All Aerospace articles – Page 208
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NewsBoeing identifies issue with 787 vertical stabiliser shims
Boeing has identified another manufacturing issue related to the 787s vertical stabliser, the fourth manufacturing problem to come to light in recent weeks. The new issue relates specifically to shims in a section of the 787’s vertical stabiliser, says the airframer. Source: Boeing “In late 2019 we ...
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NewsGardner commits to steer clear of Impcross acquisition after national security concerns
Chinese-owned Gardner Aerospace has promised not to renew its interest in the acquisition of Gloucestershire, southwest England-based engineering firm Impcross after the UK government raised objections to the deal on national security grounds.
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In depthChina-backed Skyrizon and local partner up pressure for Motor Sich acquisition
China-backed firm Skyrizon is making a renewed push in its long-running effort to acquire Ukrainian aircraft engine manufacturer Motor Sich, with vocal support from a new local partner.
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NewsAirshow China backtracks on cancellation statement
The organiser of the biennial Airshow China event in Zhuhai has requested media outlets to retract coverage that the November show will be cancelled, stating that an official announcement for the event will be forthcoming. Hours after emailing reporters that the show, planned for 10-15 November, was to be cancelled, ...
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AnalysisSAS and French Bee line up behind Airbus for fello’fly fuel-saving tests
Airbus has revealed that it has signed up A350 operators SAS and French Bee, alongside three European air navigation service providers (ANSPs), to help advance its fello’fly vortex-harnessing fuel-saving initiative.
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NewsZhuhai cancellation caps disappointing year for air shows
The organiser of the biennial Airshow China event in Zhuhai has cancelled this year’s show, citing the coronavirus pandemic. “Unfortunately, Airshow China 2020 has been cancelled due to epidemic prevention and control,” says the show organiser. “See you in Zhuhai at Airshow China 2022.” Source: Greg Waldron/FlightGlobal Visitors ...
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NewsKorean Air starts cargo operations with converted 777-300ER
Korean Air has began cargo operations with a freight-optimised Boeing 777-300ER, after it received regulatory approval to modify the popular widebody. The aircraft, registered HL8208, operated its first cargo flight on 8 September, from Seoul Incheon to Columbus, Ohio in the USA. Source: Greg Waldron Korean ...
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NewsBoeing identifies issue with 787’s horizontal stabiliser production
Boeing has found an additional 787 manufacturing problem that affects the aircraft’s horizontal stabilisers, following the recent disclosure of two other issues. The issue relates to extra force used when clamping together certain components, which could lead to an aging issue, says the airframer. Source: Max Kingsley-Jones/FlightGlobal A ...
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NewsHill reveals more details of HX50 helicopter as CAA hints at possible certification route
Hill Helicopters has revealed further details of its planned HX50 light-single, including confirmation that it is developing its own turbine engine for the platform, designated the GT50, plus an intention to redesign the rotorcraft’s traditional control layout.
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NewsFAA launches probe into 787 production issues
The US Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into manufacturing issues that could affect some Boeing 787s, as ANA confirms that Boeing asked it to ground one 787-10. “The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating manufacturing flaws affecting certain Boeing 787 jetliners,” says the FAA. “The agency continues to ...
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NewsEU-China bilateral safety agreement comes into effect
A bilateral safety agreement between European and Chinese aviation regulators came into effect on 1 September, paving the way for simpler evaluation and certification processes for airframers of the two regions. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency says it held a joint meeting with its Chinese counterparts on 3 September, ...
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OpinionNewest start-ups might hold recipe for real tech advancement
In recent weeks, a slew of aerospace start-ups unveiled ambitious plans to develop aerospace technologies aimed at slashing emissions and allowing autonomous flight.
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NewsPerlan Project outfits Perlan 2 with new sensors, preps for 2021 flights
After scrubbing a 2020 flight programme due to coronavirus, the Perlan Project team hopes to fly its high-altitude sailplane in the US Sierra Nevada mountains in early 2021 before returning to Argentina in May.
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News‘Significant’ job cuts planned at GKN Aerospace
Employees at aerostructures and engine parts supplier GKN Aerospace are bracing for “a significant reduction in the worldwide workforce” as part of coronavirus-related cost-saving measures initiated by owner Melrose Industries.
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NewsAirbus subsidiary Satair acquires A220 parts service work from Bombardier
Airbus subsidiary Satair is taking over A220 materials servicing from Bombardier, a move that comes several years after Bombardier divested the broader A220 programme to Airbus.
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NewsWhy satellite operator Intelsat is taking the vertical route to airline market
Selling its commercial aviation assets makes perfect sense for Gogo as the in-flight internet specialist looks to bolster its business aviation offering.
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In depthHow coronavirus crisis is changing requirements for aircraft interiors
The pandemic has devastated the interiors market, but customer demands for cleaner, coronavirus-safe seats and surroundings could provide a boost for the troubled sector, helping restore passenger confidence. Some of the changes could even outlive the crisis
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News‘Flying-V’ model embarks on first test flight — with Airbus support
A scaled model of the ‘Flying-V’ blended wing aircraft concept — first unveiled by Dutch researchers last year — has completed its first test flight in Germany. Airbus also emerged as the latest partner in the project, after Dutch flag carrier KLM threw its weight behind the project last year. ...
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NewsStarburst accelerator launches Singapore programme for startups
Starburst, an aerospace-focused startup incubator and consulting firm, has partnered with the government of Singapore, Singapore Airlines, Panasonic Avionics Corporation and others to launch its first aviation tech accelerator programme in the southeast Asian nation.
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NewsGogo sells commercial aviation IFC business to Intelsat
In-flight connectivity provider Gogo has agreed to sell its commercial aviation business to bankrupt satellite company Intelsat for $400 million in cash.