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NewsMachinists union says members reject Boeing’s latest proposal as strike continues
Boeing’s machinists “overwhelmingly” view the company’s latest contract offer as insufficient, and the union has seemingly dug in its heals, suggesting no imminent end to a walkout now entering a 13th day.
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NewsUK CAA outlines path to widespread UAS deployment
UK regulators have set out the steps needed to open the country’s airspace for widespread operation of uncrewed air systems (UAS) by 2027 to “maximise [their] economic and social benefits”.
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NewsIndonesian eVTOL firm Vela advances plans for technology demonstrator
Indonesian electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Vela is progressing with development work for its Alpha vehicle.
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InterviewIndonesian Aerospace chief looks to N219, offset opportunities
Indonesian Aerospace is focused on boosting sales of its N219 twin-turboprop, as it seeks to grow its capabilities through military offset work.
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NewsBoeing gives union more time to consider offer as relations sour
Boeing has given the International Association of Machinists (IAM) more time to evaluate the company’s latest contract proposal, hoping to end a costly strike that has halted its aircraft production in the Pacific Northwest.
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NewsUK start-up Global Airlines taps EFW for first A380 MRO works
Prospective UK long-haul start-up Global Airlines has picked German modification specialist EFW for heavy maintenance service of its first Airbus A380, ahead of the airline’s launch.
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NewsTextron Aviation’s machinists go on strike
Textron Aviation’s machinists walked off the job on 23 September after members of the 5,000-strong work group voted down the company’s proposed new employment contract. The Wichita-based aircraft manufacturer, which owns the Cessna and Beechcraft brands, confirms that workers represented by the International Association of Machinists (IAM) went on strike. ...
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NewsBoeing makes ‘best and final offer’ to union as strike continues
Boeing has agreed to pay machinists 30% more over four years and has sweetened retirement benefits as part of a new proposed employment contract the company hopes will end a costly strike that brought its production lines to a halt.
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NewsMTU completes hydrogen test milestone for Flying Fuel Cell system
Germany’s MTU Aero Engines has completed a round of testing to validate the performance of a liquid hydrogen fuel system developed for a new powertrain it calls the Flying Fuel Cell (FFC).
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NewsFlight of the Phenix: Start-up completes first phase of flight tests with Ultra 2XL rotorcraft
Uncrewed rotorcraft developer Phenix Solutions has completed a flight-test programme with a full-size prototype of its Ultra 2XL heavy-lift aircraft.
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NewsBoeing’s other large labour union rejects request for furloughs
Boeing’s second largest labour union has denied a request from the company for its members to be furloughed alongside other Boeing workers amid the ongoing machinists strike.
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AnalysisEmbraer Commercial looks to future after Boeing ‘divorce’ settlement
Embraer’s $150 million divorce settlement from Boeing – announced on 16 September after more than four years of legal wrangling – marks the end of one the most remarkable betrothals in recent aerospace history.
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NewsGeneral Atomics progresses in-house wing production for Do 228 NXT
General Atomics AeroTec Systems (GA-ATS) has begun final assembly of the first wing for the new Do 228 NXT-series twin-turboprop.
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NewsDe Havilland now producing first DHC-515 with 2028 in-service goal
De Havilland Canada is assembling its first DHC-515 Firefighter in Calgary and expects to begin delivering the aircraft by early 2028, a bit later than previously anticipated.
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NewsSikorsky hopes for S-92 availability boost after FAA life-extension approval
Sikorsky has received US regulatory approval for a life extension to a critical gearbox component on its S-92 helicopter that it believes will contribute to alleviating the availability challenges currently afflicting the heavy-twin.
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OpinionClock is ticking for Boeing to resolve machinists strike
Already dealing with multiple challenges across the business, Boeing’s hopes of a recovery this year are now threatened by a strike by its machinists. A quick resolution is key.
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AnalysisCould OXCCU’s perfect chemistry help to fuel aviation sector’s transformation?
Former Oxford University academics claim to have come up with a simple way of creating sustainable aviation fuel from hydrogen and carbon dioxide, and are beginning to industrialise their technology.
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NewsServices market to almost double to $290bn by 2043: Airbus
Airbus Global Services expects the global commercial services market will almost double to $290 billion per year in 2043 from its current level of $150 billion.
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AnalysisHow CHC keeps coming to the rescue for Australia’s military
Rotorcraft operator CHC has delivered vital support services for the Australian Defence Force’s aircraft operations over 35 years. Now it is pitching to extend that relationship.
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OpinionCan airframers navigate the shifting sands of supply chain for new aircraft development?
The next generation of commercial aircraft may have a shorter lifespan than their predecessors. With a heavy reliance on years of aftermarket revenues, supply chains will need to adapt, says Matteo Peraldo.