xiamen Airlines. The airplane, a Next-Generation 737-800, features a special livery commemorating the airplane’s significance. Just as seven is considered a lucky number for Boeing, eight is considered to be a fortunate number in Chinese culture because it sounds similar … Dowiedz się więcej