[UPDATE – Boeing creates NMA Office] The “middle of the market” segment for single-aisle aircraft was defined by the Boeing 757 when it was introduced in 1982 as the growth aircraft to replace the 727-200. With its counterpart 767-200, Boeing…
US authorities granted permission to Norwegian Air Shuttle’s UK subsidiary to fly to and from the US. This means the EU’s third-largest LCC by passenger volume (the other two are Ryanair & EasyJet) can add to its existing rights fly…
The ongoing saga between Boeing and Bombardier is a lot more than just about these two companies. If the DOC sides with Boeing (the generally expected political outcome) then who else gets hurt by this? Here is a list of…
In looking at data around the Boeing vs. Bombardier dust-up, we discovered angle worth sharing. Focusing on the 100-130 seat market, which includes the 737-700 and A319. Note the fleet size grew from 2000 through 2010 (lower numbers). Between 2010…
Boeing’s 737 is the focus of some attention this month, given the dust-up at the DOC. This amazing aircraft was first delivered in 1967 (December 28, 1967, or 18,164 days ago today) and is the most delivered commercial aircraft. Through…
Rostec reports today: “The United Engine Corporation (UEC, part of Rostec State Corporation), as part of Aviation Expo China 2017, has signed a memorandum with the Chinese company AECC Commercial Aircraft Engine Co., Ltd. (AECC CAE). The Memorandum determines the…