Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:
> Zanzibar reveals plans for own aircraft, airport upgrades
The government of Zanzibar plans to buy an aircraft while prioritising airport infrastructure improvements, according to Khalid Mohamed Salum, minister of transport of the semi-autonomous region in Tanzania. Read more
> FAA Boeing 787 inspections could impact 64,000 flights, according to Mabrian
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new directive mandating Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft inspections. This move could disrupt over 64,000 flights and affect more than 18 million seats globally in the next 30 days, according to data from travel intelligence platform Mabrian. Read more
> Italian aviation authorities investigate after turbulence injures two EasyJet flight attendants
Italian authorities have launched an investigation after two easyJet flight attendants were injured when their flight from Corfu to London’s Gatwick Airport was buffeted by turbulence earlier this week. Read more
> Boeing pauses 777-9 testing after structural component failure
Boeing has paused the testing of its newest aircraft, the Boeing 777-9 (777X) and a structural component was found to have failed in a post-flight inspection. Read more
> FAA Proposes Cybersecurity Protections for Certification
The proposal codifies requirements the FAA has been issuing through special conditions. Read more
> Brexit red tape forces UK cargo airline to fly to the US for routine servicing
The boss of One Air calls on Labour not to ignore the problem when it opens talks with the EU about a trading reset. Read more
> Man opens aircraft`s emergency exit, walks on wing at Australian airport
The incident occurred when Jetstar Flight JQ507 arrived at Melbourne Airport from Sydney and parked at a terminal gate. Read more
> Sofema Online marks client success
Sofema Online congratulates Nirupam Sarkar for completing all SOL Diplomas, recognising his commitment to continuous learning. Read more
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