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Dutch MoD targets two more frigates as part of future defence plans
The latest defence memorandum from the Dutch government has suggested that funding would be increased, with the procurement of more frigates, F-35s and Leopard 2A8s expected.
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Saab to build Singapore’s MRCV composite superstructure as it seeks portfolio expansion
Saab, who has been looking to expand its presence in Singapore, will build the forward superstructure and the radar mast of the Multi Role Combat Vessel with carbon composite material.
Naval Warfare
Indian Navy purchases anti-submarine sonobuoys to counter Chinese incursions
The US approved the deal despite supply chain delays to other equipment ordered by India.
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UK defence funding rocked by budget restrictions
Defence spending cuts are implied by UK ministers’ commitments to help plug a public finance “black hole”.
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American Eagle releases February traffic data
4th March 2010
American Eagle Airlines has reported traffic figures for February 2010 covering its own operations and those of its wholly-owned subsidiary Executive Airlines. Revenue passenger miles …
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February traffic released for US Airways' regional subsidiaries
4th March 2010
US Airways has reported February 2010 combined traffic figures for Piedmont Airlines and PSA Airlines, its two wholly-owned subsidiaries which operate under the US Airways …
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airBaltic?s Vilnius?London service begins
4th March 2010
airBaltic has begun its new service between Vilnius and Gatwick Airport in London. “We see that Vilnius airport is the first in the Baltics to …
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Veil lifted on Afghan pilot training programme
4th March 2010
The UK Ministry of Defence and QinetiQ have lifted the lid on a secret programme to train Afghan helicopter pilots in the UK. Now in …
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Lockheed Martin Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod program Receives William J. Perry award
4th March 2010
The Precision Strike Association has awarded the Lockheed Martin and US Air Force Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod (ATP) program the 14th annual William J. Perry …
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AirTran reports February 2010 traffic
3rd March 2010
AirTran Airways has reported its traffic figures for February. Revenue passenger miles (RPMs) during the month totalled 1,294,743,000, a 5.4% increase compared with February 2009’s …
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Allegiant reports February 2010 traffic figures
3rd March 2010
Allegiant Air has reported preliminary passenger traffic results for February 2010. Revenue passenger miles (RPMs) totalled 393,891,000, 19.1% up on last February’s 330,856,000. Available seat …
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Virgin America?s Elevate FFP offering easier, faster rewards
3rd March 2010
Virgin America has announced changes to its Elevate frequent flyer programme (FFP), designed to give guests more flexibility to earn and redeem points for travel …
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AirAsia upgrades call centre services
3rd March 2010
AirAsia has announced a comprehensive upgrade of its call centre services that, among other developments, now includes a 24-hour self-help option and the ability to …
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Panasonic IFE for Israir Airlines A320s
3rd March 2010
Panasonic Avionics Corporation has been selected to provide inflight entertainment systems on three Airbus A320s owned by Tel Aviv-based Israir Airlines. The aircraft are being …
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On-schedule CFM56-7BE starts 150 hr block test
3rd March 2010
CFM reports that its new CFM56-7BE engine is on schedule for its planned certification date later year as it enters the 150-hour block test which …
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airBaltic to codeshare with Tarom on Riga?Bucharest
3rd March 2010
airBaltic will be offering service between Riga and Bucharest from 29 March 29 with flights being operated by the Tarom under a codeshare agreement. airBaltic …
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Borghetti to succeed Godfrey as Virgin Blue CEO
3rd March 2010
Virgin Blue Holdings has appointed former Qantas executive general manager John Borghetti as its new chief executive officer and managing director, effective from 8 May. …
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CFM?s Hyderabad training centre opens
2nd March 2010
CFM International has formally opened its new CFM56 training centre in Hyderabad, the fourth such engine maintenance training centre for CFM56 customers worldwide. The new …
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Oman Air goes live with internet and mobile OnAir
2nd March 2010
Claiming a pioneering milestone in the history of aviation, Oman Air has become the first airline to offer both mobile and broadband internet on board …
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Raytheon awarded $18 million for SLAMRAAM long-lead purchases
2nd March 2010
Raytheon Company's Surface Launched Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (SLAMRAAM) program has received approval from the US Army for long-lead purchases, not to exceed $18 million, …
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ELFAA members? passenger numbers grow 8.7% in 2009
2nd March 2010
The European Low Fares Airline Association (ELFAA) has announces that in 2009 its members carried 162.5 million passengers – an 8.7% increase on the previous …
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Air Southwest adds Oyster card deal to serve London-bound passengers
2nd March 2010
Air Southwest has launched a new customer service initiative with the sale of Visitor Oyster cards on all its flights into London, giving passengers quick …
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Porter begins Toronto?Myrtle Beach flights
1st March 2010
Porter Airlines has started its new seasonal service between Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, the only non-stop service between the …
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Dutch MoD targets two more frigates as part of future defence plans
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Saab to build Singapore’s MRCV composite superstructure as it seeks portfolio expansion
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Indian Navy purchases anti-submarine sonobuoys to counter Chinese incursions
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UK defence funding rocked by budget restrictions
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![Dutch MoD targets two more frigates as part of future defence plans]()
Dutch MoD targets two more frigates as part of future defence plans
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Saab to build Singapore’s MRCV composite superstructure as it seeks portfolio expansion
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Indian Navy purchases anti-submarine sonobuoys to counter Chinese incursions
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UK-administered International Fund for Ukraine passes £1 billion milestone
