Tracked Bin Design Leverages Physics, Reduces Weight, Increases
Passenger Space
As a further step in its "track record" of innovation, Airbus
claims to have developed a revolutionary new stowage compartment
design that saves weight and provides more room for passengers,
while also easing the installation of aircraft cabin systems.
Aircastle "Building A Significant Relationship" With SAA
The first of six new Airbus Model A330-200 aircraft scheduled
for delivery this year has been accepted by South African Airways
("SAA"), according to aircraft broker Aircastle. The aircraft
will be equipped with latest-generation Rolls-Royce Trent 772B
engines.
But He Made Enough Noise To Be Released Before The Flight
Departed
A baggage handler for US Airways at Reagan National Airport
(DCA) was briefly locked in the baggage compartment of an Embraer
E-170 regional jet ... a space just 37 inches high.
Modern Infrastructure Will Foster Economic Competitiveness,
Safety, And Jobs
In written testimony to the U.S. House of Representatives
Aviation Subcommittee, ALPA called for the Congress to quickly move
a strong FAA reauthorization bill that funds modernizing the
national airspace system and enhances safety for all who depend on
air transportation.
Merger With United Airlines Prompts Personnel Reduction
About 500 employees of Continental Airlines in the Huston area
may soon find themselves on the unemployment line as a result of
the airline's merger with United.