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Innovative Aerospace Technologies Go Mainstream in 2018

As we look over the technology landscape, several innovative technologies are moving from concept into production as new aircraft and engine programs reach the market.  Let’s take a look at those that will soon explode in volume and provide intriguing opportunities as...

Beyond the Grounding – Lots of Positive News at Boeing

While the continued grounding of the 787 is not a positive for Boeing, our industry sources indicate that the next few weeks will bring several other developments that are quite positive news for Boeing. 1. A major order from Ryanair Ryanair and Boeing are nearing...

Al-Li an alternative to CFRP

Alcoa announced today that it is expanding its aluminum lithium (Al-Li) capacity and capabilities at three locations to meet growing aerospace demand for its newest alloys.  These alloys, introduced last year and now patented, allow OEMs to build dramatically lighter...

While Engines Drive Technology – It’s Not Just Engines Anymore

The re-engining announcement for the 737 by Boeing has given us pause to consider the impacts of both airframes and engines and their impact on commercial aircraft.  Clearly, engines are the driving force for technology in the industry, as fuel burn is approaching 50%...