Military

Military February 11, 2016 BBA Aviation completes acquisition of Landmark Aviation

BBA Aviation plc, has completed the $2.065 billion acquisition of Landmark Aviation, representing a major expansion of Signature Flight Support.

Military February 11, 2016 Cathay Pacific appoints new vice president, Canada

Nick Hays is to lead the airline's operations in Canada.

Military February 10, 2016 Cascade Aerospace begins Block 7.0 upgrade on CC-130J Hercules

Cascade Aerospace Inc. has announced the completion of the first Block 7.0 upgrade installation on a CC-130J Super Hercules operated by the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Military February 10, 2016 Canadian Hornets to withdraw from Op Impact

Canada's CF-188 fighter jets will be withdrawn from Kuwait by Feb. 22, said government officials on Feb. 8.

Military February 8, 2016 F-35A Lightning II completes first transatlantic ocean crossing

The two-phase deployment across the North Atlantic to the U.S. required a total of 11 flight hours, enabled by an Italian Air Force KC-767 aerial refueling tanker.

Business February 4, 2016 Critical Juncture

Investment capital allows Bombardier to focus on hunting C Series customers.

Business February 4, 2016 Diamond Shines Again

After flying under the industry radar for some time, Diamond Aircraft has once again emerged into the general aviation spotlight with the unveiling of its latest evolutionary design, the seven-seat DA62.

Business February 4, 2016 Critical Juncture

Investment capital allows Bombardier to focus on hunting C Series customers.

Military February 4, 2016 New year brings NewLeaf

NewLeaf Travel, Canada’s first ultra-low-cost travel company, officially launched on Jan. 6, 2016.

Military February 4, 2016 Canadian Forces Snowbirds receive ICAS Pinnacle Award

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds demonstration team has received the 2015 ICAS Platinum Pinnacle Award for excellence in the air show business in the “military performer” category.

Military February 4, 2016 Qatar Airways brings Airbus A350 to Philadelphia

Among the many advancements of the Airbus A350, the aircraft features a host of eco-efficiency tools.

Business February 4, 2016 Bombardier delivers first Q400 cargo-combi aircraft to Ryukyu Air Commuter

The first Bombardier Q400 cargo-combi aircraft departed from the Bombardier de Havilland plant at Toronto Downsview Airport on delivery to Okinawa-based Ryukyu Air Commuter Co., Ltd.

General February 4, 2016 Government of Canada announces new vision system to support International Space Station

The contract, worth $1.7 million, was awarded to Neptec Design Group Ltd. of Ottawa, to develop the design for the system, which will be launched in 2020.

General February 4, 2016 FWSAR RFP nets three bids

There are three twin-engine contenders for a multi-billion-dollar contract to supply new fixed-wing search and rescue aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force.