With pre-show attention focused on the launch of the 777X, an order for 50 additional A380 aircraft by Emirates seemed to fly under the radar, but is very significant to Airbus and the program. This order for A380 will bring…
As expected, Boeing launched its 777X in Dubai, with commitments for 150 aircraft from Emirates, 50 from Qatar and 25 from Etihad. With Lufthansa’s prior commitment for 34, the order book now stands at 269. Additional information on the 777X…
The Dubai Air Show opens next Sunday with high expectations for new orders at both Boeing and Airbus. With the emergence of the Gulf carriers as key customers, and for the first time orders expected from all three majors at…
A lot of ink has been spilled on the 18 inch seat in coach. Airbus makes the case that the industry would benefit from this idea. Airlines are not so sure – Lufthansa has flat out said they will not…
We have a great discussion about VLAs, Super Twins and regional twins. Notice the comment about the A330 being one tonne lighter than the 787. Views: 12
With the forthcoming launch of the 777-9 at the Dubai Air Show next month, the battle between the A350-1000 and 777-9 will be officially on, with two very different aircraft competing for the same market. While there is discussion of…