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Air Transport

VIAVI Solutions | March 15, 2023

On March 14, 2023, a global network test, monitoring and assurance solutions provider, VIAVI Solutions, announced approval for the AVX-10K Flight Line Test Set for use on all Boeing commercial aircraft previously approved for the IFR4000 and IFR6000. During installation, maintenance, and biannual inspections, the AVX-10K is utilized for performance verification and troubleshooting of airborne systems. The device combines the navigation, communication, and surveillance test capab...

United Airlines | August 27, 2020

United Airlines is preparing for the biggest pilot furloughs of its history after announcing on Thursday the need to cut 2,850 pilot jobs this year, or about 21% of the total, without further U.S. government aid. Airlines, reeling from the devastating impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic on air travel, have asked the U.S. government for another $25 billion to cover employee payroll through March. The first tranche, which banned any job cuts until Oct. 1, expires at the end of Septembe...

Air Transport

Teledyne FLIR | January 06, 2023

Advanced digital imaging products manufacturer, Teledyne FLIR, recently acquired ChartWorld International Limited and its affiliates. Subscribers to ChartWorld's software as a service (SaaS) for commercial maritime use are entitled to the free type-approved Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), global 24/7 support and a lifetime guarantee. ChartWorld also offers digital Electronic Navigational Charts, and various geospatial software and services, such as vo...

Aviation Technology

WISK | January 25, 2022

Wisk, a leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company and developer of the first all-electric, self-flying air taxi in the U.S., has secured $450 million in funding from The Boeing Company, making it one of the most well-funded AAM companies in the world. Combined with previous funding, this investment reinforces Wisk’s strong position as a privately-backed AAM leader and highlights the strength of Wisk’s strategic partnership with Boeing and their collaboration on critical technology ...