UN toughens real-time tracking for planesThe UN's aviation agency has announced new requirements for the real-time tracking of civilian aircraft in distress, following the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 two years ago. The International Civil Aviation More… |
Iran plans to purchase 90 aircraft annuallyIran plans to buy as many as 90 planes per year from Boeing and Airbus to revamp its antiquated fleet once Western sanctions are lifted, its state news agency IRNA quoted a senior aviation official as saying on Sunday. “Iran More… |
US to allow small knives to be carried on planesThe US Transportation Security Administration said on Tuesday that travelers can soon bring small pocket knives on board airplanes for the first time since the September 11 attacks, sparking outrage from flight attendants who said the decision w More… |
ME to require 2,250 new planes by 2030Boeing in its latest forecast said the Middle East will require an estimated 2,520 airplanes worth $450 billion over the next 20 years as the region's carriers continue to surpass global air traffic and capacity growth rates. More… |
Boeing appoints VP communicationsThe Boeing Company has appointed Charlie Miller vice president of International Corporate Communications. Miller will be based in London and lead Boeing’s team of communications directors and outside agencies working in more than 30 key ma More… |