Airlines may no longer need to repeatedly inspect low-pressure compressor (LPC) rotors in Pratt & Whitney PW1500G turbofans, which power Airbus A220s. Airlines may no longer need to repeatedly inspect low-pressure compressor (LPC) rotors in Pratt & Whitney PW1500G turbofans, which power Airbus A220s. The US Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposal to strike the required inspections – but only for PW1500Gs updated to have the latest full-authority digital...Continue Reading
After a five-month hiatus, Boeing has resumed 787 deliveries, handing a 787-9 to United Airlines on 26 March. After a five-month hiatus, Boeing has resumed 787 deliveries, handing a 787-9 to United Airlines on 26 March. The delivery marks a major step forward for the 787 programme, which has for nearly half a year been overshadowed by fuselage concerns that led Boeing to halt deliveries after October 2020. Source: United...Continue Reading
Lessor China Aircraft Leasing (CALC) has cut its orders for the Boeing 737 Max to 66 aircraft from 92 previously. In addition to cutting 26 orders for the Max, it will also “reschedule the delivery of certain aircraft,” says the company in a stock exchange statement. Source: BlueBarron Photo/Shutterstock China has yet to clear the 737 Max for a return to service “The new arrangement is more in line with...Continue Reading
The Bell 429 has secured its first order in Cambodia, with the country’s Chip Mong Group placing an order for one example. The Bell 429 has secured its first order in Cambodia, with the country’s Chip Mong Group placing an order for one example. The company, which is involved in real estate, hospitality, and beverages will use the aircraft for corporate transport and charters, says Bell. Source: Bell The Bell...Continue Reading
Bell believes new digital engineering and manufacturing technologies will allow it to cut the cost and lead times on rotorcraft parts by double-digit percentages. It also thinks those bold claims are likely to attract doubts. Bell believes new digital engineering and manufacturing technologies will allow it to cut the cost and lead times on rotorcraft parts by double-digit percentages. It also thinks those bold claims are likely to attract doubts....Continue Reading
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