Passengers flying across the Pacific Ocean are set for a major upgrade in inflight connectivity performance. Panasonic Avionics and Eutelsat announced this week that Eutelsat 172b is now in service, delivering a massive increase in…
S7 seeks smaller Sukhoi SuperJet
Can the 75 seat jet market prove more successful than the 100 seat market for Russian manufacturer Sukhoi? The company announced a Letter of Intent from S7 Group, parent of S7 airlines, to purchase 50…
Engine selection “core” to Boom Supersonic’s success
What engine will power the next commercial supersonic jetliner? For Boom Supersonic it is all about finding the right core. CEO Blake Scholl spoke recently at the joint Wings Club/IATA Aviation Day USA event, sharing…
Airbus launches A321LR test flight program
Airbus launched the A321LR this morning in Hamburg. The 2 hour 36 minute test flight kicks off a 100+ hour test program for the new subtype. The company expects that certifications will be issued in…