Airbus ProSky will implement advanced navigation procedures for Drukair’s operations

Under an agreement signed with the Airbus ProSky subsidiary, Drukair Royal Bhutan Airlines will utilise Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP AR) procedures throughout its network, starting with Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Drukair – the Kingdom of Bhutan’s national carrier – will improve the overall safety and efficiency of its operations with these techniques, which … Dowiedz się więcej

Fabryka Airbusa w Mobile rośnie w oczach

Po ukończeniu prac ziemnych rozpoczęło się wznoszenie elementów pionowych Brookley Aeroplex – kompleksu przeznaczonego do budowy samolotów z rodziny Airbus A320. Podniesiono już pierwsze stalowe kolumny o wysokości 100 stóp, które będą stanowić szkielet całego budynku. Fabryka w Mobile ma ruszyć w 2015 roku, a pierwsze samooty mają być dostarcozne już w roku 2016. Airbus … Dowiedz się więcej

Spreading its wings: Specially configured Airbus A321s to debut on transcontinental routes for American Airlines

These Sharklet-equipped A321ceo (current engine option) jetliners – of which Airbus is scheduled to provide the first version to American Airlines later this year – are specially tailored for the carrier’s transcontinental flights across the United States. In addition to the upgraded seat offerings in first and business class, passengers throughout the cabin will experience … Dowiedz się więcej

The A320neo product line’s LEAP-1A powerplant begins its certification phase

n a major milestone for Airbus’ A320neo (new engine option) family jetliners, CFM International conducted the first run of its LEAP-1A turbofan at GE’s Peebles, Ohio outdoor test facility – kicking off an extensive certification programme. During these initial evaluations, the engine – which is a new choice offered for the A320neo, along with Pratt … Dowiedz się więcej

Airbus and China extend cooperation on safety into the future

Airbus and the Chinese Civil Aviation Authority (CAAC) have agreed to continue their cooperation in the field of aviation safety for another five years. The new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by Airbus and CAAC states that both partners will continue to work together on safety challenges, especially those arising from the rapid development of … Dowiedz się więcej