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MRO Europe 2025: Joramco to maintain World Star Aviation aircraft
Amman-based aircraft MRO facility and engineering arm of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), Joramco, has signed a maintenance agreement with full-service aircraft and engine lessor World Star Aviation, to carry out heavy base maintenance on various aircraft. The agreement primarily covers Boeing B737-800Fs, and the scope of work includes C-checks, painting, lease transition, and re-delivery services, with…
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Pilot loses control during aborted landing
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during initial climb after an aborted landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
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General Atomics and Hanwha Will Produce Gray Eagle STOL in South Korea
GA-ASI and Hanwha Aerospace signed a deal to co-produce the Gray Eagle STOL, following the recent cooperation on joint testing in South Korea. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace have signed an agreement on Oct. 14, 2025, to jointly develop and produce the Gray Eagle Short Takeoff and Landing (GE…
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MRO Europe 2025: BAE Systems unveils Horizon Solutions for expanded aftermarket solutions
BAE Systems has announced the creation of a new division to meet growing demand for repair and support services in commercial avionics. Horizon Solutions Aftermarket Services and Support was unveiled as industry delegates gathered in London for the annual MRO Europe. Horizon Solutions “reflects BAE Systems’ commitment to innovation and growth to meet the industry’s…
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MRO Europe 2025: Ontic to open new UK MRO facility as part of $30m global investment
Global aerospace OEM Ontic has announced plans to open a new MRO facility in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, UK, designed to enhance aftermarket support for airlines and operators with faster turnaround times, greater transparency and OEM-standard repairs. The 64,000 sq ft purpose-built site, opening in phases from January 2026 and fully operational by Q4 2026, will consolidate…
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Watch Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin Geek Out over A-10s and F-15s!
It’s safe to say most people loved Steve Irwin, known worldwide as the Crocodile Hunter. If you didn’t, then you have some screws loose! Of course he was best known as an animal lover and conservationist, but did you know he had personal ties to WWII and was an avgeek too? During his career, Irwin…
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TrueNoord places first direct order for 20 Embraer aircraft
Regional lessor TrueNoord has struck an agreement with Embraer to acquire 20 factory-new E195-E2 aircraft. The agreement also includes purchase rights for up to 20 additional new E195-E2 aircraft and up to ten new E175-E1 aircraft. At list price, the firm order is valued at USD 1.8 billion. “This landmark agreement represents TrueNoord’s first direct…
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Pilot inadvertently retracts landing gear when he meant to retract flaps
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadvertent retraction of the landing gear during landing rollout, which resulted in a landing gear collapse.
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Boeing and Leonardo Join Forces to Offer AW119T Helicopter to U.S. Army
Boeing and Leonardo will pursue together the U.S. Army’s Flight School Next contractor-owned, contractor-operated (COCO) contract. Boeing and Leonardo announced a new partnership to jointly pursue the U.S. Army’s Flight School Next contract, a major program that will define the future of the Army’s rotary-wing pilot training. The collaboration, announced on Oct. 13, 2025, during…
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UAVOS’ S1V300 MALE UAS Demonstrates Fuel Efficiency and Flight Performance
UAVOS has announced outstanding performance results for its advanced S1V300 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE)
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