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The AN-22 is available for rent

Antonov Airlines has added another aircraft to its freighter fleet.  This is the amazing AN-22.  Dating from 1964, this is the largest turboprop still flying.  Antonov says it has a payload of 60 tonnes. The aircraft will be based out…

Iran and the A380

We note with interest that there is news about doubts Iran Air will take delivery of those A380s.  The Airbus order has yet to be formally completed.  We have also heard the deal on the A380 is unlikely to be…

Hybrid Electric Propulsion Systems

Recently, Airbus Group and Siemens signed an agreement in which they agreed to collaborate on hybrid electric propulsion systems.   This is ground breaking, but should be seen in context – Airbus has been prominently displaying its tiny electric powered E-Fan…