Arabian Aero News
Gulf Air chasing Omani government for overdue cashGulf Air is reportedly in talks with the Omani government regarding more than $300 million of unpaid debts owed by Oman after it pulled out of the airline coalition nearly five years agoNEXUS Flight Operations Services reaches India's shoresMiddle East flight operations services company NEXUS has announced the establishment of NEXUS India following its expansion into Africa and the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Mumbai's Sovika Airline Services Ltd.Al Bateen executive airport's new DhabiJet tops big names reader survey of best FBOsAl Bateen Executive Airport, operated and managed by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), has entered the ranks of best Fixed Based Operators (FBOs) in the prestigious European Business Air News FBO Survey 2012.EMB-190/195 Captain - Middle EastBusiness Aviation Operator is looking for an EMB 190/195 CaptainEmirates enhances services to TunisEmirates is responding to strong passenger demand in Tunis by launching an extra frequency and introducing the Airbus A340-500 on to the Dubai- Tunis route, commencing 25 March 2012.Emirates utilises sport to break in to US market with landmark tennis dealDubai carrier Emirates is following the successful formula that won it so much awareness in Europe as it attempts to make a major impact into the US air transport scene.Jet Aviation invests to speed up BBJ/ACJ downtime on checksBBJ and ACJ owners will see weeks of downtime reduced during 12-year inspections thanks to a new investment from Jet Aviation in Basel, Switzerland where many aircraft from the region go to for this specialist MRO function.Al Fursan to display at Royal International Air TattooThe UAE's aerobatics display team, Al Fursan, is to take its place among the world's top military performers when it makes a debut appearance at the UK's Royal International Air Tattoo in July.EASA Part66 B1 and B2 Engineers: Challenger 601/604/605/850/Global Express – Middle EastBusiness Aviation Service provider is lookng for EASA Part 66 B1 and B2 EngineersEtihad Airways honours Kuwait Travel IndustryEtihad Airways has paid tribute to travel agents in Kuwait at a gala dinner at the Kuwait Marriott Hotel.Etihad introduces lightweight cargo containersEtihad Airways, along with its Unit Load Device (ULD) partner Jettainer, has embarked on a programme to replace 3,000 containers from the original aluminium ULD fleet with environmentally friendly lightweight versions.Tunisia's Syphax to begin operations ahead of scheduleTunisia's fifth airline - Syphax Airlines - is to begin operations months ahead of schedule with first flight likely as early as next month.Wind tunnel testing begins at QinetiQ for Boeing 737 MAXThe final phase of wind tunnel testing, a major milestone in aeroplane development, began today on Boeing's 737 MAX programme at the QinetiQ facility in Farnborough, UK.Yahsat 1B launch delayed until April 2012The launch of the Yahsat Y1B satellite, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, has been postponed until April 2012, due to two other failed launch attempts.Trent XWB completes maiden flight on Airbus testbedThe A350 XWB's new engine – the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB – has successfully made its maiden flight aboard Airbus' dedicated A380 “Flying-Test-Bed” aircraft.UAE airports scoop top regional awards from Airports Council InternationalDubai International Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport took first and second spots respectively in the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI) awards for service quality across the Middle EastFernandes eyeing opportuity for Air Asia GulfTony Fernades, the head of Malaysian low cost carrier Air Asia has confirmed the airline is in talks with potential partners in the Gulf to launch a true low-cost carrier for the region.Sabena gets licence to move toward BBJ completionsBoeing BBJ customers in the region could have another option for completions and upgrades following a new agreement between Boeing and French MRO firm Sabena TechnicsSingapore Airshow enjoys record ordersThe Singapore Airshow wrapped up its trade segment today recording more than $31bn industry sales over the four days.ALAFCO orders LEAP-1A to Power 35 Airbus A320neo AircraftAviation Lease And Finance Company (ALAFCO), the Kuwait-based international aircraft leasing company, has announced that it has selected CFM International's advanced LEAP-1A engines to power 35 new Airbus A320neo aircraft scheduled for delivery between 2019 and 2021.Amsterdam joins Emirates' A380 networkEmirates is to upgrade its Amsterdam service to an Airbus A380 from 1st August.Emirates SkyCargo is reaching into US marketEmirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is expanding its North American operation, increasing trade opportunities between U.S. businesses and its global network.MEBA to feature new show developmentsF&E Aerospace develops the Middle East Business Aviation show (MEBA) with new focus areas that will attract dedicated buyers in the region taking place 11 to 13 December 2012 at Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport – Dubai World Central.Air Arabia increases services to KuwaitAir Arabia is expanding its Kuwait services from its Sharjah hub. With the launch of the additional service, Air Arabia will now operate three daily flights to the city of Kuwait.ALAFCO orders 35 additional A320neosALAFCO Aviation Lease And Finance Company - the Kuwait-based international aircraft leasing company - has finalised a purchase order for 35 A320neo aircraft bringing its total for the type to 85.AT-6 succesfully employs laser guided rocketsHawker Beechcraft Defense Company (HBDC) today announced its AT-6 Light Attack aircraft has successfully employed laser-guided rockets during recent test sorties at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.Blenheim responds to Tranparency International report on OffsetOffset finance specialist Blenheim Capital has responded with a call for all parties involved in offsets to work together to help offsets reach their full potential. This follows the release of Transparency International's report into due diligence and corruption risk in offset finance deals.Dassault offers FDM service for Falcon operatorsBusiness jet manufacturer Dassault announced today that it is now offering a Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) service designed and tailored specifically for Falcon operators. The system has been shown to improve safety of flight and has become standard for commercial airlines.EgyptAir joins Boeing in special humanitarian deliveryEgyptAir and Boeing have partnered with the Egyptian American Scientists and Engineers (EASE) to transport a consignment of wheelchairs and clothing onboard a Boeing Next-Generation 737-800 that was delivered to the airline.EGYPTAIR M&E win NAS Air contractEGYPTAR M&E has won the contract from NAS Air for heavy maintenance checks for a number of aircraft types A320 & E-190.Emirates adds Lisbon to its networkEmirates is setting its sights on the land of Vasco da Gama by announcing flights to Portugal from 9th July.Female students visit JATS to expose them to the aviation worldJATS (Jordan Airline Training & Simulation) once again opened its doors to Madrasati students to expose them to the world of aviation.Gulf Air to close underperforming routesBahrain's national carrier Gulf Air is announcing the closure of its services to four destinations; Damascus, Athens, Milan and Kuala Lumpur. Services to Damascus will be stopped from 2 March while flights to Athens and Milan will be stopped from 12 March and Kuala Lumpur from 25 March 2012.Hadid International Services win the BID International Quality Crown AwardLondon hosted the International Quality Crown Award this week with Hocine Slimani of Hadid International Services, a leading company in its sector and in Algeria, proudly accepting the BID International Quality Crown Award .IMG Media and Panasonic launch live 24-hour in-flight sports channelIMG Media, part of IMG Worldwide, the global sports, fashion and media company, has teamed up with electronics giant Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), to launch the first-ever live global premium 24-hour sports channel – SPORT 24 - for airline passengers from this week.P&W renews engine contract for RJAF's F-16sPratt & Whitney used the Singapore Airshow today to announce a $19.2 million material management programme (MMP) contract with three, one-year options from the United States Air Force in support of F100-PW-220E engines powering the Royal Jordanian Air Force fleet of Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters.Qatar Executive business jet debuts at Singapore AirshowQatar Airways' corporate jet division, Qatar Executive, is showcasing its Bombardier Global 5000 business jet at this week's Singapore Airshow, the largest aerospace event in Asia.Turkish Technic signs heavy maintenance contract with Saudi AramcoTurkish Technic has signed a heavy maintenance services contract, which covers base maintenance C checks on Boeing 737-700s, including livery painting. The first maintenance work is being carried out at Turkish Technic's facilities at Istanbul, Turkey.Bell's new helicopter features advanced avionicsBell's new 525 Relentless is to feature a state-of-the-art flight deck, called ARC Horizon, the company said at HAI in Dallas earlier todayBell unveils first "Super Medium" helicopter for VIP and Oil and Gas marketsBell Helicopter has today unveiled the world's first "super-medium" helicopter, the Bell 525 Relentless, at the 2012 Heli-Expo in Dallas, Texas.Etihad Airways to increase surcharges to take account of EU carbon schemeEtihad Airways has announced it will increase the fuel surcharge on its European flights to offset the costs being imposed on the airline by the European Union (EU) Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).Hadid wins the British International Quality Crown Award in LondonHadid International Services has been awarded the British International Quality Crown Award in the aviation field at the International Quality convention in London.Iran Aseman Airlines manages to acquire Airbus A340Iran Aseman Airlines has acquired an Airbus A340-300 (MSN 002) indirectly from US lessor GMT Global Republic Aviation, Flightglobal.com has reported.Oman Air announced as official airline of extreme sailing seriesOman Air has announced that it is to be the Official Airline of the Extreme Sailing Series.Saudi Airlines Cargo introduces 'BellyFlex'Saudi Airlines Cargo is to launch 'BellyFlex', a low-end belly product with longer transit times at hubs for attractive rates.Singapore Airshow: Piaggio breaks into the Chinese marketMubadala Aerospace is celebrating in Singapore this morning as Piaggi Aero - the business aircraft manufacturer in which the Abu Dhabi business owns a third share - has made its first entry into the Chinese market.328 Design GmbH certifies new SwiftBroadband SATCOM System328 Design GmbH (328DO) has announced EASA certification of the new Cobham SB300 SwiftBroadband system on the Dornier 328 turboprop and jet.Air Partner appoints Richard Everitt as non-executive chairmanAir Partner has announced that Richard Everitt, the current senior independent director, will succeed Aubrey Adams as non-executive chairman of the company, with immediate effect.Airbus takes Air Traffic Management to the fourth dimension for the first timeThe world's first flight using a four dimensional optimized and upgraded Air Traffic Management (ATM) technology has taken place with Airbus' dedicated A320 test aircraft flying from Toulouse to Copenhagen and Stockholm. The project is called I-4D (Initial-4D).Axia-Award 2011 goes to Recaro Aircraft SeatingRecaro Aircraft Seating has received the 2011 “Fit for Tomorrow – Efficient and Flexible Corporate Management” Axia-Award.
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