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Civil Aviation

Boeing Expands Distribution Agreement with Donaldson for Aviation Filters

At the recent MRO Europe event, Boeing unveiled an extended five-year distribution deal with Donaldson, encompassing air, water, and lubrication filters for the commercial aviation market. While Boeing Distribution (formerly known as Aviall) has been offering Donaldson products for the business and general aviation sector since 2010, this expanded agreement marks a significant step forward.

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Civil Aviation Digital Aviation

Austrian Airlines Prepares for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Fleet Expansion in 2024

Austrian Airlines is gearing up for a new chapter in its aviation journey with the delivery of the first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in 2024. With nine more 787-9 aircraft scheduled to join their fleet in the next five years, the airline is collaborating closely with Boeing’s service teams to usher in digital maintenance solutions and secure the necessary parts inventory.

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Civil Aviation Engineering

Smooth Transitions: China Airlines Chooses Lufthansa Technik for Aircraft Transition Services

In a significant partnership, China Airlines (CAL) has selected Lufthansa Technik AG to provide Aircraft Transition Services for its fleet. This collaboration underscores the trusted relationship between the Taiwan-based carrier and the world’s premier MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) provider. Their recently inked three-year contract will oversee the transition of 12 Boeing 737-800 and 17 Airbus A330 leased aircraft within China Airlines’ fleet. A total of 29 projects are slated across various locations in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Defence Geopolitics

Majestic F/A-18 Super Hornets Take to the Eastern Mediterranean Skies

High above the vast expanse of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, a squadron of F/A-18 Super Hornets from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 soars in a mesmerizing formation. Their synchronized flight, a breathtaking spectacle, epitomizes the prowess of naval aviation and the might of the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the U.S. Navy’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier.

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Defence Geopolitics

Carrier Strike Group 2: Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Sets Sail on Scheduled Deployment

The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), known as IKE, embarked on its scheduled deployment on October 14. This strike group is en route to the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, where it will engage with allies and partners in support of maritime statecraft. This endeavor encompasses naval diplomacy and national efforts to bolster U.S. and allied maritime power.

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Defence

Lockheed Martin Secures Contract for Spanish Navy’s MH-60R Seahawk Helicopters

Lockheed Martin, a global aerospace and defense technology company, has recently been awarded a contract from the U.S. Navy to manufacture eight Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters for the Spanish Navy (Armada). These state-of-the-art aircraft, equipped with advanced mission systems and sensors for anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare, are set to bolster the maritime capabilities of the Spanish Navy significantly. This marks a substantial upgrade from their existing SH-60B Seahawk fleet.

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Defence

Airbus A330 and Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-15 Achieve Milestone in Automatic Air-to-Air Refuelling Tests

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Airbus and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) have achieved a significant milestone in the automatic air-to-air refuelling (A3R) field. The successful test campaign featured the Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) and the RSAF’s F-15 fighter, paving the way for its anticipated certification in the first half of 2024.