Boeing, Airbus urge 5G rollout delay over safety concerns
Aerospace giants Boeing and Airbus have called for the Biden administration to delay the roll out of the 5G network in fears it will dangerously impact the aviation industry. The C-Band spectrum 5G network deployment, served by providers AT&T Inc and Verizon Communications Inc, is set to occur on 5 January. On Monday, a joint
‘A vital pillar’: Airbus delivers last A380 to Emirates airline
Emirates received its last superjumbo A380 aircraft on Thursday, marking the final delivery of the jet for Airbus after 14 years of service. It was the 123rd A380 for the UAE-based carrier, and it landed in Hamburg on 16 December, welcomed by Airbus and Emirates staff. “The A380 is a truly special aircraft in so many
Airbus scores in Qantas’ narrowbody fleet renewal
The Australian flag carrier will initially place an order for 20 A321XLR (extra long-range) and 20 A220s but will have the option to purchase a further 94 over 10 years as its 737-800s and 717s are phased out.
Whistleblowers condemn FAA oversight of Boeing aircraft
The report criticizes that there is significant pressure to approve designs that may not apply with FAA standards, in the wake of the 737 MAX crashes that killed 346 passengers in 2018-19.
United, Virgin Australia pen codeshare agreement
The airline said the new arrangement, which will begin in April 2022, will triple its reach and unlock loyalty benefits for Velocity Frequent Flyer members.
Airbus seeks legal assessment over Qatar A350 dispute
Airbus is now seeking an independent legal assessment after the A350 dispute between Qatar Airways “represents a threat” to the company’s appearance on safety matters. Qatar Airways has condemned the planemaker for months over paint issues that have also underpinned further problems with the aircraft’s lightning protection mesh. It led to Qatar’s safety regulator forcing
