Japan welcomes its first Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter thanks to JGAS
Bell Textron Inc., a subsidiary of Textron Inc., has finalised a sales agreement with Japan General Aviation Service (JGAS) for the first Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter in Japan. Recognised for its role in the aerospace industry, JGAS specialises in aircraft sales and aftermarket support services. This luxury helicopter, following its delivery, will be utilised
Etihad Cargo enhances charter operations through Awery Aviation Software collaboration
Etihad Cargo, a division of Etihad Airways focused on cargo and logistics, has recently partnered with Awery Aviation Software in a bid to optimise its charter service operations amid a surge in e-commerce-driven demand. This partnership, announced against the backdrop of a 35 percent increase in charter requests and a 23 percent rise in conducted
The Airports Council International (ACI) World, in collaboration with Amadeus, a leading travel technology company, today unveiled the winners of the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards, highlighting the best airports worldwide for customer experience as rated by passengers. The ASQ program is internationally recognized for its comprehensive, scientific approach to measuring and benchmarking airport customer
Stratolaunch, a leading innovator in aerospace technology, has marked a significant achievement with the successful powered flight of its Talon-A test vehicle, TA-1, on March 9, 2024. This event represents a major step forward in the United States’ efforts to develop the first privately funded, reusable hypersonic test capability. The flight test of TA-1 was
The gateway to Iceland’s scenic north, Akureyri International Airport, has marked a significant milestone in its expansion efforts. A new terminal dedicated to international flights was inaugurated in late February, offering the first arriving passengers from Voigt Travel and Transavia an enhanced travel experience. This improvement is part of an ongoing project to expand and
Airbus’s EarthCARE satellite embarks on journey to launch site in California
In a significant step forward for climate monitoring, the EarthCARE (Earth Clouds, Aerosols and Radiation Explorer) satellite has departed from Munich, Germany, en route to its launch site in Vandenberg, California. Scheduled for a May launch aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, this satellite represents a pivotal advancement in the European Space Agency’s (ESA) FutureEO program.
