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News from July 2024
Schweiss Doors has introduced a newly designed and patented Strap Latch, aimed at enhancing the simplicity, cleanliness, and reliability of bifold door operations.
Continental Aerospace Technologies has announced a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) diesel engine retrofit for a bush flying workhorse, aimed at operating in some of the most remote locations globally. The company aims to fit the CD-300 Jet-A engine to a demonstration aircraft by 2025 and is considering similar adaptations for other aircraft that utilize 300-horsepower engines.
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is commemorating its centennial year with the release of a series of four vintage-style posters that pay tribute to the airport's history. These posters are intended to highlight LGB’s significant role over the past century in connecting the community to the world, fostering economic growth, and inspiring pioneering aviators.
U.S. defense giant Lockheed Martin and global MRO/technical services provider Lufthansa Technik signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Wednesday at the Farnborough Airshow to advance sustainment and logistics management for global customers.
United Airlines faced significant operational challenges following the CrowdStrike outage, yet managed to escape much of the media scrutiny that Southwest and American Airlines encountered. Delta Airlines experienced severe disruptions, exacerbated by its CEO's departure to Paris during the crisis.
Only the captain survived the crash of a Bombardier CRJ200 carrying a total of 19 people at Kathmandu Airport in Nepal on Wednesday. According to local authorities, the Saurya Airlines plane was on a ferry flight for maintenance when it crashed a few seconds after takeoff. Reports indicate that 17 of those killed were maintenance technicians traveling to Pokhara Airport, where the airline has a maintenance hub.
With the Summer Olympic Games commencing this weekend in Paris, Signature Aviation has introduced a limited supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its Paris Le Bourget (LFPB) Fixed Base Operator (FBO). The fuel, a 20% SAF blend provided by Shell, will achieve a 16% reduction in life cycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to standard fossil-based fuel.
GKN Aerospace is investing £4 million ($5.2 million) to advance Airbus’s Sustainable Wing Solutions (SusWingS) research and technology program. The company announced Wednesday that it will be stepping up its existing collaboration with the airframer, along with Cranfield University and the University of Manchester.
GE Aerospace has completed the first stage of its global research with Airbus Helicopters on a next-generation helicopter propulsion system. The milestone marks a significant advancement in the collaboration between the two companies. The first stage of the project focused on foundational research, with further insights and findings gained during the effort to lay the groundwork for subsequent phases of development.
Electra's nine-passenger hybrid-electric eSTOL aircraft will feature Honeywell Aerospace’s flight control computers and electromechanical actuation systems. Honeywell announced its selection as a program partner on Thursday and confirmed that the group’s venture capital business unit has made an undisclosed investment in the U.S. start-up.
The C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft, developed by Embraer, showcased its capabilities at the Farnborough Airshow 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a payload of 26 tonnes and can reach a top speed of 470 knots. It is equipped for various missions including cargo and troop drops, medical evacuations, search and rescue operations, firefighting, and humanitarian flights. Notably, the C-390 can operate from unimproved and short airfields.
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has announced the relocation of its Singapore manufacturing facility to a new site in Seletar Aerospace Park. This move involves a $250 million investment aimed at enhancing the company's capabilities in the aerospace industry.
Alaska Airlines has announced the grand opening of its newest Alaska Lounge at San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1. The 11,000-square-foot space aims to enhance the airline's network of lounges and offers a pre-flight experience with a West Coast vibe, open spaces bathed in natural light, and warm finishes.
Turkish Aerospace Industries' six-tonne class twin-engine T625 Gökbey helicopter made a notable appearance at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024. The light transport/utility helicopter, named "Sky Lord" in Turkish, is designed to serve various roles including cargo transport, ambulance services, search and rescue missions, and VIP transportation.
One man, affected by Delta's numerous flight cancellations this past week, decided to take matters into his own hands. Stranded at the airport, the Sky Club lounge member found himself out of pocket for a trip he could no longer fully take and without compensation for those expenses. In response, he decided to seek his own form of recompense by consuming Delta's resources equivalent to his incurred costs.
The F-15QA (Qatar Advanced) aircraft, the most advanced variant of the F-15 Eagle, was showcased at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024. This model is based on the F-15SA currently in production for Saudi Arabia and incorporates a fly-by-wire flight control system similar to that of its Saudi counterpart. Additionally, it features Raytheon’s APG-63(V)3 AESA radar, Lockheed Martin's AAS-42 Tiger Eyes infrared search and track system, a redesigned internal wing structure, and two extra wing hardpoints enabling it to carry up to 16 AIM-120 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles.
Lyte Aviation has selected H3 Dynamics to provide the hydrogen-electric fuel cell propulsion system for its planned 40-seat VTOL aircraft. Announcing the agreement on July 24, the companies stated they will also collaborate to install H3 Dynamics’ self-contained electrolyzer systems at airports where Lyte expects its Skybus LA-44 to operate.
Deutsche Aircraft has commenced construction of the first D328eco test aircraft, TAC 1. The German manufacturer announced this milestone during the Farnborough Airshow on July 25, following a recent delay in the projected service entry for the re-engined twin turboprop to 2027.
American Airlines reported a decline in profit for the second quarter, despite announcing record revenue largely attributed to inflation. The airline revised its profit forecasts downward and indicated it would not earn anything in the traditionally strong third quarter.
Air Canada Aeroplan has announced a new partnership with Lufthansa subsidiary Eurowings, expanding award travel options across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.