As the mainliner sector and particularly its narrowbody products enjoys an orders and production boom, regional aircraft manufacturers are having a considerably tougher time. Boeing, for example, currently builds almost as many 737s per month (47) as Bombardier can count in its 50-unit firm backlog for the Q400-series twin-turboprop. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Brussels Airlines has retired its last BAE Systems Avro RJ100 regional jet. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Denver International airport plans to add 39 gates to its three concourses over the next five years, as it works to manage rapid passenger traffic growth and airline ambitions. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Hawaiian Airlines received its first Airbus A321neo on 27 October, taking delivery of the aircraft from Airbus in Hamburg, Airbus announces. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Ethiopian Airlines has taken delivery of its first of four Boeing 787-9s, all of which are being leased from AerCap. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

The Defense Department plans to ramp up production of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter despite serious sustainment issues that have drawn out repair times and grounded jets, according to a recent government watchdog report. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Later today Air Berlin will operate the last flight under its own branding, from Munich to the German capital’s Tegel airport. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Korean low-cost carrier Jeju Air has touted its independence and ability to make quick decisions is a key ingredient in its success. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

Boeing has confirmed that its 737 Max has received certification for entry and operations in China, and that first deliveries will soon take place. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading

A Virginia-based start-up has demonstrated that a sub-500kg unmanned air vehicle (UAV) can fly more than five days without refueling with a conventional diesel motor. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading