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UAV Airbus Helicopters VSR700 flies unmanned for the first time
Airbus Helicopters has released, that its VSR700 helicopter has performed its first unmanned flight.
Airlines NAC orders three Embraer E190 and signs lease agreement with HOP!
Aircraft manufacturer Embraer and leasing firm Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) have signed a firm contract for three E190 aircraft.
Airlines Air France could shut down Joon
Air France is currently considering to shut down its low-cost subsidiary airline Joon.
Industry Bombardier adds line maintenance station at Le Bourget Airport
Bombardier has announced, that it will expand its current services and support network.
Industry First A330-800 lifts off on maiden flight
The first Airbus A330-800 took off for its maiden flight taking place over south-western France.
Helicopters SAF Group orders six Airbus helicopters
France´s SAF Group has announced that it has ordered six new Airbus helicopters, which will be used for EMS missions.
Industry Airbus appoints Guillaume Faury as new CEO
The directors’ board at Airbus has selected Guillaume Faury as future Airbus Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who will succeed Tom Enders.
Airlines Joon to add six new destinations in 2019
Low-cost carrier Joon has announced, that the airline will add six destinations to its route network for summer 2019.
Airlines Air France reveals new cabin product
Air France has revealed a new Economy and Premium Economy product for its Airbus A330 long-haul aircraft.
Airlines Air France and Qantas announce codeshare agreement
Air France and Qantas have announced they have renewed their codeshare agreement.
Industry Launch Operator A330Neo completes maiden flight
The first A330Neo for the type’s launch operator TAP Air Portugal has completed its maiden flight.
Industry Ultra Long Range A350 completes first flight
The Ultra Long Range version of the A350 XWB, MSN 216, has successfully completed its first flight.
Airlines Joon launches long-haul flights
Air France’s new subsidiary Joon has commenced long-haul flights with a first Airbus A340-300.
Industry Airbus A330-800 rolls out of the paintshop
The newest member of the A330neo Family, the A330-800, has rolled out of the paintshop, on track for its first flight in mid-2018.
Start-Ups French Blue becomes French Bee
The French start-up carrier French Blue has announced the renaming into French Bee.
Industry ATR installs new Flight Simulator in Toulouse
ATR Aircraft has announced to install a new Full Flight Simulator (FFS) at its training center in Toulouse, France.
Industry A321LR successfully completes maiden flight
Airbus’ first A321LR has has accomplished its maiden flight following a mission lasting 2 hours and 36 minutes.
Airlines Aigle Azur orders two Airbus A330 for long-haul operations
French airline Aigle Azur has announced to start long-haul operations in 2018. Today, the airline ordered two Airbus A330-200 aircraft.
Start-Ups Group Dubreuil rebrands French Blue
The French start-up carrier French Blue has announced the renaming into “French”.
Airlines Air France-KLM and Jet Airways extend cooperation
Air France-KLM and Jet Airways have signed a landmark ‘Enhanced Cooperation Agreement’ for the development of their operations between Europe and India.