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IAG Relaunches Plan to Acquire Spain's Air Europa

The European airline group's move appears to be part of a new wave of consolidation in the industry that will be subject to regulatory scrutiny.

February 24, 2023

Air Europa and Iberia are Spanish airlines.

Delivery Delays Pose Fleet Capacity Challenges for Qantas

The Australian flag carrier has had to source second-hand and leased aircraft while it awaits delayed new airliner deliveries from Airbus.

February 23, 2023

Qantas Airbus A350-1000 on taxiway near Qantas hangar facilities while on demonstration tour

SriLankan Airlines Chases Foreign Income with Route Reboot

The state-owned carrier may once again be partly privatized as the Sri Lankan government deals with fallout from a financial crisis.

February 22, 2023

SriLankan Airlines Airbus A330.

China's Haite MRO Joins A321 Freighter Conversion Network

Under an agreement with Elbe Flugzeugwerke, the first A321 passenger-to-freighter conversion project will start at the Tianjin facility later this year.

February 22, 2023

An Airbus A321P2F aircraft during a test flight.

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South Korean Industry Flies First Two-seat KF-21 Boramae Fighter

The first two-seater version of the Korean fighter to fly is the fourth of six developmental aircraft.

February 21, 2023

KF-21 Boramae fighter

Indonesian Officials Seek Release of Captured Airline Pilot

Papuan independence rebels have threatened to kill Susi Air pilot Philip Merthens if Indonesia will not recognize the territory's independence.

February 21, 2023

Susi Air pilot Philip Mehrtens stands amongst Papua rebels who kidnapped him

Hindustan Aeronautics Unveils Lead-in Fighter Trainer Project

India’s primary aircraft manufacturer is proposing a highly capable advanced trainer with the potential to be re-roled for operational duties.

February 20, 2023

HAL HLFT-42

Safran Tests 'More Electric' Turboprop

The Tech TP technology demonstrator is based on Safran Helicopter Engines' Ardiden-3 turboshaft engine family, incorporating electrical power.

February 17, 2023

Safran Helicopter Engines maintenance tech closing engine cowling on TP Tech technology demonstrator aircraft.

FAA Issues Airport SMS Mandate

In an effort to improve safety at the busiest U.S. airports, the FAA has issued a rule requiring the adoption of safety management systems.

February 17, 2023

business jets on ramp in front of tower at Van Nuys Airport

Airbus Sustains Recovery Despite Russia War Headwinds

The European aerospace and defense group's CEO Guillaume Faury warned it will face more complexity and disruption risk during 2023.

February 16, 2023

Airbus execs on stage during 2022 financial results press conference in Toulouse.

Nepal ATR 72 Accident: Propellers Were Feathered Before Landing

The preliminary report on the Yeti Airlines ATR 72 accident implies that the pilot monitoring moved the incorrect lever during approach to land.

February 16, 2023

Map of Yeti Airlines crash of ATR 72 airplane

ALPA Head Urges Streamlining of Notam System

ALPA president Ambrosi pushed for stable funding for notam system streamlining, while FAA chief Nolen said the project is about "halfway there."

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February 15, 2023

(Photo: American Airlines)

Safran, HAL Partner on Engine for India's New Helicopter

Safran Helicopter Engines is partnering with Hindustan Aeronautics to develop an engine for the 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter.

February 15, 2023

Digital rendering of 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter

NTSB Preliminary Report Outlines Runway Incursion Near-miss

The NTSB subpoenaed two pilots involved in a runway incursion at JFK International Airport after they declined a request for a recorded interview.

February 15, 2023

JFK Airport runway incursion image

Air India Turns to Airbus for Major Fleet Renewal Order

The carrier is buying 250 new narrow- and widebody aircraft, including a mix of 140 A320neos, 70 A321neo, 34 A350-1000s and 6 A350-900s.

February 14, 2023

Air India has ordered 140 Airbus A320neos, 70 A321neo, 34 A350-1000s and 6 A350-900s.

Air India Goes On Boeing, Airbus Aircraft Buying Spree

Air India signed an order for nearly 500 airliners—250 from Airbus and 220 from Boeing—on February 14 at the Aero India airshow.

February 14, 2023

Air India order for 20 Boeing 787s

Aviation Heeds Lessons from ICAO Annex 13

First introduced in 1951, Annex 13 lays out international Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) for accident investigators.

February 13, 2023

European Airlines Expand China Operations

EU and UK carriers are resuming flights to China in spite of the markedly higher costs owing to their inability to use Russian airspace.

February 9, 2023

U.S. Air Force Considers Case For Remotely Piloted Aircraft

Flight automation specialist Reliable Robotics is conducting a feasibility study into how military transport aircraft could fly without a pilot on board.

February 9, 2023

The U.S. Air Force wants to assess the feasibility of remotely piloted aircraft.

European Green Aviation Projects Gain Funds and Momentum

New funding from both the European Union and the UK are fuelling multiple projects aimed at achieving air transport's net zero carbon objectives.

February 8, 2023

Pipistrel has been working on concepts for electric-powered regional airliners.

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