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Unmanned Aircraft Over 250g Must Be Equipped With “Digital licence plate” by December 2025

Effective from 1 December 2025, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) will require all unmanned aircraft (UA) weighing over 250g to be equipped with Broadcast Remote Identification (B-RID), in an effort to boost Singapore’s aviation safety and security. Acting as a “digital licence plate” for UA, the B-RID uses Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology to transmit […]

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GE Aerospace Collaborates with Korean Air to Provide Safety Insight for its Flight Data Monitoring System

On 26 July 2024, GE Aerospace announced a significant new Safety Insight contract with Korean Air, South Korea’s leading global airline, to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational excellence through the implementation of GE Aerospace’s Flight Data Monitoring system across the entire organization. Highlighted in GE Aerospace’s media release, Safety Insight will enhance safety protocols and operational […]

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Collins Aerospace to Relocate Singapore Plant to New $250M Manufacturing Facility in Seletar

Collins Aerospace has recently revealed the relocation of its manufacturing facility in Singapore to a new state-of-the-art site in Seletar Aerospace Park. This move signifies a substantial investment of $250 million, enhancing the company’s capabilities and reinforcing its dedication to innovation and excellence within the aerospace sector. The upcoming facility is scheduled to commence construction […]

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GE Aerospace Invests $1 Billion to Enhance MRO Facilities Worldwide

GE Aerospace has announced plans to enhance its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and component repair facilities globally by investing more than $1 billion over the next five years. The investment aims to enhance its customers’ fleet support by boosting capacity and refining turnaround times. These investments will allow GE Aerospace to enhance its capability […]

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SATS Restructures Gateway Services Business to Bolster Growth in Singapore and Asia-Pacific

SATS Ltd. (SATS), a world leader in air cargo handling and a provider of food solutions, has announced a strategic restructuring of its Gateway Services business. The move, announced on 10 July, aims to strengthen SATS’ position in both its home market of Singapore while scaling its international presence to capture growth opportunities overseas. SATS’ […]

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ST Engineering Enhances LEAP Engine Support for Safran Aircraft Engines

On 9 July 2024, ST Engineering announced that its Commercial Aerospace division has strengthened its collaboration with Safran Aircraft Engines, by signing a two-year agreement, with a possible option for extension, to offer module repair offload support for the CFM LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. Highlighted in its new announcement, Safran Aircraft Engines will offload module […]

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New Unmanned Aircraft Flying Area Launched in Singapore

To support the growing community of unmanned aircraft (UA) enthusiasts, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has established a second dedicated area for UA flying. Located on Dover Road, the site of the former Warren Golf Course, this new Unmanned Aircraft Flying Area (UAFA) follows the successful launch of the first UAFA at Pandan […]

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China’s Chang’e-6 Set to Bring Lunar Treasures Back to Earth

On 4th June 2024, China’s uncrewed Chang’e-6 spacecraft lifted off from the far side of the Moon carrying a precious cargo of samples, marking an exciting moment in lunar exploration. This ascent followed the successful and historic landing of Chang’e-6 on the dark side of the Moon just two days prior. The Chang’e-6 mission represents […]

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IATA To Launch Global Registry for Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Nearly 30 organisations representing national civil aviation authorities, airlines, OEMs and fuel producers have already pledged support The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is set to establish a Registry for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) to authoritatively account for and report emissions reductions from SAF. The Registry is anticipated to launch in the first quarter of […]

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Airbus Unveils Unmanned ‘Wingman’ for Fighter Jets

The future of air combat is taking shape, and it looks like it will increasingly involve a pilot flying alongside an unmanned teammate. At the ILA Berlin Air Show, Airbus will unveil its Wingman concept, a fighter-like drone designed to escort and support manned fighter jets on missions. Traditionally, a “wingman” refers to a pilot […]

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