Source: ATR Celebrated every year on December 3rd, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities is an opportunity for us all to champion significant and necessary changes in our communities to advance the wellbeing of individuals of all abilities. As an aircraft manufacturer, we play a vital role in shaping the travel experience of our customers’ passengers. As a responsible business and world leader in regional aviation, we embrace our responsibility of pioneering a welcoming and accessible environment for every traveler. Onboard Wheelchair and Ramp Access: To ensure a smooth boarding process, ATR aircraft can accommodate onboard wheelchairs and offer the option for a ramp to facilitate entry, making boarding convenient for passengers with mobility challenges. Audioback®: Our commitment to [...]

Source: ATR ATR is excited to announce the release of the 5th issue of the External Change Catalogue, presenting 12 new developments and offering operators a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to enhance the efficiency, comfort, and operational capabilities of their ATR aircraft.   Each solution is designed and fully supported by our network of specialised External Design Organisation partners, carefully selected based on their demonstrated expertise and authorisation to certify solutions through relevant regulatory authorities.  These upgrades aim to enhance operational efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and sustain regulatory compliance.  For each solution installed, the STC supplements are systematically available for consultation in ATR Tech Data portals (ATRnavX and e-flight ops Doc).  The release of this 5th edition of the [...]

Source: Embraer The award recognizes the extraordinary achievements of individuals and teams in the aviation industry Embraer Aircraft Maintenance Services will be recognized for shortening airframe check times and improving the quality of the product delivered by going paperless Embraer Aircraft Maintenance Services (EAMS) has been honored with an Aviation Week Network Laureate Award in the MRO category. The award recognizes Embraer’s heavy maintenance facilities for shortening airframe check times by transitioning to a paperless system during a period of high demand and full hangars. As part of this initiative, more than 500 digital devices were distributed to technicians for daily operations. The award ceremony will take place at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC, on March 6, 2025. [...]

Source: Boeing Buckley to join Finance and Governance & Public Policy committees The Boeing Company Board of Directors today announced that it has elected Tim Buckley as its newest member, effective January 1, 2025. Buckley will serve on the Finance and Governance & Public Policy committees. Buckley, 55, previously served as Chair and CEO of The Vanguard Group, where he successfully led one of the largest investment management firms in the world, with nearly $10 trillion in assets under management. "Tim is a renowned, trusted leader who brings the voice of the investor and a track record of business success to our Board," said Boeing Board Chair Steve Mollenkopf. "Tim's familiarity with the broad investor community, expertise managing complex business [...]

Source: ATR Following an extensive market review and in light of lingering tensions on its supply chain, ATR has decided to focus efforts on further boosting the competitiveness of its current product portfolio. As a consequence, ATR will stop the development of its Short Take-Off and Landing variant (STOL), the ATR 42-600S, reflecting the company’s commitment to aligning operations with evolving market dynamics. The comprehensive review of market conditions, technological advancements and future projections shows a reduced addressable market for the variant compared to the initial forecast. In Southeast Asia, for instance, the number of targeted airports requiring STOL-capable aircraft has significantly decreased, primarily because of runway extensions or the construction of nearby alternative airports, and this trend is mirrored [...]