Latest Commercial Aviation Content by Aviation Week & Space Technology
Oct 06, 2016
Could short-range commuter flights to small communities lacking air service be the application that makes commercial hybrid-electric aircraft a reality?
Oct 06, 2016
Singapore engine center expects to overhaul its first PW1000G geared turbofan in 2020.
Oct 05, 2016
With a growing share of A380s entering the first D-check stage, a number of MROs have added to their capabilities to cover the aircraft.
Oct 04, 2016
Mitsubishi Aircraft is notably failing to restate the target for first delivery of the MRJ, instead saying it is committed to achieving certification in 2018.
Oct 04, 2016
Two issues per year linked to manual data-error entries, but Airbus-recommended upgrades were available to counter that.
Oct 04, 2016
Solvay’s recent acquisition of Cytec may spur innovation in thermoplastics, other materials.
Oct 04, 2016
Chinese airport officials expect relatively new intercontinental services to survive even after local government subsidies expire.
Oct 03, 2016
Airbus Group is merging with the commercial airplane unit in a move that streamlines management and strengthens CEO Tom Enders. Cost efficiencies are a key target as the group battles with struggling programs such as the A380 and A400M.