UK Ministry of Defence Announces £100M Redevelopment Project at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose

RNAS Culdrose, home to Royal Navy’s Merlin HM2 helicopters, will see the construction of a new hangar and air engineering training school as part of a £100 million redevelopment project. The base is also refurbishing existing facilities to train future aircraft maintainers. The investment includes upgraded security fencing, relocation of a display aircraft, and modernization … Read more

World Aviation Festival: ATC and engine issues require adaptable approach, says Wizz Air boss

József Váradi, the CEO of Wizz Air, discussed the challenges in the aviation supply chain at the World Aviation Festival. He highlighted issues with OEMs and Air Traffic Control (ATC), noting that ATC has failed to integrate on a European scale. Despite an increase in flight volumes due to the closure of Russian airspace, Hungary … Read more

Air Combat Command Welcomes First EA-37B Compass Call

On August 23, 2024, the U.S. Air Force received its first EA-37B Compass Call, a cutting-edge airborne electromagnetic attack system, at Davis-Monthan AFB. The aircraft will be used for pilot training and will be operated by the 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron. This new aircraft replaces the older EC-130H and introduces advanced electronic combat capabilities. The … Read more