Global logistics provider GEODIS has announced its partnership with aviation tech firm Rotate to strengthen its air cargo market intelligence. GEODIS will integrate Rotate's 'Live Capacity' data solution to gain real-time and predictive insights into global cargo capacity. This strategic move is designed to enhance decision-making

Boeing is facing a new setback with its delayed 777X program as launch customers are reportedly rejecting the earliest production models. These specific aircraft, known as the 'terrible teens,' were built years ago before the design was finalized and have been in long-term storage. Major airlines, including Emirates,

The SaxaVord spaceport in Shetland has been granted the UK's first-ever licence for vertical rocket launches. Issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the approval permits up to 30 launches per year. This milestone establishes SaxaVord as the first fully licensed vertical spaceport in both the UK and

American Airlines Cargo has established a direct data connection with the logistics solutions platform, CargoWise. This integration allows freight forwarders using the platform to access the airline's schedules, capacity, and rates in real-time. Users can now make and manage e-bookings for American's cargo services without leaving

Global freight forwarder GEODIS has partnered with Rotate to adopt its data platform, aiming to strengthen its insights into the air cargo market. This collaboration will provide GEODIS with comprehensive real-time data on market supply, demand, and pricing. The platform is designed to help the company make more informed commercial

Boeing has indicated that incorporating required changes into its flagship 777X program will be a multi-year process. This extended timeline suggests significant and complex modifications are needed for the new wide-body aircraft. The company has so far declined to provide specific details regarding the nature or scope of these changes.

Airbus is developing an Ultra Long Range (ULR) version of its A350-1000 specifically for Qantas' ambitious 'Project Sunrise' initiative. This project aims to connect Sydney and Melbourne directly with cities like London and New York. To achieve this feat, the aircraft will be fitted with an Additional

The YF-118G Bird of Prey was a highly classified technology demonstrator developed by McDonnell Douglas Phantom Works in the 1990s. Funded internally, the project aimed to test groundbreaking stealth technologies and revolutionary low-cost manufacturing techniques. It pioneered the use of large, single-piece composite structures and 3D virtual reality design, drastically

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is launching a groundbreaking pilot program, the first of its kind in the United States. This new service allows passengers to check in their luggage and have it screened by the TSA at a remote location before they enter the main terminal. The 'Early Bag

Australian mining giant Rio Tinto has successfully operated the world's first fully autonomous, heavy-haul, long-distance rail network. Known as AutoHaul, the system was a multi-year, $940 million project to automate 1,700km of track in the remote Pilbara region. Since becoming fully operational, these driverless trains have transported

Global logistics provider GEODIS has partnered with tech firm Rotate to enhance its air cargo market intelligence. The collaboration gives GEODIS access to Rotate's 'Live Capacity' data product. This platform provides detailed insights into market supply, demand, and performance. By leveraging this data, GEODIS aims to

The global aviation industry is confronting a significant challenge as ambitious Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandates begin to take effect. Regulations, such as the EU's ReFuelEU initiative, require a steady increase in SAF usage, starting as early as 2025. However, experts warn of a massive gap between these

Boeing is adopting a flexible strategy to support the installation of next-generation in-flight connectivity (IFC) systems on its aircraft. The manufacturer is focusing on simplifying the integration of modern Electronically Steered Antennas (ESAs), which are crucial for connecting to new satellite networks. This approach ensures airlines can choose from a

The Boeing 777X features an innovative folding wingtip system to manage its massive 72-meter wingspan, allowing it to fit at standard airport gates. Boeing test pilot Heather Ross explains the mechanism is controlled by a single switch in the cockpit, which automates the process of folding or unfolding the wingtips

Airport runway lengths vary significantly across the globe, a difference primarily dictated by aircraft performance and environmental factors. The key variables are airport elevation and ambient temperature, which together determine air density. At higher altitudes or in hotter climates, the air is thinner, providing less lift for an aircraft'

Russia is developing its next-generation interceptor, the MiG-41, as part of the secretive PAK DP program. This aircraft is intended to replace the aging MiG-31 Foxhound and is projected to possess sixth-generation capabilities. Key speculated features include hypersonic speeds of Mach 4-5, the ability to operate in near-space, and advanced

Aviation interiors specialist Generation Global has announced a new initiative focused on sustainability for aircraft soft goods. The company has revealed a circular solution designed to address the significant waste generated from retired cabin materials like seat covers and carpets. This program aims to create a closed-loop system, repurposing old

The Airbus A220 has established itself as the most profitable narrowbody aircraft currently operating in North America. Its success is driven by a combination of low trip costs and a seating capacity that perfectly fits the 100-150 seat market. The aircraft's advanced aerodynamics and Pratt & Whitney Geared

While both the Boeing 737 MAX and the Airbus A320neo offer the CFM International LEAP engine, they do not use the exact same model. The 737 MAX is exclusively powered by the LEAP-1B variant, which is specifically designed for the aircraft. In contrast, the A320neo family uses the LEAP-1A model,

Scandinavia's leadership in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is facing a significant reality check, particularly concerning advanced e-SAF. A major Danish initiative, Project Dragon, which aimed to become one of the world's largest e-fuel producers, has been indefinitely put on hold. The project's developers cited

Iridium has announced a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining portion of Aireon it does not already own, consolidating control over the space-based ADS-B air traffic surveillance provider. The move will fully integrate Aireon's global aircraft tracking services into Iridium's portfolio. In a related development, Iridium

A technical analysis from Leeham News examines the fundamental principles of modern airliner structures. The report focuses on the primary components, including the fuselage, which is engineered to handle immense pressurization cycles and flight loads. It also details the complex design of the wings, which must bear the aircraft'

Gatwick Airport has installed new advanced security scanners throughout its North Terminal. This next-generation technology allows travelers to leave large electronics, such as laptops, and liquids up to two litres in their hand luggage. The upgrade is designed to significantly speed up security processing and enhance the passenger experience. While

The general aviation community is mourning the loss of Hal Shevers, the iconic founder of Sporty's Pilot Shop. Shevers, who passed away at 86, was a visionary entrepreneur who transformed the industry. He began Sporty's in 1961 from the trunk of his car, building it into

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) is accelerating its 'Green Terminal' project by replacing its diesel-powered ground support equipment with electric models. The initiative is part of a broader goal to operate a fully electric vehicle fleet by 2038. To ensure a safe transition, Hactl has implemented