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Airbus, Airlines Happy With A380

As the aircraft becomes a common site and help airlines make revenue, Airbus says it is in no rush to stretch or re-engine the Airbus A380.

Pilatus Ready To Roll Out Strong-Selling PC-24

The new business jet offers a spacious cabin and great versatility in terms of its performance.

Airbus Gives Update On A350-1000

Airbus attempts to head off 777X threat with “on plan” A350-1000.

Fast Jet Training Ascends In The UK

Ascent has lowered front-line training and is able to take foreign students at the UK Military Flying Training System at RAF Valley.

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The Other MFTS Programs

Ascent has run UK Military Flying Training System at RAF Valley for a year. It has lowered front-line training and can now take foreign students.

U.S. Air Force Releases RFP for Long-Range Bomber

The service has designated the platform a top priority and expects to make a contract award next spring.

Airbus Starts Training A350 Crews

Airbus is starting to fully engage with customers for the A350XWB as it nears first delivery to Qatar Airways toward the end of this year.

A350XWB Cabin Customization Process

The European manufacturer hopes to limit cabin furnishing options for the twin-aisle A350XWB twinjet in order to keep final-assembly lines flowing.

Airbus A350 Flight-test Logbook

Airbus expects to have received EASA type certification for the A350 by the end of September.

Embraer Firms Up E2 Cabin Design

After Embraer completed its initial design review for the E2 it is showing the new E-Jet variant’s cabin at Farnborough.

Sikorsky CH-53K Super Stallion Being Put Through Its Paces before First Flight

Operational service of the mostly composite helicopter, which has been dubbed the “King Stallion,” is expected in 2019.

Sikorsky S-97 Raider Tests Continue

Eurofighter Describes Multi-Role Capability Status

Eurofighter has moved up a gear, but there is more to come that should enhance its export potential further.

In Supplier Choices And Production Processes, Boeing Carefully Manages Risks To 777

Boeing’s latest supplier agreements for the 777X reflect a commitment to risk containment, as do efficiency improvements to the current 777 line.

Airbus Offers Enhanced A330 Tanker/transport

Soon several countries will be operating the Airbus A330-based MRTT tanker aircraft, with more orders expected from around the world.

Airbus Explores Export Prospects For A330 Tanker/transport

Airbus Gears Up To Deliver RAF’s First A400M

The fleet of Airbus A400M tactical transports is starting to grow as the Royal Air Force prepares to take delivery of the first of its 22 in September.

Boeing Sees Continued Strength in 777 Program

BCA sales boss John Wojick expressed confidence that Boeing would soon collect significant 777 orders.

Boeing Projects Buoyant Jetliner Market

Predictions for next 20 years remain robust.

Fast Pace of Boeing 787 Fixes Challenges Operators

Boeing 787 reliability rates continue to rise, but several operators have deferred fixes to avoid down time.

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