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The article offers information related to technology in the U.S. aviation sector. Topics discussed include the simulation of Boeing 737 aircraft with a robotic co-pilot showing the potential of advanced automation, the investment made by automotive company Toyota Group in a Japanese startup, creating a small electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) fly/drive vehicle, and the requirements to be developed by the U.S. Army and Marine Corps for an unmanned aircraft.

The article evaluates the transport aircraft 737 Max by Boeing.

The article offers aviation news brief. The maiden 79 minute flight of the Chinese narrowbody airliner Comac C919 from Shanghai, China on May 5, 2017. The suspension of the Boeing 737 MAX flight tests due to defective CFM Leap 1B engine. The final preparations being made for the Russian Irkut MC­21.

The article provides information on military derivative study of Boeing 737 jet transport and 737-based common platform plan of Boeing Co. Topics discussed include Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) and restructure procurement, concerns of the U.S. Air Force, and minimizing operational cost savings.

The article focuses on the impact of decline in fuel prices on the U.S. airline industry in 2015. Topics discussed include delivery of two Boeing 737-700s aircrafts to the company United Airlines in 2015, low spending on fuel by the company Lufthansa, and views of Delta Air Lines' chief executive officer (CEO) Richard Anderson on planning in accordance with fuel price.

The article reports that bigger orders than expected were recorded for the newly launched Boeing 737-10 airplane by Boeing. The number reached to to more than 325 including 100 from United Airlines. The aircraft is to enter service in 2020 after the debut of the 7379 in 2018 and service entry of both the 7377 and the 200 seat MAX 200 in 2019.

The article discusses how engine makers will approach Boeing's NMA propulsion issue in relation to a big small engine or a small big engine. NMA engine selection campaign is reportedly on a par with those for industry defining propulsion deciders such as the Boeing 737, and 777300ER. The contest for the 777200X/300X was fierce. Financially hit by the costly development of engines for the baseline 777 and Airbus A380.

The article reports that according to Safran Aircraft Engines the manufacturing quality issue found on the CFM Leap 1B low pressure (LP) turbine disk will not have much of an impact due to a double­-sourcing strategy and a redeployment of some of the workforce. The article further states that following the discovery of the defect, Boeing had temporarily suspend flights of the 737 MAX aircraft.

The article reports that following Leap 1B inspection, Boeing had temporarily ceased flight tests for its 737 MAX aircraft which can be resolved with the help of dual sourcing.

The article presents the photographs which won awards in the magazine's 2011 photography contest including an image of a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter plane with the aurora borealis, the space shuttle Atlantis, and a Boeing 737-800 by photographers including Pineau, Karivalo, and Beckman.

The article features several aircraft including Airbus A318, Boeing 737 and Bombardier CSeries.

Focuses on plans for Boeing's updated next-generation 737 family of airplanes as of December 1996. Designs of the three airplanes, the 737-600, 737-700 and 737-800; The number of planes Boeing expects to produce; Boeing's competition; Boeing's accommodations of the design changes suggested by customers; Orders for Boeing's next-generation 737s.

The article discusses the challenges faced by aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul providers (MROs) in defining how and when to invest in new aftermarket capabilities. It cites the strategy of Lufthansa Technik (LFT) to generate volume by supporting widely operated models that its parent airline does not fly like Boeing 787s and 737NGs. It also talks about the importance of timing in building capabilities and in engine warranties, as well as access to intellectual property.

The article discusses the business plan of Delta Air Lines following the announcement that the company has ordered 100 Boeing 737-900ER (extended-range) narrowbody aircraft to replace its domestic fleet. Delta executive Richard Anderson says that the small size of the order will allow the company to reduce its net debt and consider other single-aisle aircraft. Delta could be looking at the Bombardier CSeries, the Embraer 190, or the Airbus A320NEO (new engine option).

News briefs on U.S. aerospace industries and commercial aeronautics are presented. International air passenger traffic continued to increase in March, 2010. Flight testing is scheduled to begin on the EP-3E military reconnaissance airplane created by Lockheed Martin for the U.S. Navy. Preliminary tests of an upgrade for the jet engines of the Boeing 737 jet transport created by the firm CFM International showed a greater savings in fuel consumption than had been estimated.

The article focuses on the plan of aircraft manufacturer Boeing for production alternatives to its Boeing 737s and 777s. It notes that the company is considering to address production issues with the two planes which posted delivery records in 2009 following a year of recession. It mentions that the plan of competitor Airbus to conduct a power plant upgrade for the A320 brings pressure on Boeing. The product development team for the 737 will be headed by vice president Mike Bair while consultant Lars Anderson will lead the 777 program.

This section offers news briefs in the U.S. aerospace industry. Redesigns of the laminated glass windshields produced by PPG Industries' Aerospace Unit have been sought by Spirit AeroSystems following changes in the Boeing 737 Next Generation airframe. Launch abort tests for the first Orion crew module would be held by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on August 19, 2009 at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. The bid of Southwest Airlines to acquire Frontier Airlines has been rejected in favor of Republic Airways Group.

The article reports that American Airlines' order of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft has arrived, signaling the beginning of a fleet overhaul. The airline is preparing to update its fleet of 757 and 767 aircraft for new roles as it takes delivery of 120 long-haul and narrow-body aircraft. Henry Joyner, American's senior vice president for planning, notes that the company needs to refresh its fleet and position the airline to compete beyond the economic downturn and fuel crisis.

The article focuses on the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ), which stands at a crossroads in avionics technology exploiting all the flight deck systems available to airlines operating the 737 aircraft. It also serves as a showcase for advanced business jet avionics that air carriers may one day want. The enhanced vision capability is more than just a safety feature. Another way the BBJ benefits from 737 avionics is that the standard-fit radar is an airline-class system, Rockwell Collins' multiscan WXR2100.

The article focuses on environmental concerns in the aerospace industry. The author says that the replacement of Boeing 737s and Airbus 320s by next-generation short-haul aircraft is the focus of the greening debate in the industry. The article cites that the Advisory Council for Aeronautical Research in Europe has called for a reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) by 50% in 2020, noise by 50% and nitrogen oxides (NOx) by 80%.

The article reports that the engine technology is the essential element in dictating the technical progress to make a compelling case for replacement of the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737NG. The engine technology is being matured in various engineering centers, from the General Electric and Snecma CFM International joint ventures.

Presents letters to the editor referencing issues related to aviation which have been published in previous editions of the journal. Drawbacks of decades of brainstorming by a plethora of time- and money-wasting commissions and committees aimed at solving an imagined air-capacity problem; Inaccuracies highlighted by a reader in an article on Boeing 737; Concerns about airport capabilities for handling the Airbus A380; "Turboprop Turnaround," which described the resurgence of demand for turboprop transports due to better fuel economy compared to small jets.

This article presents news briefs, related to the space and aviation industry, as of May 24, 2004. Northrop Grumman Corp., has begun assembly of the first F-35 Joint Strike Fighter center fuselage for prime contractor Lockheed Martin. Northrop Grumman also said it delivered a key avionics system two weeks ahead of schedule. Boeing Co., made the first flight, last week, of the 737 airborne surveillance and command and control aircraft being built for the Australian Defense Force's Project Wedgetail. Orbital Sciences Corp., demonstrated its new GQM-163A Coyote supersonic sea-skimming target in a flight test at the U.S. Navy test range in Southern California on May 18. The 18-ft. missile, which uses a decommissioned MK 70 solid rocket motor to achieve supersonic takeover speed for its four-inlet, solid-fuel ducted rocket ramjet, met all of its primary test objectives.

Focuses on a potential malfunction within the main power control unit (PCU) of Boeing 737-series aircraft. The malfunction capable of causing the rudder to move opposite to command or not return to the faired position; The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandating testing of the PCUs every 250 flight hours; Impetus for the testing occurring in October 1996.

The article presents information on the development and expansion of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft series by aircraft manufacturer Boeing. It discusses the competition between Boeing and Airbus, the need for Boeing to develop the Boeing 737-10 variant in response to the competition, and the need for Boeing to confront the design challenge of how to install the Leap-1A on a wing designed for the MAX aircraft's engine.

The article presents updates on the 737 MAX development program of U.S. aerospace company Boeing. Developments discussed include the addition of a third flight-test aircraft, completion of the initial production airframe and a clearance from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the start of the certification test phase. Also detailed are the company's targets that will be vital in competing effectively with the Airbus A320neo.

The article discusses release of the 737-10X midsize airplane from Boeing; and outlines several features of the airplane.

The article reports on business growth of aerospace supplier FACC. Topics discussed include succession of Walter Stephan as the firm's chief executive officer (CEO) due to his involvement in hacking through replacement with Robert Machtlinger; involvement of FACC in development of winglet for Boeing 737 aircraft; and description of the firm's approach for completion of wind tunnel testing with completion of civil aircrafts.

The article offers news briefs related to the aviation industries as of March 20, 2017. Topics discussed include introduction of the 737 Max 9 aircraft variant from Boeing on March 7, 2017; introduction of standards for carbon emissions by the International Civil Aviation Organization Council; completion of designing approaches for development of the B-21 stealth bomber by Northrop Grumman; and planning of Russian Helicopters for development of light helicopters.

The article reports that Boeing has been making some major adjustments to its supplier base such as passenger seats and the main landing gear of the 777 and bring production of 737 and 777 flap actuation systems in-house. It mentions Boeing's Portland Fabrication site in Oregon, where the company has an existing Center of Excellence for complex machining, gear systems and flight controls. It presents views of Jenette Ramos, vice president of Boeing Fabrication, on the same.

The article focuses on the introduction of Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX airplanes from five European destinations to three airports on the U.S. East Coast to start in May 2017. It mentions Qantas and Virgin Australia have decided to defer deliveries of the A320neo with investment priorities, such as new seats and inflight entertainment. It also mentions International Airlines Group (IAG) has been considering Aer Lingus operations of the A321neo across the Atlantic.

The article reports on planning of aircraft manufacturer Boeing for administration of midmarket services with management of competition through Airbus. Topics discussed include target of Boeing towards market with new midsize airplane (NMA) by the 737-10X aircraft; consideration of the aircraft as challenge for the Airbus's A321neo; and views of the Teal Group's vice-president (VP) Richard Aboulafia on same.

The article offers information on the expected certification of the 737-8 aircraft of Boeing and the possible rollout of the 737-9 aircraft, both of the MAX models of the company. Topics discussed include the designing of the 737-7 aircraft by the aircraft manufacturer, new product development at the company, and the views of MAX Vice President and General Manager Keith Leverkuhn on the flight tests of the 737-8.

The article reports that traded company WheelTug has begun work to complete the development of its electric taxi system after the singing on certification plan by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It mentions that FAA has approved the Boeing 737NG by late 2018. It also presents the views of Isaiah Cox, chief executive officer at WheelTug, regarding the same.

The article offers news briefs related to aviation industry as of October 6, 2014. A 52 percent rise in production of Boeing 737s airplane of Boeing Co. is expected in 2018. The order for Mitsubishi Aircraft MRJ90 has been confirmed by Eastern Air Lines Inc. The Watchkeeper unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) owned by the British Army has been deployed to Afghanistan for reconnaissance missions.

The article presents brief information on the 777X Boeing airplane and 737 MAX Boeing airplane from aerospace company Boeing.

The article reports on Great Britain's efforts to increase its maritime patrol capability. It mentions the Great Britain's Project Seedcorn which involve sending 32 maritime patrol specialists with the air arms of Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the U.S, to refresh their skills in maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) operations. Also mentioned are C295 twin-turboprop aircraft from Airbus Defense and Space and Boeing 737 aircraft from Boeing which are available in MPA configurations.

The article discusses the revival of Icelandic airline Icelandair since the 2008-2011 banking collapse, focusing on the expansion of their fleet and business. Other topics of the article include airplanes used by Icelandair including aerospace manufacturer Boeing's 737 MAX and 757, improvements in efficiency of staff and hangar space, and the refurbishment of aircraft cabins.

The article shares updates to aircraft manufacturer Boeing's development of the 737 MAX family of aircraft as of May 2014. It claims that Boeing is preparing the first propulsion hardware for initial ground tests of its CFM Leap-1B engine in June as all the inlet designs to support the engine testing are ready. It cites initial parts including a deep inlet lipskin, a one-piece inner barrel, and inlet bulkheads produced according to Boeing's design by propulsion and nacelle specialist Nordam.

Focuses on the decision of the U.S. Navy to acquire Boeing 737s as the basis for its new Multimission Maritime Aircraft (MMA). Replacement of Lockheed Martin P-3 Orions; Benefits of the MMA program on European industries; Domain of domestic companies.

The article discusses the design of the winglets which will be used to improve aerodynamic efficiency on the Boeing 737 MAX airplane. Boeing claims that the winglet, a split-tip design, is not related to a similar wingtip which was developed by the aerospace company Aviation Partners. The article provides information on how winglets work to reduce drag and examines other elements of the MAX such as a fairing to enclose nose landing gear.

The article focuses on competition in the narrowbody jetliner market for 2012. It states that aerospace company Boeing announced in the summer of 2011 it was building the 737 MAX in response to aerospace company Airbus's A320 New Engine Option (NEO) program. It mentions competition Boeing and Airbus is facing from aerospace companies Bombardier and Embraer and suggests Bombardier's CSeries of aircraft was the catalyst for Airbus's NEO.

The article discusses the business strategy of Lion Air, an Indonesian domestic airline, as outlined by chief executive Rusdi Kirana. He predicts that the Asian airline industry will undergo change due to mergers and business failures between 2012 and 2019, especially in Indonesia, where laws require that airlines operate at least 10 aircraft. Lion Air has ordered Boeing 737 MAX and 737-900ERs (extended range) airplanes and has developed the carrier Space Jet.

The article discusses the aircraft company Boeing's talks with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 751. The proposed contract which was developed at the meetings guarantees that the 737 MAX airplane project will occur in Renton, Washington and preserves health care, pension plans, and pay. Boeing's decision to increase production on the 737, the development of a production facility in South Carolina, and other programs are examined.

The article discusses the modification of older aircraft cabin interiors inspired by next-generation aircraft such as the Boeing 787, the Airbus A380, and the Airbus A350. American Airlines took delivery of several Boeing 737-800 aircraft with the Boeing Sky Interior (BSI) and has retrofitted 737 Classics with new seats by the company Weber Aircraft, overhead bin doors, and power outlets. The BSI cabin has light-emitting diode (LED) lighting, larger windows, and curved walls.

The article focuses on aerospace and aviation industry news briefs. Southwest Airlines plans on converting orders for some Boeing 737-700 aircraft to the 737-800 after pilots and flight attendants unions ratified changes to collective bargaining agreements. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has restored Mexico to a Category-1 safety rating after downgrading its rating in July 2010. Avanti Communications launched a European spacecraft that will provide high-speed internet access to Europe.

The article presents information on a propulsion facility in South Carolina manufacturing nacelle for engine inlets of 737 MAX aircraft from Boeing. Topics include manufacturing lip skin for an aircraft engine CFM Leap, delivery of thrust reversers from Spirit, and the testing of the nacelle inlets.

The article evaluates commercial aviation including C Series airliner offered by Bombardier, Airbus A320neo offered by Lufthansa, and 737 MAX airline offered by Boeing.