The amazing DC-3
The BBC has a fine story on this remarkable aircraft. The author postures that the DC-3 may well become the first aircraft to be flying at 100 years old. Boeing has a history on this aircraft here. Views: 54
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Thank You
Today is our fifth anniversary. Its amazing how fast the time has gone by. This short post is to say “Thank You” to our readers. We appreciate your interest in our opinions, even when you may disagree with them. We…
The Battle for ANA has Far-Reaching Implications
[UPDATE – Boeing has communicated with us that the company has made no decision about 777x assembly and they continue to explore all their options] With Japan Air Lines breaking Boeing’s lock on the Japanese market with an order for…
Etihad and 9,400 miles
How many airlines need over 9,000 miles range? The answer is very few. The following chart illustrates orders for the various 777 to date. (777X models excluded) Views: 22
Featured Downloads
Some readers are now aware of our new section at the top right of the site, Featured Downloads. In case you have not noticed this space before, please take a look and you can download any of these reports. Views:…
Additive Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing is a term we are going to hear more about in aerospace as this decade unfolds. The concept of “additive manufacturing” is another term for what others call 3D printing. Why “additive”? Because typical manufacturing is a “subtractive”…