All Systems & interiors articles – Page 261
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Efficiency 3.0 at TechOps
Delta's focus on constraints is driving down engine overhaul turnaround times
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NewsBoeing, Embraer cool to re-engining prospects
In the face of the costly structural changes required to maximise the benefit of a new powerplant, Boeing and Embraer have cooled to the idea of re-engining their respective workhorse jetliners.
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Aer Arann chief: Carrier's business strategy is solid
Aer Arann chief Paul Schutz is aiming to maintain the carrier's fleet and headcount, insisting it needs financial rather than operational restructuring during its spell in creditor protection.
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Terrafugia prepares for low-rate production
US start-up manufacturer Terrafugia says it is "setting up for low-volume production" of its Transition car/light sport aircraft (LSA) as early as late 2011 in a new 1,765m2 (19,000ft2) facility in Woburn, Massachusetts.
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Competition regulator rejects Virgin Blue-ANZ Tasman pact
Australia's competition regulator is intending to reject the proposed tie-up between Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue on trans-Tasman services.
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NewsAirprox with 777 sparks London City procedure revision
London City Airport has revised its procedures following a serious airprox incident involving a Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-300ER and an executive jet which...
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NewsAir Berlin branches into entertainment industry
Air Berlin cites the high cost of in-flight entertainment licensing fees as one of the drivers behind its decision to team with German media company kick-media...
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IFE industry gets real about offering 3D movies on board aircraft
Three-dimensional movies are destined to be shown on board aircraft in the future. But in-flight entertainment players do not see a significant market for 3D in the near term.
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Virgin Blue eyes single brand with new livery
The Virgin Blue group is set to unveil a new livery, which is expected to unify the group's four carriers under one brand.
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Thai A340 cleared for departure after bomb hoax
A Thai Airways International Airbus A340-500 was released by US authorities yesterday after a security screening following a bomb hoax on the flight.
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Malaysia among airlines planning to offer iPads as IFE
Malaysia has revealed plans to introduce iPads to passengers within the next six months. The carrier, under the direction of senior general manager,...
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Row 44 gains fresh funds as it fits Southwest with broadband
Row 44, the in-flight connectivity provider that is fitting Ku-band satellite-based broadband systems to Southwest Airlines' entire fleet, has completed...
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Thai A340 lands safely at Los Angeles after bomb threat
US authorities are screening a Thai Airways International Airbus A340-500 at Los Angeles International Airport following a bomb threat on the flight.
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Australia releases request for tender for Antarctic charter services
The Australian Antarctic Division has released a request for tender for the provision of charter services between Australia and Antarctica.
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Daher-Socata's TBM turboprop gets multi-mission approval from EASA
Daher-Socata has won major change approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency for the intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) version of its multi-mission TBM single-engined turboprop.
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Regional revamp
US carriers are enhancing the cabins of their smaller aircraft to attract premium customers and keep them satisfied
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IFE special report
Airlines that throttled back on cabin product innovation and development in the economic downturn are now taking a sharp look at how to bolster in-flight services while also improving their bottom lines
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NewsGreat expectations
Long-haul carriers want to offer passengers a home theatre experience in flight. Are IFE&C stakeholders up to the challenge?
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iPad offers new choice for in-flight entertainment
TABLET COMPUTERS Will Horton Melbourne iPad offers new choice for in-flight entertainment APPLE'S iPad tablet has generated tremendous excitement...
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Opinion
Comment: Airframers aren't the only later arrivers
In-flight entertainment and connectivity vendors don't do well with deadlines. Like major airframers, they often agree to overly ambitious delivery schedules, only to end up missing the mark by many months or even years.