June 2011 archive

Embraer signs 39 E-Jet orders at Paris Air Show

Embraer announced at the Paris Air Show that  that three airlines and two leasing companies have ordered a total of 39 of its E-Jets worth up to $1.7 billion. The company indicated in a news release that it has signed a letter of intent with Kenya Airways for 10 firm orders for the E-Jet 190 …

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ASA facing fine from FAA for missed inspection of CRJ aircraft after lightning strikes

The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a $425,000 fine against Atlantic Southeast Airlines for allegedly operating two Bombardier CRJ regional jeta when they were not in compliance with FAA regulations. The allegation is that ASA failed to complete required inspections of two aircraft after they were struck by lightning. One indicent took place on July …

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ANI Group Holdings Limited places tentative orders for MRJ aircraft

Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation announced that it has completed a tentative order with ANI Group Holdings Limited to purchase five of its MRJ regional jets for onward operation by unnamed Indonesian airlines. The company said in a statement that it had signed a memorandum of understanding that could lead to a firm order for five aircraft and the …

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Delta introduces WiFi to ASA CRJ-700s

The first Regional Jet in the world with In-Flight WiFi reentered service today after the installation of the system in a Atlantic Southeast Airlines Canadair CRJ700, under the Delta Connection banner. The system is provided by Gogo Inflight Internet and is billed at various levels of service including a monthly unlimited connection plan for $34.95 US. Delta plans …

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