This article first appeared in the June 2018 edition of Australian Aviation. The Royal Australian Air Force’s EA-18G Growler airborne electronic attack (AEA) capability is rapidly maturing, with an initial operational capability (IOC) expected in the coming months. The RAAF is only the second operator of arguably the world’s most advanced AEA capability, after the
Three Australian cities are among 15 sites around the globe gearing up to celebrate World Helicopter Day on Sunday, August 19 2018. The event, being held for the fourth year running, aims to raise awareness of helicopters’ contributions to society and celebrate the diversity of people who design, fly and support them. The World Helicopter
Boeing and Embraer plan commercial aircraft JV
Boeing and Embraer have confirmed plans to establish a joint-venture that aims to boost their competitive offering in the commercial aircraft sector. Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) announced on Thursday (US time), Boeing will purchase 80 per cent of Embraer’s commercial aircraft and services business for US$3.8 billion. Meanwhile, Embraer will have a 20
Qantas and Sydney Airport have commenced trials of facial recognition technology for passengers departing on international flights. The trial will initially focus on four phases the journey – checkin, bag drop, lounge access and boarding the flight, Sydney Airport said in a statement on Thursday. At checkin, the kiosk creates a “token” using sophisticated biometrics –
Flight training school Soar Aviation has sold a 50 per cent stake in the company to private equity firm The Growth Fund. Soar Aviation founder and chief executive Neel Khokhani said the investment from The Growth Fund would support the company’s expansion plans both locally and overseas. “Globally, the aviation industry is approaching a crunch
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has published a toolkit to help aviation professionals and organisations prepare their annual tax returns. The toolkit offers advice for those working in aviation such as pilots and flight attendants, among others, on claiming work-related expenses, knowing what income to declare, gifts and donations, as well as keeping the right
