Boeing has begun production of the 737MAX aircraft, with the first aircraft entering the production line. After deliveries of major components in August, production has officially begun and technicians have now joined the fuselage and wings of the first aircraft, which…
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Late last week Airbus announced that it had started cutting metal for the first A330neo. Airbus’ statement was: The first A330neo is coming to life one year after the programme was launched, with the first ‘cutting of metal’ underway at…
Aerospace is a big business but it is an industry increasingly consolidated. Big business yes, but a shrinking industry for sure. The recent July deal by UTC to sell its Sikorsky helicopter unit to Lockheed Martin for $9bn is an…
One frequently hears the 100 seat segment is gone. Airlines are up-sizing we are told. And depending on the segment, we hear an equal number of arguments that airlines are right sizing. It seems the truth is somewhat hazy –…
For now they are just rumors, but according to “several internal sources”, Air France is willing to create a low cost long haul service, using pilots and cabin crew with a status different from that of the parent. This company…