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Why A Microscopic Defect Can Ground A Boeing 787 That Has Flown Safely For 15 Years
A defect as wide (or narrow) as a human hair's can become a critical engineering challenge for Boeing's 787 Dreamliner.
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Boeing Tore Apart An Emirates-Bound 777X Rather Than Pay The Huge Rework Costs
Boeing made the difficult decision to dismantle an Emirates-bound Boeing 777X aircraft due to extensive structural issues discovered during inspections. This action was taken to avoid incurring substantial costs associated with incorporating significant...
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FAA restores authority for Boeing to issue 737MAX & 787 airworthiness certificates
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has restored Boeing’s authority to issue airworthiness certificates for newly built 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. This decision follows a review of the FAA's oversight processes related to these models,...
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Delta Air Lines Broke A Decade Of Airbus Widebody Loyalty To Give Boeing 1 Order
Delta Air Lines announced its first aircraft purchase from Boeing in ten years, securing a single widebody jet. The decision marks a significant shift away from Delta’s longstanding relationship with Airbus, which had dominated their fleet expansion over...
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Airlines will need nearly 44,000 new jets by 2045: Boeing
Boeing projects a substantial demand for aircraft over the next two decades, anticipating that airlines and cargo operators will require approximately 44,000 new commercial airplanes. This forecast covers a period spanning from 2024 through 2045,...
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Why The Boeing KC-46 Still Has Refueling Limitations With Several USAF Aircraft
KC-46 Pegasus still faces A-10 and stealth aircraft refueling limits as Boeing works on boom and vision system fixes.
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Rare Air: The 8 US Markets Where The Airbus A350-1000 Flies Daily In 2026
New York leads the way with over 2,000 A350-1000 flights in 2026.
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2,000-Jet Shortage: Boeing Warns Global Supply Squeeze Will Last Into The 2030s
Boeing has issued a stark warning regarding the future supply of commercial airplanes, predicting a persistent shortfall of approximately 2,000 jets throughout the decade of the 2030s. This projection was unveiled during presentations at the Farnborough...
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FAA returns to Boeing full authority to issue airworthiness certificates
Move reflects confidence by the US regulator in Boeing’s 737 Max and 787 quality and processes. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has returned to Boeing authority to issue airworthiness certificates for 737 Max and 787 aircraft, after having...
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Photo Report: United Airlines New “Elevated” Boeing 787-9
During a hangar event at LAX, United unveiled its new “Elevated” Boeing 787-9. The new “Elevated” 787-9 configuration… The post Photo Report: United Airlines New “Elevated” Boeing 787-9 appeared first on SamChui.com.
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Air China, Shenzhen Airlines Order 55 Airbus Aircraft
Air China and Shenzhen Airlines have announced an order for fifty-five new aircraft from Airbus. The agreement encompasses a delivery schedule spanning from 2029 through to 2032. These deliveries represent a significant investment in both airlines’ fleets....
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Livery of the Week: Lufthansa’s First Airbus A350-1000
Lufthansa has unveiled its inaugural Airbus A350-1000 aircraft adorned with a distinctive livery celebrating the airline's centenary. This unique design prominently showcases an expansive white crane depicted on a background of deep blue hues. The...