PR: GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) is developing a hybrid electric demonstrator engine with NASA that will embed electric motor/generators in a high-bypass commercial turbofan to supplement power during different phases of operation. This includes modifying a Passport engine with hybrid…
Today’s key stories about Boeing focus on the senate hearings with a new whistleblower and CEO Dave Calhoun. an IP lawsuit, the CEO search, and fake titanium. Calhoun appeared before the Senate hearings and apologized to the families of MAX…
Airlines are waiting for aircraft to be delivered, and aircraft OEMs are waiting for suppliers to increase production so they can raise output themselves. But all it takes is one missing part to ground an airliner or stop a production…
As we enter summer travel season in the US, you might want to prepare for flight delays. Gate agents do their best but generally lack the information you need. You want to know why your flight is delayed because, by…
Today’s key stories finally have a bit of good news for Boeing, as United Airlines has apparently passed its audit and the FAA granted permission for the carrier to accept a MAX 8 delivery. The management conundrum at Boeing and…
We chatted with Anders Forslund to discuss the progress Hearrt has been making on its ES-30. The aircraft has transitioned from all-electric to hybrid-electric and grown from 19 seats to 30. The market for this aircraft is new again. It…