IndiGo Wins ‘Award of Honour’ at Indo-US Tourism Summit for Contribution to Indian Aviation

IndiGo has won the 'Award of Honour’ for its contribution to the Indian aviation industry at the Indo-US Tourism and Hospitality Summit. Hosted by the Indo American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), the Indo-US Tourism and Hospitality Summit is organised by IACC’s Tourism and Hospitality committee, with an aim to create a platform that recognises the efforts made by industry stakeholders in facilitating travel and tourism within India and beyond, through international operations. The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), established in 1968, is the apex bi-lateral Chamber synergising India-US Economic Engagement. Today IACC has PAN India presence with around 1500+ members, representing cross section of US and Indian Industry. Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales, IndiGo, said: “We are humbled to be felicitated with the Award of Honour by the Indo American Chamber of Commerce. This recognition reflects our organisation's unwavering commitment to enhancing accessibility, connectivity, and facilitating travel & tourism,....

GANS and UAE GCAA Partner for Advanced Air Traffic Control Training

Global Air Navigation Services (GANS) has entered a strategic agreement with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) to provide training for air traffic controllers. Under the new contract, GANS will deliver training services for GCAA’s ab-initio air traffic controllers at its advanced Training Centre in Al Ain. Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of GCAA, emphasized the importance of the partnership: “This agreement underscores our commitment to maintaining the highest safety and efficiency standards in our airspace. By investing in top-tier training, we ensure our controllers are well-prepared to handle modern air traffic management challenges.” Ahmed Al Jallaf, Assistant Director General of Air Navigation Services at GCAA, described the deal as a major step forward: “The customized training from GANS will enhance our operational capabilities and support our goal of leading in aviation safety and innovation. We anticipate significant improvements in our air navigation services from this collaboration.” Yahya....

Ecojet to Add Arc Aerosystems’ Linx P9 Hybrid-Electric Helicopters to Fleet

UK airline start-up Ecojet has announced plans to integrate Arc Aerosystems' Linx P9 hybrid-electric compound helicopters into its fleet. Under a letter of intent revealed at the Farnborough Airshow, Ecojet has committed to purchasing 20 of the nine-passenger helicopters, with options for 30 additional units. Launched in November 2023, Ecojet aims to start operations with aircraft using jet-A fuel, although the specific models have yet to be disclosed. Arc Aerosystems has not yet provided a timeline for Linx P9 deliveries. Previously, Ecojet signed a deal with leasing group Monte for 70 of ZeroAvia's 600-kilowatt ZA600 hydrogen-electric propulsion systems, though the regional aircraft for conversion were not specified. Additionally, Ecojet has ordered the more powerful ZA2000 powertrain from ZeroAvia, designed for up to 80-passenger aircraft. Founded by renewable energy entrepreneur Dale Vince, Ecojet intends to eventually operate with zero carbon emissions, with early services potentially including routes to Edinburgh. Arc Aerosystems,....

Boeing and Clear Sky Collaborate to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

Boeing and Clear Sky, a company dedicated to aviation sustainability, have announced a partnership to accelerate sustainable aviation solutions. Their first joint project will focus on advancing Firefly Green Fuels' innovative technology for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from sewage waste in the UK. Firefly Green Fuels utilizes hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) to convert sewage waste into SAF, which can reduce lifecycle CO₂ emissions by over 90% compared to traditional jet fuel. This process also produces biocrude oil and biochar, a fertilizer byproduct. The Clear Sky-led consortium, including Boeing, plans to invest in Firefly’s technology, pending final due diligence. Boeing will contribute training, guidance, and testing facilitation to expedite the qualification of this SAF production method. Brian Moran, Boeing’s Chief Sustainability Officer, highlighted SAF's potential to decarbonize aviation, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches to scaling SAF globally. With SAF currently representing only 0.1% of global jet fuel use, the UK’s....

Capella Space Wins $14.9 Million Contract for SAR Services

Capella Space, a satellite imaging firm based in San Francisco, has secured a $14.9 million contract from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The agreement will see Capella provide synthetic aperture radar (SAR) services through December 2026. Capella Space is known for its expertise in Earth observation using SAR technology, which enables high-resolution imaging regardless of weather conditions or time of day. Unlike traditional optical satellites, SAR systems can penetrate through clouds and operate in darkness. Under the contract, Capella’s SAR data will be integrated into AFRL’s Global Unification Environment, an experimental cloud-based platform designed to evaluate automated satellite tasking and imaging strategies using commercial systems. Alexander Duchane, an electronics engineer at AFRL’s Space Vehicles Directorate, highlighted the project's objective: “We’re interested in working with commercial satellite companies across multiple phenomenologies to understand their capabilities and military utility,” Duchane said in a statement on August 1. The contract is....

Europe’s 1st Level D Simulator for Bombardier Challenger 350 Installed

Axis Flight Simulation has launched mainland Europe's first level D flight simulator for the Bombardier Challenger 350 at Aviation Academy Austria in Vienna. Approved by AustroControl on behalf of EASA, the full-flight simulator features a Van Halteren motion system, an RSi XT6 visual system with a 200x45 field of view, and Collins Pro Line 21 avionics. Christian Theuermann of Axis Flight Simulation announced plans to upgrade the simulator with an autothrottle for training on the newer Challenger 3500. The simulator was validated through extensive testing with Aeroset and is available for training packages or third-party dry leases. Michael Holy, Managing Director of Aviation Academy Austria, highlighted the simulator's advanced features and realism, promising to set new standards in Challenger CL350 pilot training.

MNG Airlines Expands with New Airbus A330-300 P2F from CDB Aviation

CDB Aviation has delivered an Airbus A330-300 Passenger to Freighter (P2F) aircraft to MNG Havayollari ve Tasimacilik (MNG Airlines) in Türkiye, marking the start of a new partnership between the two companies. Jie Chen, Chief Executive Officer of CDB Aviation, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "We are delighted to welcome MNG Airlines as our newest customer in the EMEA region. As we continue to grow our fleet of efficient medium-sized freighters, this partnership will provide MNG Airlines with the capacity needed to modernize their fleet and enhance their cargo operations." Ali Sedat Özkazanç, Chief Executive Officer of MNG Airlines, highlighted the importance of the new aircraft in their growth strategy, saying, "Cargo transport is playing an increasingly critical role in the ongoing transformation of the aviation industry. By adding this new aircraft to our growing fleet, we are not only modernizing but also expanding our regional and international....

Airbus Helicopters Leads NATO’s Next-Generation Rotorcraft Study

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded Airbus Helicopters a contract to spearhead a concept study for the Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) project. The study, which involves a collaboration with RTX’s Collins Aerospace, Raytheon, and MBDA, will explore two integrated concepts for a medium multi-role military helicopter. Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, emphasized the opportunity to leverage Airbus’s extensive experience with European armed forces. "Our aim, alongside our partners, is to develop a European solution that meets NATO's needs while ensuring industrial sovereignty for European nations," he said. The new rotorcraft will be designed for interoperability with existing NATO assets and will emphasize cost-effectiveness, high performance, and operational efficiency. NSPA General Manager Stacy A. Cummings highlighted the significance of Concept Study #5 as a milestone in the NGRC project. "This study will provide a broad range of potential concepts for our multinational customers," she noted. France,....

Vallair and CCAA Sign MoU to Boost Aircraft Maintenance and Training

Vallair, an MRO and aircraft asset specialist, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) to enhance training, aircraft maintenance, disassembly, and workforce development in Cameroon. The agreement aims to address the global demand for qualified personnel in airworthiness, maintenance, and teardown, while exploring economic opportunities at secondary airports in Cameroon. Vallair will leverage its expertise to support CCAA's world-class, ICAO, ACI, and IATA-accredited training facilities. Grégoire Lebigot, President of Vallair Group, emphasized the synergy between Vallair's maintenance and disassembly reputation and CCAA's training capabilities. He highlighted the partnership's goal to transfer Vallair’s expertise to Cameroon. Paule Avomo Assoumou epse Koki, Director General of CCAA, noted the potential for economic and sustainable maintenance operations at CCAA’s domestic airports and the partnership’s role in advancing skills development. Additionally, Vallair will host two Cameroonian students for advanced training in aircraft maintenance and recycling starting September. This....

Safran to Launch New Satellite Propulsion Line

Safran Electronics & Defense announced recently its plans to establish a new production line for satellite electric propulsion systems in Colorado. The facility, expected to begin operations in Q1 2026, will manufacture the EPS X00 electric thrusters for smaller spacecraft in low Earth orbit (LEO). The new U.S. facility will mirror Safran’s existing production line in France, which commenced in Q2 2024. The French line focuses on global customers, while the Colorado plant will cater to U.S. government and commercial clients. Alex Thily, Safran’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Space, highlighted that the U.S. production line will use domestic components for its power processing units, contrasting with the French line's use of international components. The EPS X00 thrusters operate between 400 and 1,000 watts and can utilize either xenon or krypton as propellant, with krypton offering a cost-effective alternative to xenon. Each production line is designed to....

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IndiGo Wins ‘Award of Honour’ at Indo-US Tourism Summit for Contribution to Indian Aviation

GANS and UAE GCAA Partner for Advanced Air Traffic Control Training

Ecojet to Add Arc Aerosystems’ Linx P9 Hybrid-Electric Helicopters to Fleet

Boeing and Clear Sky Collaborate to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production

Capella Space Wins $14.9 Million Contract for SAR Services

Europe’s 1st Level D Simulator for Bombardier Challenger 350 Installed

MNG Airlines Expands with New Airbus A330-300 P2F from CDB Aviation

Airbus Helicopters Leads NATO’s Next-Generation Rotorcraft Study

Vallair and CCAA Sign MoU to Boost Aircraft Maintenance and Training

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