Bending the 777-9: Inside fatigue testing for three lifetimes
From Boeing: Photo: A close up of the wing of the 777-9 currently undergoing fatigue testing. (Patrick Rodwell photo) The test rig’s hydraulics hummed and whirred like a roller coaster…
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National Airlines Orders More GE Aerospace CF6 and GE90 Engines
GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) announced on July 23, 2026 that National Airlines has committed to purchase one GE90-110B and six CF6-80C2 engines to power their Boeing 777F/747F cargo airplanes. The…
Altura Airlines launches operations in Western Australia
Altura Airlines officially launched charter operations on July 20, 2026, establishing its primary hub at Perth Airport in Western Australia as a majority Indigenous-owned airline. Founded by prominent Indigenous entrepreneur…
AerCap Orders 15 787 Dreamliner Jets to Meet High Demand
Boeing and AerCap onj July 21, 2026 announced that the leasing industry’s biggest 787 Dreamliner customer placed a new order for 15 787-9 jets. This latest purchase increases AerCap’s 787…