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FAA Proposes Design Changes for Service Return of Max

The release of a proposed airworthiness directive is a key step in bringing the Max back to service, Boeing and the FAA agree.

Virgin Galactic Unveils Plans for Mach 3 Commercial Jet

Virgin Galactic completed its mission concept review and signed a non-binding agreement with Rolls-Royce as it lays out plans for a supersonic aircraft.

United To Consolidate All ERJ145 Flying with CommutAir

The move by United Airlines to sever ties with its ExpressJet partner will result in a boon for its CommutAir affiliate.

Airbus Aims To ‘Significantly’ Cull Aircraft Inventory by Year-end

Europe's dominant OEM counted 145 unshipped airplanes in inventory at the end of June because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Boom, Rolls-Royce Ink Overture Collaboration Pact

Teams working on the proposed Boom supersonic airliner have begun studying whether they can apply an existing engine architecture from Rolls-Royce.

Boeing Sees More Rate Cuts, 747 Production Ending in 2022

Boeing has begun studying consolidating 787 production into one site as output across its product line further slows.

JetBlue Applying UV Light To Help Kill Covid Virus in Cabins

Honeywell has delivered eight of its new UV Cabin System to New York-based LCC JetBlue.

IATA Laments Unexpectedly Weak Traffic Improvements in June

The resurgence of Covid cases in the U.S. and in some parts of Europe has dampened expectations for traffic improvements this year.

Second-quarter Airliner Deliveries Sink to Historic Low

UK industry group ADS reports that Airbus and Boeing delivered 94 airplanes combined in the second quarter.

Boeing’s Freighter Conversion Programs Enjoying a Renaissance

Covid effects have driven a need for more cargo capacity around the globe.

Airbus Makes Final Overture To End WTO Dispute

The governments of France and Spain have agreed to amend repayable launch investment contracts for the Airbus A350.

Embraer Wins Certification for Extra Cargo in RJs, Turboprops

Brazilian authorities have given the green light for E-Jets, ERJ-145s, and EMB-120s to carry supplemental cargo.

FAA Leader Says Airline Passengers Must Wear Face Masks

FAA deputy administrator Daniel Elwell said a recovery in airline traffic depends heavily on passengers consistently following Covid-19 safety measures.

Regulations and Government

UK Organizations Seek Backing for Scrappage Scheme

A Roland Berger report delves into pros and cons of the Aircraft FIRSt scheme, which would call on the UK government to encourage aircraft retirements.

Industry Assembles Online To Recast Challenge as Opportunity

The online FIA Connect event brought the aviation industry together for a much-needed conversation about how it can get past the Covid crisis.

Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Collaboration Between ‘Old’ and ‘New’ is Key to UAM Success

Some observers say established aircraft manufacturers are better placed than startups to make a success of urban air mobility in the long run.

Fire Damages Ethiopian Boeing 777F in Shanghai

A Boeing 777G operated by Ethiopian Airlines sustained serious fire damage to its fuselage.

Women Leaders Stress Diversity Focus through Pandemic

During FIA Connect 2020, industry leaders agreed that the pandemic has made focus on diversity more difficult, but say the issue remains critical.

Here’s What We’re Missing With No Farnborough Flying Display in 2020

Here’s What We’re Missing With No Farnborough Flying Display in 2020

Amid Covid Crisis, Air bp Sees SAF Optimism

While air traffic levels have plummeted during the Covid pandemic, Air bp still sees a strong case for the continued adoption of SAF.

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