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ETOPS extension for Embraer E2s
Embraer has secured 120-minute extended-range twin-engine operations (ETOPS) approval for its E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets.
‘Baby Boom’ takes flight
Boom Supersonic, the company attempting to build the world’s fastest airliner, successfully flew its technology demonstrator, the XB-1, for the first time on March 22
How Airbus completely transformed the A220: the inside story
The aviation world witnessed a significant shift in 2018 when Airbus acquired a majority stake in the Bombardier C Series programme, subsequently rebranding it as the A220. Thomas Haynes speaks to Rob Dewar, Airbus Canada’s senior vice president of A220 customer satisfaction, services and product policy about the transformation of the aircraft and its prospects
“It was a bet the company type decision”: The inside story of Bombardier’s big C Series gamble
The Bombardier C Series, now known as the Airbus A220, reached a significant milestone this month, marking ten years since its inaugural flight. In this exclusive interview, Thomas Haynes delves into the aircraft's history and development with Rob Dewar, a pivotal figure in its creation and Airbus Canada’s senior vice president of A220 customer satisfaction, services and product policy.
Britten-Norman to repatriate production to the Isle of Wight
UK aircraft manufacturer Britten-Norman has announced plans to repatriate aircraft production to its historic home in Bembridge on the Isle of Wight.
Why did the Mitsubishi SpaceJet fail?
With prototypes flying and firm orders in place, why did Mitsubishi axe its regional jet programme? Mark Broadbent details the turbulent times which led to the cancellation of the SpaceJet project.
Carden-Baynes Bee: the complete story
As it turned out, a pusher twin using modified car engines, with its undercarriage almost entirely within the fuselage and a wing that rotated for storage, wasn’t a viable light aeroplane — but there was method in the Baynes Bee’s apparent madness
FACE TO FACE: Claudio Camelier of Heart Aerospace
Heart Aerospace’s Claudio Camelier updates AIR International on the regional electric aircraft developer’s work
Digital twinning - how can it help aerospace?
What does the digital twin have to offer aerospace manufacturers and their customers? Mark Broadbent finds out