


Supply Chains – Airbus, Boeing Expect More Problems
Both Airbus and Boeing believe that they will need more time before their elaborate supply chains solve their staffing and other key problems. “It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future”, said Yogi Berra. It’s a saying with many applications, and...
Boeing Considering 7J7-Like Open Rotor Mid-Size Aircraft!
Boeing could use CFM’s “very interesting” RISE open rotor engine in its next new aircraft. But its choice could depend on timing, and… cargo! We recently took a quick look at Boeing’s old 7J7 project. There is a lot to be said about that concept aircraft, but we...
Boeing: No New Aircraft Launch In The Next Two Years!
Despite an obvious hole in its aircraft lineup, the CEO of Boeing stated that the manufacturer won’t launch anything new in the next two years. It is now well over two years since Boeing cancelled its New Midsize Airplane (NMA) project. This would have been a...
INCIDENT: Icelandair 737 MAX Tail Strike On Takeoff!
An Icelandair 737 MAX had an eventful takeoff, hitting its tail on the runway during rotation. And it turns out, someone caught it on video! This incident took place on the 26th of February this year. It involved flight FI-681, departing Keflavik International Airport...