Precision Aircraft Solutions has received FAA approval for a new maximum zero fuel weight (MZFW) increase on both winglet- and non-winglet-equipped Precision Conversions freighters. The most recent upgrade authorisation allows Precision to further increase MZFW as high as 200,000 lbs. (90,718 kg) to 12,000 lbs. (5,443 kg) over the OEM highest certificated MZFW for Rolls-Royce- and Pratt & Whitney-powered 757s. This translates to gross structural payloads of up to 84,000 lbs. (38,101 kg) … [Read more...] about Precision gets winglet 757MZFW upgrade approval
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SIA places US$17 billion Airbus/Boeing order
Singapore Airlines has placed an order for 30 more A350-900s and 30 B787-10Xs in deals valued at more than US$17 billion. The agreement with Airbus comprises 30 firm-ordered A350-900s for deliveryfrom the 2016/17 financial year, plus options for 20 more. The options may be converted into firm orders for larger A350-1000s, the carrier added. The agreement with Boeing comprises 30 firm-ordered B787-10Xs for delivery from the 2018/19 financial year, but is conditional upon Boeing formally launching … [Read more...] about SIA places US$17 billion Airbus/Boeing order
One millionth component milestone for IECO
International Engine Component Overhaul (IECO), a joint venture between Rolls-Royce and SIA Engineering Company, has recently celebrated the overhaul of its one millionth component with its entire 200-plus strong workforce and Board of Directors at its recently expanded and upgraded facility in LoyangWay in Singapore. IECO specialises in aero engine component refurbishment services, particularly the repair and overhaul of Rolls-Royce Trent series and RB211 Nozzle Guide Vanes and Compressor … [Read more...] about One millionth component milestone for IECO
EUROPE & CIS: US$4.1 billion in orders at Paris show for RR
While not everyone left the Paris Airshow in a jubilant mood, Rolls-Royce left with at least a grin on its face after picking up a number of engine orders worth US$4.1 billion from carriers including Gulf Air, Qatar Airlines, Royal China, Condor of Germany, Cathay Pacific and AirAsia X. The orders included an order from AirAsia X for the Trent XWB to power its order – also placed at the Paris show – for 10 firm and five options for Airbus’ A350 XWB aircraft. … [Read more...] about EUROPE & CIS: US$4.1 billion in orders at Paris show for RR
MIDDLE EAST: Etihad makes aviation history with engine order
Etihad Airways stole the show in Paris recently when it announced a recordbreaking US$14 billion engine order from GE Aviation, Rolls-Royce, Engine Alliance (a joint venture between GE and Pratt & Whitney) and International Aero Engines (IAE) to power the new Airbus and Boeing aircraft that it ordered at last year’s Farnborough International Airshow. The Farnborough deal included 100 firm orders and options and purchase rights for a further 105 aircraft, which will be delivered … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Etihad makes aviation history with engine order
EUROPE & CIS: US$4.1 billion in orders at Paris show for RR
While not everyone left the Paris Airshow in a jubilant mood, Rolls-Royce left with at least a grin on its face after picking up a number of engine orders worth US$4.1 billion from carriers including Gulf Air, Qatar Airlines, Royal China, Condor of Germany, Cathay Pacific and AirAsia X. The orders included an order from AirAsia X for the Trent XWB to power its order – also placed at the Paris show – for 10 firm and five options for Airbus’ A350 XWB aircraft. … [Read more...] about EUROPE & CIS: US$4.1 billion in orders at Paris show for RR
