News from FlightGlobal – Page 1634
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Weight lifters
The cargo market for Boeing models is accelerating, with increased levels of business for both new-build and converted aircraft
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NewsBoeing studies 787 double-stretch
Boeing is studying new stretch and heavier-weight versions of the 787 in an effort to secure key strategic customers, as it evaluates ways to dramatically ramp up the twinjet’s planned production rate.
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US Airways free to expand 90-seat or under fleet
America West Airlines and US Airways could contract regional affiliates to fly additional Bombardier CRJ900s or other similarly sized regional jets with under 90 seats following the completion of their merger.
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China Eastern Wuhan inks deal for Harbin Embraer ERJ-145s
Chinese joint venture company Harbin Embraer has secured a deal with China Eastern Wuhan Airlines for five locally built ERJ-145s.
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Northwest could drop 80 mainline aircraft
Northwest Airlines could drop as many as 115 aircraft from mainline and feeder its fleet, including the entire complement of Avro RJ85As currently operated by Mesaba Airlines.
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Malaysia wants 'open-skies' deal with Australia
Malaysia is to seek an ‘open-skies’ air services agreement with Australia to give national carrier Malaysia Airlines (MAS) unlimited rights to serve the country