Pratt & Whitney has developed an intriguing noise attenuation system for turboprop engine inlet ducts. The company has filed a patent application. The item comprises a “deformable wall” made of flexible material with integrated acoustic cells. The wall transitions between…
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Airbus Helicopters signed a contract with Japan Coast Guard (JCG) for the purchase of an additional H225. JCG, which operates five H225s, ordered this additional aircraft as part of its fleet renewal plans. The helicopter is scheduled for delivery by…
A report from Iran (quoting ISNA) suggests that local airline, Zagros Airlines, “purchased” 20 Embraer aircraft as part of a 50 aircraft deal. The links has a number of details which make the story plausible. After all, Iran’s need for…
Yesterday in Toulouse, at Airbus’ Delivery Center, India’s IndiGo took delivery of its first A320neo. The aircraft arrives in India today. The initial delays in deliveries means the remainder of the airline’s orders will come rapidly. Its second A320neo delivery …
Yesterday Airbus’ A321neo with the GTF took to the skies. This is the most complex flight test program underway at present. Each of the neo aircraft has to test both engine types. The table below provides an idea of where…