Aerospace

Turkish TAI will display their upcoming Heavy class helicopter at the Paris Airshow in 2023.

The Turkish T925 helicopter will be on display at the 2023 Paris Air Show. The mock-up design is somewhat unique for its class; this kind of design is uncommon. The helicopter, which will be used by TCG Anadolu, was built to withstand corrosion and ship hangar conditions.

For the first time, the TUSA 10 TONNE CLASS GENERAL PURPOSE HELICOPTER was on display at the T-925 #ParisAirShow The helicopter is built with cutting-edge technology mission and flight systems, a crew capacity of 20+ persons, and a ferry range of 160 knots and 1000 kilometres.

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— Malpsoy (@rmalpsoy) June 18, 2023

The helicopter is intended to carry more than 20 people, have a 1000 km range, and go at 160 knots. be built with modern, high-tech mission and flight technologies. Prof. DR. Temel Kotil, the managing director of Turkish Aerospace Industry Inc., stated the following regarding the development work: “The T925, the T929 ATAK II’s “sister,” will conduct its maiden flight on March 18, 2024.”

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EASA Ends Suspension on PIA, Approves Flights to Europe

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The suspension of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) from operating in Europe is finally over, marking a significant turning point for Pakistan’s aviation sector.

After years of scrutiny and stringent safety assessments, the European Commission and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have officially lifted the ban on PIA. This decision also grants Airblue authorization to operate flights to Europe, further enhancing Pakistan’s connectivity with the region.

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PIA’s suspension, initially imposed in June 2020, was a direct consequence of concerns regarding the oversight capabilities of Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA). These concerns were triggered shortly after a tragic PIA plane crash that claimed 97 lives, prompting an investigation into the validity of pilot licenses issued in the country.

Now, after four years of continuous efforts and reforms by the PCAA, EASA has expressed renewed confidence in Pakistan’s aviation regulatory framework. In a statement, EASA highlighted that Pakistan has successfully addressed safety compliance issues, enabling PIA to resume its operations within the European Union.

A spokesperson for PIA expressed optimism, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to strictly adhere to EASA’s regulations and guidelines. “This milestone has been achieved after four years of relentless efforts by the PIA management,” the spokesperson said.

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The lifting of the ban is expected to have a profound impact on PIA’s future. The airline, which employs over 7,000 people, has faced criticism in the past for poor management, financial instability, and regulatory challenges.

However, the restoration of European operations is seen as a vital step toward regaining its competitive edge, improving its financial standing, and restoring its reputation on the global stage.

Pakistan’s government, which has been exploring options to privatize the debt-laden national carrier, is hopeful that this development will attract foreign investment and bolster the country’s aviation industry.

With a renewed focus on compliance and safety, PIA is now poised to rebuild its presence in Europe, offering Pakistani travelers and international passengers more connectivity and improved service.