Seventy years after first flight of the original model, the first fully-composite version of the Antonov An-2 biplane airliner arrived at the MAKS air show less than a week after completing its own maiden flight. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
A state-owned research institute revealed plans at the MAKS air show to build Russia s first turboelectric aircraft engine using lightweight semiconductors provided by a Russian start-up company. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Cathay Pacific chief executive Rupert Hogg says the airline’s operating performance during the first half of the year was “disappointing” due to the challenging competitive environment. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
United Airlines has deferred its first four Airbus A350-1000 deliveries, as it continues to consider alternatives to the aircraft. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
After unveiling the Saba-248 light-twin helicopter in March, Iranian industry officials revealed new details about the programme s schedule, supply chain and performance on 18 July at the MAKS air show in July. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Iran s military plans to field a new light attack and training jet called the Kosar within 2.5 years, industry officials tell FlightGlobal on 18 July at the MAKS air show outside Moscow. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
The chief executive of Delta Air Lines has unambiguously thrown his support behind a plan to remove US air traffic control (ATC) from the hands of the Federal Aviation Administration, unifying the US industry’s support for a major overhaul. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
India is about to sign a contract to equip its Dassault Rafales with Rafael’s Litening targeting pod, according to Yuval Miller, head of the Israeli company’s air and C4I systems division. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
Dornier Seawings is preparing its first new-generation Seastar amphibious twin-engined turboprop for roll-out at the end of August, more than 26 years after the programme was mothballed due to financing problems. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
The Israeli air force has enhanced the capabilities of its Leonardo Aermacchi M-346 “Lavi” advanced jet trainers by adding external fuel tanks. Powered by WPeMaticoContinue Reading
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