The World of Aviation

Skywest has announced that it has received approval to operate Fokker 100 jets on its services to Ravensthorpe. The new Ravensthorpe services will operate four times a week from November 15, initially for a period of one year under an agreement with the Shire of Ravensthorpe and First Quantum Metals, which operates a nickel mine

Russia’s State Corporation Rostechnology has placed an order for 50 Boeing 737s and 35 options. The order is for 15 737-700s, 25 737-800s and 10 737-900ERs.

Bombardier Aerospace has announced that Estonian Air has ordered three CRJ900 NextGen aircraft and taken options on a further two. The new order replaces a three aircraft order from SAS Scandinavian Airlines in March 2008 on behalf of Estonian Air and its other affiliates.

The US Army’s OH-58D Kiowa Warrior fleet will be substantially upgraded in the wake of two unsuccessful attempts to replace it, and will be redesignated as the OH-58F. At least 158 OH-58Ds will go through the Cockpit and Sensor Upgrade Program (CASUP) which will see them fitted with a new nose mounted sensor, improved control

Helicopter manufacturer Sikorsky has announced it has reached an in-principle agreement to purchase a strategic stake in Eclipse Aerospace, which is currently focused on supporting the global fleet of 260 Eclipse EA500 very light jets. “We are elated about this potential new venture with Sikorsky Aircraft and the phenomenal reach we can extend to Eclipse

Boeing has delivered the first 737 featuring the new Boeing Sky Interior to UAE-based flydubai. The Boeing Sky Interior features sculptured sidewalls and new window reveals, as well as larger pivoting overhead stowage bins. It also features an LED cabin lighting system, while airlines will have a choice of various lighting schemes. “We are very proud