March 2015

Civilian aviation news March 31, 2015

Oman Air says orders 20 Boeing 737s; to double fleet by 2020

(Reuters) – Flag carrier Oman Air has ordered 20 Boeing Co (BA.N) 737 aircraft as part of a plan to double its fleet to…

Civilian aviation news March 31, 2015

New Indian airline Vistara plans to expand into international routes

(Reuters) – Indian airline Vistara plans to expand its fleet size and start flying to overseas destinations within two years, its CEO said on…

Civilian aviation news March 31, 2015

Five more Dauphin helicopters to serve Japanese in police and firefighting missions

A contract for two new Airbus Helicopters Dauphins, along with deliveries of three Dauphins this month, have underscored the importance of this twin-engine aircraft family…

Civilian aviation news March 31, 2015

AW169 Flight Training Device Ready for Training

All new training device now operational in Italy Designed and built by AgustaWestland and operated by Rotorsim Key milestone in the provision of AW169 training…

Civilian aviation news, General Aviation News March 30, 2015

IATA Statement on Germanwings 9525

We are closely following developments in the investigation of the Germanwings 9525 tragedy. Safety is the top priority of everyone involved in the aviation…

Civilian aviation news March 30, 2015

Thailand admits ‘urgent’ need to improve aviation safety

Thai authorities Monday said they would use special powers under junta rule to “urgently” improve airline safety as several carriers face bans on new…

Civilian aviation news March 30, 2015

Bombardier Welcomes Kenya’s Jambojet to the Family of Q400 Turboprop Operators in Africa

Second new operator to launch service with Q400 aircraft in Africa in 2015 Technologically advanced Q400 aircraft chartered from DAC Aviation to provide service to…

Military Aviation News March 30, 2015

Mexico becomes launch customer for new Airbus C295W

Thanks to the winglets, the C295W will be able to transport more payload to a longer distance with around a 4% fuel savings, even in…

Civilian aviation news March 30, 2015

Embraer Sells up to 34 Additional E-Jets to Air France/KLM Group

March 30th, 2015 – Embraer announced today a firm order for 15 E175s and two E190s from KLM Cityhopper, KLM’s regional subsidiary. The contract for…

Civilian aviation news March 30, 2015

Nigeria’s Arik Air Places World’s First Bombardier CRJ1000 NextGen Aircraft with Three-abreast Business-class Seating into Service

Premier, business-class seating in dual-class-configured aircraft allows Arik Air to increase network service on its most popular business routes in West Africa Bombardier Commercial Aircraft…

Spotters News March 29, 2015

Ramey Air Force Base Museum

We have added a new museum with photo gallery to our museum website www.aviationmuseum.eu. Ramey Air Force Base Museum 572 Ave Ing Orlando Alarcon, Rafael…

Civilian aviation news March 29, 2015

Air Canada flight 624 crash lands at Halifax Airport, loses wing, passengers safe

Air Canada flight AC624, an Airbus A320 C-FTJP, that was involved in an incident upon landing at Halifax International Airport, Nova Scotia. The incident occurred…

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