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Uganda Airlines reactivates one A330-800neo after ~two-month grounding, easing long-haul capacity constraints

Uganda Airlines has returned one of its two Airbus A330-800neos to service after roughly two months of immobilization, while the second aircraft remains grounded for maintenance. The move partially restores the carrier’s in-house widebody capability and capacity on its international network.

2026-04-20T05:51:23.087534-07:00

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Bombardier and Vista sign $300M, five-year “Smart Parts” services deal for Challenger 3500 fleets

2026-04-20T02:58:36.318569-07:00

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Air India signs 10-year Thales FlytCARE deal for IFE turn-key maintenance

2026-04-20T04:16:36.700441-07:00

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ANA warned over Boeing 767-300 maintenance lapses

2026-04-19T19:56:03.388231-07:00

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Uganda Airlines reactivates one A330-800neo after ~two-month grounding, easing long-haul capacity constraints Uganda Airlines has returned one of its two Airbus A330-800neos to service after roughly two months of immobilization, while the second aircraft remains grounded for maintenance. The move partially restores the carrier’s in-house widebody capability and capacity on its international network.

2026-04-20T05:51:23.087534-07:00

Uganda Airlines reactivates one A330-800neo after ~two-month grounding, easing long-haul capacity constraints

Inflight Online

Air India signs 10-year Thales FlytCARE deal for IFE turn-key maintenance Thales says Air India has signed a 10-year FlytCARE services agreement to provide turn-key maintenance for Thales AVANT Up inflight entertainment (IFE) systems. The scope covers both retrofit installs on existing 777 and 787-8 aircraft and linefit for new 787-9 and A350 aircraft over the next two years, aimed at improving reliability and operational efficiency.

2026-04-20T04:16:36.700441-07:00

Air India signs 10-year Thales FlytCARE deal for IFE turn-key maintenance

Bombardier

Bombardier and Vista sign $300M, five-year “Smart Parts” services deal for Challenger 3500 fleets Bombardier and private jet operator Vista have signed a $300 million, five-year bespoke services contract covering Smart Parts support for Vista’s existing aircraft and its future Challenger 3500 fleet. The agreement is designed to underwrite fleet operating costs while supporting fleet growth.

2026-04-20T02:58:36.318569-07:00

Bombardier and Vista sign $300M, five-year “Smart Parts” services deal for Challenger 3500 fleets

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ANA warned over Boeing 767-300 maintenance lapses All Nippon Airways has been warned regarding maintenance lapses involving its Boeing 767-300 fleet. The action spotlights compliance and airworthiness management risks tied to airline maintenance processes, with potential knock-on effects for fleet availability and operational reliability if issues persist.

2026-04-19T19:56:03.388231-07:00

ANA warned over Boeing 767-300 maintenance lapses

Leeham News

DUST Identity launches a diamond-particle authentication platform for MRO asset and part verification Massachusetts-based DUST Identity has launched a new platform built on its Diamond Unclonable Security Tag (DUST) technology, which uses diamond particles to authenticate objects. The move positions the approach as a tool for identity assurance in the MRO ecosystem, from tracking to verification.

2026-04-18T00:20:13.428345-07:00

DUST Identity launches a diamond-particle authentication platform for MRO asset and part verification

Aviation Week

Bell Textron creates Ukraine subsidiary to support helicopter assembly, MRO and long-term defense industrial cooperation Bell Textron Inc. has formed Bell Textron Ukraine and is preparing to open a dedicated office to serve as the hub for its future in-country activities. The company says the setup is intended to underpin longer-term cooperation with Ukraine’s defense industry, including helicopter assembly and maintenance and repair support.

2026-04-17T10:45:15.785400-07:00

Bell Textron creates Ukraine subsidiary to support helicopter assembly, MRO and long-term defense industrial cooperation

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Galaxy FBO takes over fixed-base operations in West Texas, adds aircraft maintenance muscle via MAC Air Group Galaxy FBO’s parent company expanded beyond Texas for the first time by taking over fixed-base operations at a regional West Texas airport, alongside announced upgrade plans. Separately, MAC Air Group’s purchase strengthens Galaxy/Black Forest Ventures’ aircraft maintenance capabilities—broadening third-party business aviation support in the region.

2026-04-17T09:57:47.920184-07:00

Galaxy FBO takes over fixed-base operations in West Texas, adds aircraft maintenance muscle via MAC Air Group

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Pratt & Whitney Canada launches PT6C-67C MRO services in Singapore for AW139 operators Pratt & Whitney Canada has launched MRO services for the PT6C-67C in Singapore, expanding regional support capacity for the engine type. The move is designed to strengthen maintenance and sustainment for the Leonardo AW139 fleet, which totals more than 300 helicopters operating in the region.

2026-04-17T05:17:42.876869-07:00

Pratt & Whitney Canada launches PT6C-67C MRO services in Singapore for AW139 operators

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Uganda Airlines reactivates one A330-800neo after ~two-month grounding, easing long-haul capacity constraints

Bombardier and Vista sign $300M, five-year “Smart Parts” services deal for Challenger 3500 fleets

Air India signs 10-year Thales FlytCARE deal for IFE turn-key maintenance

ANA warned over Boeing 767-300 maintenance lapses

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