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Maintenance and Modifications

Airbus, ST Aero Launch New A320 P2F Program

Deal marks Airbus’s second attempt at an Airbus narrowbody freighter program.
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Aircraft

Airbus unveils E-Fan's “connected” cockpit

Main displays will be tablets, to be used for student pilot briefing and debriefing
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Sagem Pitches Patroller UAS To French Army

The self-funded system is based on a motor-glider, and first flew in 2008
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Regulations and Government

Indecision Renders European MALE UAV Virtually Impotent

Countries have not yet provided enough definition to allow the industrial team to proceed.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Thales Displays Counter-UAV Work

French research project is concentrating on malicious flying of mini- and micro-UAVs against sensitive government, industry and military sites.
Training and Workforce

TRU’s New Florida Training Center Wins FAA Nod

New center to offer training for the Cessna Citation CJ1/2/3-series business jets, but more models to be added.
Engines

Three Airlines Choose GE for Fuel-saving Service

EVA Airways, Swiss and Zhejiang Loong Airlines have signed contracts with GE Aviation’s Flight Efficiency Services.
Rotorcraft

Flir, Airbus Helicopters Join Forces for German Police

Flir to supply Star Safire 380-HD.
Aircraft

Optionally-piloted LHD Gains First Order

Company already has its first order and a pre-series batch of the aircraft is under construction.
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Aircraft

ATR Adds To Its Paris Sales Total

ATR took in 46 firm orders and 35 options worth about $2B at Paris Air Show.
Aircraft

Airbus gets 128 more neos on the board

Avianca has joined other airlines that have ordered Airbus neo narrowbodies at this year’s Paris show.
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky's Auto Rig Approach Gets EASA Nod

Operator praises safety, reliability of S-92 optional system

Textron’s Advanced Weapons Tailored for Today’s Operations

Textron Systems has developed two small precision glide weapons that answer some of the demands of today’s operational environment
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Aircraft

Boeing To Roll Out Max by Year-end

Boeing CEO Ray Conner also reported that the Max continues to meet all its performance expectations.
Engines

Engine Alliance Prepares GP7200 Upgrade Kit

The planned upgrade kit for the GP7200 will further improve mission fuel burn
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Engines

Engine Alliance Prepares GP7200 Upgrade Kit

The planned upgrade kit for the GP7200 will further improve mission fuel burn
Aircraft

Boeing To Roll Out Max by Year-end

Boeing CEO Ray Conner also reported that the Max continues to meet all its performance expectations.

Farnborough 2016 Looks To Be Strong Show

UK airshow is already 44 percent sold–a 20-percent increase over the same period in the previous show cycle.
Aircraft

Commuter Air Technology Offers Composite King Air Props

New composite propellers will improve the performance of King Airs.
Maintenance and Modifications

Integrating Spares Supplies is Key To Growth, Says Satair

Through its integrated services, Satair handles all aspects of spares management for operators and suppliers.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Boeing Showcases China Airlines 777 with Taiwan-style Interior

Cabin designer Ray Chen refers to “sophisticated minimalism.”
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Avionics

IAI Expands Heron TP Sensor Options

IAI’s high-definition M-19HD sensor turret it now compatible with the company’s Heron TP large UAV.
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Engines

Alcoa Expands Capabilities as OEM Needs Change

Alcoa is investing in new hot isostatic pressing equipment.

Rafael Unveils Long-range Derby Missile

Rafael has developed its Derby active-radar air-to-air missile with improved guidance and longer range.
Avionics

Elbit Enhances Safety with BrightNite

Elbit Systems has introduced a new system that provides pilots of utility helicopters with the same kind of DVE capability as attack helicopter crews.
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Maintenance and Modifications

GE, Lufthansa Sign MoU for New Engine Overhaul Venture

JV to service GEnx-2B and GE9X engines starting in 2018.
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Canada’s Research Arm Develops Vibration-reducing Seat for Helos

Repeated exposure to the vibrations experienced in helicopters brings health and safety risks.
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Accidents

Growing Aero Sekur Adds Helicopter Flotation System

The new flotation system is for AgustaWestland A139, AW169 and AW189 helicopters.
Aircraft

Boeing’s Commercial Programs On Time, SVP Fancher says

Deliveries of the 737 MAX, 787-10 and 777X are scheduled to begin in 2017, 2018 and 2020, respectively.
Safety

Airbus Helicopters AS350 Accidents Highlighted in TSB Report

After a series of ice ingestion accidents, Canada's Transportation Safety Board looks to initiate an inlet design review to prevent mishaps in winter.