Aviation News
The New Generation Seastar amphibious aircraft has made its maiden flight on Mar. 28. The flight was performed by Dornier Seawings test pilot crew and took 31 minutes, according to the news release.
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Boeing announced on Mar. 30 that it has given a $1.5 billion production contract for 18 P-8A maritime patrol aircraft.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Juan S. Sua / Public domain
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Myasishchev has completed the modifications to a An-140-100 for aerial photography work, UAC announced.
Photo: UAC
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Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has confirmed that the company is negotiating with Hillwood Aviation for the purchase of four to eight T-50A advanced jet trainers.
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Recent social media posting by China’s Guizhou Aviation Industry Corporation (GAIC) might be hinting that the company’s JL-9 advanced jet trainer will soon be converted for carrier-borne operations.
Graphic: GAIC
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