Why are leading aerostructures suppliers flocking to the eVTOL industry?
After years spent developing countless renderings, concept experimentation and tests, the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft…
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Dive into the world of aviation manufacturing, covering aircraft production, components, and technological advancements.
Federal judge rejects Boeing plea deal over fatal 737 MAX accidents
A federal judge in the US has rejected Boeing’s plea deal seeking to absolve the Chicago-based planemaker from…
Airbus develops options for upgraded A350 cabins including 10-abreast seating
Airbus has revealed the signing of a cooperation agreement with Jiatai Aircraft Equipment, an aircraft seating manufacturer based…
Certification of A330neo in China progressing well says Airbus boss
The head of Airbus China has publicly stated that Chinese certification of its A330neo twin-aisle widebody “was going…
Airbus delivered 50 new aircraft and won orders for 235 more in September 2024
Airbus has just released its latest figures for orders and deliveries. The data, relating to September 2024, is…
Boeing reveals totals of new aircraft deliveries in the third quarter of 2024
Boeing has released its latest figures for the total number of aircraft the company delivered in the third…
Russian aerospace group S7 begins making fan blades for Western aero engines
The privately-owned Russian aerospace giant S7 Group has allegedly started producing blades for Western-built aero engines at one…
Meet WindRunner: The airplane set to become the largest aircraft ever built
In an age where the transition to renewable energy sources is becoming increasingly urgent, one company specializing in…
Airbus revenues and deliveries up but earnings down in first half of 2024
Airbus has announced its financial results for the first half of 2024 (1H24) which ended on June 30,…
Lufthansa Technik, Boeing sign agreement for 787 Dreamliner cabin modifications
Boeing has selected Lufthansa Technik to modify the cabin interior of the B787 Dreamliner. The American aircraft manufacturer…
French aircraft manufacturer Elixir Aircraft to build plants in Europe and the US
Elixir Aircraft, a French startup manufacturer of light aircraft, has announced significant investments during the AERO Friedrichshafen general…
Meet the young companies looking to redefine the business class seat
The next time you fly premium, take a minute or two to appreciate the thought and craftmanship that…
Boeing 737 MAX production slows down as FAA step up factory audits: report
Production of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft has declined in recent weeks as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) steps…
McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle: the most fearsome US fighter jet
The McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle, now known as the Boeing F-15 Eagle, stands as an enduring symbol of…
Who are the world’s largest aircraft engine manufacturers?
Normally when making a purchase decision, one would always look at the best, or at least one of…
Are Boeing 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner deliveries to China about to resume?
Boeing is reportedly on the verge of restarting deliveries of its 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Chinese airlines within…
Rolls-Royce to exit electric propulsion to focus on core business areas
Rolls-Royce outlined plans to exit the electric propulsion business to focus on its core businesses. The move was announced…
Joby Aviation demonstrates eVTOL air taxi in New York City
Joby Aviation has successfully performed an exhibition flight in New York City, marking the first-ever electric air taxi…