787 certified ahead of Sept 26 delivery
The Boeing 787 has received certification from both the US FAA and Europe’s EASA in a ceremony at Everett on August 26, clearing it to enter passenger service later this year with launch customer Japan’s ANA. FAA administrator Randy Babbitt presented the type certificate to 787 chief pilot Mike Carriker and 787 VP and chief
de Crespigny headlines RAAA Convention
The Regional Aviation Association of Australia (RAAA) will host QF32 pilot Captain Richard de Crespigny at its 2011 Convention in September, with the Airbus A380 pilot due to give a special presentation of his experience in dealing with an uncontained engine explosion over Indonesia’s Batam Island last November. “Captain de Crespigny’s considerable skills involving teamwork,
Scott retires as Bombardier Commercial president
Bombardier Aerospace has announced the retirement of Bombardier Commercial Aircraft president, Gary Scott, effective from October 1. Scott, who first joined the company as New Commercial Aircraft Program president in 2004, is retiring to”devote more time to his family who need him at this time.” His role will be filled temporarily by current Bombardier president and
Tiger returns to Melbourne-Gold Coast
Tiger Airways Australia has announced that flights between Melbourne and the Gold Coast will go on sale from today, with daily return services between both destinations resuming on August 31. The announcement follows the resumption of flights between Melbourne and Sydney on August 12 and Melbourne to Brisbane services on August 18, after Tiger was
WAC announces terminal competition winner
Perth Airport owner and operator Westralia Airports Corporation (WAC) has announced Broad Construction Services (BSC) as the winning contractor to build its new $120 million domestic terminal by December 2012. Originally one of five companies invited to tender for the lucrative contract in April, BSC will begin construction on the 14 gate terminal this month,
Government approves Darwin International revised plan
The federal government has approved a revised development plan for Darwin International Airport, aiming to give passengers a smoother transition between domestic and international flights. More check-in desks, boarding gates and gate lounge seating are proposed in the airport’s revised expansion plan, as well as improved access for disabled passengers to cater for an expected
