At GhettoIFE, we do like looking at new and shiny aircraft - both those in the air, and those in developement. COMAC - The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China - has been working away on its answer to the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 families (as well as the impending competition from the Irkut MC-21) - The C919. C919 model, Model COMAC Their aim is deliver a narrow body … [Read more...]
Farnborough Day 1 Roundup
As the first day of Farnborough 2012 draws to a close, lets take a look at what has been creating headlines today: Top of the bill goes to Steven Udvar-Hazy's Air Lease who have placed an a firm order for 60 Boeing 737 Max 8 and 15 Boeing 737 Max 9s with "reconfirmation rights" for 25 more. Expect those to be leased to airlines quickly when they arrive... Airbus … [Read more...]
