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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

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.