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Embraer's CEO, Francisco Gomes Neto, stated at the Singapore Airshow that the company will decide on its next aircraft development program "in a couple of years"
Feb. 22, 2024 - While larger commercial aircraft in the narrow segment have been suggested, Gomes Neto emphasized Embraer's focus on existing products and production increase, aiming for 100 annual commercial aircraft deliveries by 2025 or 2026. (Aviation Week)
Feb. 22, 2024 - While larger commercial aircraft in the narrow segment have been suggested, Gomes Neto emphasized Embraer's focus on existing products and production increase, aiming for 100 annual commercial aircraft deliveries by 2025 or 2026. (Aviation Week)
The U.S. Army's Maneuver-Short Range Air Defense system requirements are set for review by the Joint Capabilities Board this spring
Feb. 22, 2024 - The M-SHORAD saw prototypes delivered in record time of 19 months from the identification of operational needs in 2016. The Army is currently fielding its third M-SHORAD battalion, with plans for two more variants, including a 50-kilowatt laser weapon version and a new interceptor replacement for the current Stinger missile. (Defense News)
Feb. 22, 2024 - The M-SHORAD saw prototypes delivered in record time of 19 months from the identification of operational needs in 2016. The Army is currently fielding its third M-SHORAD battalion, with plans for two more variants, including a 50-kilowatt laser weapon version and a new interceptor replacement for the current Stinger missile. (Defense News)
Whistleblower Joshua Dean, a former Spirit employee, claims supervisors ignored errors and allowing unsafe products to reach Boeing
Feb. 21, 2024 - Dean, fired for alleged audit failures, contends he was scapegoated for company-wide issues, revealing a culture of pressure and reluctance to address manufacturing flaws, according to a civil lawsuit filed by Spirit investors. (The Seattle Times)
Feb. 21, 2024 - Dean, fired for alleged audit failures, contends he was scapegoated for company-wide issues, revealing a culture of pressure and reluctance to address manufacturing flaws, according to a civil lawsuit filed by Spirit investors. (The Seattle Times)
Rolls-Royce has reported a doubling of annual profits in 2023, exceeding analyst expectations and boosting its share price by 10%
Feb. 21, 2024 - The UK engine maker, undergoing a revamp led by CEO Tufan Erginbilgic, saw underlying operating profit rise to £1.6bn and anticipates further growth in 2024, with underlying profit expected to reach as high as £2bn. All while the company is committed to resuming dividend payouts. (Financial Times)
Boeings Ed Clark, the executive overseeing the factory responsible for the door-plug blowout is leaving the company
Feb. 21, 2024 - Katie Ringgold will succeed him, while Elizabeth Lund takes on a new role overseeing quality control. The changes come as Boeing faces increased scrutiny from the FAA and continues efforts to address production challenges with its 737 model. (WSI)
Feb. 21, 2024 - Katie Ringgold will succeed him, while Elizabeth Lund takes on a new role overseeing quality control. The changes come as Boeing faces increased scrutiny from the FAA and continues efforts to address production challenges with its 737 model. (WSI)
China's C919 airliner, seen as a potential competitor to Boeing and Airbus, made its international debut at the Singapore Airshow
Feb. 20, 2024 - Despite costing an estimated $49 billion in development, it faces challenges in gaining certification from American and European regulators and overcoming political tensions between China and the West. (CNN Business)
Feb. 20, 2024 - Despite costing an estimated $49 billion in development, it faces challenges in gaining certification from American and European regulators and overcoming political tensions between China and the West. (CNN Business)
Tinker Air Force Base is preparing for the upgrade of 76 B-52 Stratofortress bombers with new improvements to extend their operational life until 2060
Feb. 20, 2024 - The Air Force plans to complete qualification testing of the new Rolls-Royce F130 engines by the end of 2024 and make a Milestone B decision on the Commercial Engine Replacement Program by the summer. (Defense News)
Feb. 20, 2024 - The Air Force plans to complete qualification testing of the new Rolls-Royce F130 engines by the end of 2024 and make a Milestone B decision on the Commercial Engine Replacement Program by the summer. (Defense News)
IATA head Willie Walsh supports Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun in resolving the recent 737 MAX 9 safety crisis
Feb. 19, 2024 - Despite criticism from regulators and lawmakers, Walsh praised Boeing's response and downplaying potential impacts on orders or passenger preferences. Walsh notes ongoing supply chain disruptions in the aviation industry but sees improvement from last year. (Reuters)
Feb. 19, 2024 - Despite criticism from regulators and lawmakers, Walsh praised Boeing's response and downplaying potential impacts on orders or passenger preferences. Walsh notes ongoing supply chain disruptions in the aviation industry but sees improvement from last year. (Reuters)
