FTI Engineering Network GmbH Expands Capabilities Through Asset Deal with APUS Zero Emission – Now Operating as APUS Zero Mission

FTI Engineering Network GmbH has significantly expanded its capacities and service offerings through an asset deal with APUS Zero Emission. Moving forward, the company will focus on projects in civil aviation at its Strausberg location. With this step, FTI now employs around 100 staff members and positions itself as one of the leading players in aircraft modification in Europe.
The asset deal enables FTI to acquire strong new expertise in aircraft manufacturing and development, greatly enhancing its service portfolio. Going forward, APUS will operate under the name APUS Zero Emission – A Company of FTI Engineering Network GmbH. READ MORE

Photo by Robert Lebelt. f.l.t.r. Robert Adam, Jan Eichhorn (Branchmanager Strausberg), Andreas Peiker (CEO Peiker Holding), Carina Peiker (CEO peiker Holding), Michael Weisel (CEO, FTI Engineering Network)

Non Halon Fire Extinguishers

New European rule making will be come applicable which will prohibit the use of Halon filled units per 1 Jan 2026.
Ref. EASA Halon Guide Feb 2025; EU: Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009; EU: Commission Regulation (EU) No 2017/605.

This will require the replacement of the currently installed handheld fire extinguisher filled with Halon by a non Halon alternative like BrX. Also the lavatory waste bin extinguishers are affected and may need replacement.
Major suppliers like Kidde, Amerex and others do supply so called drop -in replacements. However for the installation of the alternative unit, a certification is still required for amongst others if the rating of the unit does meet the requirement.
As the drop in replacement is sometimes slightly larger as of the new extinguishing agent, a larger volume is required, the units may also be slightly larger. On a few occasions it was concluded that it did not fit and alternative locations needed to be explored in order to comply with the requirements.

Fokker Services can create an Engineering Bulletin (including IPC supplements) for such a replacement unit.
This EB, including supplement, will be published on the website MyAircraftFleet.com and linked to the effective aircraft serial numbers and therefore are readily available for every member of the airline together with other Fokker Services Engineering Bulletins. If then an aircraft is moved to another operator, it can easily be made available for this new operators via MyAircraftFleet.
If you need more information, you may contact Fokker Services.

TEST-FUCHS and Deutsche Aircraft Achieve Major Milestone in SAF-Ready Fuel System for D328eco®

TEST-FUCHS Aerospace Systems GmbH and Deutsche Aircraft proudly announce a significant achievement in the development of the D328eco, a next-generation regional turboprop aircraft. The first prototype components of the aircraft’s advanced fuel system have entered the testing phase, including comprehensive trials with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
This milestone marks a pivotal step in this strategic partnership established in September 2023, with a focus on delivering a fuel system that meets the highest standards of performance and environmental responsibility.

Photo f.l.t.r. Volker Fuchs (Owner & Group CEO of TEST-FUCHS) and Nico Neumann (CEO of Deutsche Aircraft)

Regulators certify Falcon 6X for steep-approach landings

The Falcon 6X is now cleared for landing in more airports than ever. On May 5, the extra-widebody was certified by European regulators for steep approaches of up to 5.5°, thus allowing it to access steep-approach airports such as London City and Lugano, Switzerland.
With the growing number of 6Xs operating around the globe, this should come as good news. The wide world is getting wider.

Lufthansa Technik and Air Canada extend exclusive maintenance partnerships

Lufthansa Technik and Air Canada have further strengthened their longstanding partnership by extending multiple exclusive agreements for technical aircraft services ahead of schedule. These agreements cover Engine Maintenance Services for the CFM56-5B, as well as Total Component Support for the Boeing 777 and 737 MAX fleets of Canada’s largest airline.

Lufthansa Technik’s Engine Maintenance Services ensure that the CFM56-5Bs, powering the airline’s Airbus A320ceo fleet, remain reliable and efficient by providing maintenance, repairs and overhauls. Under this renewed agreement, Lufthansa Technik will continue servicing these engines exclusively until 2032, with approximately 80 maintenance checks planned during this period. READ MORE

L2 Aviation Honored with James A. Wuenker Growth Award by REDI Cincinnati

Award Recognizes L2 Aviation’s Expansion, Innovation, and Economic Impact in the Cincinnati Region.

L2 Aviation, a leading supplier of global avionics services including engineering, certification, installation and manufacturing is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious James A. Wuenker Growth Award by REDI Cincinnati, recognizing the company’s strategic investment, job creation, and transformational impact in the Cincinnati region. The award was presented during REDI’s Annual Meeting, which celebrates outstanding companies and leaders helping drive regional growth and innovation.

The James A. Wuenker Growth Award, named after the late visionary economic developer Jim Wuenker, honors businesses that demonstrate a lasting commitment to the regional economy through job creation, capital investment, and community partnership. L2 Aviation earned the distinction for its decision to establish a new engineering and manufacturing facility at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) in Erlanger, Kentucky, a move that solidifies its role as a leader in avionics engineering, modification, and product development.

“We are incredibly honored to receive this award and be recognized alongside other innovators and changemakers in the region,” said Tony Bailey, Chief Operating Officer of L2 Aviation. “Our relocation and expansion into Northern Kentucky was a strategic decision aimed at aligning our growth with the right partners, workforce, and community. REDI Cincinnati, BE-NKY Growth Partnership and the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development have been instrumental in supporting our journey.”  READ MORE

Photo: COO, Tony Bailey receiving the James A. Wuenker Growth Award by REDI Cincinnati on behalf of L2 Aviation