All aerospace news – Page 996
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Open to persuasion: how researchers aim to quieten tomorrow's aircraft engines
Is it too early to write off open rotor engines as too noisy when they could offer cleaner power than the next generation of turbofans? Researchers are investigating with the help of new acoustic tools
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This Week briefings
Emirates is withdrawing its Airbus A380s from the Dubai-New York Kennedy route to shift the 489-seater to Toronto...
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FAA bill could jeopardize EU-US bilateral aviation cooperation
The European Union (EU) has warned the White House that it risks jeopardizing bilateral cooperation on aviation safety and transatlantic alliances, as well...
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NewsCougar investigators find gearbox flaw from earlier alert
Investigators scouring the wreckage of a Cougar Helicopters S-92A that crashed or ditched off the coast of Newfoundland 12 March have discovered a broken main gearbox component that was the subject of a 28 January alert from Sikorsky.
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From on the buses to Airbuses
When Matt Jones set out to train as an airline pilot the events of 9/11 intervened, so he took up driving coaches. He is now a senior first officer on BA's 737 fleet and about to start another bus-driving course, of the A320 variety
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Cabin interior design: Weighty matters
Cabin design is not just about looks - the mass of materials used for equipment such as seating is crucial in the constant quest by airlines for lighter aircraft
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Air France to roll out new premium economy product
Air France is introducing a new premium economy product on its long-haul flights, dubbed 'Premium Voyager', and will begin to rebrand its remaining aircraft...
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Australian tests aim to integrate UAVs into busy airspace
Boeing Research and Technology Australia (formerly Phantom Works Australia) and the Australian Research Centre for Aerospace Automation (ARCAA) are undertaking...
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NewsFAA: Sikorsky S-92 gearbox safety alert “premature”
FAA today issued a special airworthiness bulletin warning S-92 operators that manufacturer suggested procedures for main gearbox emergencies are “premature” and “may not be appropriate.”
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Aerospace primes show suborbital military transport interest
Potential military applications for suborbital spaceflight are being studied by some of the biggest players in the US defence industry. Northrop Grumman,...
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NewsSafran looks to further expand Mexican operation
France's Snecma plans to start producing CFM56 engine parts at a new plant in Mexico early next year while sister company Messier-Dowty plans to start producing...
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Rafael plans UAV versions of Litening and Reccelite pods
Rafael is developing versions of its Litening and Reccelite targeting and reconnaissance pods for use with unmanned air vehicles. The Israeli company...
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ATSG eyes May launch for new MRO business
Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) is preparing to launch a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) venture at the DHL-owned airpark in Wilmington, Ohio,...
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Lufthansa Technik logistics arm to manage Superjet spares
Maintenance firm Lufthansa Technik's logistics division is to manage spares distribution centres for the Sukhoi Superjet aircraft. Superjet International,...
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NewsUS airline may fit airbags in all aircraft seats
An unidentified US airline is considering fitting its entire fleet with seatbelt-mounted airbags as the countdown begins to implementation of a long-awaited...
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Boeing in 787 deferral talks amid weight-growth concerns
Boeing is facing the prospect of losing some early 787 orders amid growing concerns that initial production aircraft will fall short of performance promises...