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Airbus in Hamburg extends Customer Definition Centre (CDC)
New ways of cabin definition for A320 and A330 customers Airbus in Hamburg has launched the extension of its Customer Definition Centre (CDC) which will serve customers for A320 and A330 aircraft. Thus far, since its operations began in 2014, the CDC has been the ‘product showroom’ exclusively for A350 XWB customers. Following this extension…
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The Airbus A319neo takes to the skies
Third member of successful A320neo Family starts flight test campaign The first Airbus A319neo performed its maiden flight today, The smallest member of the A320neo Family, powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines took off from Hamburg and landed in Toulouse after a 5 hour flight. It was piloted by Experimental test pilots Michel Gagneux and…
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Latin America fleet to more than double during the next 20 years
The Airbus Global Market Forecast sees demand for 2,500 new aircraft for region’s fleet From 2016-2035, Latin America will require 2,570 new passenger and freighter aircraft, including 2,030 single-aisle and 540 widebody, worth an estimated US$350 billion. According to the most recent Airbus Global Market Forecast presented by Rafael Alonso, President of Airbus Latin America…
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ockwell Collins at Aircraft Interiors 2017: Delivering a connected, curb-to-curb experience for passengers
Rockwell Collins will be showcasing its powerful suite of broadband connectivity and wireless cabin solutions at this year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany, April 4-6. The exhibit will feature demonstrations of the company’s wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) and connectivity products that are transforming the passenger experience and bringing greater value to airlines. “We’re enabling…
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CLASS-LEADING GULFSTREAM TRIO TO LAND AT ABACE 2017
Flagship Gulfstream G650ER To Be Joined By Gulfstream G280 And Gulfstream G550 Gulfstream Aerospace Corp.’s class-leading trio will arrive at China’s Shanghai Hongqiao Airport this month for the Asian Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (ABACE). The show will run from April 11-13 at the Shanghai Hawker Pacific Business Aviation Service Center. Gulfstream’s super-midsize Gulfstream G280,…
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Pilatus PC-12 NG Now Approved for Commercial Operations in Europe
Following a decision by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), the PC-12 NG, the world’s best-selling single-engine turboprop aircraft, is now approved for commercial operations in Europe. The PC-12 has been in successful commercial use for years in other parts of the world, be it for business, medical transport or cargo flights. Single-engine turbine aircraft…
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Rosa Mota, TAP ” Flight attendant” for a day
The Olympic champion joined us on board to help commemorate – dressed for the part – the first birthday of the airline’s Ponte Aérea service On the day when TAP’s Ponte Aérea service celebrated its first anniversary, Rosa Mota changed her usual tracksuit for the company livery. The national athlete came on board two TAP…
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New TAP destination in Africa: Lomé
Flights to Lomé, in Togo, already available for booking As from now, it is possible to book flights to Lomé, in Togo, with TAP. The operation to this new destination will start on July 17th, with four weekly flights. Portugal will then be even closer to Africa, since it will fly to 16 destinations in…
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AirAsia celebrates return to Clark Airport with maiden flight to Kalibo
AirAsia today marked its return to Clark International Airport with first flight to Kalibo departing on time at 1:35PM carrying more than 160 passengers. Philippines AirAsia CEO Captain Dexter Comendador said, “It feels so good to be back here. Today, we are re-affirming our commitment to make travel more accessible, affordable and for AirAsia to…
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PAL to launch Chengdu – Kalibo, Chengdu – Cebu flights
Philippine Airlines is all set to officially launch its Chengdu – Kalibo and Chengdu – Cebu flights which will enable the Chinese market to land directly in Central Philippines. Cebu is PAL’s second hub outside Manila with 7 international and 13 domestic destinations while Kalibo operates flights to 5 international and 2 domestic points. PAL…
