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MTU Maintenance Expands U.S. MRO Capabilities for LEAP and GEnx Engines

MTU Maintenance is expanding its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services in North America by incorporating CFM LEAP and GE Aerospace GEnx engines into its portfolio. The Texas facility will evolve into a comprehensive disassembly, assembly, and test center, boosting its capabilities to support growing engine fleets.

2025-04-08T09:08:36.128916-07:00

FlightGlobal

Grounded Transair Plans to Resume Operations Following Dismissal of FAA Complaint

2025-04-09T00:20:11.555630-07:00

AirInsight

Republic Airways Acquires Mesa Air in Landmark Merger of U.S. Regional Carriers

2025-04-07T05:13:20.393529-07:00

FlightGlobal

Pratt & Whitney's 3D Printing Innovation Aims to Cut GTF Engine Repair Time by Over 60%

2025-04-08T03:15:51.442890-07:00

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RNZAF C-130H Hercules Fleet Sold to US Aerial Firefighting The Royal New Zealand Air Force sold its retired fleet of C-130H Hercules transport aircraft to America's Coulson Aviation for $9 million. This move reflects a strategic shift from military utility to civilian firefighting operations, enhancing aerial wildfire response capabilities.

2025-04-10T19:58:19.769390-07:00

RNZAF C-130H Hercules Fleet Sold to US Aerial Firefighting

Aviation Week

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Vietnam Airlines Secures $560 Million Citibank Investment for Global Expansion Vietnam Airlines has finalized a $560 million financing agreement with Citibank, aiming to bolster its operational capabilities and expand its international network. The deal, witnessed by Vietnam's Vice Premier Ho Duc Phoc during a U.S. visit, underscores strategic growth in response to rising travel demand.

2025-04-10T08:23:14.623086-07:00

Vietnam Airlines Secures $560 Million Citibank Investment for Global Expansion

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Vietjet Secures $300 Million to Expand Fleet, Eyes Boeing Order Vietnamese budget carrier Vietjet has secured a $300 million financing agreement with AV AirFinance, a KKR partner, to fund fleet expansion. Concurrently, Vietjet is negotiating with Boeing to enlarge its aircraft order, highlighting its growth aspiration amidst increasing market demand.

2025-04-09T20:36:50.151972-07:00

Vietjet Secures $300 Million to Expand Fleet, Eyes Boeing Order

Bloomberg

Virgin Australia's IPO Plans Progress Amid Market Uncertainty Virgin Australia is poised to move forward with its initial public offering in June, despite the economic uncertainties stemming from the U.S.-China trade war. Bain Capital, which controls the airline, is optimistic about the potential IPO, seeing it as a strategic maneuver for future growth.

2025-04-09T20:04:11.198339-07:00

Virgin Australia's IPO Plans Progress Amid Market Uncertainty

Aviation Week

California-Based Amca Secures $76.5M for Aerospace Legacy Business Amca, an aerospace entity in California, launches with $76.5 million in venture capital, positioning itself uniquely as neither a startup nor a private-equity firm. This move reflects a strategic effort to capitalize on established business models in the expanding aerospace sector without traditional labels.

2025-04-09T13:02:46.386751-07:00

California-Based Amca Secures $76.5M for Aerospace Legacy Business

Aviation Week

Russian Airlines Permitted to Wet Lease Foreign Aircraft Amid International Travel Expansion Russia's State Duma has granted approval for domestic airlines to wet lease aircraft from foreign owners for international routes, offering enhanced flexibility and capacity growth as international travel demands rise. This move may bolster Russian airlines' competitive edge globally amidst evolving trade and operational challenges.

2025-04-09T11:22:28.193878-07:00

Russian Airlines Permitted to Wet Lease Foreign Aircraft Amid International Travel Expansion

Flying Magazine

Market Alert: Undervalued Aircraft Available for Acquisition this Spring 2025 As aviation demand rebounds, three specific aircraft types are emerging as undervalued opportunities, poised for potential market entry after months in storage. Industry stakeholders are eyeing these assets, anticipating strategic acquisitions in line with shifting market dynamics and inventory adjustments.

2025-04-09T09:08:10.201176-07:00

Market Alert: Undervalued Aircraft Available for Acquisition this Spring 2025

Bloomberg

Latvia Explores Foreign Investment for airBaltic Post-CEO Departure Following the dismissal of airBaltic's CEO, Latvia is engaging neighboring countries for potential investment in the state-owned airline. This move comes as airBaltic prepares for its initial public offering, signaling a strategic pivot towards a broader shareholder base.

2025-04-09T01:56:23.987222-07:00

Latvia Explores Foreign Investment for airBaltic Post-CEO Departure

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