Embraer and Rheinmetall are in discussions to expand their training network with a focus on the C-390. The aim is evaluate the needs of the increasing number of C-390 European customers with respect to training and decide on the development of a dedicated training center in the region, supporting existing and future C-390 customers. Currently, there is an Embraer C-390 Training Center in Brazil, in the state of São Paulo, featuring a Full Flight and Mission Simulator (FFMS) and a Loadmaster … [Read more...] about Embraer and Rheinmetall discussing a new C-390 Training Center in Europe
Aircraft Manufacturers
New pilot assistance technologies take to the road with Airbus’ Optimate demonstrator
Automatic aircraft taxiing and new pilot assistance features to be tested in innovative electric truck Airbus UpNext, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Airbus, has started testing new technologies to support automatic taxiing and enhance pilot assistance onboard an innovative electric truck. The three-year research project, called Optimate, will combine a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including advanced automation, computer vision, data fusion, and machine learning, to improve … [Read more...] about New pilot assistance technologies take to the road with Airbus’ Optimate demonstrator
Saudia Group orders 105 A320neo Family aircraft to support Saudi Arabia’s aviation goals
Saudia Group, represented by Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and flyadeal, the group’s low-cost carrier, has signed a firm order for an additional 105 A320neo Family aircraft. The order comprises 12 A320neo and 93 A321neo aircraft. This increases Saudia Group’s Airbus aircraft order backlog to 144 A320neo family aircraft. The agreement was announced at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh in the presence of H.E. Saleh bin Nasser AIJasser, Minister of Transport … [Read more...] about Saudia Group orders 105 A320neo Family aircraft to support Saudi Arabia’s aviation goals
Andrea Coccetti becomes ATR’s new Chief Financial Officer
The Board Members of ATR, the world’s number one regional aircraft manufacturer, appointed Andrea Coccetti as the company’s new Senior Vice-President Finance and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 1, 2024. He succeeds Antonio Di Gennaro who takes on new responsibilities within the Leonardo Helicopters management team. In this role, Andrea joins ATR’s Top Management team, reporting to the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Nathalie Tarnaud Laude. He is based at the company’s headquarters … [Read more...] about Andrea Coccetti becomes ATR’s new Chief Financial Officer
India’s IndiGo orders 30 Airbus A350 widebody aircraft
A350, the aircraft of choice for IndiGo’s long-haul ambitions A320 Family has powered IndiGo’s expansion in domestic, regional markets IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has placed a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The order will help expand IndiGo’s international network to long-haul destinations. India, the world’s fastest-growing major aviation market, is on the verge of an international travel boom as the economy grows and household incomes rise. The A350 is perfectly … [Read more...] about India’s IndiGo orders 30 Airbus A350 widebody aircraft
Eve Air Mobility named a member of Japan’s Advanced Air Mobility Public-Private Committee
Company to help evaluate and make recommendations on AAM regulations and policies Eve Air Mobility ("Eve") (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) has been named a member of Japan’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Public-Private Committee. The committee is responsible to evaluate and make recommendations to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport & Tourism on AAM regulations & policies for Japan. Established in 2018, the committee is made up … [Read more...] about Eve Air Mobility named a member of Japan’s Advanced Air Mobility Public-Private Committee
