Expands Training Centers With Seven New Full Flight Simulators
Lufthansa Aviation Training (LAT) is investing a total of $100 million in pilot training equipment and in the infrastructure of its own training locations to meet the high customer demand.
Becomes The First Airline To Operate A Combined A330neo And A321LR Fleet
Lisbon-based TAP Air Portugal has taken delivery of its first of twelve A321LRs on order, becoming the first airline to operate a combined A330neo and A321LR fleet. The A321LR is the world’s most flexible and capable large single-aisle aircraft. Powered by CFM engines, TAP’s A321LR is configured with 171 seats (16 full flat Business, 48 Eco Premium and 107 Economy seats).
Air Premia Will Take Delivery Of All Three In 2020
Air Lease Corporation has announced long-term lease agreements with Air Premia (South Korea) for three new Boeing 787-9 aircraft, all scheduled for delivery in 2020. The three Dreamliner aircraft are scheduled to deliver starting in Summer 2020 through Fall 2020 from ALC’s order book with Boeing.
Whistleblowers Say Employees Responsible For Aircraft Certification Lacked Proper Training
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation has launched an investigation of any potential connection between inadequate training and certification of Aviation Safety Inspectors who may have participated in the evaluation of the Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft. The investigation comes in light of recent 737 accidents and information obtained from whistleblowers.
Will Get Input On New Procedures At Multiple Airports In The State
The FAA has scheduled public workshops on proposed new air traffic control procedures developed under the South-Central Florida Metroplex. The project aims to replace dozens of existing flight procedures with satellite-based routes, enhancing safety and efficiency of flights over the state.
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