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Photo Tour: Onboard WestJet’s New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

February 17, 2019 Mateen Kontoravdis

The delivery of WestJet’s first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in mid-January marked an exciting new chapter for the Calgary-based carrier. Known for its low-cost business model that’s only been partly rivaled in Canada, WestJet is transforming

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Aerolineas Argentinas Seeks International Assistance for its Fleet Renewal

February 13, 2019 Pablo Diaz

In a new step taken towards a review of the entire operation, Aerolineas Argentinas is looking for an external consulting firm to provide assistance with an overhaul of the revenue management strategy and route network

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Brazilian Regulator Probes Embraer CFO

February 12, 2019 Hemal Gosai

The proposed joint venture between the United States’ Boeing and Brazil’s Embraer is facing another challenge as Brazil’s securities regulator has launched an administrative probe into the chief financial officer of Embraer in regards to

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Boeing 747: Celebrating 50 Years of Flight

February 9, 2019 Pablo Diaz

In each and every conversation about aircraft, her name comes up. And it is her name, because unavoidably, it has become the symbol of commercial aviation worldwide. Its beautiful design is without a doubt the

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Qantas Cancels Remaining A380 Orders

February 8, 2019 Jose Antonio Payet

After constant deferrals in delivery dates, Qantas has officially cancelled its remaining order of eight A380s, according to a Flightglobal report. The move signals what could be the slow fate of the superjumbo. whose large size

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Azul Looking at Fleet Expansion in 2019

February 8, 2019 Akhil Dewan

Brazilian carrier Azul has announced plans to renew its fleet with new orders of Embraer 195-E2 and Airbus A320neo aircraft in 2019. Azul’s fleet plan for 2019 sees the carrier acquiring 21 new aircraft this

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Winglet-less and Wearing Thin: The Boeing 737-600 Today

February 3, 2019 Ian McMurtry

Although the Boeing 737 currently stands as the best-selling commercial aircraft, the Seattle-based company’s designs for the narrowbody aircraft have not always been loved by airlines. This is the case for the Boeing 737-600, who

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From Burg to Burgh: Why Did American’s First A321neo Go to Pittsburgh?

February 2, 2019 Thomas Pallini

The newest member of the family for American Airlines has arrived as Airbus delivered the airline’s first Airbus A321neo, the next generation version of the Airbus A321, on Friday. Following the official handoff, taking place

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British Airways Details Retirement Plans for 747 Fleet

January 26, 2019 Mateen Kontoravdis

The days of the iconic Boeing 747 have become numbered as numerous airlines prepare to phase them out in favor of newer and more efficient wide-body aircraft such as the Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X.

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Boeing Unveils Augmented Reality for New 777X Interior

January 24, 2019 Jordan Green

Boeing unveiled an augmented reality experience for one of its largest upcoming aircraft, the Boeing 777x, on Wednesday to give enthusiasts and customers a sneak peek at what the interior of what will be the

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Airbus Starts Off 2019 Strong

January 22, 2019 Hemal Gosai

Airbus is starting the year off strong with a new order after losing the aircraft delivery race in 2018 against rival Boeing, delivering 800 aircraft compared to Boeing’s 806. Boeing also soared past Airbus in

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American’s First Airbus A321neo Spotted in Hamburg

January 10, 2019 Thomas Pallini

American Airlines’ first Airbus A321neo was spotted fully painted in the airline’s colors at Airbus’ production facility in Hamburg. The aircraft is slated to be delivered to American in the next few weeks before joining

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Royal Air Maroc Debuts Newly-Delivered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on New York Route

December 22, 2018 Thomas Pallini

Royal Air Maroc inducted its newest aircraft, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, into long-haul flying on Friday when the aircraft flew the Casablanca to New York route, its first transatlantic revenue flight. The Moroccan flag carrier

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How to Fly a Dornier 328 In The U.S. This Winter

December 21, 2018 Mateen Kontoravdis

Taos Air is one of the newest airlines in the U.S. In early October, the airline announced its debut flights between Taos, New Mexico and Texas cities Austin and Dallas Love Field. The charter air

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ANA’s Turtle-themed A380 Rolls Out of the Paint Shop

December 13, 2018 James Dinsdale

One of the three Airbus A380s on order to Japan’s All Nippon Airlines (ANA) has rolled out of the paint shop in Hamburg, completing a 21-day paint job featuring the blue turtles of Hawaii. This

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Judge Overturns Decision after Attempt to Halt Boeing/Embraer Negotiations

December 12, 2018 Peter Biondi

A federal judge in São Paulo acted in favor of a class action moved by Brazilian congressman Paulo Pimenta and Carlos Zaratini from the worker’s party (PT) halting temporarily the merger of aircraft manufacturers Boeing

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MIT Researchers Create Engine with No Moving Parts

December 11, 2018 Hemal Gosai

It’s no secret that AvGeeks enjoy the roar of airplane engines. There’s nothing like sitting on a plane hurtling down the runway with the engines roaring with energy ready to lift the plane into the sky.

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Study Shows Airlines Failing to Meet Emissions Targets

December 9, 2018 Parker Davis

According to a new study from the Atmosfair Airline Index, despite improvements in technology among many now-top-selling aircraft—including Boeing’s 737 MAX and 787 and Airbus’s A320neo —airlines will not be able to make “significant” changes

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The Business of Private Jets: How Gulfstream is Leading the Charge for Safety and Innovation in Aviation

December 8, 2018 Thomas Pallini

Gulfstream Aerospace produces arguably the world’s finest and most recognizable private jet aircraft. Founded in 1958 by a military aircraft manufacturer, the company made the switch to private aircraft with the Gulfstream I propeller aircraft.

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Airbus Takes Aim at “Middle of the Market” Segment

December 1, 2018 Adrian Vannahme

Airbus is looking to strengthen its position on “middle of the market” aircraft to better compete with Boeing, and is considering a two-pronged approach with the Airbus A321neo and a new Airbus A330neo. A new

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Planes

Photo Tour: Onboard WestJet’s New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Aerolineas Argentinas Seeks International Assistance for its Fleet Renewal

Brazilian Regulator Probes Embraer CFO

Boeing 747: Celebrating 50 Years of Flight

Qantas Cancels Remaining A380 Orders

Azul Looking at Fleet Expansion in 2019

Winglet-less and Wearing Thin: The Boeing 737-600 Today

From Burg to Burgh: Why Did American’s First A321neo Go to Pittsburgh?

British Airways Details Retirement Plans for 747 Fleet

Boeing Unveils Augmented Reality for New 777X Interior

Airbus Starts Off 2019 Strong

American’s First Airbus A321neo Spotted in Hamburg

Royal Air Maroc Debuts Newly-Delivered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on New York Route

How to Fly a Dornier 328 In The U.S. This Winter

ANA’s Turtle-themed A380 Rolls Out of the Paint Shop

Judge Overturns Decision after Attempt to Halt Boeing/Embraer Negotiations

MIT Researchers Create Engine with No Moving Parts

Study Shows Airlines Failing to Meet Emissions Targets

The Business of Private Jets: How Gulfstream is Leading the Charge for Safety and Innovation in Aviation

Airbus Takes Aim at “Middle of the Market” Segment

Airbus and Japan Airlines Announce FHS Contract

Icelandair CEO and CCO Talk Hub Strategy, Financial Position and Boeing’s NMA

American Airlines to Add New Nonstop Service to Louisville

Dublin Airport Begins Construction on North Runway

Returning to Normalcy: Sint Maarten Sees Major Upgrade In Commercial Service as Hurricane Recovery Continues