Aerospace & Air Transport

Boeing’s Commercial Programs On Time, SVP Fancher says

Deliveries of the 737 MAX, 787-10 and 777X are scheduled to begin in 2017, 2018 and 2020, respectively.

Growing Aero Sekur Adds Helicopter Flotation System

The new flotation system is for AgustaWestland A139, AW169 and AW189 helicopters.

Canada’s Research Arm Develops Vibration-reducing Seat for Helos

Repeated exposure to the vibrations experienced in helicopters brings health and safety risks.

GE, Lufthansa Sign MoU for New Engine Overhaul Venture

JV to service GEnx-2B and GE9X engines starting in 2018.

Maintenance and Modifications

Alcoa Expands Capabilities as OEM Needs Change

Alcoa is investing in new hot isostatic pressing equipment.

Integrating Spares Supplies is Key To Growth, Says Satair

Through its integrated services, Satair handles all aspects of spares management for operators and suppliers.

Maintenance and Modifications

Boeing Showcases China Airlines 777 with Taiwan-style Interior

Cabin designer Ray Chen refers to “sophisticated minimalism.”

Cabin Interior and Electronics

Commuter Air Technology Offers Composite King Air Props

New composite propellers will improve the performance of King Airs.

Farnborough 2016 Looks To Be Strong Show

UK airshow is already 44 percent sold–a 20-percent increase over the same period in the previous show cycle.

Engine Alliance Prepares GP7200 Upgrade Kit

The planned upgrade kit for the GP7200 will further improve mission fuel burn

Boeing To Roll Out Max by Year-end

Boeing CEO Ray Conner also reported that the Max continues to meet all its performance expectations.

Engine Alliance Prepares GP7200 Upgrade Kit

The planned upgrade kit for the GP7200 will further improve mission fuel burn

Boeing To Roll Out Max by Year-end

Boeing CEO Ray Conner also reported that the Max continues to meet all its performance expectations.

Sikorsky's Auto Rig Approach Gets EASA Nod

Operator praises safety, reliability of S-92 optional system

Optionally-piloted LHD Gains First Order

Company already has its first order and a pre-series batch of the aircraft is under construction.

ATR Adds To Its Paris Sales Total

ATR took in 46 firm orders and 35 options worth about $2B at Paris Air Show.

Airbus gets 128 more neos on the board

Avianca has joined other airlines that have ordered Airbus neo narrowbodies at this year’s Paris show.

Three Airlines Choose GE for Fuel-saving Service

EVA Airways, Swiss and Zhejiang Loong Airlines have signed contracts with GE Aviation’s Flight Efficiency Services.

Flir, Airbus Helicopters Join Forces for German Police

Flir to supply Star Safire 380-HD.

New Airshow To Be Launched in Chengdu, China

From 2017 the Sichuan capital of Chengdu expects to host a major new international airshow in the booming region of southwest China.