Aircraft

05.03.2010 2:00

Somon Air orders two 737-900ER aircraft

Somon Air has purchased two Boeing 737-900ERs in its first direct purchase of aircraft from an airframer. The Dushanbe, Tajikstan-based carrier signed. [Read more]

05.03.2010 2:00

Thales inks deal with airline to install complete in-flight connectivity suite

Thales has reached agreement with a "very significant" airline covering installation of its TopConnect in-flight connectivity suite comprising such cabin. [Read more]

05.03.2010 2:00

Inquiry: Crosswind limit clarity needed after A320 wing-strike

German investigators believe that lack of clarity over crosswind operating limits contributed. [Read more]

05.03.2010 2:00

Atlas to assume Dreamlifter control in September

Atlas Air has been awarded a nine-year contract to operate Boeing's fleet of four modified 747-400 Dreamlifters, the logistical backbone of the airframer's. [Read more]

04.03.2010 2:00

Boeing and University of Tokyo sign collaboration deal

Boeing and the University of Tokyo have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on technology projects. Researchers from both parties will. [Read more]

04.03.2010 2:00

Tunisia signs for two Lockheed C-130Js

Tunisia has become the latest customer to commit to Lockheed Martin's C-130J Hercules, having signed a contract to acquire two of the aircraft. [Read more]

04.03.2010 2:00

Monthly audits show F-35 production plagued by parts shortages

US government auditors monitoring the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme have warned that Lockheed Martin expects delays of aircraft deliveries will continue. [Read more]

04.03.2010 2:00

China selling MA60s to Myanmar and Sri Lanka

The China National Aero-Technology Import and Export Corporation (CATIC) has ordered nine MA60 transports on behalf of two Asian customers, according to. [Read more]