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Grounded dreams: McDonnell XP-67 – the aircraft that challenged expectations but fell short

The McDonnell XP-67 was an experimental American twin-engine interceptor developed during WWII, but persistent engine and ...

Here's why a nearly new Airbus jet is more valuable as spare parts

A nearly new Spirit Airlines jet was shredded by the giant claws of a heavy-duty excavator in a video that transfixed ...

The Liberty V12 Aircraft Engine Was Designed In A Hotel Room And Forged Lincoln

Powering the legendary "Liberty Planes," this turbo-supercharged aircraft V12 sparked the founding of Lincoln and helped the Allied forces win World War I.

GE Aerospace sees engine maintenance demand hold up despite higher fuel prices

By Rajesh Kumar Singh CHICAGO, May 27 (Reuters) - GE Aerospace has not seen airlines pull back on engine maintenance or parts orders despite higher fuel prices and softer flight departures, CEO Larry ...

The C-2 Greyhound stops in 2 seconds on an aircraft carrier, carrying the engines and parts that keep Navy jets flying

The C-2 Greyhound is a legend of naval logistics. Explore how this cargo workhorse keeps aircraft carriers fully operational ...
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Airplane engines are in short supply. The business of fixing older ones is booming

TULSA, Okla. — Parts and labor shortages. Delayed deliveries of new airplanes from Boeing and Airbus. An engine recall. Premature repairs. It's all piling up, and aircraft engine shops around the ...
Flying

Cessna 172 Annual Maintenance and What It Will Cost You

Annual maintenance costs of a Cessna 172 varies based on the aircraft’s year, model, and operating mission. [Credit: Corey Sampson] Aircraft maintenance costs are categorized as fixed (preventive), ...

IndiGo approves up to $450 million aircraft, engine acquisition plan through IFSC unit

Funds will be used by the airline's wholly owned subsidiary to acquire aircraft, aircraft engines and aircraft parts ...