Dubai-based Emirates airline has placed an additional order for 50 A380 aircraft, confirming the continued strong demand for very large aircraft in the Middle East that are needed to meet the region’s higher than average traffic growth. The order was signed at a ceremony at the 2013 Dubai Airshow witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin...

International research from Airbus reveals that a new generation of discerning passengers are increasingly researching in-flight seat comfort prior to booking long haul full service flights. They are also prepared to dig deeper into their pocket to pay for more comfort in economy.  Some 54 per cent believe an increase of seat comfort is critical,...

After making quite the first impression following its launch in October, the “It’s not you, it’s the seat” comfort campaign by Airbus will once again take centre stage, this time at the Dubai Airshow. Underscoring Airbus’ modern standard for comfort – with an 18-inch-wide seat in economy class for long-haul travel – the...

The 2013 Dubai Airshow participation of Airbus continues the company’s high-level involvement in this increasingly important Middle East event, which traces its origins back to the inaugural gathering in January 1989. Airbus’ role in the Dubai Airshow during the past two decades underscores the company’s commitment to the Middle East and...

A delivery-flight by an all-new A321 for Philippine Airlines is being used to send a team of 10 doctors and nurses, as well as 11 tonnes of medical equipment and food, to Tacloban via Manila. Airbus A340 flight test aircraft en route from Lyon with 28 logistics and rescue specialists on board plus nearly 30 tonnes of humanitarian goods...

According to Airbus’ latest Global Market Forecast (GMF), Latin American airlines will require 2,307 new aircraft between 2013 and 2032, including 1,794 single-aisle, 475 twin-aisle and 38 very large aircraft (VLA) worth an estimated US$292 billion. Globally, by 2032 some 29,230 new passenger and freighter aircraft valued at nearly US$4.4...

Czech Sport Aircraft is pleased to announce the delivery of the first two EASA-certified PS-28 Cruiser to Spain.  The delivery took place this morning during a ceremony at Czech Sport Aircraft’s production facility in Kunovice.  The two aircraft will immediately enter into service with the Spanish flight training centre...

Airbus has achieved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification of its Runway Overrun Prevention System (ROPS) for the Airbus A320 Family, allowing for today’s delivery of the first A320 Family member featuring ROPS – an A319 to American Airlines. American has elected to equip all of its A320 Family fleet with Airbus’ ROPS. This...

Cessna Aircraft Company,  is saluting the service men and women in the United States Armed Forces by donating a restored 1953 L-19/O-1 “Bird Dog” aircraft to the Armed Forces Foundation (AFF) for sale this January at the 43rd annual Barrett-Jackson car auction in Scottsdale, Ariz. The auction item includes both the L-19 from Cessna and a...

Airbus is highlighting two corporate jets, an ACJ318 and an ACJ319, at this year’s Dubai Airshow, showcasing the comfort, space and freedom of movement with which they lead the world. Constellation Aviation Services operates the Airbus ACJ318, which features lounge areas at the front, plus a private office/bedroom with ensuite...

On Nov 12, Gulfstream announced that it has been named a 2014 Military Friendly Employer® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse. Gulfstream has earned the 20th spot in the 2014 list, moving up five places from the 2013 ranking. More than 5,000 companies competed for the title via a data-driven survey. The resulting data...

Bell Helicopter will have a strong presence at the 2013 Dubai Airshow, the Middle East's leading aerospace event, held at Dubai World Central November 17-21. Bell Helicopter will feature a number of commercial and military aircraft on static display, showcasing their outstanding capabilities to meet the unique mission requirements in the Middle...

On Nov 14, Gulfstream recognized the one-year anniversary of the first customer delivery of the all-new super mid-sized Gulfstream G280. To date, approximately 20 G280s have entered service. “This is a significant milestone in the history of the G280 and of our company,” said Larry Flynn, president, Gulfstream. “The G280 is the only super...

On November 14, Beechcraft Corporation announced it will display four aircraft at the Dubai Air Show Nov. 17-21 at Dubai World Central in Jebel Ali, Dubai. The company has a year-round presence in Dubai with a sales and support office there as well as a parts distribution center, and it continues to grow its market share of business turboprop...

Bell Textron has delivered the first seven of 15 Bell 429 to the Turkish National Police on or ahead of schedule. The aircraft will be used for a wide array of law enforcement missions, including surveillance, personnel transport and air support of ground operations.The first seven of 15 Bell 429s ordered by the Turkish National Police last year...