Bombardier announced a series of preliminary agreements in Russia, including a potential order for 100 Q400 turboprops from Rostec, Russia’s state owned Rostechnologii aviation company, as well as a joint venture for final assembly work on Q400 aircraft in Russia.…
The differential in aircraft prices and operating economics between aircraft is only one factor in a fleet planning decision. Fleet commonality and additional initial and on-going expenses must also be taken into consideration to obtain a true economic picture of…
The industry rumor mill has been rumbling about this for months. Today it is official. Further to the framework agreement signed on March 24, 2011, Jin Zhuanglong, Chairman, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd (COMAC) and Pierre Beaudoin, President and…
Rolls Royce and Pratt & Whitney have restructured their participation in International Aero Engines, and will pursue a new agreement to develop the next generation of engines for mid-sized commercial aircraft between 120-230 seats. Views: 82
Now that Boeing has elected to follow Airbus and proceed with the re-engining route for its single aisle jet, the 737, Bombardier and Embraer have clarity from which to make decisions. For Embraer, which has been waiting for Boeing to…
Virgin America made big news this week becoming the launch customer of Airbus’ new NEO. Airbus was thrilled and a few observers and financial analysts grumbled the news was bad for Bombardier. David Cush, Virgin America’s CEO, explains that the…