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Embraer Announces a Firm Order for 30 E-Jets by United Airlines
Embraer announced today that it has signed a firm order with United Airlines for the sale of 30 EMBRAER 175 jets, with options for an additional 40 of the same model, taking the firm order and options to a total… Continue reading
United takes $11 mn charge on 787 grounding
United Airlines said Thursday that it expects to return its Boeing 787 aircraft to service in May after taking an $11 million charge related to the grounding of the planes.
United, the sole US airline to currently fly the 787… Continue reading
United Airlines plans earlier flights with Boeing 787
United Airlines said on Tuesday that it planned to begin flying Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner five days sooner than previously expected, a sign of confidence in the jet’s return to service after regulators grounded it in January over safety concerns.
United,… Continue reading
Boeing, ADASI Sign Teaming Agreement for Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Boeing and Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investments Company (ADASI), a Tawazun subsidiary, today signed a teaming agreement for the two companies to address the growing Middle East market for unmanned systems.
Speaking at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX)… Continue reading
Airbus Military delivers first A330 MRTT to United Arab Emirates
Airbus Military has delivered the first of three new generation A330 MRTT multi-role tanker transport aircraft ordered by the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The handover of the world´s most advanced air-to-air tanker means that the type has now been delivered… Continue reading
UNITED AIRLINES LAUNCHES SATELLITE BASED WI-FI SERVICE
United Airlines has introduced onboard satellite-based Wi-Fi internet connectivity on the first of its international widebody aircraft, becoming the first U.S.-based international carrier to offer customers the ability to stay connected while traveling on long-haul overseas routes.
The aircraft, a… Continue reading
United Airlines launches its first international Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner service today
United Airlines (Chicago) today (January 3) will introduce daily nonstop Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner service between its hub at Los Angeles International Airport and its hub at Tokyo Narita International Airport. The service – previously operated with a Boeing 777 aircraft… Continue reading
Again technical problems with United 787 Dreamliner
United and Boeing confirmed yesterday that a second United Boeing 787 has suffered an electrical problem. That, according to various media reports, makes three Dreamliners in commercial airline fleets to have suffered electrical problems this month.
United Airlines provided few… Continue reading
Qatar Air says grounds Boeing 787 for same problem as United
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Qatar Airways has been forced to ground one of its three Boeing 787 Dreamliners after it found the same problem that recently forced a United Airlines Dreamliner to make an emergency landing, its CEO said.
“One of our Dreamliners… Continue reading
United Airlines Completes Certification Process For Its 787 Dreamliner
CHICAGO,Nov. 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ –United Airlinestoday announced that the company has successfully completed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification process for its 787 Dreamliner. United can now begin flying the Dreamliner for passenger service, beginning with its inaugural 787 commercial flight… Continue reading
Boeing says 787s for United Airlines are delayed
(Reuters) – Boeing Co said delivery of at least two 787 jets for United Airlines was taking longer than expected, a surprise hitch in delivery to its first U.S. customer that is set to disappoint some customers wanting to ride… Continue reading
United may upgrade some A350 jet orders
(Reuters) – United Airlines is mulling upgrading some of its Airbus (EAD.PA) A350 orders to the largest member of the European aircraft family in a possible setback for Boeing Co’s (BA.N) 777 mini-jumbo, industry sources said.… Continue reading