Air Transport Aircraft & Propulsion
Dec 21, 2016
The CFM International LEAP-1C engine, which will power the Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China (COMAC) C919, has gained type certification from both FAA and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
Dec 21, 2016
Independent South African regional airline Airlink is to add 11 Embraer ERJ 140s, taking it to a fleet of 30 Embraer aircraft that operate alongside other types.
Dec 21, 2016
Embraer will launch a new business unit concentrating on services and customer support in the first half of 2017, the Brazilian manufacturer said Dec. 20.
Dec 21, 2016
Russia’s Irkut Corp. has begun testing the MC-21-300 aircraft on frequency response.
Dec 21, 2016
EgyptAir has taken delivery of the first of nine Boeing 737-800 NGs.
Mar 11, 2024
Generally, European LCCs are performing quite well, although this might be expected, given the efficient nature of the way they do business.
Mar 11, 2024
Aircraft portfolio deals, particularly among regional aircraft lessors, appear to be gaining momentum.
Mar 11, 2024
While Virgin does not specify which aircraft types it is considering, they are believed to be Airbus A220-100s or Embraer E190-E2s, according to a VARA memo.
Mar 08, 2024
In a recent incident at Newark, the captain attempted to use the rudder to keep the aircraft on the runway centerline but could not move the rudder pedals.
Mar 08, 2024
The issue caused “multiple” uncommanded spoiler activations during cruise that caused the affected aircraft to roll.
Mar 08, 2024
The airframer will essentially choose between burning hydrogen in a turbine engine and using it in a fuel cell to produce electricity—which favors efficiency.
Mar 08, 2024
3DMF's high-energy hydro-forming technology may make production of complex parts easier, cutting long, painstaking steps, Safran Nacelles CEO Vincent Caro says.
Mar 08, 2024
This week’s #FlightFriday looks at the A320 family, and their breakdown of their average flight cycles per month showcased by their engine type.