First Direct Boeing Purchase For Global Aircraft Lessor

Saudi Arabia-based AviLease announced its first direct order for Boeing aircraft, which includes a firm purchase of 20 737-8s and options for 10 more. The order furthers AviLease’s goal of becoming a top-ten global aircraft lessor, the company announced on May 13.

Engine Output Immediately Reduced To Idle Power And The Engine Would Not Respond To Throttle Input

Analysis: The day before the accident, the pilot had removed the airplane’s induction air filter but had inadvertently forgotten to reinstall it. On the day of the accident flight, he had also inadvertently forgotten to remove the engine cowling plugs. After takeoff, the pilot turned onto the downwind leg of the airport traffic pattern and the engine output immediately reduced to idle power and the engine would not respond to throttle input.

From 2017 (YouTube Edition): The Airplane From Down Under Is A Proven Trainer…

Jabiru was one of the early light sport aircraft (LSA) brought into the U.S.A. when the sport pilot rules were initiated in 2004. They have long been popular for pilot training in Australia, and while at the Deland Sport Aviation Showcase 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, found out more about a new model of Jabiru trainer that has been recently introduced to the U.S. Tom met up with Pete Krotje, who is the president of Jabiru North America which is located in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Krotje says the new Jabiru model is referred to as the J170-D and is a highly upgraded version of the original J170. The airplane is designed with flight training in mind, which makes sense because Jabiru airplanes train a high percentage of new pilots in Australia.

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Permanent Echo Radar signals reflected from fixed objects on the earth's surface; e.g., buildings, towers, terrain. Permanent echoes are distinguished from “ground clutter” by being definable locations rather than large areas. Under certain conditions they may be used to check radar alignment.

“The 737 MAX will diversify AviLease’s portfolio by delivering unrivalled fuel efficiency and market-leading versatility. It’s a powerful combination that will fuel AviLease’s profitable global expansion and support their airline customers’ business and sustainability goals.”

Source: Brad McMullen, Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Boeing, lauding a somewhat rare success for Boeing, as they managed to seal several big-name, big-number deals. 

Multiple Flights At A Time Critical To Certification Plans

Joby Aviation announced the successful completion of a flight of two aircraft simultaneously for the first time. This represents a significant step in the company’s flight test program.

“No Apologies” For Actions Belie The Scolding From Climate Zealots

The energy watchdog group, Power the Future, has compiled an estimate of the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by the chartered private jet used by Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during their recent 16-stop “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, and the numbers are breathtaking.

BlackBird eVTOL Successfully Completes First Unmanned Test

Australia-based company CycloTech recently got its BlackBird electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) demonstrator airborne for the first time, kicking off the aircraft’s unmanned test campaign. This paves the way for the developer’s full-scale project: the CruiseUp. CycloTech began developing the BlackBird in April 2024.