Category Aerospace
How Innovative is the Irkut MS-21?
Many in the west have pooh-poohed Russian aviation, despite the Sukhoi Superjet being a credible competitor, doing well with Mexico’s Interjet and now in service with Dublin-based CityJet. We suggest people do not under-estimate the MS-21, which may turn out…
Airbus 3D Virtual Reality Powerwall
Airbus latest innovation for customers is a 3D virtual reality simulation of aircraft cabins that enable an airline to experience a cabin as if one was actually inside. This is very cool technology. Views: 13
The E2 First Flight – Implications and Outlook
Embraer had the first flight of its E-190 E2 aircraft last week in Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil. The fact that the flight was earlier than initially scheduled is a good sign for the program, in that things have gone…
MC-21 Roll Out
Today Irkut rolled out their MC-21. It’s been something many of us have been waiting for. The roll-out was on par with anything seen at the big four western OEMs. (IRKUT supplied us with great images) Views: 63
UTC Aerospace – Interview with Tim White, President, Electronic Systems
In this video, we interview Tim White, President of Electric Systems at UTC Aerospace Systems to discuss the trend towards increasing electronics on aircraft and the benefits that technology change means to customers, and UTAS. II Views: 49