RwandAir resumes flights to London from Kigali
African airline RwandAir is to resume flights to and from London and Brussels to Kigali from 3rd October 2020, as it reinstates its passenger network.
Aerospace
in Aerospace Loganair links Dundee Airport with Belfast City Airport
Posted 18 September 2020
The first flight on the new Loganair service between Dundee Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport took off for the first time today.
in Aerospace UK’s first UV treatment of security trays installed at Gatwick
Posted 18 September 2020
Gatwick is the first airport in the UK to treat its security trays with enough UV light energy to guarantee a 99.9% microbe disinfection rate – protecting passengers and staff and reducing the spread of coronaviruses,
in Aerospace European Commission called upon to implement EU Testing Protocol
Posted 18 September 2020
Over 20 travel and tourism bodies as well as unions across Europe united today in an unprecedented call for European Commission leadership to replace quarantine restrictions with an EU Testing Protocol for Travel in a
in Aerospace / Defence TT Electronics to acquire Torotel
Posted 18 September 2020
TT Electronics has agreed to acquire Torotel, a US-based designer and manufacturer of high-reliability power and electromagnetic assemblies and components for the aerospace and defence markets.
in Aerospace / Defence PSG and Pexa become Addev Materials Aerospace & Defense
Posted 18 September 2020
In 2019 Graytone Group's Pexa and PSG - distributors of surface finishing materials and chemicals to the aerospace industry - were acquired by French owned chemicals distribution and custom packaging specialist, Addev
in Aerospace Exact Group celebrates SC21 Silver Award
Posted 17 September 2020
Specialist trade and membership body for the aerospace, defence, security and space industries, ADS Northern Ireland, has commended The Exact Group, a precision engineering and composite finishing company in Newry, during a recent visit
in Aerospace AIRA and NAAI merge
Posted 17 September 2020
Sheffield based Aircraft Interior Recycling Association (AIRA), a total aircraft interior support company and North American Aerospace Industries (NAAI), which provides sustainable end-to-end aircraft recycling, have merged.
in Aerospace / Defence WAA launches Vision-Box ABC GT-11 eGates for NEXUS travellers
Posted 17 September 2020
Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) has contracted Vision-Box to deploy six of its new generation Automated Border Control (ABC) eGates with biometric facial clearance for travellers enrolled in the NEXUS Programme at
in Aerospace OAS introduces low cure Onto surface treatment
Posted 16 September 2020
Oxford Advanced Surfaces (OAS), a pioneer in surface treatment of polymeric, plastic and composite materials by the application of highly reactive carbene chemistry, has developed a new, low temperature cure of its innovative Onto
in Aerospace / Security NPAS assess UAV tech for national future fleet
Posted 16 September 2020
An initial evaluation of remotely piloted aircraft technology has been carried out by the National Police Air Service (NPAS) as it seeks to explore how this technology might be used to deliver public safety in support of the police forces of
in Aerospace Cranfield University appeals for flight students' sky high memories
Posted 16 September 2020
Cranfield University is appealing to those students who have flown in their aircraft to share their anecdotes and experiences of their flights as students.
in Aerospace BAE Systems to provide flight controls for supersonic AS2
Posted 16 September 2020
BAE Systems has received a contract from Aerion Supersonic to supply the flight control system for its new AS2 supersonic business jet.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security Cambridge Pixel unveils HPx-410 with x4 PCI Express interface
Posted 15 September 2020
Cambridge Pixel has introduced the HPx-410 radar input card with a x4 PCI Express interface to support the new generation of high-resolution, high-throughput multichannel radars.
in Aerospace / Defence Hollygate secures SC21 award with Leonardo support
Posted 15 September 2020
Specialist machinist of safety-critical components for aerospace and defence applications, Hollygate Aircraft Components, was presented ‘virtually’ with its recently-awarded SC21 Operational Excellence Bronze award at the
in Aerospace BA to open direct Heathrow to Lahore service
Posted 15 September 2020
British Airways has today announced it will begin flying from Heathrow to Lahore, Pakistan, four times a week from 12th October 2020.
in Aerospace PrivateFly reveals 2020’s most scenic airports worldwide
Posted 15 September 2020
Donegal in Ireland has been named as the world’s most beautiful airport 2020 – for the third successive year – in a major vote by more than 6,000 flying fans.
in Aerospace / Defence TT Electronics expands custom power supply portfolio
Posted 15 September 2020
Woking based global provider of engineered electronics for performance-critical applications, TT Electronics, announced today that it has launched an expanded power solutions portfolio in North America, UK and Europe,
in Aerospace Altus offers transparency on 3D optical measurement
Posted 15 September 2020
Altus have announced today that they are able to offer the industry’s first 3D light measurement instrument for transparent materials to their aerospace customers.
in Aerospace Chapman Freeborn mobile hospital delivery aids West African Covid-19 relief efforts
Posted 15 September 2020
Throughout 2020 Chapman Freeborn has helped aid the global fight against Covid-19, arranging cargo operations for PPE and medical supplies all over the world and recently its cargo team completed
in Aerospace TT Electronics and iAbra launch ground-breaking AI driven Covid-19 test
Posted 15 September 2020
ADS Member, TT Electronics, has been working with British start-up iAbra and its partners - including Intel - to design, develop and test the prototype Virolens system, which provides test results for Covid-19
in Aerospace Loganair restores lost Flybe service between Exeter and Newcastle
Posted 14 September 2020
The first service between Exeter and Newcastle took off for the first time today, as Loganair brings back connectivity between the two cities for business and leisure.
in Aerospace Eastern Airways reconnects Teeside to Heathrow
Posted 14 September 2020
After more than a decade since the last scheduled passenger service departed to London Heathrow, Teesside International Airport has regained its link to one of the world’s busiest airports as Eastern Airways’ new service takes to the skies
in Aerospace / Defence Kite Packaging’s aerospace and defence team gain MPAS registration
Posted 14 September 2020
The employee-owned packaging business, Kite Packaging, is now an MPAS registered company - accredited under the Military Packaging Organisations and Designers (MPAS) scheme for design and manufacture of military
in Aerospace Eurocontrol issues new Draft Traffic Scenarios
Posted 14 September 2020
Eurocontrol has revised downwards its Draft Traffic Scenarios up to February 2021.
in Aerospace Aer Lingus Regional’s new service to Belfast City takes off
Posted 14 September 2020
Aer Lingus Regional - which is operated by Stobart Air - has today marked the beginning of its new route from Manchester to Belfast.
in Aerospace Heathrow urges Government action as August passenger demand drops
Posted 11 September 2020
Heathrow Airport today reported that its August passenger demand is down 81.5% compared to last year, with 1.4m people travelling via Heathrow – less than a fifth of what is usually seen in the summer getaway - whilst
in Aerospace ADS calls for quarantine reduction to support aircraft manufacturing recovery
Posted 11 September 2020
Today’s release of Index of Production data for July 2020 shows aerospace manufacturing production 23.6% lower than the pre-crisis levels of February 2020.
in Aerospace / Security Elbit Systems UK demos Hermes 900 UAS for MCA
Posted 11 September 2020
Elbit Systems’ Hermes 900 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) recently completed a series of flight demonstrations for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
in Aerospace AIPUT achieves full occupancy across its airport industrial portfolio
Posted 10 September 2020
Aberdeen Standard Investments’ AIPUT fund (Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust) has successfully bucked the wider commercial real estate market this summer, achieving full occupancy across its
in Aerospace RAeS crowned Best Professional Engineering Institution of the Year
Posted 10 September 2020
The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is celebrating being named Best Professional Engineering Institution of the Year at the Engineering Talent Awards in September 2020.
in Aerospace Airbus joined by NATS and European partners to demo fello’fly ops
Posted 10 September 2020
Airbus has signed agreements with three Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP), the UK’s NATS, EUROCONTROL and France’s DSNA (Direction des Services de la Navigation Aérienne), plus two airline customers,
in Aerospace IATA urges governments to prepare for transporting Covid-19 vaccines by air
Posted 9 September 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to begin careful planning with industry stakeholders to ensure full preparedness when vaccines for COVID-19 are approved and
in Aerospace Blue Islands launches Birmingham to Jersey service
Posted 9 September 2020
Blue Islands have re-introduced regular flights from Birmingham Airport to Jersey Airport in the Channel Islands.
in Aerospace Luton Airport appoints Jonathan Rayner as Chief Commercial Officer
Posted 9 September 2020
London Luton Airport (LLA) has announced the appointment of Jonathan Rayner as the airport’s new Chief Commercial Officer.
in Aerospace IATA launches ONE Source
Posted 9 September 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched IATA ONE Source, an online platform which helps the air cargo industry match shipping needs with the availability of infrastructure capabilities and certifications of service providers across the
in Aerospace / Space Inmarsat's GX Aviation now on 100 Qatar Airways aircraft
Posted 9 September 2020
Inmarsat announced today that its award-winning GX Aviation inflight broadband is now available on 100 Qatar Airways aircraft.
in Aerospace NATS partners with Shared Access
Posted 9 September 2020
Independent owner and operator of shared wireless infrastructure, Shared Access, has entered an agreement with air traffic service provider, NATS, to acquire marketing and development rights for opportunities across key NATS sites.
in Aerospace Spirit AeroSystems welcomes Belcan to AIC in Prestwick
Posted 9 September 2020
ADS Member, Spirit AeroSystems, announced today that Belcan will be onsite as a Strategic Partner in Spirit's Aerospace Innovation Centre (AIC) in Prestwick, Scotland, working directly alongside Spirit engineers when the
in Aerospace Loganair boss calls for 'Tax Off for Take Off'
Posted 9 September 2020
Jonathan Hinkles, the boss of the UK’s largest regional airline, Loganair, has today called for a 'Tax Off for Take Off' Air Passenger Duty step from the UK Treasury to support UK airline industry recovery, as the airline announced its Summer
in Aerospace Loganair and Blue Islands begin partnership
Posted 8 September 2020
The UK’s largest regional airline, Loganair and Channel Islands-based regional operator Blue Islands, today confirmed their new codeshare agreement has officially commenced.
in Aerospace Air bp renews Cannes Mandelieu Airport contract
Posted 8 September 2020
Air bp has renewed its contract with Cannes Mandelieu Airport (CQE/LFMD) in France, following six years of successful collaboration.
in Aerospace ICAO sees digital innovations helping aviation rebuild and aid sustainability
Posted 8 September 2020
At the official opening of the final week of the Virtual World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2020 yesterday, International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Secretary General Dr Fang
in Aerospace Government introduces targeted approach to travel corridors
Posted 7 September 2020
UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps today announced the introduction of a more targeted approach to travel corridors by separating some islands from mainland countries.
in Aerospace Belfast to London route reconnects
Posted 7 September 2020
Fast and direct ‘City-to-City’ connections between London and Belfast were restored today, as flights resumed between the two cities’ most central airports.
in Aerospace Airports welcome EC coordination framework
Posted 7 September 2020
The European airport industry has welcomed the European Commission (EC) for its proposed comprehensive coordination framework for travel restrictions, as 'stalled' recovery figures are released.
in Aerospace BA's High Life magazine goes digital
Posted 4 September 2020
British Airways’ award-winning on board magazine, High Life, is moving online to ba.com as a digital eMag and will offer access to content for customers before, during and after a flight.
in Aerospace Airlines and airports agree conditions for European winter slots waiver
Posted 3 September 2020
Facing the most difficult winter season in aviation’s history, airlines and airports have agreed to abide by a set of conditions together with slot coordinators under which an extension of the waiver of the
in Aerospace Ports of Jersey selects Frequentis to modernise voice communications
Posted 3 September 2020
Ports of Jersey (PoJ) Limited has selected Frequentis' next generation IT voice communication system (VCS) to upgrade three end of life systems at its main and contingency facilities, enhancing performance and
in Aerospace CAA closing consultation on reviewing airspace classification
Posted 3 September 2020
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) consultation on reviewing airspace classification is closing on 17th September 2020.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Space L3Harris Technologies selects Kinaxis RapidResponse
Posted 3 September 2020
L3Harris Technologies has selected Kinaxis RapidResponse to support strategic and tactical decision-making across its supply chains.
in Aerospace / Defence QinetiQ appoints Richard Ackerman as President of QinetiQ Canada
Posted 3 September 2020
QinetiQ has appointed an experienced senior executive, Richard Ackerman, to lead realignment and renewed focus as the new President of its Canadian business.
in Aerospace Bombardier delivers first Global 7500 with dual HUD
Posted 3 September 2020
Bombardier has delivered the first Global 7500 aircraft equipped with a dual head-up display (HUD).
in Aerospace / Security Collins Aerospace introduces Kiosk Connect
Posted 3 September 2020
Collins Aerospace Systems is eliminating the need to physically touch kiosk screens during airport check-in and baggage drops with its new Kiosk Connect solution, which provides the first full, end-to-end, contactless airport journey, as
in Aerospace TR achieves aerospace AS9120 Certification
Posted 3 September 2020
International fastener specialist TR Fastenings has achieved the AS9120 Certification following an extensive audit of its operations and in response to customer demand.
in Aerospace CAAi to draft drone regulations for Thailand
Posted 2 September 2020
CAA International (CAAi), the technical cooperation arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA), has been appointed by CAA Thailand (CAAT) to draft new drone regulations.
in Aerospace / Security Peli introduces Air Travel Cases range
Posted 2 September 2020
Peli has recently introduced its new Air Travel Cases range, which are ultra-lightweight travel cases that feature strong press and pull latches with integrated TSA accepted key locks.
in Aerospace Menzies Aviation welcomes Qatar Airways Cargo to Heathrow
Posted 2 September 2020
Aviation logistics specialist Menzies Aviation, today announced that Qatar Airways Cargo have moved into their new base within Menzies Aviation’s on-airport facilities at London Heathrow Airport.
in Aerospace / Security Crowded Space Drones appoints Ashley Harvey to head Counter Drone Unit
Posted 2 September 2020
Ashley Harvey, Gatwick Airport’s Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Lead is to join UK drone specialist, Crowded Space Drones, as the head of their Counter Drone Unit.
in Aerospace Flights from Exeter Airport to Manchester and Jersey resume
Posted 2 September 2020
Exeter Airport yesterday welcomed the return of flights to Manchester and Jersey in the Channel Islands, both served by Blue Islands.
in Aerospace IATA reports passenger demand improving in July
Posted 2 September 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that although passenger demand in July (measured in revenue passenger kilometres or RPKs), continued at critically low levels, 79.8% below July 2019 levels, it showed a
in Aerospace LOT restores capital connection with Vilnius-London route restart
Posted 2 September 2020
LOT Polish Airlines has resumed its popular route between Vilnius (VNO) and London City Airport (LCY).
in Aerospace Emirates resumes flights to Birmingham
Posted 1 September 2020
Today Emirates has resumed flights for passengers between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Dubai International Airport (DXB).
in Aerospace IATA calls for reopening of borders and continued relief measures
Posted 1 September 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling on governments to work together to urgently find ways to re-establish global connectivity by reopening borders and to continue with relief measures to
in Aerospace GKN obtains CAAC STC for ADS-B Out modification on Boeing Next-Gen 737
Posted 1 September 2020
The CAAC (Civil Aviation Administration of China Aircraft Airworthiness Department) has issued a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to GKN Fokker Services for ADS-B Out modification for Boeing
in Aerospace ATI Boeing Accelerator opens call for sustainability startups
Posted 1 September 2020
The ATI Boeing Accelerator has opened applications for its second cohort, to invest into sustainability-enabling startups that will benefit the UK aerospace industry across three key areas of focus: Industry 4.0,
in Aerospace Shell introduces first industry solution to meet SAP-free refuelling deadline
Posted 1 September 2020
Shell Aviation, working with filtration experts FAUDI Aviation, has launched Shell Jet Protection, the only Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP)-free refuelling system available to the aviation industry
in Aerospace IATA reports stable July air cargo demand
Posted 1 September 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in July showing air cargo demand is stable but at lower levels than 2019.
in Aerospace Dyer & Butler completes Gatwick runway improvements
Posted 1 September 2020
Dyer & Butler, a multi-disciplined engineering services specialist focused on essential infrastructure including airports, has successfully completed resurfacing works on the Main and Northern runways at Gatwick Airport.
in Aerospace Wizz Air adds second A320 at Doncaster Sheffield Airport
Posted 1 September 2020
UK-registered and based airline, Wizz Air UK, today announced the expansion of its recently launched base at Doncaster Sheffield Airport with the addition of a second Airbus A320 aircraft and six new routes to Fuerteventura,
in Aerospace / Security Heathrow to give UK Government COVID testing data
Posted 1 September 2020
Heathrow’s workforce has stepped up and taken part in three rapid point of care COVID testing trials, doing their bit to get aviation back flying again as momentum gathers for aviation testing.
in Aerospace Gatwick makes companywide restructure plans
Posted 1 September 2020
Despite an encouraging start to the year passenger numbers at Gatwick fell by 66% in the first six months ending 30th June 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19 and although the airport remained open throughout the pandemic, all revenue streams were
in Aerospace ADB SAFEGATE and WheelTug to revolutionise airport ground ops
Posted 1 September 2020
Working together under a recently concluded Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), ADB SAFEGATE and WheelTug plc will deploy their respective systems to greatly enhance safety and throughput at airport gates, to
in Home / Aerospace BAE Systems designing aircraft power sources to clear electric flight path
Posted 28 August 2020
BAE Systems is applying electric power and propulsion technology expertise to help make air travel safer and better for the planet.
in Aerospace / Security Southend Airport trials new cabin baggage screening system
Posted 28 August 2020
London Southend Airport is trialling a new cabin baggage screening system to enhance the passenger journey.
in Home / Aerospace Rolls-Royce has announced its half-year financial results for 2020
Posted 27 August 2020
The company said in a statement: “The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the whole civil aerospace industry worldwide is unprecedented and a global issue. Rolls-Royce has taken swift action to deal with the sudden
in Aerospace Vertical Aerospace and Honeywell unveil flying taxi design
Posted 26 August 2020
In a major boon for British aviation, Vertical Aerospace, the Bristol-based company pioneering affordable electric aviation, today announces plans for a revolutionary ‘flying taxi’, the VA-1X.
in Aerospace / Defence Barnbrook Systems hits pre-Covid productivity levels
Posted 26 August 2020
Aerospace and defence firm Barnbrook Systems Ltd is back to pre-Covid productivity levels as it gains pace out of the lockdown.
in Aerospace Stirling Dynamics supports WheelTug flight tests
Posted 25 August 2020
Stirling Dynamics is supporting the WheelTug programme as it reaches a critical milestone.
in Aerospace / Defence BAE Systems to test and fly conceptual models for Tempest
Posted 24 August 2020
Engineers at BAE Systems are exploiting the digital environment to design, test and fly concepts for Tempest, a next-generation combat air system for the UK.
in Aerospace Vistara launching Delhi-Heathrow service
Posted 21 August 2020
Vistara, a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, will operate special, non-stop flights between Delhi and London Heathrow from 28th August to 30th September 2020, marking its foray in long-haul international operations.
in Aerospace Wayland Additive set to launch Calibur 3
Posted 21 August 2020
Marking a major milestone, Wayland Additive will be commercially launching its first production system — Calibur 3 — on the 27th January 2021 and expects to start shipping later the same year.
in Aerospace / Security Cobham and QinetiQ trial emergency ACS tech
Posted 21 August 2020
In partnership with the prime contractor Cobham Aerospace Connectivity, QinetiQ has completed a series of significant trials to test, integrate and assure the technology for a new 4G LTE Aircraft Communications System (ACS), that will
in Aerospace Loganair takes over Isle of Man - London City route from BA
Posted 20 August 2020
Loganair will commence the interim provision of scheduled services between Isle of Man and London City airports from Tuesday 1st September, taking over from British Airways, which will cease operations on that date.
in Aerospace / Security Smiths Detection's CT and UV light tray disinfection trialled by IIAC
Posted 20 August 2020
Smiths Detection have announced that Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC) has successfully trialled its Computed Tomography (CT) technology based carry-on baggage scanner, HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX at
in Aerospace EasyJet confirms closure of three UK bases
Posted 19 August 2020
EasyJet has confirmed the closure of its bases at London Stansted, London Southend and Newcastle going ahead at the end of the month, following the completion of its collective consultation process, saying it remains committed to working with
in Aerospace Air bp and Neste raise SAF volume in Europe
Posted 19 August 2020
Aviation fuel products and services supplier, Air bp and the world’s largest producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), Neste, have signed an agreement to offer an increased volume of sustainable aviation fuel to
in Aerospace Luton sees strongest recovery of any major UK airport
Posted 18 August 2020
Despite having the strongest recovery of any major airport in the UK, passenger numbers at London Luton Airport (LLA) were down by 74% last month compared to the same period in 2019.
in Aerospace IATA issues airline health checklist to support ICAO Covid-19 guidance
Posted 17 August 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released an airline self-assessment health checklist to support the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Take-off: Guidance for Air
in Aerospace BA bids farewell to first of its remaining 747s
Posted 17 August 2020
British Airways will tomorrow retire its first Boeing 747 since announcing last month that all 31 of its jumbo jets had sadly flown their last commercial services.
in Aerospace Swissport to provide Qatar Airways Cargo handling at Manchester and Birmingham airports
Posted 17 August 2020
Swissport and Qatar Airways Cargo have signed new five-year contracts for cargo handling at Manchester and Birmingham airports in the UK.
in Aerospace VentilatorChallengeUK wins RAEng President’s Special Award for Pandemic Service
Posted 17 August 2020
The Royal Academy of Engineering has awarded 19 individuals and teams of engineers with the President's Special Awards for Pandemic Service for exceptional engineering achievements in tackling
in Aerospace Co-founder leads buyout of Reheat
Posted 17 August 2020
The co-founder of Reheat International Limited (Reheat) has completed a management buyout of the business from administration as it looks to re-establish itself as a major supplier in the aviation industry.
in Aerospace / Security Smiths Detection to enhance NAIA passenger throughput
Posted 17 August 2020
Smiths Detection is collaborating with the Philippines’ Office for Transportation Security (OTS) and the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), to boost passenger throughput and experience at terminals 1, 2, and 3 of the
in Aerospace Qatar Airways resumes flights to Gatwick
Posted 14 August 2020
Qatar Airways is enhancing its provision of global connectivity to the UK with the resumption of daily flights to London Gatwick starting 20th August 2020.
in Aerospace ADB SAFEGATE launches new LED REIL
Posted 13 August 2020
ADB SAFEGATE has launched its newly redesigned LED Runway End Identification Light (REIL) which is used to provide a visual indication to pilots of the runway threshold during an approach.
in Aerospace Rolls-Royce begins next phase of low emissions testing
Posted 13 August 2020
Rolls-Royce has started its latest phase of testing on its low-emissions technology for its next generation of engines.
in Aerospace / Defence Foxano gains aerospace quality certification
Posted 13 August 2020
Advanced material processing organisation, Craigavon based engineering start-up Foxano Ltd, have taken huge steps forward despite the current economic climate, by becoming an aerospace and defence quality certified provider.
in Aerospace London City Airport to delay development
Posted 13 August 2020
London City has today provided an update on its Development Programme (CADP), including a decision to temporarily pause the development at the end of this year upon completion of new aircraft stands, a full-length parallel taxiway and new
in Aerospace DSA welcomes new Whizz Air base
Posted 13 August 2020
During a challenging time for the aviation sector, Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) has announced Wizz Air is establishing its second UK full-based operation at DSA, creating new routes and increasing its annual capacity at the Yorkshire airport by
