Japan Airlines Will Introduce 42 New Planes from Airbus and Boeing. Accelerating International Network Growth With Advanced Fuel-Efficient Aircraft Japan Airlines (JAL) plans to renew its fleet b...
https://flightchic.com/2024/03/21/japan-airlines-orders-32-new-airbus-and-10-new-boeing-planes/
American Airlines announced orders for 260 new aircraft, including 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10, and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft. The orders also include options and purchase rights for a...
https://flightchic.com/2024/03/04/airbus-boeing-get-big-american-airlines-orders-for-new-planes/
Boeing and Avolon have announced that the Ireland-based lessor intends to purchase 40 additional 737-8 airplanes. Avolon had previously placed an order for 40 737-8s in June. This expanded order ...
https://flightchic.com/2023/12/12/avolon-orders-40-more-boeing-737-max-jets/
Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Oman Air have recently announced a significant development in their partnership. Based in Muscat, Oman Air has taken delivery of its first 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter...
https://flightchic.com/2023/11/14/oman-air-gets-first-737-800-converted-freighter/
Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Royal Air Maroc confirmed a repeat order for 787 Dreamliners at the Dubai Airshow. The popular North African carrier will expand its widebody fleet by ordering the state-of-...
https://flightchic.com/2023/11/13/dubai-airshow-royal-air-maroc-confirms-two-boeing-787-dreamliners/
Emirates placed a US$ 52 billion wide-body aircraft order at Dubai Airshow 2023. Emirates kicked off the Dubai Airshow 2023 with a substantial order for 95 additional Boeing wide-body aircraft. T...
https://flightchic.com/2023/11/13/emirates-expands-wide-body-fleet-with-52b-order-at-dubai-airshow/
Dubai Airshow 2023: Boeing will showcase innovations in sustainable aviation and its leading commercial, defense, and services portfolio. Boeing will showcase its impressive portfolio of commerci...
https://flightchic.com/2023/11/07/boeing-showcases-innovations-at-dubai-airshow-2023/
Boeing, NASA, United Airlines To Test SAF Benefits with Air-to-Air Flights To strengthen sustainability in aviation, Boeing is partnering with NASA and United Airlines for ecoDemonstrator in-fli...
https://flightchic.com/2023/10/13/boeing-nasa-united-ecodemonstrator-tests-of-saf-benefits/
Boeing expands its strategic investments in Brazil, including the opening of a new Engineering and Technology Center The post Boeing Opens Engineering and Technology Center in Brazil appeared ...
https://flightchic.com/2023/10/11/boeing-opens-engineering-and-technology-center-in-brazil/
Airbus and Boeing have both reported on their deliveries. Airbus takes the lead on single-aisle aircraft with 384 YTD deliveries (through the end of August) compared to Boeing's 286 single-aisle ...
https://flightchic.com/2023/10/10/airbus-and-boeing-aircraft-deliveries-stats-to-know/
This is a guest post on a topic that fascinates FlightChic by someone far more qualified to address it. Learn more About the Author. The post Why an AI Autopilot Won’t Be Replacing Human Pilo...
https://flightchic.com/2023/08/25/why-an-ai-autopilot-wont-be-replacing-human-pilots-soon/
Boeing acknowledged 12 exceptional global suppliers at its 2023 Supplier of the Year event. The post Boeing Recognizes 2023 Supplier of the Year Award Winners appeared first on FlightChic .
https://flightchic.com/2023/08/24/boeing-recognizes-2023-supplier-of-the-year-award-winners/
In a significant move to modernize its international fleet, Qantas has placed a firm order for 12 Airbus A350 and 12 Boeing 787 aircraft. This strategic decision replaces the current A330 and A...
Boeing has transported an MD-90 airplane to the designated location for modifications as part of an experiment for the Transonic Truss-Braced Wing (TTBW) configuration, a project under NASA's Su...
https://flightchic.com/2023/08/18/boeing-nasas-x-66a-aircraft-heads-for-mods/
This week, aircraft lessors Avolon published their Q2 2023 update, including one key accomplishment in the second quarter: the publication of their World Fleet Forecast (2023-2042). Let's take ...
https://flightchic.com/2023/07/07/avolon-20-year-world-fleet-forecast/
A new initiative successfully managed flights across countries by predicting aircraft trajectories. The Federal Aviation Administration’s live flight demo included situations and flights betwee...
https://flightchic.com/2023/07/01/faa-tbo-program-advances-aviation-sustainability/
Jump to Just the Facts New York-Bound: Qantas Unveils Latest Aircraft Get ready, New York! Qantas is making a grand comeback with its first flight since 2020, boasting a shiny new fleet of Boei...
Aircraft Interiors News from Paris Air Show: Vietjet partners with Safran Seats to install up to 24,000 advanced Z200 economy class seats across their Boeing 737 MAX fleet. This collaboration aim...
Lufthansa first announced a new business class coming in 2017, sharing renderings which now return a 404 page error on their website. I would hazard a bet that these plans have been scrapped. T...
https://flightchic.com/2022/08/30/what-to-expect-inside-as-lufthansa-receives-first-787-dreamliner/
AerCap Holdings N.V. today announced it has signed lease agreements with Air Europa Líneas Aéreas S.A.U. for the long-term lease of five Boeing 787-9 aircraft and ten Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft....
The Puget Sound Business Journal says Boeing will convene its interiors suppliers in Seattle for contracts renegotiation which could re-shape the aircraft interiors supply chain. The post Boein...
https://flightchic.com/2018/10/06/boeings-plan-to-fix-aircraft-interiors-stress-suppliers-some-more/
There was progress for women in aerospace this week with Boeing’s announcement that Caroline Kennedy was elected to join the Board of Directors. Kennedy, 59, served as U.S. Ambassador to Japan ...
https://flightchic.com/2017/08/12/caroline-kennedy-elected-to-boeing-board-of-directors/
Boeing has purchased Pittsburg-based C360 Technologies which specializes in high-density video and distribution, including applications for live and on-demand augmented/virtual reality on multipl...
https://flightchic.com/2017/08/06/boeing-invests-in-video-and-augmented-reality-tech/
Boeing has announced big strides towards a future full of smart planes, from new analytics capabilities to its own exploration of advanced artificial intelligence for autopilot systems. But plane...
https://flightchic.com/2017/06/21/pas17-expect-smarter-planes-dont-expect-fly/
Boeing celebrates a successful first day at the Paris Air Show with a dedicated video summary. In all, Boeing made 288 total orders & announcements from 12 customers. The aircraft manufacturer s...
https://flightchic.com/2017/06/19/pas17-boeing-celebrates-big-first-day-paris/
The first big order announcements from the 52nd Paris Air Show are coming in, with Airbus and Boeing each having something to smile about from GECAS. GECAS (GE Captial Aviation Services) has plac...
https://flightchic.com/2017/06/19/pas17-gecas-shows-love-airbus-boeing/
Boeing and Ryanair are celebrating delivery of the airline’s 450th next-generation 737-800 aircraft. The Irish low-cost carrier is the largest all-Boeing operator in Europe. The post Ryanair ...
https://flightchic.com/2017/03/21/ryanair-and-boeing-mark-450th-737-800-delivery/
As part of its 80th anniversary campaign, Air Canada has revealed new uniforms tested and improved by employees. The post Air Canada Reveals New Uniforms Fully Tested by Staff Over One Year Per...
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is warning against protectionist tactics as demand for air travel increases over the next two decades. The post IATA Warns Against Protectioni...
For any wondering whether demand for new aircraft is slowing down, Airbus and Boeing have a clear answer: no. Each of the two aircraft manufacturers released their projections for aircraft at Fa...
https://flightchic.com/2016/07/13/yes-we-need-twice-as-many-planes-but-will-size-matter/
Recaro has big wins in Asia at Aircraft Interiors Expo, Air China and Singapore Airlines. The post Recaro Coup in Asia Includes Air China, Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines appeared first...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognised Boeing for its conservation efforts and energy efficiency as it works towards zero emissions. The award recognises that, during 201...
https://flightchic.com/2016/03/29/epa-recognises-boeing-efforts-for-conservation/
Airlines launch new long-haul routes and set new records, on the same week that NASA announces new low-boom Supersonic aircraft project. So which way are we headed around the world? The long an...
https://flightchic.com/2016/03/05/long-haul-luxury-or-supersonic-thrill-which-would-you-choose/
Boeing has submitted a new super-hygienic “Clean Cabin-Fresh Lavatory” concept to the Crystal Cabin Awards, which ticks all the boxes on passenger comfort and cabin health. The lavatory combi...
https://flightchic.com/2016/03/04/this-is-the-space-age-aircraft-lavatory-you-are-looking-for/
Boeing has released two videos to commemorate its 100th Birthday. The first, simply named 'Thank You' is a look back at the last 100 years of the company's history against the backdrop of America...
https://flightchic.com/2016/01/18/boeing-celebrates-100-years-and-100-more-to-come/
Boeing gives us a breathtaking look at the future of cabin environments, moving beyond mood lighting to high-definition animations that bring the cabin to life. Endless options for blue sk...
https://flightchic.com/2016/01/05/boeing-lights-up-the-skies-with-hd-future-vision/
Boeing and Canada’s aviation industry plan to turn leftover branches, sawdust and other forest-industry waste into jet fuel. A consortium that includes Boeing, Air Canada, WestJet, Bombardier, ...
"This special Dreamliner has drawn the attention of millions around the world and we congratulate ANA on this galactic achievement," Boeing said in the announcement. Here are the details: Whe...
"The amazing, glider-like wings of the 777X take carbon composites to a new level. Longer and more efficient, these revolutionary wings will change how we fly."--Boeing The post The Bird is the...
https://flightchic.com/2015/08/28/boeing-explains-777x-composite-wing/
European Low-Cost Carrier, Transavia Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Air France/KLM Group, has announced an order for 17 Next-Generation 737-800s including options for three additional ...
https://flightchic.com/2015/02/12/transavia-announces-orders-for-up-to-20-boeing-nextgen-737-800s/
Boeing has delivered its first 787-9 Dreamliner to Etihad Airways sporting the new “Facets of Abu Dhabi” livery, part of the airline’s new “Reimagined” branding campaign, and revealed ...
https://flightchic.com/2014/12/31/etihad-airways-receives-its-first-boeing-787-9-dreamliner/
With winter advancing on the state of Washington, bringing colder temperatures and shorter days, Boeing reports that its 737 manufacturing facility is now powered by 100% renewable energy. The ...
https://flightchic.com/2014/12/18/boeing-renton-now-powered-by-100-renewable-energy/
Jetlines, the new Canadian Ultra-Low Cost airline, headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, has announced an order for five 737 MAX 7s which will form the basis for its future fleet. The ord...
AeroInside reports that a Norwegian Air Shuttle B737-800 endured bird strikes to both engines on Wednesday, during a flight from Copenhagen to Aalborg in North Jutland (Denmark), and went on to m...
https://flightchic.com/2014/11/15/norwegian-air-shuttle-survives-bird-strike-at-aalborg/
Boeing and SMBC Aviation Capital have announced an order for 80 737 MAXs, the largest single 737 MAX order from a leasing company that Boeing has received to date, valued at $8.5 billion at list ...
Boeing has announced an order from Monarch Airlines for 30 737 MAX 8s, an order worth more than $3.2 billion at list prices. This order is part of the airlines fleet replacement, moving to an a...
https://flightchic.com/2014/11/03/monarch-airlines-orders-30-737-max-8s/
One of the special treats of working in Aviation is getting behind-the-scenes shop-floor tours. Now Boeing gives the world a private tour as it shares the processes behind building the new 737 ...
https://flightchic.com/2014/10/14/your-private-tour-of-the-737-max-production-shop-floor/
Boeing has completed environmental and performance qualification testing on the aircraft satellite communications low-profile phased array antenna system it is developing for multipurpose satelli...
Airbus predicts that commercial aviation will need 31,000 new aircraft with 100-seat or greater capacity, a market worth $4.6 Trillion over the next twenty years. It attributes this demand to gro...
https://flightchic.com/2014/09/25/market-forecast-2033-airbus-versus-boeing/
Boeing has announced that it will partner with Danish company Sky-Watch to develop a new type of "smart" Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), in a project supported by the Danish National Advanced Tech...
https://flightchic.com/2014/09/22/boeing-to-assist-sky-watch-in-developing-new-danish-smart-drone/