Airbus Maintains Lead with 766 Jet Deliveries in 2024
In a year marked by significant challenges in the aerospace industry, Airbus has once again secured its position as the world’s leading aircraft manufacturer by delivering 766 commercial jets in…
Stowaway Evades Detection by Moving Between Toilets on Delta Flight
On November 26, 2024, an unprecedented stowaway incident unfolded on Delta Air Lines flight DL264 from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport…
ATR Halts New Model Development to Enhance Current Fleet
On November 13, 2024, ATR, the Franco-Italian turboprop aircraft manufacturer, announced it had ceased the development of a new model designed for short take-off and landing (STOL) capabilities, opting instead…
European Aerospace Giants Airbus and Thales Consider Space Collaboration
European aerospace leaders Airbus and Thales are reportedly in the early stages of exploring a potential tie-up of their space businesses, according to industry sources familiar with the discussions. This…
Airbus in Scramble Mode: Cost Cuts Launched to Salvage 2024
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus is taking drastic action to course-correct its 2024 performance. The company, facing production shortfalls and rising unit costs, has unveiled a new performance improvement plan codenamed…
Airbus Meets Delivery Target Despite Challenges, Credits China Plant
Airbus announced on July 8, 2024, that it delivered 323 new aircraft in the first half of 2024. This marks a 2% increase compared to the same period in 2023.…
Airbus In Talks to Acquire Operations at Four Spirit AeroSystems Plants
Airbus is poised to take over all or part of the operations of four Spirit AeroSystems plants as part of an impending deal that involves a carve-up of the U.S.-based…
Airbus Soars in First Quarter with 12% Increase in Jet Deliveries and Strong Order Book
Airbus, the European aircraft manufacturer, reported a positive start to 2024 with a 12% increase in jet deliveries for the first quarter. This marks a significant achievement for the company,…