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IAI to Launch Boeing 777 Conversions in Abu Dhabi in July

This year's projection of about 200 conversions industrywide appears likely to mark a record.

IAI cargo-converted B777

MRO Outlook Sanguine Despite Manpower and Parts Shortages

The aviation aftermarket grew 18 percent in 2022 and forecasters expect it to expand a further 22 percent this year, to $94 billion.

Lufthansa Technik technician working on Leap 1A engine

Frenzied Global Demand and Looming Shortage Drive Market for Pilots

In the U.S., the aviation market has exploded, with airlines expected to hire a record 12,000 pilots this year.

Flight training providers have seen unprecedented growth in demand for flight instruction. (Photo: L3Harris)

European Aviation Faces a €820 billion Tab to Reach Net Zero

Europe’s airlines urge more incentives to help shoulder the cost of investments necessary to reach net zero by 2050.

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Sustainable Aviation Fuels: The Numbers Just Don't Add Up

A weighty scientific report raises doubts about net-zero alternatives to jet fuel.

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sustainable aviation fuel

Commercial Aviation’s Hydrogen Play Poses Myriad Challenges

Hydrogen-powered aircraft programs attract increased attention and public funding, but the task of building a green hydrogen ecosystem will prove daunting.

Hydrogen propulsion

SESAR Deployment Boss Upbeat on European ATM Progress

Paris Airshow exhibitors stand to benefit from billions of euros spent on ATM modernization in Europe.

Clean Aviation Projects Point to a Hydrogen Regional Airliner

Companies including Honeywell, Textron-subsidiary Pipistrel, Collins and Safran have taken lead roles in multiple European Union-backed developments.

H2Fly's HY4 technology demonstrator.

Saudi Arabia’s AviLease to Bundle SAF with Leases

The Kingdom is targeting 330 million passenger arrivals the same year.

Aerospace Eyes Emergence from Depths of Supply Chain Crisis

While the supply chain problem has the aerospace industry grappling with parts and raw materials shortages, signs of relief are beginning to emerge.

Liebherr work on aicraft air-conditioning pack in Toulouse, France

Rolls-Royce Says UltraFan ‘Bristling’ with New Technology

Following the first run of the UltraFan demonstrator, Rolls-Royce looks to speed progress toward application of the engine on an airframe.

The Rolls-Royce UltraFan turbine engine

Destinus Says Hypersonic, Zero Carbon Flights Are On the Horizon

Destinus Says Hypersonic, Zero Carbon Flights Are On the Horizon

IATA: Airlines ‘Beyond Frustrated’ by Supply-chain Disruptions

The global airline trade body plans to start monitoring supplier performance to keep track of delays in aircraft and parts deliveries.

IATA vice president of operations, safety, and security Nick Careen

IATA Lauds Airlines' ‘Amazing’ Return to Profitability

Airlines globally will generate $9.8 billion in net profits this year and passenger traffic should recover to pre-Covid levels in 2024, according to IATA.

IATA director general Willie Walsh

Boeing Max 7, 10 Programs Awash in FAA Documentation Work

Strict FAA paperwork requirements continue to hamper progress in certifying the Boeing 737 Max 7 and Max 10.

Boeing 737 Max 7 in flight

Aysha Alhameli Highlights Innovation in Air Accident Prevention in the UAE

Aysha Alhameli, assistant director general of the UAE Air Accident Investigation Sector, outlines numerous projects underway to help global safety.

Aysha Alhameli UAE

Boeing 787 Rate Hike Lends Latest Credibility Boost

As it works toward clearing some 90 Dreamliners from inventory, Boeing preps for a second 787 assembly line in South Carolina.

Boeing 787 assembly line

SAS Taking Bookings for First Electric Flight in 2028

Scandinavian airline SAS plans to be one of the launch operators for Heart Aerospace's Swedish-made ES-30 hybrid-electric regional airliner.

SAS plans to operate Heart Aerospace's hybrid-electric ES-30 regional airliner.

Comac’s C919 Airliner Enters Revenue Service

The first China Eastern Airlines C919 narrowbody airliner entered service on May 28 with a flight from Shanghai to Beijing.

The first C919 takes off from Shanghai

Textron Aviation Delivers First Passenger SkyCourier

Hawaii’s Lanai Air will operate the first passenger version of the Cessna SkyCourier, providing air service between Oahu and the island of Lanai.

Cessna Skycourier in showroom hangar

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