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Ever wonder why so many commercial jets have their engines mounted under their wings? Wing-mounted engines are common in the commercial aviation industry. With the exception of small and mid-size jets, most commercial jets have wing-mounted engines. They offer several key benefits over tail-mounted engines. #1) Weight Distribution Wing-mounted engines help with weight distribution. To say that jet engines are heavy would be an understatement. Depending on the size and type, they can weigh anywhere from 2,000 to 20,000 pounds — sometimes even more. Wing-mounted engines provide better weight distribution by spreading this load across both sides of the airplane,…

Today marks 30 years since easyJet operated its first-ever passenger flight. The orange-clad low-cost carrier started off small, operating wet-leased Boeing 737s on domestic routes from its first base at London Luton Airport (LTN), and has since gone on to become one of Europe’s largest airlines. In order to mark its 30th birthday, easyJet arranged for one of the flights on its first-ever route from Luton to Glasgow Airport (GLA) in Scotland to be operated solely by pilots and cabin crew who, themselves, have turned or are turning 30 this November. The carrier also marked the occasion with a special…

Bombardier launched the C Series in the early 2000s to compete in the 100–150 seat market. This acquisition marked a pivotal shift in the industry balance, giving Airbus a strategic advantage by expanding into a new segment. Struggling commercially, Bombardier sold the program to Airbus in 2018. Airbus rebranded it as the A220 and introduced it as a next-generation jet for the global market. The C Series aimed to fill the gap between regional jets and narrowbody aircraft. It offered greater efficiency. However, its commercial struggles underscored the difficulties of market entry, particularly in an industry largely dominated by Airbus…

Subscription Required By the Leeham News Team Nov. 10, 2025, © Leeham News: Boeing on Friday broke ground at its Charleston (SC) 787 production campus for a second final assembly line (FAL) building to meeting growing demand for the airplane. Boeing’s current footprint in Charleston (SC). (Note the airplane-shaped park in the upper left.) Credit: Boeing. Boeing has announced more than 300 orders for the 787-9 and 787-10 this year. There are now more than 1,000 787s in backlog. More than 1,200 have been delivered. There are hundreds of more options for the airplane and even more Letters of Intent.…

The Airbus A380 is the largest passenger aircraft ever built. That in itself does much to generate a premium image for the giant jet. The aircraft is also famously quiet, spacious, and has good air pressure. But all this is thanks to Airbus, the manufacturer. Sometimes it’s not just the aircraft itself, it’s how airlines choose to configure it that shapes an aircraft’s image. Emirates has done much to enhance the Airbus A380 and make it an icon of luxury travel. When many people imagine luxury air travel, they will commonly either picture small business jets or these massive, double-decked,…

Japan Airlines has a large and diverse fleet of commercial aircraft that it uses to serve long-haul odysseys to Europe and North America, high-demand domestic routes, and everything in between. According to present fleet data made available by ch-aviation, the Japanese flag carrier and oneworld member currently has a total of 201 aircraft at its disposal (including 51 that it flies on a wet-lease basis), and another 84 on order. In this article, we will dive deeper into the data to take a closer look at the different planes that make Japan Airlines and its diverse daily operations tick. We…

As we know, since the new US administration took office, deportations of undocumented immigrants have increased massively. As part of these efforts, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been looking for ways to expand deportation flights. But a recent Wall Street Journal report revealed an unusual development. Apparently, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem authorized the purchase of Spirit Airlines aircraft before realizing that the airline did not actually own them and that the planes had no engines. People familiar with the matter told the publication that the aircraft were intended to be used to expand deportation flights, as well…

Boeing has begun a $1 billion expansion of its 787 Dreamliner facilities in North Charleston, South Carolina, as it prepares to raise production to 10 aircraft per month in 2026. The site, which handles fabrication, final assembly, and delivery of all Dreamliner variants, will gain a second 1.2 million-square-foot final assembly building, new support facilities, and additional flight line capacity. Boeing said the project will create around 1,000 new jobs over five years and employ 2,500 construction workers during the build phase. The work is managed by HITT Contracting and BE&K Building Group. Expanding South Carolina operations A rendering shows…

Qatar Airways has built one of the most technologically advanced and diverse widebody fleets in the world. From the twin-engine Boeing 787 to the Airbus A350, its lineup reflects both ambition and adaptability. Each aircraft type serves a specific role within the network, but one clearly stands above the rest in performance and prestige. Relevant data shows that the airline’s long-haul schedules are dominated by the Airbus A350-1000. The Doha-based carrier has become synonymous with efficiency and innovation. Its ability to deploy the right aircraft on each route keeps load factors high and operating costs controlled. This balance between flexibility…

The Boeing 777-200ER has served as one of the most dependable and long-range widebody aircraft in commercial aviation. Since its introduction in the late 1990s, it has bridged the gap between the smaller 767 and the heavier 747, becoming the workhorse for major intercontinental routes. Airlines valued its balance of range, capacity, and operating efficiency, enabling nonstop links between continents with unprecedented reliability. Now, nearly three decades later, the industry is preparing to retire the type in favor of newer, more efficient successors. The question is which modern aircraft will inherit the 777-200ER’s global footprint. The shift to these newer…