Aviation Industry Perspectives

[quintessentone]

Boeing issues of 2024 (up to November) Retrospective - not including December's horrific crash:



Thank goodness there are experienced pilots out there saving lives under shocking manufacturing, design and systems failures. And thank goodness and kudos for safety campaigners who strive to make air travel safer for the customer.

Airbus - bad news - poor quality:



These two are the big players in the industry and fixing their issues may be insurmountable unless they get back in the black - perhaps not diving up $33 Million among Boeing CEO's could be a good beginning.

C919 (China) vs Boeing vs Airbus:

The fascinating comparison of the C919, Airbus A320, and Boeing 737. Discover their cutting-edge features, performance capabilities, and technological advancements. From fuel efficiency to passenger comfort, we explore every aspect to determine which jet truly takes the crown. Buckle up and prepare for an exhilarating journey through the skies!

Unfortunately, the C919 manufacturing process still relies on western suppliers for critical components.

[Quantum12]

Boeing issues of 2024 (up to November) Retrospective - not including December's horrific crash:



Thank goodness there are experienced pilots out there saving lives under shocking manufacturing, design and systems failures. And thank goodness and kudos for safety campaigners who strive to make air travel safer for the customer.

Airbus - bad news - poor quality:



These two are the big players in the industry and fixing their issues may be insurmountable unless they get back in the black - perhaps not diving up $33 Million among Boeing CEO's could be a good beginning.

C919 (China) vs Boeing vs Airbus:

Unfortunately, the C919 manufacturing process still relies on western suppliers for critical components.

Thank you for posting this thread. It has great info!

[quintessentone]

You are welcome, Quantum 12. Here's some interesting information about a potential new kid on the block, that being, Embraer (Brazil).

Embraer's E2 series of jetliners is gaining attention, potentially reshaping conversations about major players in the industry. But what sets the E2 series apart?

Embraer and SAMI (Saudi) just signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a cooperation in their respective aerospace industries, prioritizing defense and security.

Read it here:

https://embraer.com/global/en/news?slug=...ity-sector

I predict a bright progressive future for Embraer's commercial aviation industry via this merger.

Listen to how quiet the Embraer engines are at 4:30 mark on video below. Also, disappointing is the lack of a harness system on the seats (my pet peeve) and the breakfast included a 'glass' jar of jam and they serve other drinks in 'glass' as well - anything glass inside a plane is a bad idea IMO just in case of a worse case scenario (less schrapnel flying around the cabin), but that's the airline's catering choice.



Bird strikes are more serious than we know. I think it's high time for a serious engine or engine fan redesign.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXdF-j6S1UY

[quintessentone]

Boeing's progress to date:

Boeing still needs a culture change to put safety above profits, according to the head of the FAA
 
"A year after a panel blew out of a Boeing 737 Max during flight, the nation’s top aviation regulator says the company needs “a fundamental cultural shift” to put safety and quality above profits.
Mike Whitaker, chief of the Federal Aviation Administration, said in an online post Friday that his agency also has more work to do in its oversight of Boeing."

https://skiesmag.com/news/boeing-still-n...f-the-faa/

"Whitaker said the FAA will review any recommendations that the safety board makes to improve FAA’s oversight work. Last summer, he admitted that FAA’s scrutiny of Boeing wasn’t good enough."

Not good enough all 'round, IMO.

Continuing safety problems/issues.

[quintessentone]

Delta airline passengers forced to evacuate due to a Boeing 757-300 (discontinued in 2004) engine fire; 4 people hurt in what is assumed caused by using the emergency slide.
 https://www.11alive.com/article/weather/...066c6c0bf7 

The emergency slide is another issue where redesign should be looked at to lessen injury.

Injuries during EvacuationMore than 80% of reported injuries due to use of slides during emergency evacuation have been minor injuries. While relatively rare, the most serious evacuation-associated injuries were the result of jumping out of exits or off of wings.

Predominant causes of injuries are:

• Friction from slide surface
  
• Impact with the ground at the bottom of the slide
  
• Falling forward onto the pavement after reaching bottom of the slide
  
• Assisting other passengers with exiting the slide at the bottom
  
• Anxiety from evacuation
  

Typical minor Injuries

• Sprain
  
• Scrapes from slides
  
• Strain
  
• Abrasions
  

https://skybrary.aero/articles/aircraft-exit-injuries