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Magma Aviation Secures Multi-Year ULD Management Deal with Unilode Aviation Solutions

Magma Aviation has signed a multi-year agreement with Unilode Aviation Solutions for the management of up to 3,500 unit load devices (ULDs), incorporating Unilode's digital service, track-and-trace coverage, and maintenance services starting March 2025.

2025-04-01T17:28:26.816644-07:00

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De Havilland Canada's Strategic Acquisition of Fleet Canada

2025-04-01T17:28:20.943145-07:00

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Airbus and Boeing Grapple with Production Bottlenecks Amid Supply Constraints

2025-04-01T09:31:53.949626-07:00

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Airbus sees no A350 delivery impact after fire halts fuselage section work at Illescas

2025-04-01T11:03:03.180330-07:00

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GKN Aerospace Prepares for Next-Gen Aircraft Production GKN Aerospace is enhancing its aerostructure capabilities to meet increased production demands for future commercial aircraft. The company emphasizes the importance of solid business cases from airframers to ensure stability and confidence among suppliers.

2025-04-02T10:00:41.773705-07:00

GKN Aerospace Prepares for Next-Gen Aircraft Production

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Challenges in the Rocket Industry: A 2025 Perspective Peter Beck highlights the unyielding nature of physics and the difficulty of overcoming engineering challenges in the rocket industry, despite available capital. Building a successful rocket company and developing a reliable product is a complex endeavor.

2025-04-02T05:38:21.027911-07:00

Challenges in the Rocket Industry: A 2025 Perspective

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Magma Aviation Secures Multi-Year ULD Management Deal with Unilode Aviation Solutions Magma Aviation has signed a multi-year agreement with Unilode Aviation Solutions for the management of up to 3,500 unit load devices (ULDs), incorporating Unilode's digital service, track-and-trace coverage, and maintenance services starting March 2025.

2025-04-01T17:28:26.816644-07:00

Magma Aviation Secures Multi-Year ULD Management Deal with Unilode Aviation Solutions

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De Havilland Canada's Strategic Acquisition of Fleet Canada De Havilland Canada has acquired Fleet Canada, a key supplier, to enhance its supply chain and internal capabilities, particularly in metal-to-metal bonding and advanced composites. Fleet Canada's 500,000 square foot facility in Ontario will support this expansion and integration effort.

2025-04-01T17:28:20.943145-07:00

De Havilland Canada's Strategic Acquisition of Fleet Canada

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U.S. Military Services Facing Declining Aircraft Readiness Rates The U.S. military is grappling with declining aircraft readiness due to persistent personnel and parts shortages. Military leaders are now calling for increased funding to address these challenges, which are impacting the operational availability of aircraft across various branches.

2025-04-01T15:14:53.703996-07:00

U.S. Military Services Facing Declining Aircraft Readiness Rates

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GE Aerospace Implements Strategic Initiatives to Ease Supply Chain Bottlenecks GE Aerospace is adopting new strategies such as improved workflow, introducing second shifts, and enhancing communication with suppliers to address ongoing supply chain challenges. These efforts aim to streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies affecting aircraft engine production.

2025-04-01T15:14:53.459224-07:00

GE Aerospace Implements Strategic Initiatives to Ease Supply Chain Bottlenecks

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Adapting MRO Strategies: Building Supply Chain Resilience in Aircraft Maintenance As the dynamics of the mid-to-late-life aircraft market evolve, MRO providers and suppliers face the need to adopt strategic changes to enhance supply chain resilience and flexibility in maintenance operations. AerFin highlights the importance of adapting to these shifts.

2025-04-01T15:14:53.194870-07:00

Adapting MRO Strategies: Building Supply Chain Resilience in Aircraft Maintenance

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Airbus sees no A350 delivery impact after fire halts fuselage section work at Illescas

2025-04-01T11:03:03.180330-07:00

Airbus sees no A350 delivery impact afte

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