Content Archive: March 2023
JAL Undergoes 'Sharkskin' Riblet Flight Trials
Japan Airlines is testing the durability of a "sharkskin" exterior coating on two Boeing 737-800s that reduces friction and thus increases fuel efficiency
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Sells 12 More AW139s to Middle Eastern Customers
The Helicopter Company and Abu Dhabi Aviation boost Leonardo AW139 fleets.
Essential Turbines, Masco Join Rolls-Royce First Network
Rolls-Royce expanded its First Network in North America with the additions of Essential Turbines and Masco Services.
Aircraft
Wheels Up Revenues Surge, but Losses Widen
Wheels Up reported record revenues in the fourth quarter and the operator expects to reach profitability in 2024.
Rotorcraft
Enstrom Helicopter Scores Big at Heli-Expo
Rejuvenated helicopter manufacturer Enstrom logged 12 sales at Heli-Expo 2023 in Atlanta.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Helicopters Delivers First ACH160 Exclusive
Airbus Corporate Helicopters has delivered the first ACH160 Exclusive twin featuring a bespoke VIP interior.
Engines
IAE Sees V2500 Engine Business Continuing for Decades
The IAE AG partnership, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, expects its V2500 engine family to remain in service beyond 2045.
Avionics
PHI MRO To Retrofit and Support Avidyne Helix
With the Helix upgrade, legacy helicopter operators will be able to bring avionics up to modern standards and capabilities.
ATC
Philippine Probe Rules Out Sabotage in New Year’s ATC Power Outage
An Philippine Senate investigation found no evidence of sabotage or a cybersecurity attack relating to Manila’s January 1 air traffic control power outage.
Lutz To Head NBAA's Events as Strong Set To Retire
NBAA has named CES operations executive Laurie Lutz to succeed Chris Strong as senior v-p of events.
