Industry News
Industry New investment for Boeing HorizonX Ventures
Boeing HorizonX Ventures, Boeing’s investment company focused on new technologies, start-ups, disruptive ideas and turning those into reality, has announced its latest investment: Digital Alloys develops high-speed, multi-metal additive manufacturing systems which can produce 3D-printed parts for aerospace and other production applications.
Industry Britten-Norman brings the Islander to China
Aircraft manufacturer Britten-Norman has announced, that it will bring its Islander regional aircraft to the Chinese market.
Industry First two Chinese mainland airlines receive maiden A350-900 XWB
Sichuan Airlines and Air China have both received their first Airbus A350-900 XWB long-range aircraft.
Industry Air New Zealand ventures with 3D aircraft parts company Zenith Tecnica
Air New Zealand has announced, that it will partner up with 3D aircraft printing company Zenith Tecnica to explore new innovations and processes.
Industry Comac and HNA sign letter of intent for 20 ARJ21-700
It is the first result of the strategic cooperation between the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) and the HNA Group signed in June 2018 – the two companies have signed a letter of intent for the order of 20 ARJ21-700 aircraft.
Industry CFM and IATA sign agreement to increase competition
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and CFM International have entered an agreement adopting a set of “Conduct Policies” to enhance the opportunities available to third-party providers of engine parts and MRO services on the CFM56 and the new LEAP series engines. The agreement is designed to increase competition in the MRO-market (maintenance, repair and overhaul services) and both parties expect it to reduce airline operating costs.
Industry Bombardier Q400 receives 90-seat configuration certificate
Aircraft manufacturer Bombardier has announced, that its Q400 aircraft has received the certification for a 90-seat configuration
Industry Gulfstream delivers G550 medevac to Beijing Medical Center
Gulfstream has announced, that it has delivered the first state-of-the-art Gulfstream G550 medevac aircraft to Beijing Red Cross Emergency Medical Center.
Industry Embraer E190-E2 completes continental tour of Africa
With stops in six countries the E190-E2 has finished its Africa-tour. Embraer is committed to the region and its special market needs.
Industry New Aerospace & Autonomy Center by Boeing at MIT
Boeing has announced to lease into MIT’s new mixed-use district in Kendall Square. Research focus will lie on designing, building and flying autonomous aircraft.
Industry Loftleidir Icelandic proposes to buy 49% of shares from Azores Airlines
Loftleidir Icelandic has submitted a binding offer for the purchase of 49% stake of Azores Airlines.
Industry First A350 XWB Ultra Long Range rolls out of paintshop
The first Ultra Long Range Airbus A350 XWB has rolled out of the paintshop in the colors of launch customer Singapore Airlines.
Industry Avolon to place five A320neo with Cebu Air
Cebu Pacific will modernize its fleet further by incorporating five new A320neo on lease to be delivered in 2019.
Industry Airbus launches pilot training program based in Mexico City
Airbus’ Global Service Forecast predicts a high demand for new pilots over the next 20 years. The ab initio training program is designed to support airline customers meet these demands.
Industry Airbus’ Zephyr S surpasses flight endurance record
With 14 days, 22 minutes and 8 seconds without refueling, Airbus’ Zephyr S has broken the current flight endurance record held by Airbus’ QinetiQ Zephyr 7.
Industry Boeing reports financial results for Second Quarter of 2018
The U.S. - American manufacturer has reported its second-quarter financial results. The revenue increased to $24.3 billion.
Industry Airbus reports Half-Year financial results
Airbus has presented its Half-Year 2018 financial results. The manufacturer gained revenues of €25 Billion.
Industry Embraer delivers 28 commercial and 20 executive jets in 2Q18
Embraer has presented its numbers for the second quarter of 2018.
Industry Successful maiden flight for BelugaXL
The aircraft that completed its maiden flight in July 2018 is the first of five to be built until 2023 in the BelugaXL programme.
Industry AirAsia X orders 34 additional Airbus A330neo
Airbus and Low-Cost carrier AirAsia X have announced, that the carrier has ordered additional 34 Airbus A330-900neo widebody aircraft.
