American Airlines has unveiled plans to create nearly 500 new aviation maintenance positions and expand heavy maintenance operations at its bases in Charlotte, North Carolina; Pittsburgh; and Tulsa, Oklahoma. This increase in headcount will enable the airline to undertake more heavy maintenance work at these sites. “This growth enhances our maintenance capacity and ensures long-term […] The post American Airlines adds nearly 500 aviation maintenance jobs appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

Boeing has announced a six-month delay in reaching a key production milestone for its 737 MAX, according to three industry sources. The revised timeline now aims to achieve an output of 42 MAX jets per month by March 2025, shifting from the previous target of September 2024. This delay underscores the ongoing difficulties Boeing is […] The post Boeing delays 737 MAX production milestone by six months appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

AerFin has announced the opening of a new office in Singapore, further extending its global footprint. This new location adds to AerFin's existing offices in London Gatwick, Cardiff, Dublin, and Miami, establishing a local presence in some of the world's premier aviation and aerospace hubs. The Singapore office, located in Raffles Place, will be led […] The post AerFin expands global presence with new office in Singapore appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

FTAI Aviation has successfully finalised the acquisition of Lockheed Martin Commercial Engine Solutions (LMCES), a 526,000 ft² aircraft engine maintenance and repair facility based in Montréal, Québec. This acquisition from Lockheed Martin Canada bolsters FTAI Aviation's maintenance, repair, and exchange (MRE) business, enhancing its ability to deliver comprehensive maintenance services to airline customers. The integration […] The post FTAI Aviation completes acquisition of LMCES appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has announced key leadership appointments aimed at strengthening the group's organisation and maintaining its industry-leading standards in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). From September 1, 2024, Michael Grootenboer will take on the role of Senior Vice President (SVP) Procurement for the Air France-KLM Group, […] The post AFI KLM E&M introduces strategic leadership updates appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

ITOCHU Corporation (ITOCHU) has made a strategic investment in Killick Aerospace (Killick) a global provider of aftermarket solutions for airlines, maintenance, repair, and overhaul organisations (MROs), lessors, and asset managers. Killick specialises in delivering commercial aircraft and engine solutions for Airbus and Boeing platforms. This investment signifies ITOCHU's entry into the aircraft aftermarket sector, complementing […] The post ITOCHU enters aircraft aftermarket with Killick investment appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

dnata, a global provider of air and travel services, has secured a multi-year ground handling contract with easyJet at Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland. As part of this partnership, dnata will deliver a comprehensive range of safe and reliable services, including passenger, ramp, and baggage handling, to the low-cost airline. dnata's dedicated team will enhance the […] The post dnata secures easyJet ground handling contract in Zurich appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) has announced the promotion of Jennifer Creevey to Deputy CEO, effective September 9. Creevey, who has served as NAC's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) since May 2023, will continue to oversee Finance and IT, while reporting directly to the CEO. Her promotion comes as part of NAC's strategic efforts to bolster its […] The post Nordic Aviation Capital promotes Jennifer Creevey to Deputy CEO appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract with the Iraq Ministry of Defence for 12 H225M multi-role helicopters. The agreement was formalised in Baghdad by Iraq's Defence Minister, Mr Thabet al-Abbassi, with French Ambassador Patrick Durel present. These helicopters will be utilised by the Iraqi Army Aviation Command, replacing older Mi-17s and expanding their operational capabilities […] The post Iraq Ministry of Defence orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more

The WestJet Group has announced the acquisition of three more Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from SMBC Aviation Capital. This addition comes on top of the six new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft announced earlier this summer. Mike Scott, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of WestJet Group, expressed enthusiasm about the fleet expansion, highlighting […] The post WestJet Group adds three more Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft appeared first on AviTrader Aviation News ..read more