EDRS launch in short

The first laser node of the European Data Relay System was launched from Baikonur, Kazakhstan atop a Proton rocket on 29 January at 22:20 GMT. Dubbed the ‘SpaceDataHighway’, EDRS will uniquely provide near-realtime Big Data relay services using cutting-edge laser technology. It will dramatically improve access to time-critical data, aiding disaster response by emergency services … Dowiedz się więcej

Boeing 737 MAX takes first flight with new large-format flight displays from Rockwell Collins

The Boeing 737 MAX took its first flight today in Renton, Wash., making it the latest next-generation Boeing aircraft to fly with Rockwell Collins’ advanced large-format flight displays. More than 3,000 737 MAX aircraft are on order with the first delivery expected in 2017. The new 737 MAX flight deck includes four configurable 15.1-inch landscape … Dowiedz się więcej

Boeing Completes Successful 737 MAX First Flight

The Boeing [NYSE: BA] 737 MAX 8 took to the skies for the first time today. The 737 MAX program achieved the milestone on schedule which begins a comprehensive flight-test program leading to certification and delivery. With the latest technology LEAP-1B engines from CFM International and Boeing-designed Advanced Technology winglets, the first member of the … Dowiedz się więcej

Rockwell Collins announces its second affordable open architecture software product at the US Army Aviation FACE™ Technical Interchange

Rockwell Collins is showcasing advanced software applications at the US Army Aviation Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) Technical Interchange Meeting (TIM). The company is exhibiting at booth #6 on Feb. 2, 2016, in the Von Braun Civic Center South Hall. New software capabilities on display include the first Required Navigation Performance Area Navigation (RNP RNAV) … Dowiedz się więcej

Boeing, SWISS Celebrate Delivery of Airline’s First 777-300ER

Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) are celebrating the delivery of the airline’s first 777-300ER (Extended Range). The latest addition to SWISS’ fleet touched down in Zurich today following a non-stop 4,545 nautical miles (8,418 kilometers) delivery flight from Boeing’s Everett Delivery Center in Everett, WA. „The delivery of our first flagship … Dowiedz się więcej

Ryanair reports Q3 profit

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite airline, today (Feb 1) announced Q3 profits of €103m, a 110% increase on prior year.  Traffic grew 20% to 25m as ave. fares fell 1% to €40 (load factors rose 5% points to 93%) while unit costs fell by 5% (ex-fuel down 1%). Q3 Results (IFRS) Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2015 … Dowiedz się więcej