Guillaume Faury, CEO of Airbus, and Roberto Cingolani, CEO of Leonardo, visiting ATR’s Final Assembly Line today.
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Photo: ATR
FAA Grounds New York Helicopter Charter Inc. Amid Safety Concerns.
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FAA Grounds New York Helicopter Charter Inc. Amid Safety Concerns
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an emergency grounding order for New York Helicopter Charter Inc., following a fatal crash involving a Bell 206 helicopter in the Hudson River. The incident, which occurred on April 10, 2025, claimed the…
Saudi Fund Extends Additional USD 17 Million Loan for Velana International Airport Development.
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Saudi Fund Extends Additional USD 17 Million Loan for Velana International Airport Development
The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) has approved an additional loan of USD 17 million to support the ongoing expansion of Velana International Airport (VIA). This funding aims to advance the construction of a new international passenger terminal and enhance…
Maldivian to Hand Over Maldivian Aviation Academy to Private Foreign Company.
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Maldivian to Hand Over Maldivian Aviation Academy to Private Foreign Company
Island Aviation Services Ltd (IASL) is in the process of ceasing its operation of the Maldivian Aviation Academy in Gan, Addu City, with plans to transfer management to a foreign-owned private entity.The flight training school was established in 2022 through…
Maldives Bans Entry to Israeli Passport Holders.
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Maldives Bans Entry to Israeli Passport Holders
President Mohamed Muizzu on Tuesday ratified a significant amendment to the Maldives Immigration Act, officially banning Israeli passport holders from entering the country. The decision comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, with the government citing the measure…
MACL Aerodrome and Ground Aids staff teaming up with flydubai for a FOD walk at the Main Apron.
Photo: MACL
Photo: MACL
China Suspends Boeing Jet Deliveries Amid Escalating Trade Tensions.
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China Suspends Boeing Jet Deliveries Amid Escalating Trade Tensions
In a significant escalation of the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and China, Beijing has instructed its airlines to suspend further deliveries of Boeing aircraft and halt purchases of aircraft parts from U.S. companies. This directive comes…
Manta Air Revises Salary Structure to 50% MVR and 50% USD.
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Manta Air Revises Salary Structure to 50% MVR and 50% USD
Manta Air has introduced a change to its salary payment structure, shifting from its previous system of 100% payment in US dollars to a new split model. Under the revised structure, employees will now receive 50% of their salary in Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)…
Gulfstream G800 Receives FAA and EASA Certification, Surpasses Performance Expectations.
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Gulfstream G800 Receives FAA and EASA Certification, Surpasses Performance Expectations
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics announced today that the all-new Gulfstream G800, the world’s longest-range business jet has achieved type certification from both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the…
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Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Mohamed Ameen, addressed the ICAO Facilitation Conference 2025 in Doha, emphasizing the crucial role aviation plays for Small Island Developing States like the Maldives. Minister highlighted the importance of tailored solutions, digital transformation, and robust capacity-building to support sustainable growth and resilience in the aviation sector for island nations.
Malaysia Airlines Unveils New Livery in Partnership with Manchester United.
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Istanbul Airport Achieves European First with Triple Simultaneous Departures.
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Istanbul Airport Achieves European First with Triple Simultaneous Departures
Istanbul Airport (IST) made aviation history by becoming the first airport in Europe to implement triple independent runway operations.
Mid-Air Hijacking: Passenger Killed After Attempting to Seize Belize Flight.
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Mid-Air Hijacking: Passenger Killed After Attempting to Seize Belize Flight
Chaos erupted aboard a Tropic Air passenger flight on Thursday when an individual attempted to hijack the aircraft mid-flight. The assailant, later identified as U.S. citizen Akinyela Sawa Taylor, reportedly brandished a knife, sending passengers and crew…
Philippines’ Airworks Aviation Academy to Cover Medical Costs After Student Injured in Propeller Incident.
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Philippines’ Airworks Aviation Academy to Cover Medical Costs After Student Injured in Propeller Incident
Airworks Aviation Academy has released a follow-up statement after a serious incident in which a student was struck by a spinning aircraft propeller, resulting in significant injury. While withholding personal details to protect the individual’s privacy,…
British Airways Crew Member Found Dead in Hotel During San Francisco Stopover.
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British Airways Crew Member Found Dead in Hotel During San Francisco Stopover
Tragedy struck during a routine layover when a British Airways crew member was discovered deceased in their hotel room. The incident occurred while the crew was stationed in San Francisco between flights.The crew member had checked into the £150 a night accommodation…
Trade Turbulence: Boeing 737 Bound for China Turns Back to USA.
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Trade Turbulence: Boeing 737 Bound for China Turns Back to USA
In a striking display of the ongoing trade war between the United States and China, a second Boeing 737 MAX 8 jet intended for a Chinese airline has been redirected back to the USA.The aircraft, which departed from Boeing's Zhoushan completion center near…
Passengers Evacuate Delta Airbus A330 After Engine Fire at Orlando Airport.
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Passengers Evacuate Delta Airbus A330 After Engine Fire at Orlando Airport
Passengers aboard Delta Air Lines flight 1213 were forced to evacuate the Airbus A330 at Orlando International Airport after flames were observed coming from the aircraft’s engine during startup. The flight was scheduled to depart for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta…