After a storm drowned out the final day of the Dubai Air Show, there is not a lot to report on new orders, other than the final numbers: Boeing stole the show with commitments and orders for 342 aircraft Airbus comes in second with 160 aircraft Bombardier gets 38 aircraft ATR comes in at the back with 10 aircraft. In terms of show-stealers - all eyes were with … [Read more...]
A350 Watch: MSN1 rolls out with wings, ready for testing
It's time to turn our attention to the other major player in the big airplane game - Airbus - and their upcoming Airbus A350. The First Flying A350 - MSN1 - Images Airbus SAS This first frame now is structurally complete with its wing and winglets, as well as fairing panels and the main landing gear doors. The plane has also completed a series of indoor tests, … [Read more...]
Airbus completes the first flying A350 frame
For those who like shiny new planes and are now at a loss now the 787 has finally rolled out, lets turn our attention to the Airbus A350XWB. Airbus has completed the first frame of its new A350XWB that will be certified to fly as part of the test campaign. Images - Airbus SAS The frame - MSN001 exited the assembly line in Toulouse, and has been through work … [Read more...]
