The World of Aviation

New South Wales has signed a contract with United States-based Coulson Aviation to purchase three aircraft for firebombing duties, including a modified Boeing 737 large air tanker.

Diamond Aircraft has announced a competition for the design of its next DA50 prototype, with the first prize a sightseeing flight for two in one of the firm’s aircraft.

Embraer has reported a first quarter loss for calendar 2019 as fewer aircraft deliveries and the ongoing work to prepare for the proposed joint-venture with Boeing weighed on the bottom line.

Restrictive rules placed on New Zealand’s colour vision deficient pilots will end from 31 May, ending six years of campaigning by pilots and the industry.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has renewed calls for centreline lighting to be installed on wider than usual runways.

Gulfstream G550 business jet has set a new city-pair speed record during a recent trip from Shanghai and Seattle, the aircraft’s 55th record.