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    ATR Announces New Order of ATR 72-600F by FedEx Corp.

    Source: ATR World’s largest express transportation provider adds 10 ATR 72-600F to its feeder fleet  ATR, the leading manufacturer of regional aircraft worldwide, announced a major contract with FedEx Corp., the world’s largest express transportation provider, for the acquisition of 10 ATR 72-600F. This order adds to a previous commitment of 30 aircraft, and deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2029.   The only in-production regional freighter on the market, the ATR 72-600F incorporates the latest technology featured in the ATR –600 series while being specifically designed for cargo operations. A bulk configuration helps in optimising the available volume – up to 75 m3 – thanks to the nine vertical nets, attachment points on the floor and lateral tracks. In [...]

    2025-03-24T15:36:12+02:00March 24th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

      Embraer returns to the Avalon Australian International Airshow 2025

      Source: Embraer Embraer’s fleet in Australia set to grow with the delivery of Virgin Australia’s E190-E2 this year Embraer’s long-standing presence in Australia dates back to 1978 Melbourne, Australia, 20 March 2025 – Embraer marks its presence in Australia at the Avalon Airshow from 25 to 30 March 2025, reflecting Embraer’s relevance and long-standing presence in the market with E-Jets and Embraer’s portfolio of business jets. Australia’s Embraer fleet will soon grow with the delivery of eight E190-E2s for Virgin Australia. Today there are nearly 50 E-Jets and 20 Embraer business jets operating in Australasia; including the Phenom 300 series, the world's best-selling, most delivered light jet for the last 13 consecutive years. On the commercial aviation front, the region [...]

      2025-03-20T16:54:35+02:00March 21st, 2025|AROUND THE WORLD, MANUFACTURERS, News|

      Airbus wraps up VERTICON 2025 with commitments for 118 helicopters

      Source: Airbus Airbus Helicopters wraps up the 2025 edition of VERTICON with 118 commitments, including 63 firm orders, from customers worldwide for a variety of its multi-mission helicopters. Major highlights included more than 74 commitments for the H140, the new light twin-engined multi-mission helicopter that was unveiled at the show. Emergency medical services will be the first mission to enter into service for the H140. Major HEMS operators in the U.S. and in Europe — Global Medical Response, ADAC Luftrettung, ÖAMTC Flugrettung, Air Methods, Stat MedEvac, Metro Aviation, and DRF Luftrettung — signed orders and letters of intent for the helicopter. “The H140 was designed by customers for customers. Signing with some of the world’s most prominent EMS operators shows [...]

      2025-03-14T18:22:39+02:00March 14th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

      New York State Police orders Airbus H160 and three H145 helicopters

      Source: Airbus Copyright © Eric Raz - Airbus New York State Police has placed an order for an Airbus H160 and three H145 helicopters, making them the first law enforcement agency in the U.S. to add an H160 to their fleet. This announcement follows the agency’s order of two H145s in 2024 as New York State Police moves to replace their existing helicopters. Originally formed in 1931, the New York State Police Aviation Unit provides services to police across the state, as well as lifesaving and environmental conservation services. “New York State Police are setting a new standard in the law enforcement industry with the H160 which features the highest levels of innovation,” said Bart Reijnen, Head of the North [...]

      2025-03-12T21:35:09+02:00March 13th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

      Air Methods expands fleet with Airbus, including H140 helicopters

      Source: Airbus Air Methods, the leading air medical provider in the U.S., is expanding its fleet with the addition of new Airbus helicopters. The agreement includes the acquisition of H140 helicopters, as well as 10 H125s and 11 H135s, to support air medical missions across the country. “We are excited to initiate our fleet expansion efforts with Airbus helicopters,” said Air Methods CEO Rob Hamilton. “This Global Fleet Agreement not only enhances our ability to support our customers with cutting-edge aircraft but also strategically positions Air Methods for sustained growth and innovation in the decade ahead.” As the largest civil operator of Airbus helicopters worldwide, Air Methods operates a vast fleet of Airbus models, including the H125, H130, H135 and [...]

      2025-03-12T17:35:36+02:00March 12th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

      ATR Promotes Inclusion & Gender Diversity in Aviation

      Source: ATR ATR reaffirms its commitment to fostering gender equality and inclusion, both within our company and across the aviation industry. A Strong Commitment At ATR, diversity and equal opportunities are at the heart of our corporate values, driving innovation and strengthening our collective success. We believe that mixed teams create a more dynamic and resilientworkplace. Throughout the year, our employees are actively engaged in fostering an inclusive culture and contributing to meaningful change. We are proud to support initiatives that promote gender diversity and inspire future generations of aviation professionals. Concrete Actions for a Lasting Impact As part of our long-term commitment, ATR has implemented several initiatives to advance gender equality: Active partnership with “Féminisons les métiers de l’aéronautique” [...]

      2025-03-11T16:52:52+02:00March 11th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

        Airbus’ February 2025 Orders and Deliveries

        Source: Airbus Check out our order and delivery summary in the table below (numbers valid at the end of February 2025). February 2025 deliveries: 40 deliveries to 25 customers February 2025 gross orders: 14 2025 deliveries: 65 deliveries to 34 customers Single-Aisle A300/A310 A330 A340 A350 A380 Total Total orders 20016 816 1863* 377 1363 251 24686 Total deliveries 12314 816 1625* 377 645 251 16028 Aircraft in operation 11378 258 1462* 193 644 220 14155 *excludes 2 A330-900 delivered to AIR BELGIUM via AIRBUS FINANCIAL SERVICES

        2025-03-07T19:38:48+02:00March 7th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

          Airbus publishes agenda for 2025 Annual General Meeting 

          Source: Airbus Airbus SE has published the agenda for its Annual General Meeting (AGM) taking place on 15 April 2025 in Amsterdam. Proposed resolutions include the renewal of Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury’s Board mandate as Executive Member, along with the renewal of the mandates of Non-Executive Members Catherine Guillouard and Irene Rummelhoff. Also on the voting agenda is the proposed appointment of Dr. Doris Höpke as a Non-Executive Member, replacing Claudia Nemat whose mandate expires at the close of the AGM and is not seeking re-election. Dr. Höpke currently acts as an independent advisor and mediator and brings extensive experience of risk management, human resources, law and conflict resolution. She is currently a member of the Supervisory Board of [...]

          2025-03-05T16:57:44+02:00March 6th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

            Embraer’s Phenom 300 series named world’s best-selling, most delivered, light jet for 13th consecutive year

            Source: Embraer Aircraft also confirmed as the most delivered twin-engine jet for the fifth consecutive year Numbers were released during GAMA’s State of the Industry press conference in Washington, D.C. Embraer’s Phenom 300 series is once again the world's best-selling, most delivered light jet for the 13th consecutive year, according to data released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). The data also confirmed the light jet as the most delivered twin-engine jet for the fifth year in a row. To achieve this distinction, the company delivered 65 Phenom 300 series aircraft throughout 2024, ending the year with the industry’s highest book-to-bill. With more than 830 deliveries worldwide, operations in 40 countries and over 2.5 million flight hours, the Phenom [...]

            2025-03-03T23:29:50+02:00March 4th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

              ATR’s Sustainability Strategy Receives the EcoVadis Silver Rating

              Source: ATR Following our first sustainability assessment, ATR has received the Ecovadis Silver medal, recognising our continuous efforts to embed sustainability in our daily activities.  As the world leader in regional aviation, we have a responsibility towards our communities to chart a more responsible future for our industry. Our Sustainability strategy reflects our commitment to reaching this goal, which is echoed in the way we act, interact and structure our business. For the first time in 2024 we voluntarily tested our sustainability strategy against international standards, using EcoVadis’ rating to evaluate the environmental, social, and ethical performance of our business and get insights for improvement. The silver rating we received places ATR in the top 15% of all rated companies over [...]

              2025-02-26T08:48:40+02:00February 26th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|