Aviation Watches

URWERK unveils exclusive high-flying EMC SR-71

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2024 0

Tribute to the iconic SR-71 Blackbird High-end watchmaker URWERK has unveiled the EMC SR-71, a tribute to the legendary US Air Force’s SR-71 Blackbird high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. With this exceptional new model, Geneva-based URWERK marks a decade of high-end horological innovation in

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Sikorsky delivers VH-92A presidential helicopter to US Marine Corps

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

23rd aircraft is the last of its kind The US Marine Corps has officially accepted the 23rd and final VH-92A Patriot presidential helicopter, marking a significant achievement for Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company. At a ceremony at Sikorsky’s facility in Owego, New York, US Lieutenant General Bradford Gering, Deputy Commandant for Aviation, said: “This delivery […]

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Archer Aviation delivers first Midnight eVTOL aircraft to USAF

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2024 0

AFWERX evaluation in progress Archer Aviation, a leading company in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has delivered its inaugural Midnight aircraft to the US Air Force (USAF) as part of an AFWERX Agility Prime contract valued at up to $142 million. The delivery follows the US Department of Defence’s endorsement of Midnight’s military […]

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El Al Israel Airlines orders 31 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft

Arnold Pinto 18/08/2024 0

Carrier to receive 787 9 this year Boeing and El Al Israel Airlines signed a landmark agreement for up to 31 new 737 MAX aircraft, marking a critical step in the Israeli flag carrier’s modernisation strategy. This deal will replace the airline’s existing fleet of Next-Generation 737 aircraft. The undisclosed amount order for the 737 […]

Aviation Travel

Emirates’ retrofitted Boeing 777s set for Zurich and Riyadh

News Desk 2 17/08/2024 0

Aircraft have upgraded cabin configurations Emirates is deploying its retrofitted Boeing 777 passenger aircraft from its Dubai hub to Zurich and Riyadh starting October 1, 2024. The move is part of the airline’s initiative to enhance passenger experience with upgraded cabin configurations. The newly retrofitted Boeing 777s will feature Premium Economy and freshly

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Lebanon faces rising airspace risks amid conflict escalation

News Desk 2 12/08/2024 0

Airlines start taking countermeasures Tensions between Israel and Lebanon-based Hezbollah have escalated significantly, leading to increased risks for commercial aircraft operating in Lebanese airspace. Recent developments have prompted several global airlines to suspend flights to Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBB). Canada has issued a new notice

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Emirates deploys a refurbished Boeing 777

Arnold Pinto 11/08/2024 0

Dubai carrier is updating its passenger aircraft fleet Emirates has rolled out its newly refurbished Boeing 777 passenger aircraft. The aircraft, which has undergone a complete cabin overhaul, made its inaugural flight as a refurbished aircraft from Dubai to Geneva on August 7, 2024. Emirates’ in-house engineering team executed the extensive 37-day refurbishment of

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Greece places order for 20 F-35 fighter aircraft

Arnold Pinto 05/08/2024 0

US endorses deal with Lockheed Martin Greece has joined the nations operating the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft after signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance with the US government. The agreement, finalised on July 25, 2024, involves Greece procuring 20 Lockheed Martin F-35s for about $8.6 billion, with an option for an additional 20. […]

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Boeing gets order for two MH-47G Block II Chinooks

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2024 0

Destined for US Army Special Operations The US Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) has awarded Boeing a $115 million contract to produce two MH-47G Block II Chinook helicopters. This latest order increases the number of MH-47G Block II Chinooks under contract to 46. The new contract includes the production of two advanced helicopters and […]

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Thales and Garuda Aerospace sign India drone operations pact

News Desk 2 31/07/2024 0

Thales leads in drone integration and UTM systems Thales, a global leader in aerospace technology, and Garuda Aerospace, a prominent Indian drone manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the safety and efficiency of uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) operations across India. The MoU, which will take effect in August 2024, outlines a […]

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Airbus heads NATO’s next-generation rotorcraft concept study

Arnold Pinto 27/07/2024 0

The initiative involves 3 other partners The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded Airbus Helicopters a significant contract. This contract, part of the Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) project, designates Airbus Helicopters as the leader of a comprehensive 13-month concept study to design and develop a new medium multi-role military

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Boeing sees demand for 44,000 new aircraft through 2043

Arnold Pinto 21/07/2024 0

Amid post-pandemic travel recovery Boeing has projected a significant resurgence in air travel demand, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and driving a robust forecast for commercial aircraft deliveries over the next two decades. Ahead of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, Boeing unveiled its 2024 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO), anticipating a need for 44,000 new

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US military ensures large presence at Farnborough International Airshow 2024

Arnold Pinto 21/07/2024 0

US Air Force, Navy, and Army deployment The United States Air Force, Navy, and Army have geared up to underscore the enduring alliance between the United States and the United Kingdom with an impressive lineup of aircraft at the upcoming Farnborough International Airshow. Scheduled from July 22 to July 26, 2024, in Hampshire, UK, this […]

Aviation Logistics

Silk Way Airlines airlifts 2 Beluga whales from Ukraine to Spain

News Desk 2 19/07/2024 0

Involving complex logistics mission Silk Way Airlines has successfully transported two Beluga whales from Ukraine to their new sanctuary in Spain. This challenging mission, executed under adverse conditions such as the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine, underscores the Baku, Azerbaijan-headquartered airline’s commitment to animal welfare and proficiency in

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Emirates SkyCargo orders 5 Boeing 777 Freighters

News Desk 2 17/07/2024 0

As global air cargo demand spikes Emirates SkyCargo has placed a firm order for five Boeing 777 Freighters to meet burgeoning global air cargo demand. This move effectively doubles Emirates’ 777 Freighter order book to 10, underscoring its position as a leader in air cargo logistics. Emirates SkyCargo, Emirates Airlines’ freight division, has positioned itself

Aviation Sustainability

Transport Canada selects Azzera’s Celeste platform

News Desk 2 16/07/2024 0

For emissions management pilot Azzera, a pioneering provider of sustainability solutions for the aviation sector, has been chosen by Transport Canada to participate in a pivotal pilot project under the Government of Canada’s Innovative Solutions Canada programme. This initiative aims to test Azzera’s Celeste digital platform, designed to enhance emissions management for

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Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air forge strategic partnership

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2024 0

To enhance air travel connectivity Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air have announced a strategic cooperation agreement to enhance flight options between North America and Saudi Arabia, marking a pivotal moment for carriers and the global aviation industry. A memorandum of understanding, signed at Delta’s world headquarters in Atlanta on July 9, 2024, outlines a […]

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Saudi Arabia orders 4 Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2024 0

Delivery is set for 2027 Saudi Arabia has signed an order with Airbus Defence and Space for four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, adding to the six it already deploys and marking a significant advancement in its aerial refuelling and transport capabilities. The four aircraft, scheduled to commence conversion at the […]

Aviation Travel

19 million passengers use Munich Airport in the first half of 2024

News Desk 2 10/07/2024 0

With over 156,000 aircraft movements Munich International Airport has recorded a remarkable surge in air traffic during the first half of 2024, marking a significant rebound from previous years. According to the latest figures released by airport authorities, over 19 million passengers passed through Munich Airport from January to June, representing a substantial 14.8%

Aviation Sustainability

IATA and ASF partner to reduce cabin waste on global flights

Arnold Pinto 09/07/2024 0

Mission aims to drive circularity solutions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has partnered with the Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF) to introduce a standardised Cabin Waste Composition Audit (CWCA) programme aimed at enhancing circularity within the aviation sector. The initiative marks a significant step towards managing and reducing cabin waste