Lovitt Technologies wins another F-35 contract
Lovitt Technologies Australia (LTA) has been awarded a further contract for work in the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. Lockheed Martin has contracted the Melbourne-based firm to produce titanium keels in a three-year contract worth an estimated US$2.945 million. LTA participated in a global competition, winning the order for more than 300 parts, guaranteeing high
KC-30As participate in Aces North
Two of the RAAF’s KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transports have been participating in Exercise Aces North 13 in Darwin. During the exercise the KC-30As refuelled classic and Super Hornets, as shown in this image taken by SQNLDR Paul Simmons over the arid lands of the Northern Territory.
Airbus books almost US$70 billion at Paris airshow
As the trade days at the 2013 Paris airshow conclude, Airbus has announced US$68.7 billion worth of business for a total of 466 aircraft, in what the manufacturer says shows the resilience of the commercial aviation industry. The deals comprise memoranda of understanding for 225 aircraft worth US$29.4 billion and firm purchase orders for 241
Bell announces 525 Relentless updates
Bell Helicopter has announced updates to its 525 Relentless program, which include improved speed, range and payload capabilities, as well as a higher maximum gross weight. The enhanced specifications include a cruise speed at maximum continuous power and maximum gross weight of 155+kts (306 kph), a range of 500+nm (926 km) and a useful load
Eurocopter sells 10 AS350s in Thailand
The acquisition of 10 high-performance AS350 B3e helicopters by Helipartner Thailand reflects increasing demand for high-performance utility helicopters across ASEAN countries, Eurocopter said in announcing the deal. The order, which was formalised at the Paris airshow this week, will support Helipartner Thailand’s helicopter leasing services throughout the region. Deliveries of the aircraft will be from
Paris show best ever for ATR
ATR has called this year’s Paris airshow the best in the company’s history. Over the course of the week, the turboprop aircraft manufacturer announced orders for 173 planes, including 83 firm orders. The total value for these contracts exceeded US$4.1 billion. The success sets a new record for ATR’s order book, which now carries more
