UPDATE SPIRIT – Is Airbus overstretching itself by targeting production rates for the A320neo-family that go beyond 70 per month? That question seems to be answered affirmatively by at least two of its key program suppliers, engines manufacturers Safran and...
Weak first-quarter results haven’t only left their marks on aircraft manufacturers and airlines but of course on suppliers too. Last week, we heard some updates from various engine manufacturers and component suppliers that provide some perspective on where the...
Major aircraft propulsion and equipment maker Safran recorded a solid 2019, with a net income up 26.4 percent to EUR 3.820 billion, it reported on February 27. Revenues were up 17.1 percent to EUR 26.640 billion. All segments (propulsion, equipment, and interiors)...
The International Aero Engines V2500 appears to be the likely engine selection for the Embraer KC-390 MRTT, AirInsight has learned. CFM had been thought to have the advantage for its CFM56 because of the larger, worldwide installed base due to its exclusive supplier...
