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September 02, 2009

FAA Approves Southwest Airlines Plan To Replace Unapproved Parts

All Parts Must Be Replaced By December 24th, Aircraft Deemed Safe To Fly

The FAA Tuesday approved a plan that would require Southwest Airlines to replace unapproved parts installed on about 50 B737 airplanes and for these aircraft to undergo inspections until fixes are made. The airline already has replaced parts on 30 other planes.

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Airbus Delivers First A318 With 'Steep Approach' Capability

BA Brings Scheduled Long-Haul Flights To City Center Airports

Airbus has delivered the first of two A318 aircraft equipped with 'steep approach' capability to British Airways. The A318 is the largest commercial aircraft certified to land at steeper than usual gradients and has the potential to transform long haul travel between city centers, saving time and cost to the business traveller. 

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