NEWSJun 19, 2023Raytheon Technologies Announces Next Steps in Hybrid-Electric Propulsion TestingRaytheon Technologies (RTX) kicked off this year's Paris Airshow announcing a significant milestone in its pursuit for widespread sustainable aviation. The company has finally completed a rated power test of its one-megawatt (1MW) electric motor intended to be fitted to Raytheon's De Havilland Dash 8-100 demonstrator as part of its hybrid-electric project.Read More →
NEWSJun 01, 2023Airbus Delivers its First American-Built Aircraft to a Foreign CustomerRecently, Airbus reached an important milestone when its Alabama factory delivered its first aircraft destined for an international customer: Volaris.Read More →
NEWSMay 22, 2023First Flight from Russia to Georgia Causes Rising TensionsDirect flights have resumed between Russia and Georgia amid protests and sharp criticism from the South Caucasus nation's president. Russia has also decided to ease Visa requirements for GeorgiansRead More →
NEWSApr 09, 2023Boeing Hires High-Profile U.S. Government Official into Senior Executive PositionMultiple challenges in recent years have forced Boeing to make changes to its senior leadership. As part of this reshuffling, the company announced that a former high-ranking U.S. government official would fill a senior executive position at the company. Steven Biegun will now be the Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy.Read More →
NEWSApr 04, 2023ATR to Ramp Up Production in 2023ATR is poised for growth in 2023 after three challenging years due to COVID and a complex economic and geopolitical environment. Despite industry-wide supply chain issues, ATR delivered 25 new and 11 pre-owned aircraft in 2022.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJan 30, 2023Semi-Private Airlines: Premium for LessEver wanted a private experience but don't own a jet? Welcome to the world of Semi-Private Airlines. These corporate-style carriers offer travelers the opportunity to experience a first-class product in a smaller setting, and of course without the cost of operating an entire plane.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJan 27, 2023Attending an Aviation University in the US: The Pros and ConsIf you have been considering attending an aviation university in the United States, then you know the decision is complex. While it provides you with specialized training and networking opportunities, it is a heavy responsibility.Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2023VIDEO: Shots Fired at Aeromexico E190 at Culiacan AirportAn Aeromexico Connect Embraer E190 was on the runway of Culiacan International Airport (CUL) when shots were fired at the aircraft. The Sinaloa cartel is suspected to be responsible for the shots following the arrest of local drug lord Ovidio Guzman, son of "El Chapo" Guzman.Read More →
INFORMATIONALAug 11, 2022How Does an Aircraft APU Work?Modern airplanes are outfitted with auxiliary power units (APUs) to meet the aircraft's large energy requirements while the engines are not running. This self-contained unit represents a constant-speed gas turbine engine located in the airplane's tail cone which is isolated in a titanium fireproof compartment from the rest of the aircraft. But how does it work?Read More →
NEWSJul 19, 2022Gulfstream Showcases G800 at Farnborough 2022Gulfstream flew its new G800 on its first international flight to Farnborough 2022. The aircraft will be on display for potential customers at the event, along with Gulfstream's new Service Center. Read More →