50 Terms Every Aviation Enthusiast Should Know
WEBJan 23, 2023 · Thrust- The forward force acting upon an aircraft. Created by jet turbine engines or propellers. Weight- The downward motion acting upon an aircraft. Wing- The surface of the aircraft extending out from the fuselage. Used to create lift as well as house the ailerons and flaps. Yaw- The left/right motion of the nose.
This Is the World's Fastest Passenger Jet - Airways
WEBMay 26, 2022. DALLAS - Earlier this week, Bombardier unveiled its masterpiece, the fastest passenger jet since Concorde. During its test runs, the new Global 8000 aircraft passed the sound barrier. So to speak, with the likes of Boom Supersonic in the commercial arena, the race to resume supersonic or near-supersonic flight seems to be back.
Why Are Advanced Materials the Future of Aerospace Design?
WEB23/8/23. DALLAS — The 1903 Wright Flyer bore a wooden frame and muslin fabric wings. While these materials served the world’s first airplane well, modern aircraft need something a little more reliable. Today, high-strength composites and alloys of titanium, aluminum, and steel are some of the most common materials used in aerospace design.
Understated Elegance: Inside Etihad’s New Airbus A350-1000 …
WEBJuly 5, 2022. NEW YORK - Last week, Etihad’s (EY) Airbus A350-1000 made its inaugural flight to New York (JFK). Take a look at how the airline is implementing its latest inflight products into the A350 experience. The airline’s first A350 debuted on a showcase flight to Paris (CDG) in March and has been operating medium-haul flights to ...
A Brief History of Airline Consolidation in the United States
WEBFebruary 6, 2024. DALLAS — While some think that the appeal from Spirit Airlines (NK) and JetBlue Airways (B6) against the blockage of their proposed merger is dead in the water, questions arise regarding the current state of airline consolidation in the United States. Three acquisitions have shaped the aviation industry in the United States.
Airbus Updates 20-Year Delivery Forecast - Airways
WEB14/6/23. DALLAS - Airbus SE has raised its 20-year forecast for new aircraft deliveries. By 2042, the European plane maker estimates that the global fleet will stand at 46,560 airliners, an increase from the 39,490 discussed in its previous forecast last year. In total, it forecasts demand for 40,850 new aircraft deliveries.
Is The Industry Serious About Pilot's Mental Health?
WEBIn it, I expressed profound concern that the airline industry was at risk of failing to effect meaningful change in handling mental health challenges among pilots. Sadly, my fears were realized. Incidents and accidents that can be attributed to degraded mental health are, thankfully, very rare. However, I believe such rarity is due to favorable ...
Airways Top 10 Largest Passenger Aircraft
WEBSep 3, 2023 · American Airlines (AA) and NH are the two largest operators of Boeing 787s. The Boeing 787-8 can carry 381 passengers; the Boeing 787-9 can carry 420 passengers; and the longest variant, the Boeing 787-10, can carry 440 passengers. Turkish Airlines TC-JOL Airbus A330-300 | Photo: Alberto Cucini/Airways. 6.
Boeing Announces Q1 2023 Financial Results - Airways
WEBApr 26, 2023 · DALLAS - Boeing has announced its first quarter (Q1) 2023 financial results and revealed plans to increase the output of 737 MAX family airliners from 31 per month to 38 later this year. Increased demand, a strong order book and recent deliveries have narrowed the manufacturer's net loss to US$425m, down from a US$1.24bn loss last year.
Interview: Oliver Wyman on the Looming Pilot Shortage
WEBApr 29, 2023 · The FAA estimates a current shortfall of 8,000 pilots, and aviation consulting firm Oliver Wyman estimates the U.S. pilot shortfall may reach as high as 30,000 globally by 2025. According to Oliver Wyman, recent forecasting indicates that the global pilot shortage is "here to stay for the next decade and starting to emerge in regions that have ...