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The Star
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Star
Rolls-Royce to operate new aero engine facility in Beijing
Airbus showcases the model of its latest passenger aircraft at the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai in November. YIN LIQIN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE BEIJING: Rolls-Royce's first aero engine maintenance, repair and overhaul joint venture in the Chinese mainland is on track to begin operations by the end of 2025, said a senior executive of the British aircraft engine manufacturer. The new facility in the northeastern suburbs of Beijing marks the aero engine giant's significant expansion in one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets, indicating the company's optimism about the Chinese market and its recognition of the country's supply chain. Beijing Aero Engine Services Ltd, a JV with Air China, is set to initially service Trent 700 engines for Airbus A330 aircraft before expanding to Trent XWB and Trent 1000 engines for Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 aircraft, respectively, said Troy Wang, executive vice-president for Greater China at Rolls-Royce, in an exclusive interview with Xinhua News Agency. "At its full capacity, which is expected to be achieved in the mid-2030s, BAESL will be able to support up to 250 shop visits per year," said Wang. The facility, which will employ up to 800 people at full capacity, represents a strategic growth initiative in China, Rolls-Royce's third-largest single-country market globally by revenue. Prior to BAESL, Rolls-Royce has been servicing Chinese mainland customers through its global MRO network, including HAESL in Hong Kong, which was established in 1997. The BAESL project is the latest in a series of investments by Rolls-Royce in China, including five JVs with Chinese partners. According to a report released by Aviation Industry Corporation of China, China's aviation sector is projected to require over 8,200 new passenger aircraft by 2043 to meet growing demand, including more than 1,500 wide-body jets. "China is not only a market, but also an important part of our supply chain," said Wang. He highlighted that Rolls-Royce has built a wide network of over 50 suppliers across the country, which manufacture key engine components and parts while "embedding digital and automation innovation capability". BAESL is being built as a "world-leading digitally enabled aero engine repair and overhaul shop" incorporating the latest digital technology. The JV is already partnering with leading digital solution providers in China to develop AI-enabled capabilities. China's aviation sector has shown remarkable resilience and growth potential despite global economic uncertainties as its industrial ecosystem continues to demonstrate competitiveness in "cost, quality and lead time", Wang said. Last year, Rolls-Royce expanded its JV in China with Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Co Ltd, a Chinese internal combustion engine manufacturer, to address the country's fast-growing market. - China Daily/ANN
Malay Mail
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Vietjet doubles Airbus A330 order in US$8b deal for Asia, Europe expansion plans
HANOI, May 26 — Vietnamese airline Vietjet Air said Monday it will buy 20 widebody Airbus A330-900 planes, doubling its order from the aviation giant in a deal worth an estimated US$8 billion. The budget carrier's chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao signed the deal with Airbus as French President Emmanuel Macron looked on as he made an official visit to Hanoi. The carrier said the order was part of its plans to expand its operations in Asia as well as introducing future long-haul services to Europe. The announcement comes on top of the 20 A330-900s ordered by VietJet in February last year. The airline said the A330s would enable it to 'increase flights on high-capacity routes across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as to introduce future long haul services to Europe'. The list price of the aircraft was around seven billion euros (US$8 billion), an Airbus source told AFP. 'Vietjet remains dedicated to delivering greater connectivity and sustainable air travel for millions of passengers in Vietnam and around the world,' Thao said in the Vietjet statement. The Vietjet fleet currently numbers 115 aircraft, all Airbus, including seven A330-300s operating to destinations in Australia, India and Kazakhstan. The carrier has another 96 single-aisle A320s on order from Airbus. The Vietjet deal is one of a raft of agreements expected to be signed between Vietnamese and French companies as Macron makes his official visit to the communist country, which was once ruled by France. — AFP
International Business Times
21-05-2025
- International Business Times
Who Is John Stea? Military Technician Arrested for Making False Bomb Threat on Hawaiian Airlines at San Diego Airport
A Navy technician was arrested for reportedly making a false bomb threat during a Hawaiian Airlines flight, authorities said. Electronics Technician 1st Class John Stea, 35, allegedly told a flight attendant that the person seated next to him had a bomb just minutes before takeoff from San Diego International Airport on Tuesday morning, the San Diego Harbor Police said. Authorities were alerted and quickly swarmed Hawaiian Airlines Flight 15 on the runway at 8:45 a.m. One man was removed from the plane in handcuffs, according to witnesses. However, it still remains unclear whether it was Stea or the person he had falsely accused of carrying a bomb inside the plane. Creating a Panic Situation All 293 passengers on board were evacuated from the aircraft and transported by bus to a secure location. The aircraft was cleared after law enforcement conducted a thorough search of the plane using bomb-sniffing dogs. Passengers reboarded, and the flight took off for Honolulu roughly five hours later, Hawaiian Airlines reported. Officials later said that there is no danger to passengers at San Diego International Airport. "Harbor Police reminds the public that maliciously reporting a false bomb threat is against the law and can result in fines and up to one year incarceration in county jail or state prison if convicted," the agency said. Everything West Smooth after Check "During pushback from the gate, a guest was overheard making a threat to the safety of our aircraft," said Melissa Villegas, a spokesperson for Hawaiian Airlines. "As a precaution, the captain immediately taxied the Airbus A330 to a safe location on the airfield where it was met with local and federal law enforcement, and guests were safely deplaned." "We appreciate their understanding during this situation and apologize for any concern this may have caused," said Villegas. "We are working to get all guests to Honolulu as quickly as possible. We are grateful for the professionalism and care of our flight attendants and pilots throughout this event." The response to the incident included the Port of San Diego Harbor Police Maritime Tactical SWAT team, the K-9 unit, the Joint Terrorism Task Force, and the San Diego Fire Department, all of whom were dispatched to the scene. "The safety of the public and our personnel is of utmost importance to the Navy. We take all threats seriously and are cooperating fully with local and federal authorities," Lt. Mohammad N. Issa, deputy public affairs officer, Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, said in a statement.
Epoch Times
21-05-2025
- Epoch Times
Flight at San Diego Airport Evacuated and 1 Arrested Following Reports of Bomb Threat
SAN DIEGO—One person was arrested following reports of a possible bomb threat on a Hawaiian Airlines flight set to take off from San Diego International Airport, leading to the evacuation of the plane, officials said. The Airbus A330 bound for Honolulu had just pushed back from the gate around 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, when 'a flight attendant informed the flight's captain that a passenger reported a possible bomb onboard,' according to a statement from Port of San Diego Harbor police.
Arab Times
21-05-2025
- Arab Times
Flight at San Diego airport evacuated and 1 arrested following reports of a bomb threat
SAN DIEGO, May 21, (AP): One person was arrested following reports of a possible bomb threat on a Hawaiian Airlines flight set to take off from San Diego International Airport, leading to the evacuation of the plane, officials said. The Airbus A330 bound for Honolulu had just pushed back from the gate around 8:45 a.m. Tuesday when "a flight attendant informed the flight's captain that a passenger reported a possible bomb onboard,' according to a statement from Port of San Diego Harbor police. The captain called police and SWAT officers, and the FBI responded to search the aircraft. Nothing suspicious was found, and there was no threat to travelers, the police statement said. A 35-year-old man was arrested on charges of making a false bomb threat and false report of a security threat, according to a news release from the Port of San Diego. The man allegedly told a flight attendant that the passenger next to him had a bomb. Hawaiian Airlines said in a statement that "a guest was overheard making a threat to the safety of our aircraft' and the captain alerted authorities as a precaution. All 293 people aboard Hawaiian Airlines Flight 15 were evacuated and transported by bus to a safe area. The plane was cleared by law enforcement and the passengers were able to reboard. It departed for Honolulu around 2:15 p.m., the airline later said.
