Airbus announces the next generation of the A330 with the A330neo-800 and -900, with new Rolls Royce engines that will increase fuel mileage by 14% compared to the current configuration. Seating will increase from 246 to 252 passengers on the -800 and from 300 to 310 passengers on the -900. On the outside, the addition of composite winglets and longer wing span by almost 4 … [Read more...] about Farnborough Airshow Highlights July 14th, 2014
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SR Technics semi-flexible, four-zone cabin design
SR Technics is launching a semi-flexible, four-zone cabin design for Airbus and Boeing narrowbody jets that it says will shave 30% off the typical time for a cabin installation by dumping many of the “habits” of the large-business jet completion industry. The packages to be launched at EBACE, Geneve, comprises a large entrance area, walk-through galley, lounge and VIP … [Read more...] about SR Technics semi-flexible, four-zone cabin design
Airbus to ditch Lithium-Ion batteries in A350
Airbus have begun to inform airlines that have ordered the new A350 that the new plane will have Nickel-Cadmium batteries; rather than lithium-ion batteries that have troubled Boeing 787 Dreamliner it informed CNBC on Thursday. Airbus said the move is based entirely on reducing uncertainty in the program schedule - not due to any safety concerns. Airbus will continue … [Read more...] about Airbus to ditch Lithium-Ion batteries in A350
Airbus starts final assembly of first A350 XWB
Airbus A350 XWB – The first A350 XWB has begun final assembly at Airbus, Toulouse, France. A brand-new assembly line has been constructed for production of this state-of-the-art aircraft, which represents a new family of mid-size wide body airliners for Airbus. The Airbus A350 XWB is a highly efficient aircraft which is the result of the latest in aerodynamics, design and … [Read more...] about Airbus starts final assembly of first A350 XWB
Airbus makes its 1st corporate jet sale in Japan
Airbus has sold its first corporate jet into Japan to a new private customer. This is an important step for the Airbus Corporate Jet business as it aims to build sales in the growing Asia Pacific region. The Aircraft sold is an Airbus ACJ318. Due to the internal space provided on-board the ACJ318 it provides its owner and passengers improved comfort and freedom of … [Read more...] about Airbus makes its 1st corporate jet sale in Japan