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Historic
Military
Sweden to acquire second-hand C-130Js from Italy
After looking at various options for modernising their six Tp84 (C-130H) Hercules, the Swedish Air Force has instead opted to acquire second-hand C-130Js from Italy
Norway terminates NH90 contract
Norway’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) has decided to abandon introduction of the NH90 into Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF) service and authorised the Norwegian Defence Material Agency to terminate the contract.
Bell Textron Canada to modernise RCAF’s CH-146 Griffon helicopter fleet
The Canadian government has awarded Bell Textron Canada a contract to modernise the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF’s) 85-strong fleet of CH-146 Griffon utility helicopters – a move that aims to extend the type’s service life until at least the mid-2030s.
Commercial
Willie Walsh retires from IAG
IAG chief takes his delayed retirement, as former Iberia boss takes over amid shareholder revolt over Walsh’s pay
Which airlines still fly the Boeing 747?
With numbers of the iconic jumbo reducing, it’s hard to keep track of who still operates them. Key.Aero analyses the figures to find out which carriers will still take you on a 747…
EasyJet cuts capacity – and blames government
In light of recent changes to the government’s quarantine rules, the low-cost carrier expects to operate less than 40% of planned capacity in the fourth quarter
How hot drinks caused two A350 engine shutdowns
On two separate occasions, a spilt hot drink caused uncommanded mid-flight engine shutdowns and diversions on Airbus’ next-generation widebody
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Celebrates Maiden Aircraft Milestone
New UAE subsidiary of the European low-cost carrier takes delivery of its first aircraft, marking a major step ahead of its October launch
Flight Simulation
Southern California for X-Plane Released
Orbx has announced TrueEarth US Southern California HD for X-Plane 11 is now available.
Global TerraFlora v2 Out Now
Orbx has announced Global TerraFlora v2 for Prepar3D version 4 and 5 is now available.
