The World of Aviation

Rolls-Royce increased its order book and confirmed plans for its most advanced Trent 1000 engine at the Paris airshow last week, the company new orders and agreements worth nearly US$5 billion for engines from airlines including Philippine Airlines, Air France-KLM and United Airlines. Orders for the Trent XWB were placed by United Airlines, Air France-KLM

Bombardier has delivered the 400th Challenger 300 super mid-size jet in a ceremony held at Bombardier’s facilities in Montréal. The jet will be operated by BJET. “In some nine years, we’ve reached the 400th delivery milestone, a milestone we can all be proud of,” said Stephane Leblanc, Bombardier vice president. “This aircraft offers tremendous value

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

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.

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 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