The World of Aviation

Embraer Services & Support has announced several new initiatives to expand its global services network, aiming to accelerate growth and consolidate its position as a key driver for the company’s future. The business unit revealed plans for new MRO facilities, expansion of its full-flight simulator network, growth of its Pool Program, updates to its AHEAD

Virgin Atlantic has placed a firm order for seven more A330neo aircraft, bringing its total commitment for the model to 19 planes. The deal was announced at the Farnborough Airshow aboard Virgin Atlantic’s A330neo named ‘Ruby Rebel’, which celebrates the airline’s 40th anniversary. Shai Weiss, CEO of Virgin Atlantic, said the order completes the airline’s

PHI MRO Services has announced a new lease agreement to provide a Bell 407 helicopter to tour and charter company New York Helicopter. The Lafayette-based helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) company will outfit the aircraft with floats, air conditioning and a custom paint scheme. Cory Clark, Director of Business Development for PHI MRO Services,

The Dutch Ministry of Defense has signed a contract to purchase nine Embraer C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft in a joint order with Austria. The agreement, signed at the Farnborough Airshow, will see the Royal Netherlands Air Force receive five aircraft and the Austrian Air Force four. Vice-Admiral Jan Willem Hartman, National Armaments Director of

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $16.8 million contract to enhance the software and data capabilities of the KC-46A multi-mission tanker. The upgrades, announced on 22 July 2024, aim to improve the aircraft’s mission readiness and performance envelope. The contract includes improvements to the Onboard Performance Tool software, which will allow for expedited

Airbus and Airports Council International (ACI) World have signed a cooperation agreement to tackle the aviation industry’s environmental challenges. The partnership, announced on 22 July 2024 in Farnborough, United Kingdom, aims to make significant progress in decarbonising aviation and mitigating aircraft noise impact. The alliance will focus on key areas including Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF),