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RTX's Singapore MRO Hubs: Leading Asia-Pacific's Automation Push
RTX is spearheading automation at its Singapore MRO facilities to meet the soaring demand in Asia-Pacific, set to become the world's largest aviation market.
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ATR 72 Turboprop Design: How It Handles Bird Strike Risks
The ATR 72's high-mounted turboprops and robust engineering offer unique advantages in bird strike resilience, but challenges remain. We analyze the design, regulations, and future outlook.
LATAM Airlines Brazil Takes Delivery of First Embraer E195-E2
LATAM Airlines Brazil has received its first Embraer E195-E2, the airline's first aircraft of the type.
Pilot Killed in Lancair IV-P Crash Near Hicks Airfield in Fort Worth
The pilot of a single-engine Lancair IV-P was killed Wednesday when the aircraft crashed and caught fire near Hicks Airfield in Fort Worth, Texas.
Heart Aerospace Redesigns Hybrid-Electric Regional Airliner
Swedish company Heart Aerospace has returned to a series-hybrid design for its regional airliner, dropping the ES-30 in favor of the new ES-36, with JSX signing for up to 100 aircraft.
Honda Aircraft Delays Echelon Jet First Flight to 2028, Delivery to 2031
Honda Aircraft has pushed back its HA-480 HondaJet Echelon program, delaying first flight to 2028 and first customer delivery to 2031 amid supply chain issues.
Metro Aviation and BETA Test Electric Aircraft for Texas EMS
Metro Aviation and BETA Technologies are testing electric aircraft for emergency medical services operations in Texas.
EASA's 7,800-Cycle Order Reshapes Boeing 787 Maintenance Economics
A new EASA inspection mandate tied to 7,800 flight cycles forces operators of the Boeing 787 to rethink maintenance intervals, uptime assumptions, and the aircraft's celebrated cost advantages.
How Cabin Crew Rest on the Airbus A350-1000: A Delicate Balance
The A350-1000's crew rest compartments are a marvel of engineering, but they require careful management to ensure adequate sleep on ultra-long-haul flights.
FAA to Accept More Risk From Space Debris to Aircraft Under New Policy
The FAA will accept a higher level of risk to aircraft from space debris under a new policy, according to The Air Current.
Bye Aerospace's All-Electric eFlyer 2 Trainer Completes First Flight
Colorado-based Bye Aerospace completed the first test flight of its all-electric eFlyer 2 trainer, days after receiving an FAA special airworthiness certificate.
Deutsche Aircraft Opens D328eco Final Assembly Line
German manufacturer Deutsche Aircraft has opened the final assembly line for its D328eco regional turboprop.
Coast Guard Finds Debris from Missing Medical Plane Off Nantucket
The U.S. Coast Guard located a debris field confirmed to be from a missing medical transport aircraft off Nantucket, Massachusetts, with six people aboard.
The Hidden Hatch: Why Qantas A380s Have a Missing Seat
A missing seat on Qantas Airbus A380s reveals a little-known safety feature: a floor hatch that lets crew escape from rest areas in emergencies. We explore the origins, regulations, and implications of this secret design.
From A380 to 777X: The Widebody Succession Reshaping Long-Haul
As airlines retire the A380, the Boeing 777X is emerging as the twin-engine successor built for a market that prizes efficiency over sheer scale.
A220 vs E195-E2: Which Regional Jet Truly Costs Less to Fly?
The Airbus A220-300 and Embraer E195-E2 are two of the most efficient regional jets, but their cost structures differ fundamentally: the A220 wins on cost per seat, while the E195-E2 wins on cost per trip. The choice hinges on route length and load factor.
Coast Guard searches off Nantucket for medevac jet carrying six people
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a medical evacuation jet carrying six people that was en route from Bermuda to Boston.
Joby Aviation Demonstrates Autonomous Cargo Aircraft in Utah
Joby Aviation demonstrated an autonomous cargo aircraft in Utah, part of the company's broader push toward a future electric air taxi service.