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Pratt Canada Seals Deals to Power Chinese, Russian turboprops

The P&WC engine for AVIC's MA700 is is on track for certification by the end of 2019.

Chinese Transport Goes on Sale

China’s C-130J equivalent has been in service in China for some time, and is now available for export.

Boom Order Book Up To 76, CEO Says

Supersonic airliner, on track for 2023 debut, has five customers

Embraer Logs Further E-Jets Orders

The Brazilian manufacturer's commercial aircraft backlog now stands at about $3 billion.

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New Life for an Old Classic

Antonov and its Saudi partners have engaged leading U.S. and European suppliers to create a throroughly modern version of the An-32

Another Big Day of Business at Paris

Several billion dollars in sales as orders and commitments continue to flow

French Company Signs LOI For Lockheed Martin's Hybrid Airship

A second potential buyer for the innovative transporter has emerged, but there is still no firm order for the LMH-1

Typhoon Gears Up for Brimstone Firing

Eurofighter is shortly to begin firing tests with the MBDA Brimstone weapon, a key part of the process of transferring Tornado capability to the Typhoon

LM Boosts Hercules Program With Civil Order, New SOF Version

The LM-100J on display at Paris has a launch customer, and a new international version for special missions was also announced.

GKN Wages War On Waste With Additive Manufacturing

GKN Aerospace is partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy.

Airbus Adjusts A380 Maintenance Plan to Take Account of Aging

Airbus has found some slow-forming cracks in the A380 after fatigue testing.

Museum Prepares to Write a New Chapter in Aviation History

The Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace at Le Bourget is in the throes of a major renovation to be completed in 2019.

Air Power Conference and RIAT Draw Air Force Decision Makers

The RIAT show and Air Power Conference will be held in the UK in July.

Airstar Deploys Eagle Owl Over Le Bourget Show

A first time exhibitor at Paris this year, Airstar Aerospace specialized in balloons and airships for surveillance.

Farnborough International Innovates To Keep Show Relevant

Farnborough International organizers have invested in a substantial re-development of Hall 1 and other show amenities.

Dubai Airshow's Reach Now Extends Beyond the Middle East

The 2017 Dubai Airshow will include new features such as special emphasis on UAVs, safety and security, space and airport solutions.

Digitization Boosts Efficiency For Aerostructures Group Stelia

Airbus subsidiary Stelia Aerospace is about to complete the modernization of its factory in Méaulte, France.

Figeac's Growth Shows French Expertise Winning on World Stage

Figeac Aero, continues to achieve double-digit growth figures, as it expands its aerostructures manufacturing capability.

King Airs and Caravans Serve Special Mission Needs

Textron Aviation's line of special mission aircraft range from the Cessna 172 to its largest jets.

Landing Results: Test Milestones of the Mitsubishi Regional Jet

Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. has restructured the MRJ development program and built one of the best teams in the industry.

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