2019 in Review
While one story, the 737 MAX, dominated the news in 2019, it wasn’t the only major event in the industry. Here’s our list of the top stories of 2019. The Boeing 737 MAX debacle After two crashes claiming 346 lives,…
Month December 2019
The decline of Antonov
Please start with this story for background. Now discount that the source somewhat as it is RT, a Russian State news source, that has an axe to grind with anything Ukrainian. While one is entitled to one’s own opinion, one…
‘Tis the Season
At this time, in western culture, it is the time of wishing goodwill and greetings to all. As most people celebrate the holiday season, spare a thought for the people working for Boeing in Renton. They face a daunting winter…
Sir Tim Clark: “We’re not here indefinitely”
It’s a major change of the guards that’s about to happen at Emirates in June 2020 when Sir Tim Clark is to relinquish his position as President of the successful Middle East airline. On December 24, Emirates chairman and chief…
Gulfstream delivers 600th G550
In the 16 years since the Gulfstream G550 was introduced, a milestone 600th aircraft was delivered to a customer today in Savannah. “The G550 has solidified its place as one of the most dependable business jets available,” said Mark Burns,…
Embraer delivers first Preator 500 to launch customer Flexjet
Embraer today delivered its first Praetor 500 to its launch customer Flexjet. The Praetor 500 and the Praetor 600, both of which have received FAA, EASA and ANAC certifications less than one year after they were first announced at NBAA-BACE…