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NewsUS Army exploring replacement for Airbus UH-72 as helicopter trainer
The US Army is seeking proposals from industry to reduce costs and increase efficiency in training new rotary-wing aviation, including replacing the militarised Airbus Helicopters H145s currently used for initial flight certification.
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NewsIndustry group lays out self-oversight plan to address problem of unapproved engine parts
A GE Aerospace-led research group has released recommendations aimed at preventing unapproved engine components from entering the supply chain.
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NewsCarriers argue fatigue risk weighs against FAA’s order to modify 787 cockpit seats
US regulators are ordering Boeing 787 operators to modify cockpit seats to prevent possible serious injury to the captain in the event of rapid decompression, despite objections from several airlines citing fatigue risk. The US FAA has determined that, when the seat is reclined, the headrest lies in the path ...
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NewsUS airlines and Florida airports brace for the impact of Hurricane Milton
US airlines have added flights to evacuate residents and tourists from Florida ahead of the impending impact of Hurricane Milton, which is set to slam into the west coast of Florida later in the day.
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NewsBoeing withdraws contract offer to striking union after talks fail again
Boeing has withdrawn a pay offer to some 33,000 striking workers, after the latest round of negotiations again ended in stalemate.
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NewsBoeing delivered 33 jets last month despite machinists’ strike
Despite an ongoing machinists’ strike, Boeing managed to close September with a healthy number of aircraft deliveries for the month, saying it has been able to continue handing over some aircraft with help from non-striking employees.
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NewsRJ100 overran after crew landed without accurate runway surface information
Canadian investigators have revealed that runway surface condition information at Prince Rupert airport had not been updated before a BAE Systems Avro RJ100 overran during landing. The Summit Air aircraft, arriving from Nanaimo on 7 February, touched down on runway 31 after a satellite-based approach. But while the spoilers deployed ...
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NewsSeveral Florida airports to cease commercial operations ahead of Hurricane Milton
Several major airports in Florida are planning to shut down operations in preparation for Hurricane Milton, which has rapidly intensified into a potentially catastrophic storm as it approaches the state’s Gulf Coast.
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NewsTextron eAviation prepares Nexus eVTOL for 2025 flight-test campaign
Flight-testing with a prototype will be conducted at Salina Regional airport, following the completion of tethered flights with the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
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In depthCan the US Air Force actually make its disposable fighter jets at an affordable price?
The service is betting much of its future on developing and fielding large numbers of so-called “attritable” combat jets that cost a fraction of traditional fighter aircraft. But can that goal actually be achieved?
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NewsNTSB opens investigation into Frontier Airlines fire in Las Vegas
The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has opened an investigation into an incident in Las Vegas in which a Frontier Airlines Airbus A321 landed, apparently with its right main landing gear on fire.
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NewsUnited, BOC Aviation sign lease for three 737s, single 787-9
BOC Aviation has entered into a lease transaction with long-time customer United Airlines, covering four Boeing aircraft.
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NewsBoeing and union to resume contract talks on 7 October as strike pain spreads
Boeing and its machinists’ union will resume contract negotiations on 7 October, as workers and the company feel increasing pressure from a strike now exceeding three weeks.
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NewsLeidos to test launching cruise missiles from AC-130 gunships
The US defence technology firm is preparing to test its Black Arrow small cruise missile, designed to be an affordable long-range munition that can be launched from cargo aircraft.
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NewsCRJ200 excursion inquiry unable to determine reason behind landing-roll deviation
US investigators have been unable to determine the reason for a MHIRJ CRJ200’s veering to the right upon landing, resulting in a runway excursion at Dayton. But the inquiry says a “reliance primarily on differential braking” rather than opposite rudder, as the pilot attempted to arrest the turn, contributed to ...
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NewsNOAA orders two C-130Js for hurricane hunter fleet renewal
Lockheed Martin will produce two specially-configured C-130J tactical transports for use by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
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NewsSpirit Airlines’ struggles deepen amid reports of potential bankruptcy
Struggling Spirit Airlines has sharply reduced its October schedule and is cutting routes across its network amid reports that it is exploring a bankruptcy filing.
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NewsUS Navy affirms commitment to fielding sixth-generation fighter
While the US Air Force is walking back its commitment to developing a manned sixth-generation combat fighter, the navy’s top officer says her service remains committed to fielding a new aircraft under its F/A-XX programme.
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NewsUS Army placing ‘many bets’ on new uncrewed systems
The US Army is rolling out a diverse range of uncrewed aerial systems for combat units small and large, with the goal of testing the wide variety of platforms currently available.
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NewsThink tank Rand outlines niche eVTOL applications for USAF
The US Air Force could benefit from the use of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in niche applications, according to think tank Rand Corporation.