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Jordan Airmotive Expands Partnership with Tarco Aviation

Jordan Airmotive has announced the extension of its partnership with Tarco Aviation from Sudan, enhancing their cooperation with the addition of two newly purchased CFM56-7B engines. This development follows their previous work on the CFM56-3 engines, further solidifying a collaborative relationship that continues to thrive in the region. The extended partnership highlights Jordan Airmotive’s commitment to providing top-tier maintenance and engine…

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Global Airlines Completes First Engine Tests on A380

Global Airlines (UK) has successfully completed the first engine tests on its sole A380 aircraft, bearing serial number 120. The tests were conducted at the EFW (Elbe Flugzeugwerke) facilities in Dresden, Germany. While the airline had initially planned to launch operations in 2025, the exact start date remains pending as the company continues its preparations.

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AFI KLM E&M Extends PBH Contract with Air China Cargo

AFI KLM E&M (France) has announced a significant extension to its Power By the Hour (PBH) contract with Air China Cargo. The expanded agreement now includes additional Boeing 777 Freighters (B777F), each equipped with GE90-110B engines. This development highlights the strong partnership between the two companies and AFI KLM E&M’s commitment to delivering comprehensive and reliable maintenance solutions.

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UrbanLink Partners with FEAM Aero for All-Electric Fleet

UrbanLink Air Mobility (US) has announced a strategic partnership with FEAM Aero (US) to ensure the safety, efficiency, and readiness of its all-electric fleet. This collaboration marks a significant step in UrbanLink’s mission to revolutionize air mobility by providing sustainable and reliable transportation solutions.

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Toki Air Extends Schedule Changes Due to Aircraft Maintenance

Toki Air, a regional airline based in Japan, has announced the extension of its suspension and schedule changes until January 20, 2024, due to ongoing aircraft maintenance. The airline is currently operating with only one aircraft after one of its two ATRs was struck by lightning, rendering it temporarily out of service.

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ATR and Ethiopian Airlines Sign Agreement to Enhance Maintenance Capabilities

ATR, the world’s leading regional aircraft manufacturer, and Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline, have reinforced their partnership by signing a Joint Comprehensive Action Plan. This strategic agreement aims to establish in-house maintenance capabilities for ATR -500 and -600 series aircraft within Ethiopian Airlines’ operations.

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Azman Air Denies Aircraft Sale to Iran Amid Maintenance-Related Allegations

Azman Air, a Nigerian airline, has firmly denied allegations that it sold two of its aircraft—a Boeing 737-300 and an Airbus A340-600—to Mahan Air in Iran. The airline clarified that these aircraft were dispatched to Iran solely for C-check maintenance, a routine procedure mandated every 18 months by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).

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Adani Defence Acquires Air Works for $47 Million

Adani Defence Systems & Technologies, a prominent player in India’s defense and aerospace sectors, has acquired an 85.8% stake in Air Works India for an enterprise value of $47 million. This acquisition marks a significant step in Adani Defence’s efforts to expand its footprint in the aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry.