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Honeywell has unveiled a significant restructuring plan to split the industrial giant into three independent, publicly traded entities. This move marks a strategic shift aimed at streamlining operations, sharpening business …
Honeywell to Split Into Three Independent Companies in Major Restructuring Move Read More
WASHINGTON D.C. – U.K.-based eVTOL aircraft developer Vertical announced that it has raised $90 million in additional funding for the production of its VX4 eVTOL aircraft. Vertical previously secured an …
Vertical Aerospace Issues Additional $90 Million in Equity Shares, Strengthening Funding For its VX4 eVTOL Program. Read More
Solid December orders haul /// Airbus narrowly misses target after strong end-of-year surge /// Boeing deliveries on the rise In December, both manufacturers finished the year on a high note …
Airbus and Boeing Report December 2024 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Read More
Airbus on track for 770 jets for the year in usual end-of-year surge /// Boeing’s shipments have yet to snap back after strike In November, ordering activity was rather muted, …
Airbus and Boeing Report November 2024 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Read More
Airbus delivers first A321XLR and reiterates target for 770 jets for the year In October, deliveries were on the low side for Airbus and very low for Boeing, while orders …
Airbus and Boeing Report October 2024 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Read More
Deliveries still sluggish – orders strong with 300 new bookings as Airbus sets another all-time backlog record In September, deliveries were slow but orders were strong – in particular for …
Airbus and Boeing Report September 2024 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Read More
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
Despite its size, Israel has a long history of launching satellites into orbit using its own domestically-developed Shavit rocket. While Israel may not be considered a major space power, it …
Behind the Scenes: Israel’s Space Program 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
Boeing’s Starliner has been in the news recently for undesirable reasons. Between helium leaks, issues with thrusters and stranded astronauts due to Starliner’s troubles, it seems Boeing is bearing the …
Boeing Starliner’s troubles illustrate difficulties inherent in space travel Read More