There has been a flutter of news about GE expressing interest in powering the A330neo. The news coming out now suggests discussions which, we understand, have been taking place for some time. There are significant implications to this. Let’s break…
While one story, the 737 MAX, dominated the news in 2019, it wasn’t the only major event in the industry. Here’s our list of the top stories of 2019. The Boeing 737 MAX debacle After two crashes claiming 346 lives,…
Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has used the Dubai Air Show to pitch its commercial aircraft projects for closer cooperation with Arabian and international partners, the company said in a post-show press release on November 21. Talks involved Russia’s latest…
The 2019 Dubai Air Show has seen some significant news from local and regional players in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). For instance from Sanad Aerotech, which announced deals with General Electric/CFM and Emirates. Sanad Aerotech, until this May known…
On Day 4 of the Dubai Air Show, Emirates presented the result of the second part of its fleet-rethink. The airline has reduced its orders on the Boeing 777X and placed a firm order for 30 787-9s instead worth $8.8…
Phil Curnock is Chief engineer Civil future programs. At Dubai Air Show he gave a presentation on future programs like UltraFan, and the options for hybrid and/or full-electric flying with small, medium, and large aircraft. He shares his thoughts on…