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Barber-Nichols, A Graham Corporation Company, Supplied Critical Turbomachinery Components for Universal Hydrogen’s Fuel Cell Powered Aircraft

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Matt Malone, VP and General Manager – Barber-Nichols, commented, “We are proud to have been instrumental in the success of Universal Hydrogen’s accomplishments in clean air travel.

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  • Matt Malone, VP and General Manager – Barber-Nichols, commented, “We are proud to have been instrumental in the success of Universal Hydrogen’s accomplishments in clean air travel.
  • This project demonstrates Barber-Nichol’s ability to collaborate with our customers to meet their complex technical needs, utilizing our engineering and manufacturing expertise.
  • Universal Hydrogen also received its G-1 Issue Paper from Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a milestone which is required to certify the airworthiness and environmental standards of hydrogen-powered aircraft.
  • Mr. Malone added, “Hydrogen as a clean, alternative fuel is gaining traction in aerospace and transportation, or the mobility market in general.

magniX Appoints Industry Veteran Tim Allen as VP, Sales and Marketing

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Monday, August 28, 2023

He will lead sales and marketing at magniX, working 3with customers to deliver

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  • He will lead sales and marketing at magniX, working 3with customers to deliver
    magniX has powered flights by five different aircraft, leading electric aviation in every category
    EVERETT, Wash., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- magniX , the company powering the electric aviation revolution, today announced the appointment of Tim Allen as VP, Sales and Marketing.
  • Allen brings more than 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry, covering diverse technical sales, business development, technical support, and operations.
  • Allen will lead sales and marketing at magniX, working with customers to deliver zero emissions propulsion solutions.
  • "As the consequences of climate change become ever more apparent, I am very proud to be joining magniX and supporting its efforts to decarbonize the aviation industry," said Tim Allen, VP, Sales and Marketing, at magniX.

Bridger Aerospace Enters into Definitive Purchase Agreement with Bighorn Airways

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Monday, July 24, 2023

BELGRADE, Mont., July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (“Bridger” or “Bridger Aerospace”), (NASDAQ: BAER), one of the nation’s largest aerial firefighting companies, today announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement with Bighorn Airways, Inc. (“Bighorn”), a specialty aviation company based in Sheridan, WY.

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  • BELGRADE, Mont., July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (“Bridger” or “Bridger Aerospace”), (NASDAQ: BAER), one of the nation’s largest aerial firefighting companies, today announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement with Bighorn Airways, Inc. (“Bighorn”), a specialty aviation company based in Sheridan, WY.
  • “The addition of Bighorn’s assets to the Bridger Aerospace family expands our aerial firefighting services to new mission critical areas,” commented Tim Sheehy, Bridger Aerospace’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • We are honored to welcome Bighorn to the Bridger family.”
    Bighorn’s fleet of 12 aircraft includes three Bombardier Dash 8 featuring a 7500 lbs.
  • Bridger will provide further information on the outlook for the Company and the addition of Bighorn during its next quarterly earnings call.

Universal Hydrogen Selects Air & Space Port in Mojave, CA as New Flight Test Center

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

Universal Hydrogen Co. , the company achieving true zero emission aviation with renewable hydrogen, has selected the Mojave Air & Space Port as its new flight test center, and also announced the successful ferry flight to Mojave of its Dash-8 modified 40-passenger regional airliner, powered on one side by a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain.

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  • Universal Hydrogen Co. , the company achieving true zero emission aviation with renewable hydrogen, has selected the Mojave Air & Space Port as its new flight test center, and also announced the successful ferry flight to Mojave of its Dash-8 modified 40-passenger regional airliner, powered on one side by a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain.
  • Since its initial successful flight test earlier this year, Universal Hydrogen has achieved four subsequent test flights, maintaining its planned trajectory for the two-year flight test campaign expected to culminate in 2025.
  • During its second flight, the converted aircraft achieved a 30-minute flight at 170 knots of indicated airspeed (KIAS), ascending to 5,000 feet.
  • "Bringing Universal Hydrogen to the Mojave Air & Space Port is a big win for us and the local community,” said Tim Reid, General Manager of Mojave.

Air Canada and Chorus Aviation Comment on Air Canada's Bridging Agreement for Additional Regional Capacity

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

MONTREAL and HALIFAX, NS, May 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) and Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX: CHR) ("Chorus"), parent company of Jazz Aviation LP ("Jazz"), are providing comment on Air Canada's arrangement for additional flying capacity with another airline for up to six De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft.

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  • MONTREAL and HALIFAX, NS, May 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) and Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX: CHR) ("Chorus"), parent company of Jazz Aviation LP ("Jazz"), are providing comment on Air Canada's arrangement for additional flying capacity with another airline for up to six De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft.
  • As these efforts continue, and to help meet the needs and expectations of the travelling public, Air Canada has entered into a bridging arrangement with another airline to provide additional regional capacity on select routes in eastern Canada," said Mr. Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada.
  • "Chorus understands that Air Canada is increasing capacity to meet travel demand and that the addition of these aircraft is a bridging solution.
  • We confirm that this agreement does not impact Chorus financially," said Mr. Colin Copp, President and Chief Executive Officer of Chorus.

Air Canada and Chorus Aviation Comment on Air Canada's Bridging Agreement for Additional Regional Capacity

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

MONTREAL and HALIFAX, NS, May 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) and Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX: CHR) ("Chorus"), parent company of Jazz Aviation LP ("Jazz"), are providing comment on Air Canada's arrangement for additional flying capacity with another airline for up to six De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft.

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  • MONTREAL and HALIFAX, NS, May 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) and Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX: CHR) ("Chorus"), parent company of Jazz Aviation LP ("Jazz"), are providing comment on Air Canada's arrangement for additional flying capacity with another airline for up to six De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft.
  • As these efforts continue, and to help meet the needs and expectations of the travelling public, Air Canada has entered into a bridging arrangement with another airline to provide additional regional capacity on select routes in eastern Canada," said Mr. Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada.
  • "Chorus understands that Air Canada is increasing capacity to meet travel demand and that the addition of these aircraft is a bridging solution.
  • We confirm that this agreement does not impact Chorus financially," said Mr. Colin Copp, President and Chief Executive Officer of Chorus.

Alaska Airlines and ZeroAvia developing world's largest zero-emission aircraft

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Monday, May 1, 2023

"This is a great step forward in aviation innovation, to help create a new future of flight – right here at home," said Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci.

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  • "This is a great step forward in aviation innovation, to help create a new future of flight – right here at home," said Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci.
  • "Alaska Airlines has defined a five-part journey to achieve net zero carbon emissions long-term, but we can't get there alone.
  • In 2021, Alaska Airlines launched a partnership and invested in ZeroAvia to support the development of zero emissions propulsion technology for regional aircraft.
  • As the fifth largest U.S. airline with a large regional network, Alaska has a unique opportunity to support the development of zero-emissions propulsion technology for regional aircraft.

Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Market Analysis Report 2022: A $45.4 Billion Market in 2021 - 11-Year Forecast from 2022 to 2032 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 23, 2023

The "Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global commercial aircraft aerostructures market study provides an 11-year forecast from 2022 to 2032.
  • Driven by new aircraft deliveries, linefit accounted for a higher market share than aftermarket, the demand of which comes from aircraft fleets in service.
  • Besides aerostructures suppliers, leading aircraft OEMs such as Airbus and Boeing also have in-house capabilities to produce aerostructures.

Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Market Research Report 2022-2032: Rising Demand for Aircraft Composite Parts Provides Linefit Opportunities to Aerostructures Suppliers

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

DUBLIN, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --The "Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --The "Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global commercial aircraft aerostructures market study provides an 11-year forecast from 2022 to 2032.
  • Driven by new aircraft deliveries, linefit accounted for a higher market share than aftermarket, the demand of which comes from aircraft fleets in service.
  • To cater to the rising demand for domestic air travel, both countries' airlines have ordered narrowbody aircraft, increasing linefit growth opportunities for nacelle suppliers.

Raytheon Technologies Completes First Engine Run of Regional Hybrid-Electric Flight Demonstrator

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) announced today the successful first engine run of the company's regional hybrid-electric flight demonstrator, marking a key milestone towards flight testing, targeted to begin in 2024.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) announced today the successful first engine run of the company's regional hybrid-electric flight demonstrator, marking a key milestone towards flight testing, targeted to begin in 2024.
  • The propulsion system's initial run took place at Pratt & Whitney's innovation facility in Longueuil, Quebec and performed as expected.
  • H55 S.A., recently the subject of a minority investment by Raytheon Technologies' venture capital arm, RTX Ventures , will supply battery systems.
  • The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.