Electric aircraft developer Beta Technologies has raised an additional $318 million through a Series C funding round led by the Qatar Investment Authority.
Turkish Airlines has been awarded the prestigious 'World Class' award by APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) for the fourth consecutive year.
MTU Maintenance-the global market leader in customized service solutions for aero engines, works with passion and reliability to make flying safe and efficient.
The ES1000, from Beijing-based manufacturer Yifei Aviation Technology, uses distributed hybrid-electric propulsion and blown lift for short takeoff and landing.
Contrails from hydrogen-fueled aircraft may form more readily and be more widespread than those from jet-fueled aircraft but have less of a climate impact.
AIRBUS says A220 program continues towards a monthly production rate of 14 aircraft in 2026; A320 Family program continues to ramp up towards a rate of 75 aircraft per month in 2027; A330 production is stabilizing at four per month; and A350 production targeted at rate of 12 per month in 2028. It is actively managing supply chain challenges.
AIRBUS posted €983m net profit on €15.7b revenues in 3Q24 vs €806m on €14.9b in 3Q23; Commercial Aircraft earned €904m (vs €783m) on 5% higher revenues and says it still plans to deliver ~770 aircraft in 2024, meaning 273 in 4Q24.
