Aerospace
Boeing 737 MAX 7 flies for the first time
After a successful first flight, the 737 MAX 7 will begin a comprehensive flight test program leading to certification and delivery in 2019.
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Airbus adjusts assembly rates for A380 and A400M
The new plan involves the production of six A380s per year starting from 2020 and eight A400Ms per year as of 2020.
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GE performs first test flight for GE9X engine
100,000 pound thrust class engine features a composite fan case and 16 fourth generation carbon fiber composite fan blades.
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Book review: Practical Analysis of Aircraft Composites
Resource book by Brian Esp, Ph.D. provides practical application of theory for engineers working with aircraft composites.
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Toray acquires TenCate Advanced Composites
Toray, the world’s largest carbon fiber manufacturer, will pay €930 million for TenCate Advanced Composites to shore up its thermoplastic composites capabilities.
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Victrex champions thermoplastic composites for aircraft industry
Company believes thermoplastic composites vital to drive aerospace build rates.
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CRTC makes park benches from recycled aerospace carbon fiber
The Composite Recycling Technology Center is now taking orders for the world’s first park bench made from recycled aerospace grade carbon fiber.
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TenCate Advanced Composites confirmed to be on the market
TenCate is exploring options for a potential strategic partner to acquire the company as aerospace OEMs begin a more serious assessment of next-generation aircraft materials. A carbon fiber and/or resin manufacturer would be a likely suitor of TenCate.
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NIAR establishes engineering design and modification team
Consultant team comprised of 35 engineers previously employed by the Bombardier Flight Test Center.
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BRM launches line of woven webbing for aerospace applications
Bally Ribbon Mills, manufacturer of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics announces webbing for aerospace and aviation markets.
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