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Qatar Airways has placed its QR code on 18 additional transatlantic routes operated by Aer Lingus (via Dublin) and LEVEL (via Barcelona), the airline confirmed in a 2-Oct-2025 press release. The move gives Qatar’s customers expanded access to new U.S.…
General Electric’s GE9X, the largest commercial jet engine ever built, is drawing industry attention not only for its groundbreaking scale but also for growing concerns over performance durability and market dynamics, according to a new analysis by Peter Hanson at…
Simple Flying recently analyzed the pressing question: Which modern aircraft serves as the real-world successor to the Boeing 747? The verdict: the Boeing 777X family, notably the 777‑9, is the closest functional replacement in terms of capacity, efficiency, and operational viability…
In a recent feature by Simple Flying, updated thrust ratings show General Electric’s GE9X surpassing Rolls-Royce’s Trent XWB with a peak thrust of approximately 134,300 pounds-force, compared to about 97,000 lbf for the Trent XWB‑97 variant. This confirms GE’s engine as the…
The aviation industry is constantly evolving, driven by innovation and efficiency. Boeing’s two flagship aircraft, the 787-10 Dreamliner and the 777X, are prime examples of this evolution. Both aircraft embody cutting-edge technology, passenger comfort, and fuel efficiency. Airlines around the…
Airbus is considering developing a stretched A350 variant to match the capacity of Boeing’s forthcoming 777‑9, according to statements from Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury reported by Paddle Your Own Kanoo on June 10, 2025. Speaking in an interview with Aviation Week, Faury stated that…
BOSTON, GE Aerospace announced significant progress in dust-ingestion testing for its new GE9X engine, the powerplant for Boeing’s upcoming 777‑9 aircraft, firmly ahead of its entry into commercial service. According to Aviation A2Z (Natalia Shelley, June 10, 2025), GE has nearly finalized…
The aviation industry has always been at the forefront of technological innovation. As global demands for safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency grow, aviation technology is evolving rapidly to meet these challenges. From advanced flight control systems to next-generation materials and…
