PHOTOS: Onboard Kermit the NOAA Lockheed WP-3D Orion
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the History of Engine Cowlings
Rarely is much attention paid to one of the most important design aspects of modern jet engines: The cowlings. Aviation safety expert David J. Williams explores the history and development of the modern engine enclosure.
ETOPS – Enhancing Safety On Long Flights
As a passenger, you might see the word "ETOPS" stenciled on airplanes. What does ETOPS mean and why is it important?
On the Wings of Giants: Airbus Banks on the Beluga
Throughout Airbus’ first two decades in the business, its competitors at Boeing would joke that “Every Airbus is delivered on the wings of a Boeing.”
Boeing Delivers First South Carolina-Built 787 to Air India
Boeing on Friday delivered the first 787-8 Dreamliner built at its new Charleston, South Carolina assembly plant.
Rolls-Royce Discovers Cause of Qantas Airbus A380 Engine Explosion
Rolls-Royce on Friday announced that a single faulty component caused the engine failure on the Trent 900-powered Qantas A380 that was forced to make an emergency landing last week.