Search Results

The paper reviews the current status of flight test, certification and in-service experience with the latest members of the Airbus Industrie commercial aircraft family - the A330, A340 and A321 - as well as efforts under way throughout the Airbus system to improve the efficiency of its manufacturing business performance, including the development of a new, highly productive tool, the Airbus Super Transporter.

The first Airbus A330-800 commercial jet, flight test aircraft MSN1888, took off today from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport on its maiden flight over southwestern France during which the aircraft performed dedicated flight-physics tests required for the variant.

From part to plane: the fastest machine wins Next-gen machining centers and controllers brings new precision and capabilities to both metal and composite manufacturing. Files moved around the world As aircraft manufacturers distribute more jobs to contractors, streamlining the transfer of information has become an important part of both design and manufacturing. Top technologies of 2008 A look back at some of the most significant technological innovations during the past year. VLJ power Some engine programs for very light jets are full swing while certification awaits others.