Embraer and NIDV Strengthen Ties with Strategic MoU at NEDS 2023 Exhibition

Embraer and the Netherlands Industries for Defence & Security (NIDV) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the 34th NIDV Exhibition for Defense and Security (NEDS 2023). The signing of the MoU represents a key element in the strategic relationship developed between Embraer and the Netherlands, covering ongoing initiatives associated with the C-390 Millennium and A-29 Super Tucano. The MoU between Embraer and NIDV adds to Embraer’s existing partnerships and strategic relationships in the Netherlands while structuring a joint framework aimed at exploring additional opportunities aligned with the priorities of the Netherlands’ Defense Industry Strategy.  These may include services and the development of new capabilities within Embraer's existing projects, further contributing to the development and application of military knowledge, technologies, and industrial capabilities in the country. Contributions from the Dutch ecosystem to the supply chain of the Embraer C-390 program for export markets will remain a central goal. “The collaboration with....

ExecuJet MRO Services Europe Appoints Nadia Coetzee as General Manager in Brussels

ExecuJet MRO Services Europe (ExecuJet), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has appointed Nadia Coetzee as General Manager of its MRO facility at Brussels International Airport. Coetzee will focus on expanding support to customers including the growth of its AOG support business. Coetzee was previously based at ExecuJet’s global headquarters in Lanseria, near Johannesburg, in South Africa where she was the supervisor in charge of the company’s technical services department. In that role she managed all aspects of aircraft maintenance projects. “Putting AOG aircraft quickly back into service is highly valued by customers and is a business we know well,” said Coetzee. “It helps build loyalty and leads to repeat inspection and service business.” ExecuJet MRO Services Europe is part of Dassault Aviation’s Maintenance Control Centre (MCC). The Brussels facility has responded to AOGs throughout Europe and Africa. “We’re qualified and certified to respond to AOGs anywhere in the....

IndiGo Unveils AI chatbot, powered by GPT-4 technology, to revolutionize customer interactions.

IndiGo has launched an AI chatbot, 6Eskai, powered by the groundbreaking GPT-4 technology. Developed in-house by IndiGo's digital team, it efficiently addresses customer queries in 10 different languages and offers a first of a kind platform for booking tickets across the entire network. Early results from the soft launch indicate a remarkable 75% reduction in customer service agent workload, showcasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the bot. Furthermore, 6Eskai, makes the booking process extremely simple, using natural language conversations to guide our customers seamlessly through the end to end booking journey. The AI bot offers 1.7 trillion parameters, allowing it to answer a diverse range of commonly asked questions with ease. IndiGo's team of data scientists have painstakingly done a thorough research on generative pretrained transformers (GPT) and programmed the bot using extensive prompt engineering to mimic human behaviour, respond to emotions, and even infuse humour into interactions, ensuring a....

Emirates Makes Aviation History: First A380 Flight Using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Emirates has become the world’s first airline to operate an A380 demonstration flight using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The recent flight was commanded by Captain Khalid Binsultan and Captain Philippe Lombet, took off from Dubai International Airport (DXB) with one of four engines powered on 100% SAF, helping demonstrate its potential as a drop-in replacement that matches jet fuel’s technical and chemical requirements, while being a more sustainable alternative. SAF can reduce carbon emissions by up to 85% over the fuel’s life cycle when compared to conventional jet fuel. The A380 demonstration flight underlines the performance and compatibility of SAF, making it a safe and reliable fuel source, and contributes to the growing body of research carried out by the industry to evaluate the beneficial effects of 100% SAF on aircraft performance. SAF is currently capped at a 50% blend limit in engines for commercial flights. The 100% drop-in....

Dubai Hosts Second AFM Global Pilot Training Summit, Bringing Industry Leaders Together

AFM, a Dubai headquartered pilot training industry company, held the second edition of the AFM Global Pilot Training Organisation Leadership Summit during the Dubai Airshow. The event brings together over 50 of the world’s leading flight training organisation owners and chief executive officers. The industry leaders together operate a combined training fleet of over 1,086 aircraft and are currently training over 8,000 pilots per year. The summit held at the pilot training facilities of Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA), saw the industry leaders engage in panel discussions to enhance the industry's response to the growing demand for pilots. As the airline industry rapidly recovered in 2022 and 2023 the flight training industry has been slower to recover and is facing numerous challenges in the scaling up of training operations to meet the demand for pilots. Maximilian Buerger, managing director of AFM.aero, said: “Our mission is to connect the global pilot....

UAE Space Agency Takes Center Stage at COP 28 with ‘Space for Sustainability’ Initiative

The UAE Space Agency is leading the first participation of the Space Pavilion in the 28th Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP 28). The event is taking place between 30 November to 12 December 2023, under the slogan ‘Space for Sustainability’. Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology and Chairperson of UAE Space Agency, said: “At a time when we are facing unprecedented challenges due to climate change, the space sector is emerging as a vital tool to monitor and understand these changes using advanced technologies in space exploration. This helps us in developing effective strategies to combat the effects of climate change and provide sustainable solutions to the environmental challenges we face.” Al Amiri added: “While our participation in COP 28 is an opportunity for knowledge exchange, it also constitutes a platform to unite global efforts towards confronting current challenges,....

Turkish Airlines’ Subsidiary AJET Set to Soar in 2024 with Eco-Friendly Flights

Turkish Airlines' wholly owned subsidiary AJET to commence flights in 2024. Established in 2008 to meet the air transportation needs of Anatolia with advantageous options, AnadoluJet, a successful brand of Turkish Airlines will conduct its operations under the name “AJet Air Transportation” as a wholly owned subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, starting from the end of March 2024. At an event held at the Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport Turkish Technic Hangar, with the participation of Turkish Airlines Inc. executives, AndalouJet established its place in the aviation sector under its new name, AJET. AJET, in line with its sustainability vision will operate as an eco-friendly airline carrier and will enter the cost-effective market with an innovative perspective. By simplifying the services offered and utilizing an economy class configuration, the company’s aim is to reflect the cost advantage in ticket prices, making air transportation services accessible to a broader audience. Turkish Airlines Chairman....

Piper Aircraft Secures Order for 90 Archer TX Aircraft from AeroGuard Flight Training

Future pilots in Saudi Arabia will benefit after Piper Aircraft confirmed that AeroGuard Flight Training has placed an order for 90 new Archer TX aircraft. AeroGuard Flight Training has four campus locations, three in the U.S. and one in Saudi Arabia. The locations train more than 2,000 student pilots, preparing them for their careers at world-leading airlines. “The name of the game in flight training is capacity and with these additional aircraft, AeroGuard has the capacity to welcome hundreds of new airline cadets to our pilot training programmes, including in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where it offers three flight training programmes.”

Airbus and Mubadala Forge Partnership for Emirati Internship Program in Engineering

Airbus and Mubadala Investment Company have signed an agreement to provide internship opportunities for Emirati senior university students in engineering. Over the next three years, 12 Emirati engineering students will be hosted at the Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, France, where they will perform their internship under the supervision of Airbus experts and specialists. Fatima Al Marzooqi, director of Portfolio Emiratisation at Mubadala said: “Mubadala is delighted to support this important initiative which will not only bolster our future-focused knowledge-based economy in the UAE but provide an exceptional opportunity for Emirati students.” “We know that our most valuable asset is people and through this innovative partnership with Airbus we can help grow world-class talent. This leading internship is a significant milestone in our Emiratisation programme as we continue to support the UAE’s continued acceleration and transformation by fostering talent that can thrive in sectors vital for Abu Dhabi’s future growth and....

Flydubai’s Vision Takes Flight: Plans Unveiled for USD 190 Million MRO Facility in Dubai South by 2026

Flydubai plans for a purpose-built USD 190 million MRO facility in Dubai South by 2026. The construction of the new hangar and workshop will commence next year and is expected to conclude by the last quarter of 2026. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Flydubai, said: “This will bring Flydubai greater control over its maintenance requirements as it continues to grow its fleet and capabilities with a firm focus on the future.” Khalifa Al Zaffin, CEO of Dubai Aviation City Cooperation and Dubai South, said: “Flydubai’s new facility in Dubai South reflects our commitment to enhancing the ecosystem that contributes to the growth and sustainability of the aviation industry. This partnership reaffirms Dubai’s position as a global aviation hub and reinforces our shared vision of providing world-class aviation services to our partners.” Ghaith Al Ghaith, chief executive officer at Flydubai, added: “Dubai has emerged as a thriving aviation....

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Embraer and NIDV Strengthen Ties with Strategic MoU at NEDS 2023 Exhibition

ExecuJet MRO Services Europe Appoints Nadia Coetzee as General Manager in Brussels

IndiGo Unveils AI chatbot, powered by GPT-4 technology, to revolutionize customer interactions.

Emirates Makes Aviation History: First A380 Flight Using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Dubai Hosts Second AFM Global Pilot Training Summit, Bringing Industry Leaders Together

UAE Space Agency Takes Center Stage at COP 28 with ‘Space for Sustainability’ Initiative

Turkish Airlines’ Subsidiary AJET Set to Soar in 2024 with Eco-Friendly Flights

Piper Aircraft Secures Order for 90 Archer TX Aircraft from AeroGuard Flight Training

Airbus and Mubadala Forge Partnership for Emirati Internship Program in Engineering

Flydubai’s Vision Takes Flight: Plans Unveiled for USD 190 Million MRO Facility in Dubai South by 2026

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