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Boeing announced plans to end production of the 767-300F freighter in 2027, after which the 767-2C is to be the sole 767 version in production. The company indicated that production …
Boeing to End 767-300F Production in 2027; Postpones 777X Delivery Start Read More
Embraer’s E190F freighter has been fully certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The passenger-to-freighter conversion process and the Cargo Loading System, developed by U.S. Cargo Systems, received the certification …
Embraer’s E-Freighter is Certified by the FAA Read More
FDH Aero has deepened its collaboration with Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC). The company has signed a strategic partnership agreement with COMAC and a long-term contract with its subsidiary, …
FDH Aero Expands Partnership with COMAC for C919 Single-Aisle Jetliner Read More
SEATTLE, Wash. – As a strike by Boeing’s U.S. west coast factory workers continues, negotiations between the company and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) are set …
Boeing and Union Resume Contract Talks Amid Strike Read More
In a surprising turn of events, Textron Aviation has announced that it will be participating in the 2024 NBAA-BACE convention after previously opting out. The company’s decision comes in response …
Textron Aviation Reverses Course, to Participate in NBAA-BACE Read More A strike has commenced at Textron Aviation after members of the International Association of Machinists (IAM) Local Lodge 774 District 70 rejected the company’s latest contract proposal. The strike, which …
Machinists Strike at Textron Aviation Read More
Slow deliveries in August – orders mixed. Cathay Pacific books 30 A330-900s In August, deliveries were slow and orders mixed. On the orders front, the highlight was Cathay Pacifics order …
Airbus and Boeing Report August 2024 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Read More
Hybrid-electric aircraft manufacturer Heart Aerospace has unveiled its first full-scale demonstrator airplane, representing a significant milestone in the development of the company’s ES-30 hybrid-electric regional aircraft. The demonstrator, which has …
Heart Aerospace Unveils Full-Scale Demonstrator for ES-30 Program Read More
Boeing’s machinists in the Puget Sound area are set to go on strike after overwhelmingly rejecting a new four-year employment contract. The decision follows a union vote on September …
Boeing Machinists Reject Contract Offer and Vote to Strike Read More
Source: Airbus Cathay Pacific Airways announced it will have its entire Airbus A350 fleet back in operation by September 7, following repairs to fuel lines in the aircraft’s Rolls-Royce Trent …
Cathay Pacific to Quickly Resume Full A350 Operations Read More