Australian Aerospace promises 750 jobs with NFH
EADS subsidiary Australian Aerospace has promised to create 750 skilled jobs to build the NH90 NFH (Nato Frigate Helicopter) locally if it is chosen to replace the Royal Australian Navy’s fleet of S-70 Seahawks and cancelled Super Seasprites. The announcement came as an NH90 NFH started demonstration flying in Australia, with an Italian Navy example arriving
Gold Coast opens new terminal
Transport Minister Anthony Albanese and Queensland Deputy Premier Paul Lucas opened the $100 million terminal redevelopment at Gold Coast Airport on January 25. At 30,000 sqm, the new terminal is almost double the size of the previous one and was completed two months ahead of schedule. The terminal has been specifically designed to meet the
Pilatus delivered 100 PC-12NGs in 2009
Pilatus announced on January 26 that it delivered 100 PC-12NGs during 2009, setting a new record for PC-12 deliveries during a single year. “Achieving 100 deliveries in a single year is a significant milestone for Pilatus and the PC-12 NG production program and reason to celebrate,” said Ignaz Gretener, vice president of general aviation. “This
AIG set to keep ILFC
The Financial Times is reporting that struggling American International Group may no longer sell off its International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) aircraft leasing subsidiary, amid other reports that its influential CEO and founder, Steven Udvar-Hazy is to leave the company. Citing sources close to the situation, the British newspaper claims AIG has realised that it will
Auckland Airport to issue shares
Auckland International Airport Limited has announced that it plans to raise NZ$126.4m (A$99.6m) in a pro rata entitlement offer. According to the company, eligible shareholders will be entitled to subscribe to one new share for every 16 shares held on February 1 at NZ$1.65 (A$1.30) each, and will be conducted in four parts aimed at
Spidertracks to be used for aerial firefighting tracking
New Zealand company Spider Tracks has announced that the Australian National Aerial Firefighting Centre (NAFC) has approved its flight tracking system for aerial firefighting operators to meet its requirements. Spider Tracks Limited Director Bruce Bartley says the NAFC’s approach allows operators to choose the system that is right for them. “We have many customers that
