Monthly Archives: July 2024

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    Jul 24
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Korean Air commits to 50 Boeing widebodies

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On the first day of the Farnborough Airshow, Korean Air signed a letter of intent (LoI) to purchase 50 Boeing wide-body airlines including the Boeing 777-9 (777X).

The deal will see Korean Air expand its fleet to meet market demand on its European and North American routes with 20 Boeing 777-9s, 20 Boeing 787-10s and the option for 10 more 787s.

“The addition of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 aircraft marks a significant milestone in our strategic objective to expand and upgrade our fleet,” said Walter Cho, Chairman and CEO of Korean Air. “This investment underscores our commitment to providing a best-in-class flying experience. These new airplanes will elevate passenger comfort and enhance operational efficiency, while significantly reducing carbon emissions, supporting our long-term commitment to sustainable aviation.”

In a two-class configuration, the Boeing 777-9 can carry up to 426 passengers with a range of 7,285nm making it ideal for the ultra-long-haul market from Asia. The 787-10, the largest Dreamliner variant, can carry up to 336 passengers with a range of 6,330nm.

“We are honored Korean Air has selected our largest, most efficient widebody airplanes to add capacity to its global network,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “Boeing airplanes have played an integral role with Korean Air over the past 50 years, and the 777X and 787 Dreamliner will continue to support the airline’s long-term goals for sustainability and continued growth.”

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    Jul 24
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Japan Airlines orders 31 aircraft from Airbus

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Japan Airlines has placed an order with Airbus for 31 airliners in a deal announced at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024. The deal is made up of 20 wide-body Airbus A350-900 and 11 single-aisle A321neo airliners.

The A350s will join Japan Airlines’ international network while the A321s will serve Japan’s busy domestic market.

Executive Officer and Senior Vice President Procurement of Japan Airlines Yukio Nakagawa said: “We are delighted to have signed the firm order for the introduction of additional A350s and new A321s. We will accelerate the introduction of the state-of-the-art and fuel-efficient aircraft to provide our passengers with excellent service and to reduce CO₂ emissions. We believe that this additional introduction of Airbus aircraft will further deepen our partnership.”

Chief Executive Officer of the Commercial Aircraft business, Airbus, Christian Scherer added: “We thank Japan Airlines for placing its confidence once again in the A350. In addition, we celebrate a new milestone in our partnership with the airline following its order for the A321neo. We are committed to providing our full support to Japan Airlines as its growing fleet is deployed on more routes across its network, both domestically and internationally.”

Both the A350 and A320 family aircraft have proved popular in Asia thanks to the increases in efficiency they bring. The A350 in particular is the world’s most modern and efficient widebody aircraft and the long-range leader in the 300-410 seater category and its all-new design includes state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics delivering unmatched standards of efficiency and comfort.

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    Jul 24
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Boeing scores big on day one of Farnborough International Airshow 2024

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Boeing has come out as the big winner on Day one of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 with multiple orders being announced.

As previously reported, National Airlines and Korean Air placed orders for 777 freighters and wide-body airliners respectively early in the day but this was followed a raft of orders from other airlines.

Luxembourg-based carrier Luxair placed an order for four Boeing 737 Max jets choosing the largest Max 10 models for its fleet expansion.

“The purchase of the 737-10 is another step towards Luxair positioning for its future with the investment in the latest airplane technology that will support Luxair’s growth plans and the decarbonization of our fleet. There is high commonality between the 737 MAX models, and this allows for significant operational savings for the airline,” said Gilles Feith, Luxair CEO.

This was followed shortly after by an order for 20 more Boeing 787 Dreamliners for Japan Airlines as part of their fleet modernisation programme. The airline has selected the mid-sized -9 model representing the balance between range and efficiency.

“We are delighted to announce the addition of 787 Dreamliners to our fleet. This order underscores our commitment to accelerating the introduction of the modern and more fuel-efficient aircraft to deliver unparalleled service to our customers and further reduce CO₂ emissions. We greatly appreciate the strong relationship and support from Boeing, which has been instrumental in our efforts to modernize our fleet and expand our international routes,” said Yukio Nakagawa, JAL Executive Officer of Procurement.

Boeing also announced a new licensing deal with Lufthansa Technik for cabin modifications on Boeing 787 Dreamliners as an MRO provider expanding on previous agreements.

“We are pleased to bring additional interior modification capacity to 787 owners and operators by designating Lufthansa Technik as a Boeing Licensed Service Center. Through this novel collaboration, customers will benefit from Lufthansa Technik’s decades of MRO experience, and familiarity with the 787 platform,” said Doug Backhus, vice president of Boeing Cabins, Modifications and Maintenance.

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    Jul 24
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Airbus H160 Debuts in U.S. with PHI Aviation

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Marignane – Airbus has delivered the first H160 in the U.S. to PHI, marking the beginning of H160 operations in the country. This is the first of the initial four H160 helicopters that PHI will operate for offshore transportation in the Gulf of Mexico.

Prior to beginning commercial operations, the helicopter will be used in a route-proving programme designed to demonstrate the H160’s capabilities in the demanding offshore environment. This will help facilitate a smooth entry into service, ensuring the operator and final customer are familiar with the aircraft’s advanced technology and safety features.

“This is an exciting milestone for our teams and partners,” said Scott McCarty, CEO of PHI Group. “The H160 represents a new era for PHI, enhancing our commitment to safety, quality and efficiency for our operations in the Gulf of Mexico. We are proud to officially welcome this next-generation aircraft into our fleet as we kick off route-proving. Congratulations to everyone who helped make this achievement possible!”

“With its state-of-the-art technology, the H160 has set a new standard in the helicopter industry and we are pleased U.S. customers will now benefit from the aircraft’s superior performance,” said Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters. “The H160’s lower fuel consumption, its ability to use up to 50% blended SAF, comfortable cabin, and excellent cockpit visibility make it ideally suited for offshore operations, and we are confident that it will excel in PHI’s energy missions.”

The H160 has proven to be a popular choice for customers in North America and the first Canadian delivery of the helicopter type was made recently to Chartright Air Group. The H160 has entered into service in Brazil, Japan, Saudi Arabia, France, and many other European countries.

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    Jul 24
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The FAA Is Open To Using AI To Improve Aviation Safety

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has requested information to look into advanced analytics through artificial intelligence capabilities to improve overall aviation safety and meet the FAA’s requirements for understanding factors for safety events in the National Airspace System (NAS). Market research will identify the existing capabilities and areas for growth in aviation safety and obtain industry feedback.

Further information from this period will gauge market interest, the industry’s ability, and the level of customization needed to deploy the AI capabilities into FAA infrastructuCurrentlyesent, the FAA has several capabilities within the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing (ASIAS) system. These capabilities work with several connected and disconnected systems. They are utilized for information analysis and cross-sharing of information with multiple stakeholders.

Expanding insights

The FAA presumes a new safety AI system will expand the insights from its current sources and use the data to provide a comprehensive understanding of the factors that lead to high-risk operations and to which environment. The end product will be a custom-built analytics tool that can be widely used by direct and indirect stakeholders who work within or for the aviation industry.

Goals for the FAA have been outlined, as per SAM.GOV, which identified these key points:

  • Enhance predictive analytics capabilities to identify and mitigate potential safety risks proactively.
  • Leverage AI and machine learning to analyze safety data and derive actionable insights.
  • Integrate various data sources to provide a comprehensive view of aviation safety factors.
  • Improve the overall safety of the NAS through advanced analytics and rapid response to identified risks.

AI will face several safety and security constraints and challenges for its integration, including data sensitivity, data variety, time, and overall integration process. So, as part of this process, the FAA has asked for interested vendors to commit to their overall capability, current solutions and how they can be integrated, required changes to their solutions, and ability to leverage the shelf software to satisfy the FAA’s need, and how they can manage sensitive data (among several other requirements).

Interested vendors will be required to submit their applications in writing, and those chosen to proceed to the next stage may be requested to have one-on-one discussions with the FAA.

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