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Aviation industry to add 45,900 aircraft worth $3.3 trillion over the next 20 years
Cirium, the world’s most trusted source of aviation analytics, has published its annual Fleet Forecast, revealing the future outlook of the global commercial passenger and freighter aircraft market. The independent forecast, now in its twelfth year, reveals that 45,900 aircraft are predicted to be delivered globally over the next 20 years, equating to a total value of $3.3 trillion USD, as airlines continue to invest in newer and more sustainable aircraft.
Airbus demonstrates A330neo performance during high-altitude test campaign
Airbus’ A330-900 flight-test aircraft – MSN1795 / F-WTTN – recently flew to Toluca in Mexico, and then to La Paz in Bolivia. There it conducted a fortnight long ‘Hot and High’ flight test campaign to prove aircraft and engine performance in high-altitude, warm and humid airport environments.
Small Changes to Aircraft Routings Could Reduce Environmental Impact
In one of the largest international studies of its kind, 4AIR, the aviation sustainability solution leader, has found that small altitude adjustments on business aviation flights could have a substantial impact on reducing their contrail impact on the environment without CO2 trade-offs.
Aether – a First for UK Aviation Is Announced
aether is an innovative new development exclusively located at Manchester Airport, delivering a UK first as the Private Terminal, accessible to all airline passengers aether has re-imagined the airport journey with a seamless and elevated experience, usually reserved for first and business class; it’s now open to everyone as a purchasable service for all passengers
Aviation experts at Arabian Travel Market highlight the pivotal role of innovation as regional passe
As passenger numbers in the Middle East are predicted to reach 429 million this year, representing a 5.4% increase on 2019 figures, a panel of aviation experts convened at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) yesterday to discuss how the market is changing, outlining their predictions for the future of air travel. The session, ‘Looking Skyward for Innovation: How Technology is Disrupting Aviation’, was moderated by travel expert Mark Frary and included panellists from Cirium, IATA, AviationXLab, and Riyadh Air.
Korean Air finalises order for 33 A350s
Korean Air has become a new customer for the A350 Family following the signature of a firm order with Airbus for 33 aircraft. The order covers 27 A350-1000s and six A350-900s.
UAE Launches “Air-CRAFT” Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Technologies
The consortium, Air-CRAFT, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, and comprises eight founding entities: ADNOC, Boeing, Emirates, ENOC Group, Etihad, Honeywell, Khalifa University, Masdar
Boom Supersonic Announces New Aircraft, Engine, and Investment Milestones
Boom Supersonic, the company building the world’s fastest airliner, announced multiple milestones across the Overture airliner, Symphony engine, and XB-1 supersonic demonstrator programs.
Boeing: Middle East fleet to more than double by 2042
Boeing forecasts widebody airplanes will comprise 45% of deliveries to Middle East airlines over the next 20 years ─ the highest percentage of the 10 global regions featured in Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) forecast.
Ampaire Makes Aviation History with First Hybrid Electric Flight into Silicon Valley
Ampaire Inc., a leader in electric aviation technology, has achieved a historic milestone and unprecedented leap toward sustainable aviation, as CEO Kevin Noertker flew in the company’s flagship aircraft on the first-ever hybrid electric flight into Palo Alto Airport, to meet with investors in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Qatar Airways to Showcase State-of-the-Art Aircraft at Dubai Airshow 2023
Qatar Airways is gearing up to make a significant presence at the upcoming Dubai Airshow 2023, scheduled from November 13 to 17, 2023, at Dubai World Centre. The airline plans to reaffirm its position as a global aviation pioneer by presenting its cutting-edge aircraft, including the Boeing B787-9, Airbus A350-1000, and Gulfstream G650ER.
Dubai Airshow 2023: Boeing to showcase innovations in sustainable aviation
Boeing will show its market-leading commercial, defense and services portfolio at the 2023 Dubai Airshow, with its new wide body 777-9 jet appearing in the flying display. The company also will demonstrate the state-of-the-art F-15QA (Qatar Advanced) fighter, the first time the digitally advanced Qatar Emiri Air Force F-15 has performed at an air show.