Watch: What is inside a B777-9 test cabin?
One of the most highly anticipated premieres in the aviation world is that of the Boeing 777X series. The…
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Boeing quietly stretches the 777X-8
Boeing has changed the technical specifications of the 777X-8, stretching the aircraft, which has in turn increased its…
From Armstrong to Whittle: 9 of the most influential figures in aviation history
Air travel has had the effect of liberating human beings. Distance and time no longer confine us as…
Rise in private jet deliveries puts Bombardier on course to reach 2023 target
Canadian business jet manufacturer Bombardier has shared details regarding the company’s performance in the second quarter of 2023. Publishing…
Demystifying aerodynamics: can planes fly upside down?
In general and commercial aviation, there is no practical need to routinely fly any plane upside down. Conventional…
Embraer’s aircraft delivery numbers continue to grow
Delivery numbers for Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer Embraer have continued to increase throughout 2023. In total, the plane-maker delivered 62…
Samson Sky secures 115 Switchblade flying car orders worth $22 million
Samson Sky has revealed that it received orders for 115 of its Switchblade flying car at AirVenture Oshkosh…
FAA warns airlines about fake Russian TCAS parts being sold in the US
The United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has warned airlines about counterfeit Rockwell Collins Traffic Collision Avoidance…
Air India’s first Airbus A350-900 sets off on its first flight
Air India’s first Airbus A350-900 has taken off on its maiden voyage, with plane-spotters at Toulouse Blagnac Airport…
With Spirit converting its orders, is this the end of the A319neo program?
As part of its Q2 2023 financial results announcement, Spirit Airlines has revealed that it has converted its…
JetBlue flight in near-miss with LearJet after pilot took off without clearance
On February 27, 2023, the pilot of a private jet aircraft took off from Boston Logan International Airport…
Drivable flying cars one step closer after ASKA’s eVTOL passes first test flight
The ASKA A5 flying car has taken another step towards certification after the eVTOL aircraft completed its first…
After Boeing 737NG display unit blanking incidents, FAA is addressing the issue
The United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to fix…
Cathay Pacific closes in on deal to lease 18 Airbus A321neos: report
Cathay Pacific is close to finalizing an agreement that would bolster the airline’s fleet with 18 leased Airbus…
‘Open Skies’ deal will see first direct flights between US and Mongolia in 2024
The United States (US) and Mongolian governments are set to sign an Open Skies deal that could see…
After the latest deal, how many A321neo aircraft does Wizz Air have on order?
With Wizz Air having finalized its latest order for the Airbus A321neo aircraft, AeroTime takes a look at…
FAA addresses Boeing 747-8 fuselage cracks caused by shimming errors
The United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) latest Airworthiness Directive (AD) aims to address fuselage cracks on…
Gulfstream G550 private jet fleet completes one million flights since 2003
Gulfstream’s G550 private jet fleet has completed its one millionth landing, after the aircraft was launched some 20…