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G-Shock introduces Gravitymaster for aviation professionals
Casio America, Inc. has announced the introduction of Gravitymaster, an all-new model in its G-SHOCK Master of G collection of men´s tactical watches for aviation professionals, the company said. Gravitymaster, GRB200 has three … Continue reading “G-Shock introduces Gravitymaster for aviation professionals”
Avatar Airlines to launch in late 2021
Airline startup Avatar Airlines has announced it is preparing to launch in late 2021 with a cost-efficient, debt-free and well-capitalized fleet and projected fares 30 to 50% less than the regular fares of … Continue reading “Avatar Airlines to launch in late 2021”
US Transportation Secretary announces infrastructure grants of USD 15.7m to Montana airports
US Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao has announced more than USD 1.2 billion in airport safety and infrastructure grants will be awarded to 405 airports in the US and six US territories, … Continue reading “US Transportation Secretary announces infrastructure grants of USD 15.7m to Montana airports”
US Air Force awards contracts to 4 industry teams to develop drones for Skyborg robotic wingman
Forbes has reported the US Air Force has awarded four US industry teams with contracts to develop unmanned air systems for potential use in the loyal wingman program, the news source said. The … Continue reading “US Air Force awards contracts to 4 industry teams to develop drones for Skyborg robotic wingman”
Lockheed awarded USD 911m contract for test programs on THAAD air-defense missile
Lockheed Martin Corp. has announced the US Department of Defense has awarded the company with an additional USD 911.7 million contract for incremental development and to support flight and ground test programs of … Continue reading “Lockheed awarded USD 911m contract for test programs on THAAD air-defense missile”
Architect Equity acquires the Aeromatrix Composites to enhance solutions/products in aerospace market
Architect Equity, a California-based private investment firm, has acquired the Florida-based Aerospace Composites Division of AAR Corp, d/b/a Aeromatrix Composites, a provider of composite products and solutions in the aerospace and defense industries, … Continue reading “Architect Equity acquires the Aeromatrix Composites to enhance solutions/products in aerospace market”
Ontario International Airport recognized for commitment to customer service
Ontario International Airport (ONT) has announced an aviation trade organization has recognized the airport for its commitment to customer service, placing the Southern California gateway among just nine airports in North America — … Continue reading “Ontario International Airport recognized for commitment to customer service”
Alaska Airlines permanently eliminates change fees
Alaska Airlines has announced it is eliminating change fees on all domestic and international tickets on a permanent basis, the company said. The new change-fee policy applies to all tickets, except for Saver … Continue reading “Alaska Airlines permanently eliminates change fees”
GOL repays term loan B in the amount of USD 300m
Brazil-Based GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL) (B3: GOLL4) has announces it has fulfilled its repayment obligations under the Term Loan B contracted in August 2015 in the amount of USD 300 … Continue reading “GOL repays term loan B in the amount of USD 300m”
FAA certifies Sikorsky Black Hawk replacement cargo hook kit
Onboard Systems International, LLC, a helicopter cargo hook equipment manufacturer, has announced the FAA has STC-certified replacement cargo hook kits for the Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawk, the company said. The new kits feature … Continue reading “FAA certifies Sikorsky Black Hawk replacement cargo hook kit”