The World of Aviation

India may consider buying an additional six Boeing C-17 Globemaster IIIs to add to the 10 it already plans to order, which would give it a fleet to rival its 17 Ilyushin Il-76MDs. According to Jane’s, an IAF spokesman has said that the Air Force could make a request to purchase six additional C-17s, although

Safeskies Australia has been awarded the prestigious Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI) Honorary Group Diploma for Aeronautics in recognition for its contribution to the progress of aeronautics over recent years. “Safeskies has contributed significantly to the advancement of aeronautics through its role as a medium in the exchange of information, opinion and the development of relationships

Rolls-Royce has received certification from EASA and Brazilian authorities for the AE3007A2 engine which powers the new Embraer Legacy 650 large business jet. Compared with its predecessor, the AE 3007A2 provides 6-12 per cent higher takeoff and climb, thrust and reduced specific fuel consumption, providing a significant contribution towards the Legacy 650 extended range of

Airservices Australia has started construction of a new air traffic control tower at Rockhampton Airport which will replace the current tower which was first commissioned in 1961. “The tower will greatly enhance our services and ensure we are well placed to meet projected growth in regional air services and provide safe, efficient air traffic operations

Airbus has announced that Thai Airways International has confirmed an order for seven Airbus A330-300s which will be delivered from the end of 2011. The order was originally announced as a memorandum of understanding at the Farnborough Airshow.

Airservices Australia has launched a new campaign to remind pilots to cancel their SARTIME, by urging pilots to set their mobile phone alarm five minutes before their SARTIME expires. “The reality is that very few expired SARTIMEs are the result of an aircraft in distress,” said Airservices Australian Flight Information Centre manager Ian Harding. “Each