Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin delivers final 2 F-35A fighter jets to Norway

Arnold Pinto 02/04/2025 0

Nordic nation had ordered 52 in all Lockheed Martin has delivered the 51st and 52nd F-35A fighter jets to the Royal Norwegian Air Force, making Norway the first F-35 partner nation to fulfil its entire order of 52 aircraft. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Norway’s

Aviation Tech

EHang eVTOL operators secure Air Operator Certificates for urban air mobility in China

Arnold Pinto 01/04/2025 0

Set to expand China operations EHang, a global leader in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology, has achieved a key milestone in aviation history. The company has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Guangdong EHang General Aviation (EHang General Aviation), and its Hefei-based joint venture, Hefei HeYi Aviation (HeYi Aviation), have been granted the first-ever Air

Aviation Travel

2025 summer timetable takes off at Munich Airport from March 30

News Desk 2 30/03/2025 0

214,000+ flights to 216 destinations Munich Airport has launched its summer timetable for 2025, effective March 30, marking the start of a busy season for the Bavarian hub. This timetable will run until October 26, 2025, when 73 airlines operate more than 214,000 flights, connecting passengers to 216 destinations across 68 countries. The 2025 summer […]

Aviation Tech

Airbus presents hydrogen aircraft technologies

Arnold Pinto 27/03/2025 0

At 2025 Airbus Summit At the 2025 Airbus Summit, the aerospace giant provided a major update on its efforts to revolutionise commercial aviation, focusing on hydrogen-powered aircraft technologies. Airbus outlined its plans to introduce a next-generation single-aisle aircraft, potentially entering service in the second half of the 2030s, and unveiled its revised roadmap

Aviation Defence & Security

US deploys Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group to the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025 0

To strike Houthi targets in Yemen The Pentagon is sending the USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (VINCSG) to the Middle East, following a resurgence in fighting between American forces and Houthi militants in Yemen. This marks the end of a two-month lull in hostilities. The VINCSG recently concluded its deployment in East Asia, under […]

Aviation Defence & Security

US Air Force to get Next Generation Air Dominance fighter jet

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025 0

Designated as the F-47 US President Donald J. Trump has announced that the United States Air Force (USAF) will proceed with producing its Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet platform. This major step forward marks a significant milestone in the country’s military development, paving the way for the eventual replacement of the USAF’s fleet of […]

Aviation Logistics UAE

IATA reveals key themes for the 2025 World Cargo Symposium

Arnold Pinto 23/03/2025 0

Being held in Dubai this April The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the key themes for the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS), which will focus on digitalisation, sustainability, and safety/security. These critical issues are poised to shape the future of the global air cargo industry as it navigates a range of rapidly evolving […]

Aviation

UK National Police Air Service orders 7 Airbus H135 helicopters

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2025 0

First delivery set for 2027 Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract with the UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) to supply seven H135 helicopters as part of the first phase of its fleet renewal programme. The firm order marks the first delivery under a framework contract signed with the BlueLight Commercial procurement agency. This agreement […]

Aviation Business

Thales opens new avionics MRO facility in Gurugram for Indian airlines

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2025 0

To support India’s aviation growth Thales has opened its new avionics Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, a bustling city near New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. This initiative aligns with India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ or ‘Self-Reliant India’ vision, showcasing Thales’s investment in India’s growing

Aviation Travel

Toronto Pearson claims ‘Best Airport’ award for the second consecutive year

News Desk 2 20/03/2025 0

Based on feedback from passengers Toronto Pearson International Airport has been recognised as the Best Airport by over 40 Million Passengers in North America’ by the Airports Council International (ACI) World. This marks the airport’s second consecutive win and the seventh time it has claimed this prestigious title in eight years. The honour is part […]

Aviation

Which US police force has ordered 4 Airbus helicopters?

Arnold Pinto 20/03/2025 0

Including H160 and H145 models The New York State Police has ordered an Airbus H160 helicopter and three H145 models, making it the first law enforcement agency in the United States to integrate the H160 into its fleet. This marks a significant upgrade for the agency, which had previously ordered two H145 helicopters in 2024 […]

Aviation

Airline to launch A380 flights on Abu Dhabi-Toronto route

News Desk 2 19/03/2025 0

From June 24, 2025 Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to introduce an Airbus A380 on the Abu Dhabi-Toronto route starting June 24, 2025. The move is expected to cater to leisure and business travellers, providing additional capacity for a growing market. The airline will operate its A380 between Zayed Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and […]

Aviation Health

Emirates partners with Parsys Telemedicine

News Desk 2 18/03/2025 0

To enhance in-flight medical support Dubai-based carrier Emirates has partnered with Parsys Telemedicine, a company based in Vincennes, France, to roll out next-generation equipment to provide the airline’s passengers with high-quality, rapid medical care while in flight. The ‘telemedicine station’ features advanced tools such as high-definition video conferencing, remote

Aviation

Sikorsky successfully demonstrates rotor blown wing uncrewed aircraft system

Arnold Pinto 15/03/2025 0

Across helicopter and aircraft modes Sikorsky has achieved a significant milestone by successfully validating the advanced control laws for a rotor blown wing uncrewed aerial system (UAS). The 52kg twin prop-rotor prototype has demonstrated stable and responsive flight across helicopter and aircraft modes, significantly advancing vertical take-off and landing (VTOL)

Aviation Travel

ACI World reveals winners of the 2024 ASQ Airport Experience Awards

Arnold Pinto 14/03/2025 0

Involving 95 airports worldwide Airports Council International (ACI) World, in partnership with travel technology company Amadeus, has unveiled the winners of the highly anticipated 2024 ASQ Airport Experience Awards. Widely regarded as the benchmark for excellence in airport customer service, the ASQ Awards are determined by passengers. The ASQ Awards are based on the

Aviation Events

Dubai Airshow 2025 to take off this November

Arnold Pinto 11/03/2025 0

Focus on the future of aerospace The Dubai Airshow, scheduled from November 17 to 21, 2025, at the Dubai World Central (DWC), is poised to be one of the year’s largest and most influential aerospace events. Featuring a new brand identity and taking place under the theme of ‘The future is here’, the 19th edition […]

Aviation Travel

United Airlines deploys Starlink on its first regional aircraft

Arnold Pinto 09/03/2025 0

Revolutionising in-flight connectivity United Airlines has announced a significant step forward in its efforts to enhance passenger experience by installing Starlink satellite internet on its first regional aircraft. The airline revealed key details of the installation process, showcasing the technological advantages, including the equipment’s lightweight, streamlined

Aviation Travel

Emirates extends refurbished Boeing 777 service to Seoul

News Desk 2 08/03/2025 0

And also London Stansted Emirates is set to expand the list of cities served by its refurbished Boeing 777 aircraft, with new routes to Seoul, South Korea, beginning on April 14, 2025, and to London Stansted in the UK starting May 7, 2025. This expansion comes as the Dubai-based airline continues to roll out its […]

Aviation

Lufthansa Group achieves 25% female representation in management positions

Arnold Pinto 08/03/2025 0

Meeting key IATA initiative Lufthansa Group has met the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) ’25by2025′ initiative by increasing the proportion of female managers to over 25% across its top three management levels. In the first quarter of 2025, the Lufthansa Group reached a significant milestone by ensuring that over a quarter of managers in

Aviation Defence & Security

F-35 fleet surpasses one million flight hours

Arnold Pinto 05/03/2025 0

In a boost for Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin has announced that the global F-35 fleet has surpassed one million flight hours, underscoring the programme’s scale and pivotal role in ensuring air superiority for the United States and its allies worldwide. Lieutenant General Michael Schmidt, Programme Executive Officer for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Programme Office,