2017 Paris Airshow

All Paris Airshow news

Aircraft

Multi-role Transport Flies in from the North

Making its debut at the Paris Air Show is the Embraer KC-390 tanker/transport from Brazil.
Avionics

Deployable Black Box Should Be Easier To Locate

Airbus is proposing a new automatic deployable flight data recorder that would be easier to find after an accident.
Training and Workforce

More than 250,000 New Airline Pilots Needed by 2027: CAE

In its first such forecast, Canadian training provider says industry must adapt assessment and selection processes to meet the demand
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Rotorcraft

Astronautics to Provide Connectivity for Airbus Helicopters

U.S. company's Air Ground Communications System offers enhanced operational and safety benefits through real-time data access.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Chinese UAV Spreads Its Wings

The Chengdu/AVIC Wing Loong II is making its international show debut in Paris. Its appearance highlights global export success for Chinese UAVs.
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Avionics

Extant Acquires UTC, L-3 Product Lines

Teac mission data recorders and L-3 cockpit displays for military platforms now part of the avionics life cycle sustainment service company's portfolio
Aircraft

CFM Leap Ramp-Up On Target

Quick ETOPS approval sought as adoption of new engines gathers pace.
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Aircraft

Russian Air Force Modernization May Not Be As Fast As Claimed

Russia's air force is in the early stages of a long and complex upgrade to fifth generation technology.
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Aircraft

Saab's GlobalEye Surveillance System Takes Shape on Global 6000

Saab has initial export orders for the GlobalEye from the UAE.
Aircraft

Boeing Steps Up Delivery Plan For KC-46 Pegasus Tanker

The U.S. Air Force is due to get the first KC-46 Pegasus tanker in late 2017.