Weekly Newsletter - 2nd January 2025
GE Aerospace to enhance Airspace insight with Aireon’s global ADS-B data
GE Aerospace will soon integrate Aireon’s space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data into its Airspace Insight platform, providing airlines and operators with real-time, global aircraft tracking capabilities. This move will enhance the platform’s ability to optimize flight paths, improve operational efficiency, and support maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities. Read more...
Archer to roll out its flagship ‘Midnight’ from Georgia facility
Archer Aviation recently completed its manufacturing facility at Covington Municipal Airport in Georgia. This new facility is built in tandem with Stellantis and hopes to begin the production of Archer’s flagship all-electric ‘Midnight’ aircraft towards the end of next year. The facility aims to roll out two aircraft per month with plans to scale production of 650 aircraft annually by 2030. Read more...
Brussels Airlines to welcome three new A320neos, strengthening eco-friendly fleet by 2026
Brussels Airlines has announced?to expand its fleet with?three more Airbus A320neo aircraft by the summer of 2026, as part of its ongoing fleet renewal program.?The new aircraft joins a fleet that currently includes five A320neo aircraft, with plans to introduce three more by 2026.?These additional units will replace two older A319s and expand the airline’s capacity, offering improved environmental performance, better fuel efficiency, and an enhanced passenger experience. Read more...
AerCap signs lease deal for Boeing 787-9 to support TAAG’s growth
AerCap has signed a sale and leaseback agreement with TAAG Angola Airlines for a new Boeing 787-9 aircraft. This partnership marks a significant step in TAAG’s fleet modernization program, as the airline aims to expand its network across Africa, Europe, and Asia with one of the most fuel-efficient widebody aircraft available, scheduled for delivery in February 2025. Read more...