FAA shows new muscle in working with Boeing
Ahead of a 2016 meeting to discuss training requirements for the 737 MAX, a Boeing employee infamously described clueless federal… Read More »
Allianz: 9 trends to watch as aviation readies for post Covid-19 takeoff
The sudden halt imposed on the aviation industry by the Covid-19 crisis hit the sector hard. In April 2020, two-thirds… Read More »
NASA has narrowed the source of an elusive leak on the space station to 2 Russian modules
The International Space Station has been leaking for more than a year. While the station is perpetually losing some air,… Read More »
Spirit AeroSystems’ plan to diversify away from Boeing is falling apart
The company’s pre-COVID hope to use M&A to move away from its former parent appears unlikely to come together as… Read More »
Sweden’s Heart Aerospace presents all-electric regional aircraft
Swedish aviation start-up Heart Aerospace says it plans to build a 19-seat all-electric commercial aircraft that will fly by mid-2026,… Read More »
Sea-Tac Airport, airlines consider rapid COVID-19 testing to help get travelers back in the air
Port of Seattle officials say recent surveys show passengers would like to see rapid COVID-19 testing available at Sea-Tac Airport…. Read More »
FAA recommends airlines about Boeing 787 ILS issue
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin for owners and operators of Boeing’s Dreamliner on Thursday…. Read More »
Delta in Talks to Defer 40 Airbus Jet Deliveries Beyond 2020
Delta Air Lines is in talks with Airbus to delay at least 40 aircraft deliveries set for this year, as… Read More »
Airbus marks 5 years of aircraft production at Alabama facility
The Airbus manufacturing facility in Alabama has marked a significant milestone – five years of aircraft production in its growing… Read More »
SpaceX is going to fire Tom Cruise into space
If you dislike actor Tom Cruise, I’ve got some great news for you. If you love actor Tom Cruise, I… Read More »
Switzerland Hasn’t Gone to War in 200 Years. Why Does It Need New Fighter Jets?
The people of Switzerland will vote later this month on the future of their country’s fleet of fighter jets. The… Read More »
‘Unknown’ space debris almost flew within 1 mile of the International Space Station. As junk builds up in orbit, the danger of collisions is growing.
NASA says “an unknown piece of space debris” flew uncomfortably close the International Space Station on Tuesday. The debris, which… Read More »
Made In Space is sending the first ceramic manufacturing facility in space to the ISS next week
In-space manufacturing company Made In Space is pushing the envelope on what can, well, be made in space with its… Read More »
Delta Delays Pilot Furloughs for One Month
Delta Air Lines will delay a decision on whether to furlough pilots until at least Nov. 1, allowing time for… Read More »
Lufthansa pulls more big jets, issues gloomy outlook
German airline Lufthansa, already bailed out by the government, says it will have to make more staff cuts and mothball… Read More »
Freighter conversion: a way to double an aircraft’s life and add cargo capacity
Airlines are grappling with the difficulties of increasing their freight capacity while holding off adding unnecessary capacity into the passenger… Read More »
FAA’s own engineers say proposed fixes to Max aren’t enough
The union representing the Federal Aviation Administration engineers overseeing Boeing Co.’s redesign of the grounded 737 Max says the government’s… Read More »
Alitalia airline offering ‘Covid-tested’ flights
(CNN) – If you could book a seat on a flight where you were guaranteed not to catch coronavirus, would… Read More »
Jet Fuel Is Now So Cheap It’s Being Blended for Use by Ships
Supply Lines is a daily newsletter that tracks Covid-19’s impact on trade. Sign up here, and subscribe to our Covid-19… Read More »
Unruly anti-mask passengers disrupt Japanese airlines
Disgruntled passengers caused major delays on two recent domestic flights from Hokkaido over requests to wear face masks, underscoring the… Read More »
Air India And Cathay Dragon Receive Hong Kong Flight Bans
Air India and Cathay Dragon have received flight bans until October 3rd from Hong Kong authorities after flying in multiple… Read More »
SpaceX to test Starlink terminals on ships
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has applied to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for permission to erect up to 10 Starlink broadband… Read More »