Very few company initiatives will have as dramatic an impact that the “Partnering for Success” program introduced by Boeing creates. This new program fundamentally changes the way Boeing does business with companies that manufacture components for its aircraft, which is…
The Sukhoi SSJ has been quietly developing its footprint. Historically, expectations for an aircraft built in Russia center around robust construction but sub-par technology and efficiency; the SSJ is radically different from those expectations. Primarily, its creator, Sukhoi is a…
In the wake of the disappearance and assumed crash of Malaysian flight 370, industry chatter regarding uninterruptible autopilots installed on Boeing aircraft has intensified. Boeing was awarded a patent for this technology in 2006, and reportedly began installations a year…
Advanced aircraft, run by sophisticated electronics, provide a number of benefits. Aircraft using fly be wire systems (for example) are more efficient and by eliminating traditional hydraulic and mechanical controls, also save weight and fuel burn. E-enabled aircraft allow for…
The current political tensions in the Ukraine have resulted in economic sanctions imposed by the US and its western allies on Russia. We have no interest in politics, but when political actions impact the industry, it hits our radar screen.…
As we reach the 11th day with little additional information on MH370, many interesting theories have emerged. While we do not like to speculate, some of the theories being espoused raise interesting questions. One of those theories, detailed here by…