Air Transport Aircraft & Propulsion
Sep 28, 2018
Boeing 737NG operators must conduct more frequent inspections of engine fan blades as regulators move to mandate a CFM International-recommended reduction in the repetitive-check interval needed to ensure cracks are not forming at the blade roots.
Sep 28, 2018
The Lufthansa Group has converted options for 24 Airbus A320neo and three A321neo aircraft into firm orders, as the German airline responds to a positive market and earnings development by making sure its future fleet size is adequate.
Sep 28, 2018
As Boeing nears a decision on launching the new midmarket airplane, it must take into account all the technical requirements and market and network dynamics.
Sep 28, 2018
Boom Technology is building the XB-1 “Baby Boom” demonstrator that would fly at Mach 2.2, cost about $200 million per aircraft and seat about 55 people.
Sep 27, 2018
Artificial intelligence (AI) and biometric technologies have emerged as key themes in the latest technology trends survey performed by aviation IT provider SITA.
Oct 20, 2023
New aircraft concepts offer hope for airlines struggling with high fuel prices—and for Boeing in its quest to remain commercially relevant.
Oct 19, 2023
Austrian Airlines will begin Boeing 787-9 services next year with an aircraft once destined for Hainan Airlines.
Oct 19, 2023
Pratt & Whitney is targeting late 2023 for publishing the next phase of its PW1100G inspection program.
Oct 19, 2023
This week’s #FlightFriday looks at a popular question the Aviation Week team has been asked at our latest event, MRO Europe.
Oct 19, 2023
Aviation industry sustainability experts considered SAF challenges and strategies at MRO Europe in Amsterdam.
Oct 19, 2023
CFM's new blades, which can be installed on all CFM56-5B and -7B versions, include increased wall thickness and an optimized dovetail design to minimize stress.
Oct 18, 2023
The memorandum of understanding boosts 787 shipset prices for 421 units starting with line no. 1164 and reduces 737 pricing from 2026 through 2033.
Oct 17, 2023
L3Harris is expanding its presence in the aftermarket by getting into the used equipment business, a space in which it historically has not participated.