Pentagon Report Confirms Afghanistan Helicopter Crash That Killed 38 Was Caused by Grenade
A helicopter crash in eastern Afghanistan which killed nearly 40 Afghan and U.S. service members in August was caused by an insurgent-fired rocket-propelled grenade (RPG), according to a U.S. report.
Japan Air Lines Sells Over Two-Thirds of 747 Fleet to American Leasing Firm
U.S.-based AerSale on Thursday announced the purchase of a fleet of 19 Boeing 747-400s from Japan Air Lines. The fleet of passenger planes is powered by CF6-80C2B1F engines.
China Airlines Joins SkyTeam Alliance
Taiwanese flag carrier China Airlines has announced the start of its joining process leading to full entry into the SkyTeam airline alliance in a process that is expected to be completed by mid-2011.
At Last: Southwest Airlines Launches Atlanta Service [with Photos]
Over a year after purchasing AirTran Airways specifically for its valuable foothold in Atlanta, Southwest Airlines began its first service at the Georgia airport on Sunday.
Boeing Announces Substantial Order From BOC Aviation
Chicago-based Boeing today announced its latest order from BOC Aviation. The order from Boeing consists of 50 737 MAX 8s, 30 Next-Generation 737-800s and two 777-300ERs (Extended Range).