Emirates President Urges Boeing to Appoint Strong Leader Amid Crisis

Emirates Boeing 777

In a call for decisive action, the head of Dubai’s Emirates airline has urged Boeing to appoint a strong leader capable of steering the U.S. aerospace giant through a comprehensive overhaul. This comes amidst a confidence crisis that has plagued the company in recent years. “Is it fixable and salvageable? Yes it is. Will it […]

FAA Administrator: No Immediate Plans for Boeing 737 Max Production Increase

Boeing 737-9

Boeing will not be expanding its fleet of 737 Max planes anytime soon, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The aircraft manufacturer continues to address the repercussions of a January 5 incident involving an Alaska Airlines passenger plane. During this flight, a door plug detached mid-air, necessitating an emergency landing. Thankfully, no passengers sustained […]

Pro Line Fusion Avionics System Cleared for European Cessna Citation Fleet

Cessna Citation CJ1+/2+ aircraft registered in Europe are now eligible for an upgrade with the Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion® integrated avionics system, following certification approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX, announced the significant milestone. “Clearing this certification hurdle is a major step forward in providing European […]

Qatar Airways Nears Decision on Major Widebody Aircraft Order with Boeing – Airbus

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways is approaching a decision on a significant widebody aircraft order, potentially split between Boeing and Airbus, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The Middle Eastern carrier is considering an order of approximately 200 jets, evaluating a combination of Airbus A350s and Boeing 777X models. A decision is anticipated […]

Korean Air to Order 30 Jets from Boeing According to Reports

Korean Air Lines Co., a significant purchaser of Boeing Co. aircraft, is poised to order up to 30 new jets from the US manufacturer as soon as next month, according to reports. The Seoul-based airline is weighing options between Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner and additional Airbus A350s, with a decision likely to be made at the […]

Airbus Executive Warns Boeing’s Safety Issues May Erode Public Confidence in Air Travel

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-8

Christian Scherer, CEO of Airbus’ Commercial Aircraft business, expressed concerns in a recent interview with German weekly magazine WirtschaftsWoche regarding the impact of Boeing’s ongoing safety and quality problems on the aviation industry. Following a door plug blowout on a Boeing 737 MAX earlier this year, Scherer emphasized that these issues “could cause more people […]

Bombardier Defense Adapts to Modern Military Needs with ‘Next-Generation’ Capabilities

Bombardier Blended Wing EcoJet

In the face of today’s complex strategic environment, Bombardier has effectively addressed modern military needs with its versatile and proven jets. These aircraft have been modified to become next-generation military solutions, demonstrating Bombardier’s commitment to innovation and adaptability. Founded in 1942, Bombardier has consistently pioneered advanced transportation solutions. Renowned for the reliability, performance, and design […]

United Airlines Deep Cleans Boeing 737 MAX 8 Following Passenger Illness

United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9

A United Airlines’ Boeing 737 MAX 8, which operated from Vancouver to Houston, was removed from scheduled service on Friday for a deep cleaning. This decision followed reports of nausea and general discomfort from several passengers who had recently completed a cruise. The affected flight, UA1528, had departed from British Columbia, a popular embarkation point […]

China Introduces ‘Groundbreaking’ Shark Skin-Inspired Turbofan Engine Technology

Airline Jet Engine

China has announced a significant advancement in aviation technology with the development of a shark skin-inspired structure embedded within a turbofan engine. According to Chinese researchers, this innovation could dramatically reduce drag and enhance engine efficiency, potentially positioning China as a leader in next-generation engine development. The “shark skin” structure, crafted from high-strength titanium alloy […]