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Nov 08, 2024
Xyrec is developing a robotic application in which drag-reducing sharkskin properties could be directly incorporated into aircraft paint.
Oct 16, 2024
Austrian Airlines is trialing the use of hydrogen to power aircraft during maintenance work.

Small Narrowbody Jets

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Nov 12, 2024
Comac has announced the rebranding of the ARJ21 as the C909 at the Zhuhai Airshow, where it also added 60 firm orders to the regional jet’s backlog.
Nov 11, 2024
Embraer aircraft are expanding their presence in West Africa with leases to two airlines in the region.

Sustainable Aviation Fuels

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Nov 13, 2024
UK regional startup Ecojet Airlines has launched a £20 million ($25.5 million) capital raise as it works toward securing an AOC from the Civil Aviation Authority.
Nov 08, 2024
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

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Aircraft & Propulsion

Nov 14, 2024
MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) and Maeve Aerospace are teaming up for the development of Maeve’s planned M80 80-seat hybrid-electric regional aircraft.
Nov 14, 2024
20 years ago, NASA saw incremental aircraft improvement would no longer mitigate the environmental impact of projected growth; revolutionary change was needed.
Nov 14, 2024
FACC has reported healthy nine-month results but warns that an above-average increase in Central European labor costs is weighing on the supplier.
Nov 14, 2024
Elbe Flugzeug Werke (EFW) has signed agreement with the Chinese HNA Aviation Group to convert Airbus A330 passenger aircraft into freighters starting next year.
Nov 14, 2024
BOC Aviation has placed six new Airbus A321neo aircraft from its orderbook with Turkish Airlines, scheduled for delivery in 2027,

Interiors & Connectivity

Nov 14, 2024
FACC has reported healthy nine-month results but warns that an above-average increase in Central European labor costs is weighing on the supplier.
Nov 07, 2024
OEMs are offering more galley retrofit options for self-serve food and beverage stations as some airlines implement these features.
Nov 06, 2024
An in-cabin wheelchair securement concept is being refined by a design consortium, as the installation feasibility of such onboard aircraft systems progresses.
Nov 04, 2024
SIA has announced an $835 million cabin retrofit program for 41 long-haul A350-900s which will get cabin products that had been due to debut on its Boeing 777-9
Oct 30, 2024
Finnair says it has completed the refurbishment of its first Embraer E190 cabin under its latest interiors renewal program.

Airports & Routes

Nov 14, 2024
Airports could see reduced environmental and other regulations once Donald Trump becomes president in January, says the CEO of the AAAE.
Nov 14, 2024
EasyJet will add a new Italian destination to its network during the summer 2025 season with the launch of flights to Rimini.
Nov 14, 2024
American Airlines is the third U.S. carrier to confirm its aircraft was struck with gunfire over Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Nov 14, 2024
The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.
Nov 14, 2024
As the Airbus A321XLR enters revenue service, industry is gauging whether it can live up to its game-changing promises.

Airlines & Lessors

Nov 14, 2024
Azul management believes the carrier’s recent balance sheet overhaul should transform the Brazilian airline into one of the most competitive airlines worldwide.
Nov 14, 2024
BOC Aviation has placed six new Airbus A321neo aircraft from its orderbook with Turkish Airlines, scheduled for delivery in 2027,
Nov 14, 2024
Cathay Pacific has noticed a growing demand for premium economy seats, as passenger demands evolve, expanding the offering on its new Boeing 777-300ER retrofit.
Nov 14, 2024
Lufthansa is considering an engine manufacturer swap for some future Boeing 787 deliveries and follow-ups as it grapples with Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 issues.
Nov 14, 2024
American Airlines is the third U.S. carrier to confirm its aircraft was struck with gunfire over Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Safety, Operations & Regulation

Nov 14, 2024
American Airlines is the third U.S. carrier to confirm its aircraft was struck with gunfire over Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Nov 13, 2024
The plans are part of the new French government’s proposed 2025 budget and would see a tripling of the so-called Solidarity Tax on Airline Tickets (TSBA).
Nov 13, 2024
UK regional startup Ecojet Airlines has launched a £20 million ($25.5 million) capital raise as it works toward securing an AOC from the Civil Aviation Authority.
Nov 13, 2024
ITA Airways plans to add Libya’s capital Tripoli to its network from early 2025.
Nov 13, 2024
South American airline group Abra is assessing the opportunities and risks in its due diligence process of evaluating Aerolineas Argentinas.

Maintenance & Training

Nov 06, 2024
Croatia Airlines says base maintenance delays have affected its financial results by limiting aircraft availability and third-party work for other airlines.
Oct 25, 2024
With the first eVTOL vehicles expected to enter service in the next couple of years, a key question remains about pilot training and certification.
Oct 23, 2024
Mexican ULCC Volaris sees improvement in turnaround times for returning Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines to service.
Oct 11, 2024
Dubai-based Emirates Airline reports that it will open its advanced pilot training facility later in 2024.
Oct 02, 2024
Artificial intelligence will help carriers boost their performance and get the most out of training, CEOs at IATA's World Safety and Operations Conference said.