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Oct 28, 2016
New runway condition code could avoid overruns like 2005 accident involving Southwest Airlines 737 at Chicago Midway, answering NTSB recommendations.
Oct 28, 2016
In this week’s Washington Outlook: companies create new ways to contain potential battery fires; the hunt for new space policy champions; and a recommendation for changing remote-sensing regulations.
Oct 28, 2016
Airbus Group’s Silicon Valley outpost A3 is building a full-size prototype to fly at the end of 2017 and plans a demonstrator to lift an 800-kg payload in 2020.
Oct 28, 2016
Although an expansion of Heathrow Airport has been approved, political and legal hurdles remain.
Oct 27, 2016
Brexit and terrorism-related concerns are prompting several European LCCs to lower their profit outlook, though overall they are still performing strongly.
Oct 27, 2016
The deal comes at a price but adds a portfolio of popular cabin-interior products to Rockwell’s highly regarded avionics and connectivity systems.
Oct 26, 2016
Airbus and Boeing are developing a palette of simulator and training options to help pilots avoid the pitfalls that have led to airline tragedies.
Oct 26, 2016
Folding wings could become commonplace on future aircraft as wingspans increase in an effort to reduce drag and fuel burn.