German airline Lufthansa CityLine selects StandardAero to provide support for the GE Aviation CF34-8C turbofan engines powering its fleet of MHI RJ Aviation (formerly Bombardier) CRJ900 regional jets. Under the exclusive seven-year agreement, StandardAero will support Lufthansa CityLine with a range of CF34-8C services from its overhaul facility in Winnipeg, MB, Canada. StandardAero will also be qualifying its European field-service team based in Rijen, the Netherlands, to support the CF34, thereby assuring Lufthansa CityLine of responsive, local airside assistance.
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08/11/2021 - 10:57
08/11/2021 - 10:47
Pro Star Aviation, an aerospace modification center, announces Embraer has selected the company as the new Northeast Embraer Authorized Service Center to provide line and base maintenance support on the Phenom 100/300, Legacy 450/500, Praetor 500/600 and Legacy 600/650 airframes.
08/11/2021 - 10:40
Spirit Aeronautics, an avionics solutions provider for business, special missions, and military aircraft, announces its expansion in a key location at Meachum International Airport (KFTW). Serving the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex, Spirit Aeronautics will operate from Baker Aviation's new 70,000-square-foot hangar facilities, providing avionics modifications and flight line support for local aircraft operators.
08/11/2021 - 09:02
In response to customers’ growing needs for Falcon airframe support, Duncan Aviation adds a new technical position at its Lincoln, NE, headquarters. John Spevak has been tapped as a Falcon airframe tech rep, providing troubleshooting and technical support to Falcon customers and Duncan Aviation airframe maintenance teams.
08/10/2021 - 14:40
VSE Corporation (NASDAQ: VSEC), a provider of aftermarket distribution and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for land, sea and air transportation assets for government and commercial markets, announces that it has acquired privately held Global Parts Group, Inc. (Global Parts) in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $38 million, subject to customary working-capital adjustments.
08/10/2021 - 12:55
Duncan Aviation announces that Robert Suarez has joined the Duncan Aviation Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team as market research analyst. Suarez’s responsibilities include tracking Duncan Aviation core aircraft markets, creating marketing campaigns, and assisting in the consignment, acquisition and sale of aircraft.
08/10/2021 - 12:47
West Star Aviation announces the promotions of four technicians to lead positions in the Falcon, Citation and Avionics departments at the East Alton, IL, (ALN) facility: Kevin Rowe, lead aircraft maintenance, Falcon; Chad Head, lead sheetmetal technician, Falcon; Ken Schnurbusch, lead avionics maintenance; and Noah Vogt, lead aircraft maintenance, Citation.
08/10/2021 - 08:56
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announces that NBAA chief operating officer, Steve Brown, has been named to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Aviation Security Advisory Committee (ASAC), which is tasked with providing recommendations for improving aviation security.
08/10/2021 - 08:38
Premier Aircraft Sales, Inc. announces at Oshkosh AirVenture 2021 that it has signed an order for the first DA50 RG to be delivered in the U.S. The New England-based buyer says that he chose the new Diamond model for its unmatched cabin space, fuel efficiency, payload and overall versatility.
08/10/2021 - 08:25
Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) is selected by Copa Airlines to provide its air separation module (ASM) kit for Copa’s fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft. This new technology offering is a drop-in replacement for Copa’s existing ASMs, which are installed on larger aircraft to help reduce the risk of fuel-tank fires. Copa is the first airline to operate Honeywell’s version of the safety system, which has one of the longest lifespans and warranties in the industry.
08/10/2021 - 08:14
Ryan Latham is named president of Aerospace Welding Incorporated and Aerospace Manufacturing Incorporated (AWI-AMI) aviation companies within the Hartzell family of companies. He brings more than 25 years of manufacturing experience and a proven track record in aerospace leadership to the operation located in Eagan, MN.
08/09/2021 - 11:19
One of the world’s largest and most prestigious design competitions, the “Red Dot” is a symbol of design excellence.
08/06/2021 - 10:01
Jet East, a Gama Aviation maintenance company offering full-service capabilities and 24/7 mobile maintenance, announces the hiring of Ozzy Torres and Brian Leitschuck. Mr. Torres will serve as the regional sales director covering the Florida region and Mr. Leitschuck will serve as a regional sales director covering the Midwest region of the U.S. Both additions to the company bring a wealth of experience and expertise in the corporate aviation industry.
08/03/2021 - 12:51
TMx Aero, LLC, a Part 145 Repair Station with FAA, EASA and Transport Canada certifications, announces the added capabilities of the Dassault Falcon 50 and the Hawker 800 to its capability list.
FAA Approves Removal of Attitude Indicator with Installation of a Single Aspen Avionics’ Pro MAX PFD
07/25/2021 - 06:36
Aspen Avionics announces the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved changes to the backup instrument requirements with the installation of Aspen’s Evolution EFD1000 Pro MAX primary flight display (PFD).
07/25/2021 - 06:24
AviationManuals, a provider of manual development services and safety management system (SMS) software, is working closely with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), manufacturers and training organizations as a key stakeholder in the development of a new, streamlined letter of authorization (LOA) process for Part 91 operators acquiring new aircraft.
07/20/2021 - 14:40
In the world of high-speed turnover in the executive suites of many companies large or small, David Mast stands out as a model of sustained leadership amid accelerated strategic growth. June 2021 marked his twenty-fifth year as the President & CEO of Precision Aviation Group, Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, GA and with award-winning aviation support operations on three continents. Mast's colleagues, partners, employees, and friends recently threw a surprise party for him called "A Celebration of Leadership."
07/15/2021 - 13:46
ILS (Inventory Locator Service, LLC), a digital marketplace and business intelligence services provider for the aviation industry, announces the strategic hire of its new global sales leader, Robert Suhs.
07/15/2021 - 12:31
Rusada’s ENVISION software is chosen by Spirit AeroSystems (NYSE: SPR) to manage its growing maintenance, repair and overhaul activities. ENVISION will be used by Spirit AeroSystems (Spirit) to support its maintenance facilities in Wichita and Dallas where it offers component MRO, on-wing repair and aftermarket engineering services across an array of aircraft.
07/15/2021 - 12:19
Priester Aviation, LLC, continues its history of family-led leadership by announcing the ascension of its next generation of ownership. The private aviation company announces that Andy Priester, president and CEO, will become its chairman, taking over from Charlie Priester, who remains with Priester Aviation as chairman emeritus.