70 orgs already join FTE World Airport Retailing Working Group

The first Captain for this landmark effort is Sammy Patel, Vice President Commercial, Vantage Airport Group & Chief Executive Officer, Midway Partnership. “The FTE team continues to focus on driving positive change and innovation and bringing all stakeholders together to collaborate in exciting new ways,” Patel shares. “The Working Group provides a highly valuable industry […]

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EASA and JCAB Strengthen Aviation Partnership with Letter of Intent and Memorandum of Cooperation

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) have taken a significant step forward in their collaboration by signing a Letter of Intent (LoI) on the implementation of the EU-Japan Aviation Partnership Project and a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC). This landmark agreement aims to enhance safety, promote regulatory harmonization, […]

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EASA publishes Easy Access Rules for AMC-20 Amendments 21 to 23

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Amendments 21, 22, and 23 of the Easy Access Rules for Acceptable Means of Compliance for Airworthiness of Products, Parts and Appliances (EAR for AMC-20). Amendment 21 (ED Decision 2021/006/R) supports the implementation of the requirements on commercial operation of certain categories of aeroplanes without an […]

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EASA published a new Revision of the Easy Access Rules for Air Operations

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Revision 20, June 2023 of the Easy Access Rules for Air Operations (EAR for Air OPS). This Revision incorporates: The EAR for Air OPS are available for free download on the EASA website as pdf, online dynamic publications with filters and search functions for simple navigation with computers, tablets, […]

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EASA publishes updated Easy Access Rules for Normal-Category Aeroplanes (CS-23) – CS Amendment 5; AMC/GM Issue 3 — Available in pdf, online & XML format

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published the updated Easy Access Rules for Normal-Category Aeroplanes (CS-23) — CS Amendment 5; AMC/GM Issue 3. This publication incorporates ED Decision 2020/006/R with the objective to mitigate the potential effects of cybersecurity threats on safety. The Easy Access Rules for Normal-Category Aeroplanes (CS-23) are available for free download […]

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Gwalior Airport to provide “seamless baggage handling process”

Alstef Group – a member of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has been awarded the contract for the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a new baggage handling system at Gwalior Airport in Madhya Pradesh, India. Alstef Group – a member of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has been awarded […]

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EASA partners with African Civil Aviation Commission to foster SAF usage in Africa

The African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) organised a workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on July 3-5, 2023 to accelerate the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) in Africa. The aim was to further the understanding of what SAF is and why it is crucial to […]

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US CBP Preclearance facility to open at Toronto City Airport

PortsToronto has announced that US CBP Preclearance will be introduced at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, contributing “immensely to the convenience and seamless experiences that passengers expect”. PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, has announced that US Customs and Border Protection (US CBP) Preclearance will be introduced at the airport. The […]

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LAWA begins new LAX Midfield Satellite Concourse South project

Los Angeles World Airports – host of FTE Global (19-21 September) – has begun the next phase of its Capital Improvement Program at Los Angeles International Airport, the Midfield Satellite Concourse South. Photo: Los Angeles World Airports Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) – host of FTE Global (19-21 September 2023) – has begun the next […]

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Sichuan Airlines to install Recaro’s CL4710 onboard new A319neos

Sichuan Airlines is to install Recaro Aircraft Seating’s CL4710 in the business class cabin onboard 10 brand-new A319neo aircraft. A total of 80 seats will be installed. First deliveries will be in May 2024. Sichuan Airlines is to install Recaro Aircraft Seating’s CL4710 in the business class cabin onboard 10 brand-new A319neo aircraft. A total […]

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