Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:
> Boeing to retrofit 737 MAX fleet with enhanced door plug design following NTSB probe
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has urged Boeing to retrofit its 737 MAX fleet with an enhanced design for mid-exit door plug panels.
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> How The EU Banning Hand Luggage Fees Might Affect Low-Cost Carriers
While Europe is full of legacy airlines and flag carriers with long and diverse histories, low-cost operators also make up a considerable proportion of the current market.
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> EASA suspends research on single-pilot operations
This decision impacts research on Extended Minimum Crew Operations (eMCO) and Single Pilot Operations (SiPO).
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> Fuel-efficient future: Air Transat unveils AI-powered eco-piloting solution
Canadian carrier Air Transat deploys AI and machine learning platform to boost fuel efficiency and cut emissions.
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> Investigators begin analyzing data from black boxes of Air India flight that crashed
Investigators have begun analyzing data extracted from the black boxes of the ill-fated Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed about two weeks ago, killing at least 270 people.
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> Live Update: Roof Collapse At Palma Airport Shocks Tourists In Spain, Now What?
A shocking incident unfolded at Palma Airport in Majorca, as part of the airport’s roof suddenly collapsed, causing widespread panic among passengers.
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> FAA air traffic controllers overstaffed at 30% of facilities, creating staffing shortages at other sites
The Federal Aviation Administration is taking steps to address its longstanding air traffic controller shortage. But a new report finds the FAA’s workforce is unevenly distributed, leading to overstaffing in some facilities, while some remain understaffed.
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