All air transport news – Page 23
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NewsSafran maturing eTaxi system for future narrowbodies
Safran Landing Systems (SLS) is continuing to refine an electric-taxiing system for future narrowbody aircraft that it believes can cut block fuel burn by up to 4%.
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NewsAir Busan A321 fire broke out while jet waited for delayed pushback: investigators
Korean investigators have disclosed that the fire which destroyed an Air Busan Airbus A321 originated in a rear overhead luggage bin, as the aircraft awaited a delayed pushback from Gimhae airport. Investigation authority ARAIB’s preliminary findings have not specified the source of the 28 January blaze. Passenger boarding had been ...
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NewsEASA gives nod to Garmin autoland retrofit for King Air 200s
European operators of some Beechcraft King Air 200s can now have their aircraft equipped with Garmin’s autoland and autothrottle systems.
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NewsLufthansa proposes WestJet chief to supervisory board as ex-Airbus head Enders resigns
Former Airbus chief Tom Enders is to step down from his post on the Lufthansa Group supervisory board after five years. Enders will resign from the board “at his own request”, once the annual general meeting takes place on 6 May, states the German airline company. He joined the board ...
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NewsGerman researchers claim aerodynamic and fuel-burn benefits from predictive load-alleviation
German aerospace researchers believe predictive load-alleviation can improve fuel consumption by more than 7% while improving passenger comfort. The conclusion is based on windtunnel testing conducted under a project known as ‘OLAF’ to examine optimal load adaption. But the German aerospace centre DLR is seeking to demonstrate the technology further ...
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NewsEuropean legislation clears aircraft to fly with ACAS Xa collision-avoidance systems
European air transport legislation has been revised to enable introduction of airborne collision-avoidance systems based on alternative conflict-resolution modelling. The European Union legislation – which enters into force on 10 March – requires aircraft authorised to carry more than 19 passengers to be equipped either with the new ACAS Xa ...
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NewsBeta prepares to test electric Alia CX300 on Stavanger-Bergen route in summer
US aerospace firm Beta Technologies is to test its Alia CX300 electric aircraft in the Norwegian airspace zone set up as an area for zero- and low-emission trials. Beta became the first developer to sign formally for test flights through an agreement at Bergen on 4 March, under a partnership ...
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NewsPratt & Whitney doubles down on rotating detonation engine
Pratt & Whitney will accelerate its work on rotating detonation engine (RDE) technology, as its programme to develop the advanced propulsion capability yields results.
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NewsX-66 project progresses with small-scale wind-tunnel tests
Boeing and NASA have completed two initial wind-tunnel tests using small-scale models of X-66, the in-development trussed-braced-wing demonstrator.
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NewsSky Alps grounds several aircraft after maintenance certification concerns emerge
Italian regional carrier Sky Alps has temporarily grounded seven aircraft as a precaution following concerns over maintenance certification which emerged during an audit. Sky Alps is based in Bolzano, in northern Italy, and has around 14 De Havilland Dash 8-400s. Inspectors from Italian civil aviation regulator ENAC conducted the audit ...
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NewsMammoth Freighters carries out first cargo door installation on converted 777-300ER
Conversion developer Mammoth Freighters has conducted the first Boeing 777-300ER cargo door installation with modification partner Aspire MRO. The aircraft (N463AC) was formerly operated by Cathay Pacific and Russian carrier Nordwind. It has been undergoing conversion to a 777-300ERMF for AviaAM Leasing at Forth Worth’s Alliance airport. Door cut commenced ...
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NewsSubstituted MC-21 and SJ-100 to fly in first half: Russian trade minister
Maiden flights of the import-substituted Yakovlev MC-21 and SJ-100 are planned for the first half of this year, Russian trade minister Anton Alikhanov has stated. Alikhanov spoke during a meeting of the presidium of the Russian parliamentary council of legislators. “We understand that air carriers are waiting for all these ...
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NewsEconomic challenges dampen full China traffic recovery in 2025: Alton report
A new report from Alton Aviation Consultancy suggests that China’s airline sector is facing longer recovery than expected, due to “domestic economic challenges” like weak consumer demand.
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NewsNorwegian aims to save costs by purchasing 10 737-800s on lease
Scandinavian budget carrier Norwegian has agreed to purchase 10 of its leased Boeing 737-800 jets. Norwegian expects to achieve a non-recurring gain of some NKr570 million ($51 million) from the transaction, which it will fund through a mix of cash and long-term financing. It says this reflects the pricing it ...
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NewsBoom’s XB-1 research jet shockwave captured during supersonic flight
US aeronautics agency NASA managed to capture the Boom Supersonic XB-1 research aircraft as it broke the sound barrier during its final flight on 10 February. The flight – the XB-1’s second in excess of Mach 1 – was the last in a series of test sorties by the aircraft, ...
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NewsFAA mandates 737NG nacelle changes following deadly 2018 CFM56 failure
The Federal Aviation Administration has finalised airworthiness directives (ADs) aimed at ensuring Boeing 737NG nacelle and engine components can better withstand forces generated by CFM International CFM56 fan-blade failures.
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NewsFleet-transition costs push Croatia Airlines into full-year loss
Croatia Airlines is attributing a loss-making performance for the full year to the costs of transitioning to its new Airbus A220 fleet, as well as external pressures over which is has little control. It points out that the first two A220s had been due for delivery before the summer 2024 ...
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AnalysisOrtberg’s engineering focus shows signs of shifting Boeing
On 20 February, Boeing chief executive Kelly Ortberg told investors and the company’s vast network of suppliers exactly what they wanted to hear: “Supply chain on the 737 is in good shape… I feel like we are headed in the right direction.”
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NewsEmirates opens new mainland China destination as part of Asian network expansion
Middle Eastern carrier Emirates is broadening its Asian network with three new routes including the Chinese city of Shenzhen. The carrier has disclosed that it also plans to operate to Da Nang in Vietnam and the Cambodian city of Siem Reap, connecting via Bangkok. It will start flying to Shenzhen ...
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NewsAvion Express to expand presence with Philippines wet-lease operation
Wet-lease specialist Avia Solutions Group is aiming to establish another regional division of carrier Avion Express, which will be located in the Philippines. It is setting up the operator to meet seasonal aircraft capacity requirements of carriers in the Asia-Pacific state. While the Philippines is experiencing strong post-pandemic recovery, says ...