According to reports, Qatar has gifted a very large business jet to Turkey. Worth an estimated $500 million, the Boeing 747-8 business jet had previously been listed for sale by Qatar. Turkey was reportedly looking at buying the aircraft, however when Qatar's ruler found out he donated it to Turkey's President for free according to Bloomberg.The 'gift' is part of … [Read more...] about Royal Boeing Business Jet Gifted to Turkey
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King Aerospace install Gogo 4G system in a VIP Boeing Business Jet
King Aerospace Commercial Corporation have installed a satcom system from Gogo in a VIP Boeing Business Jet (BBJ).At the same time as the satcom upgrade the company additonally carried out a C-check on the BBJ.Following this install the company is engaged in discussions to provide the same Gogo 4G wi-fi upgrade, along with simultaneous heavy maintenance requirements, … [Read more...] about King Aerospace install Gogo 4G system in a VIP Boeing Business Jet
Sixth Boeing 747-8 Aeroloft contract for Greenpoint
Greenpoint Technologies has signed its sixth Boeing 747-8 Aeroloft contract with an undisclosed client.The Aeroloft was designed by Greenpoint for the Boeing 747-8 to provide a customizable stairway leading to private sleeping suites above the main deck between doors 4 and 5 of the 747-8. The solution provides a private area away from the main cabin during flight.“The … [Read more...] about Sixth Boeing 747-8 Aeroloft contract for Greenpoint
Aeria to complete a BBJ 737-700
The completions specialists Aeria Luxury Interiors has contracted its third BBJ completion program.The BBJ 737-700 will be designed and completed by Aeria and is due to arrive at the facility in San Antonio, Texas, in the first quarter of 2018.The luxury aircraft will feature a VIP interior including a stateroom featuring IFE with 4K monitors, wood and luxurious … [Read more...] about Aeria to complete a BBJ 737-700
First 787 VIP cabin completion for Lufthansa Technik
Lufthansa Technik has signed its first Boeing 787-8 VIP cabin completion contract.Work scheduled to start in 2018 with completion in Hamburg in 18 months.The custom cabin will include a private area with a bedroom, bathroom and representative office; a dining and conference area in the mid-section; and various classes of delegation seating at the rear.“With the … [Read more...] about First 787 VIP cabin completion for Lufthansa Technik