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New Silk Road: World factors drive rail freight growth

Simon Walton
August 13, 2024
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The Chinese government has posted figures that show significant growth in international rail freight traffic. The state-owned railway network has expressed encouragement that trade with Europe, along what’s become known as the New Silk Road, is healthier than ever.

Royal New Zealand Air Force receives first Super Hercules

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August 13, 2024
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Crews from 40 Squadron located at RNZAF Base Auckland, Whenuapai, will operate the new C-130Js, representing one of the most advanced configurations of the Super Hercules ever produced.

Whole-of-industry effort needed to attract, retain talent

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August 13, 2024
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Aviation Australia CEO Glenn Ryan AM will participate in a panel session at the Australian Aviation Summit alongside other industry heavyweights about how the industry could attract the next generation into aviation.

RAAF to train German Air Force pilots from next year

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August 13, 2024
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The RAAF has already hosted German military aircraft and personnel during the recent air combat training activity, Exercise Pitch Black, in the Northern Territory.

Virgin to replace regional Fokkers with E-Jet E2s

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August 13, 2024
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The airline, which had also been considering the Airbus A220-100, has ordered eight of the second-generation E-Jets, with the first to be delivered from the second half of 2025.

Questions swirl around Cairns helicopter crash as probes begin

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August 12, 2024
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Nautilus Aviation, which owned the helicopter that hit the roof of the DoubleTree hotel on the Cairns Esplanade at around 1:50am, said the flight was “unauthorised” and that it is working with authorities including Queensland Police and the ATSB to inv…

Air New Zealand’s new cabin simulator to offer accurate 787 training

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August 12, 2024
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The device, which will see use by more than 2,250 crew members for training and assessment over the next 12 months, includes 52 fully-functioning seats across Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Premier classes.

New research to track ‘invisible’ hypersonic missiles

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August 12, 2024
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The research, led by Northrop Grumman and Sydney-based start-up Spiral Blue, will use space-based AI and “pioneering imaging” to track the currently undetectable weapons.

‘Unauthorised’ helicopter flight crashes into Cairns hotel

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August 12, 2024
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Hundreds were evacuated from the Double Tree Hotel on the Cairns Esplanade after the Robinson R44 helicopter collided with the roof at around 1:50am, causing a fire. Two people were taken to hospital with smoke inhalation.

Rex founder claims ‘rude’ Lim blocked takeover

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August 11, 2024
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Michael Jones, who now oversees spaceport business Equatorial Launch Australia, revealed the group were attracted to the prospect of growing Rex’s 737 capital city services.