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Aircraft maintenance software provider Veryon has acquired Polaris Aero, a developer of aviation safety software. The deal expands Veryon’s customer base by more than 200 organizations and combines maintenance and safety software capabilities under one provider.
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Aircraft maintenance software provider Veryon has acquired Polaris Aero, a developer of aviation safety software. The deal expands Veryon’s customer base by more than 200 organizations and combines maintenance and safety software capabilities under one provider.
Vietjet and Thales signed agreements in Paris covering aircraft maintenance, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity during Vietnam’s state visit to France. The deals broaden the relationship between the Vietnamese airline and the European aerospace and technology group across operational support and digital capabilities.
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Global airlines are urging jet-engine manufacturers to make it easier for independent companies to supply reconditioned parts, following a European settlement involving turboprops. The push seeks greater competition in the aftermarket as carriers contend with the cost and availability of engine components.
Flexjet has opened a 3,530-square-meter MRO hangar and a 2,098-square-meter fixed-base operator at Farnborough Airport in the UK. The approximately $34 million development marks the private aviation company’s first FBO in Europe and expands its support infrastructure at a major business aviation hub.
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Japan Airlines and French drone maker Donecle have begun trials of fully autonomous drones at JAL’s hangars, marking Japan’s first joint project of its kind. JAL says the technology could eventually support inspections for lightning strikes and paint condition, alongside routine exterior checks.
Avianca will upgrade its Boeing 787 cabins from 2027 with Collins Aerospace’s doored INSIGNIA mini-suites and Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova inflight entertainment system. The installation will add 4K OLED displays, Bluetooth audio and a more personalized digital experience for business-class passengers.
NetJets Aviation plans to develop a more than 100,000-square-foot campus at Dallas Love Field, including a 14,000-square-foot terminal and an 80,000-square-foot maintenance hangar. The project will expand the business aviation operator’s facilities at the Dallas airport.
Tarmac Aerosave is establishing a quick-response line to meet rising demand for used aircraft parts, with more than 10 aircraft—including Airbus A320neos and Boeing 737 Max jets—scheduled for dismantling and recycling. The move underscores the expanding role of teardown specialists in supporting fleet maintenance and parts availability.
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