From MRJ to Space Jet
Nikkei reports that Mitsubishi is doing a “re-do” on the MRJ70. The focus on the US market, with its scope clause restrictions. That it took the company this long to get here is remarkable. But then again the program is…
Addison Schonland
Co-Founder AirInsight. My previous life includes stints at Shell South Africa, CIC Research, and PA Consulting. Got bitten by the aviation bug and ended up an Avgeek. Then the data bug got me, making me a curious Avgeek seeking data-driven logic. Also, I appreciate conversations with smart people from whom I learn so much. Summary: I am very fortunate to work with and converse with great people.
Fuel burn numbers – MAX vs NEO
The US DoT data for 2018 has been published. Analyzing the numbers we generated preliminary data comparing fuel cost numbers for the MAX and NEO. (There may still be some gaps to fill) We stuck to fuel costs to minimize…
Daily Insight: Monday 27 May 2019: Air India for sale again
Delta’s next disruptive Airbus
Yesterday Delta took delivery of its first of 35 A330neos. Delta was the launch customer for the A330-900 and the selection of this aircraft was seen as interesting given the relationship the airline has had with Boeing. What is very…
Airbus Innovation Days – What is Next?
The presentation comes from Grazia Viitadini CTO and Jean-Brice Dumont EVP Engineering. As you watch the video focus on the amazing ideas they are sharing. This may be by far the most interesting so far. From the previous presentations we…
Airbus Innovation Days – How Digital is Modifying our Industry’s DNA
This presentation was by Marc Fontaine, Head of Digital Transformation Office and Alain Tropis Head of Digital Design. The digitization of commercial aerospace has been talked about endlessly. Certainly before we even had connectivity. And it is connectivity that makes…