Air Transport

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Hacking collage
Jul 13, 2022 - 11:14 AM
Will Hackers Bring Down Airplanes One Day?
Airline reticence over cyber-security suggests the threat has become increasingly serious.
Pratt & Whitney expects its digitalization efforts not only to improve efficiency but help attract new talent to the engine manufacturer.
Jul 13, 2022 - 9:37 AM
Pratt & Whitney Pursues Transformation Through Digitalization
Well into its digitalization mission, Pratt & Whitney believes the process will lead to further agility and efficiency throughout the organization.
Garmin has developed a suite of avionics automation capabilities.
Jul 13, 2022 - 4:03 AM
Digital Copilot Approach Cuts Pilot Workload, Say OEMs
Automation has become key in reducing pilot workload and Merlin Labs expects entry of its one-pilot solution into commercial service by end-2023.
LogTen Pilot pilot logbook app displayed on iPad and iPhone layouts
Jul 12, 2022 - 7:16 PM
LogTen Logbook App Adds Multitasking
The LogTen Pilot app is designed for pilots flying all types of aircraft, from general aviation to airliners.
Jul 12, 2022 - 2:12 PM
European Pilots Blame Disruptions on 'Deep Systemic Issues'
The European Cockpit Association has called on EASA to publish a safety information bulletin on how all stakeholders should cope with travel disruptions.
ATR operators can use the Smart Lander hard-­landing analysis tool to decide whether an aircraft needs work or flights can continue.
Jul 12, 2022 - 9:00 AM
ATR’s Hard-Landing Analysis Tool Proving Worthwhile
Within its first three months of service the Smart Lander tool allowed ATR to advise operators rapidly of landing gear maintenance needs.
Embraer CEO Francisco Gomes Neto
Jul 12, 2022 - 9:00 AM
Embraer Finds Its Stride after Failed Boeing Deal
The Covid crisis and the failed sale of its commercial division has forced Embraer to sharpen its focus on efficiency and innovation.
Jul 12, 2022 - 4:04 AM
GE Automation R&D Center Focuses on MRO Challenges
Having developed automation solutions for GE Aviation plants worldwide, GE Bromont is automating inspections for engine MRO.
Jul 11, 2022 - 4:01 AM
EU’s Decarbonization Policies Will Drive up Costs for Airlines
Europe’s airlines express concern about the significant costs of implementing the EU’s Fit for 55 package aimed at trimming CO2 levels by 55 percent.
Vertical Aerospace eVTOL aircraft
Jul 11, 2022 - 12:03 AM
Aviation's Electric Dreams Fast Approach Reality
Several electric aircraft developers and partners supporting them with new propulsion technology expect to see their wares in service within a few years.