Air Transport Safety, Ops & Regulation
Apr 19, 2024
A Boeing engineer has come forward to challenge claims made by the OEM on the long-term safety of the 787, sparking a new round of scrutiny for the beleaguered manufacturer. Aviation Week editors break it all down.
Apr 19, 2024
Progress on 787 quality problems is challenged by whistleblower claims of long-term fleet safety risks.
Apr 18, 2024
An IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) audit can be daunting for smaller African carriers, because of the cost, skills and time needed to complete the process
Apr 17, 2024
The Air India-Vistara merger may gain key approval soon, but uncertainty surrounds Go First and Jet Airways.
Apr 15, 2024
Africa hasn’t met its Abuja Safety Targets, but real progress is being made.
Apr 19, 2024
A new FAA policy mandates longer minimum off-duty periods between air traffic controller shifts as soon as possible.
Apr 19, 2024
Ascend Airways intends to start operations imminently but finds its growth plans crimped by a lack of available aircraft in the marketplace.
Apr 19, 2024
The joint venture would involve the carriers deepening their partnership in multiple markets.
Apr 18, 2024
Archer Aviation has opened a new regulatory affairs office in Washington as it looks to ramp up lobbying efforts ahead of expected entry-into-service in 2025.
Apr 18, 2024
Boeing is working to validate recommendations for inspections on 787 forward pressure bulkheads to identify potential problems in the critical subassemblies.
Apr 18, 2024
China has wrapped up its first joint research meeting for the Comac C929 widebody aircraft project, following Russia's withdrawal from the project in 2023.
Apr 17, 2024
The airline has forged agreements with two lessors to lease 35 Airbus A321neos powered by CFM engines with deliveries expected in 2026 and 2027.
Apr 17, 2024
Boeing’s efforts to address widespread organizational safety problems were met with sharp criticism in two U.S. congressional hearings April 17.