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Belfast Airbus wing production expansion plan revived

11/03/2025 < 1 minute read

Plans to increase production of wings for the Airbus A220 at the Spirit Aerosystems site in Belfast have been revived, giving optimism for employment and a boost to the wider local economy. The plans were originally submitted in 2019 when Spirit Aerosystems was owned by Bombardier, which made the C-Series [read more]

Airbus launches new helicopter at Verticon

11/03/2025 2 minute read

Airbus Helicopters has introduced a new helicopter to its line up at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas. The H140 is a twin-engined light helicopter in the 3-tonne class and is designed to be a multi-mission aircraft for passenger, medical, private and business aviation markets. The aircraft [read more]

Flying Time and Fuel Computation Automation in Business Aviation: Surmounting the Political Terrain

11/03/2025 3 minute read

The business aviation domain has faced serious hurdles due to the current complex global political scenario, which has made a shift towards the automated systems for calculating flight times and fuel requirements a must. This move is a stepping stone for increasing the operational efficiency, accuracy in flight cost evaluations [read more]

Embraer E190-E2 "Profit Hunter" (Image: Nick Harding / UK Aviation Media)

Embraer eyes manufacturing possibilities in Poland

11/03/2025 2 minute read

Brazilian OEM Embraer is setting out plans for a potential final assembly line in Poland following a recent visit to the country. Polish industry is already a supplier to the Embraer E2 programme, but now Embraer is looking to make Poland a centre of excellence in Europe for aviation manufacturing. [read more]

Pictured are Cabin Crew Niamh Keegan and Nicola Carooza Aer Lingus’ inaugural flight from Manchester Airport direct to New York, JFK.

Aer Lingus launches Manchester Airport sale

10/03/2025 < 1 minute read

Aer Lingus (EI/EIN) has launched a March sale for transatlantic flights from Manchester Airport (MAN/EGCC) for travel in September through to December 2025. The sale could prove the perfect time for those looking to book some winter sun in Barbados and Florida or a pre-Christmas shopping trip to New York. [read more]

New range of electric helicopter engines launched by magniX

10/03/2025 < 1 minute read

Everett, Washington based magniX has unveiled a range of lightweight, high-speed electric engines designed for helicopters. Designed for small singe-engine helicopters through to larger hybrid twin-engined aircraft, the Heli-Storm engines have operating speeds between 6,000 and 7,000 rpm and are significantly lighter than turbine engines. By combinging the engines with [read more]

Mixed, and even all female crews are thankfully becoming a more common sight as more women obtain pilot licences

BALPA signs Women in Aviation Charter

08/03/2025 2 minute read

The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) has signed the Women in Aviation and Aerospace Charter, which reaffirms the union’s commitment to gender equality and inclusivity in the aviation industry. The charter sets out BALPA’s commitment to advancing the careers of women in aviation and creating an environment where women can [read more]

IWD 2025 – The first female Concorde pilot

08/03/2025 3 minute read

Barbara Harmer’s journey from hairdresser to the first qualified female Concorde pilot is a testament to her determination, passion, and pioneering spirit in aviation. Early Life and Initial Career Born on September 14, 1953, in Loughton, Essex, Barbara was the youngest of four daughters. She was raised in Bognor Regis, [read more]

Loganair opens applications for engineering apprenticeship scheme

07/03/2025 2 minute read

Leading regional airline Loganair (LM/LOG) has opened applications for its mechanical engineering apprenticeship scheme as it looks to recruit the next generation of engineers at its Glasgow and Aberdeen bases. The Loganair Modern Apprentice programme on Aircraft Maintenance (SCQF Level 6) is a four-year structured programme which allows apprentices to [read more]

Why a Kneeboard is a Must-Have for Pilots

07/03/2025 3 minute read

Every pilot understands the importance of having ready access to essential flight information while in the cockpit. A kneeboard serves as an invaluable tool, helping pilots organize notes, charts, and other important documents. Its design allows for easy visibility and accessibility, even when strapped in. There are several reasons why [read more]

Airbus delivers 40 aircraft in February

07/03/2025 < 1 minute read

Airbus delivered 40 aircraft to 25 customers in February 2025, bringing the total for the year to date to 65 aircraft. Singe-aisle deliveries topped the list with 20 A321neo, 12 A320neo, one A319neo and four A220-300 airliners being delivered to customers including British Airways, Air Baltic and Wizz Air. Three [read more]

Aerospace Bristol to host Concorde crew Q&A

03/03/2025 < 1 minute read

Aerospace Bristol, home of Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, is set to host a question and answer session with former Concorde crew, including the Captain who flew Alpha Foxtrot for the final time. The event will feature a live question and answer session with former British Airways Concorde pilot Les Brodie as [read more]

Turkish Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Turkish Airlines announce new Cambodia route opening new opportunities from UK

03/03/2025 < 1 minute read

Turkish Airlines has announced it will commence flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh from December 2025, opening up the opportunity for passengers to fly to Cambodia via Istanbul from many UK airports. The new route will be operated three times per week via Bangkok departing Istanbul on Wednesdays, Fridays and [read more]

Jump Air ATR pilots were “confused” when landing at Guernsey in fog

28/02/2025 2 minute read

According to an Air Accident Investigations Branch (AAIB) report, neither pilot knew how close they were to the ground when attempting to land in fog at Guernsey Airport last year. The ATR72-500, which was being chartered by Aurigny Air Services, descended well below the approach ban altitude with the runway [read more]

Jet2 Boeing 757 G-LSAN touches down at Funchal Airport, Madeira (Image: UK Aviation Media)

Jet2 tops Which? survey while British Airways hits the bottom

27/02/2025 3 minute read

Consumer survey specialist Which? has released its annual airline survey with Jet2 and Loganair topping the short-haul airline lists where Ryanair was placed last. British Airways, which used to brand itself as the world’s favourite airline, is at the bottom of the long-haul list with Singapore Airlines and Etihad topping [read more]

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