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Feb 11, 2016
Eight years after the Chinese government launched development of the Comac C919, the three big state airlines that must become the prime customers of the 158-seat airliner still hold only tiny orders for the type. Why?
Feb 11, 2016
Russia’s goal of reentering the narrowbody market hit a speed bump when the prototype of its MC-21 aircraft encountered problems related to manufacture of its composite wings.
Feb 11, 2016
Aerospace sector greets lifting of sanction on Iran with interest and with orders; Delta’s change at the top will strengthen Anderson’s position.
Feb 09, 2016
Under the plan, aeronautics funding would break the $1 billion barrier for the first time in more than two decades, peaking at more than $1.3 billion in 2023.
Feb 09, 2016
Hong Kong-based Dragonair has revealed a new name and livery in an effort to align itself more closely with parent Cathay Pacific.
Feb 09, 2016
A 2020 fleet target suggests China Eastern will need approximately 100 more aircraft to support expansion, plus an unknown quantity for replacements, and more again if it reduces the number of aircraft it has on lease. It is close to ordering Airbus A350s.
Feb 09, 2016
As major carriers in the Asia-Pacific region embrace the low-cost carrier paradigm, this approach is still most advanced in Singapore.
Feb 09, 2016
The success of the A321neo has given Airbus a substantial lead in the competition with the Boeing 737 MAX. How will Boeing react?