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Airbus hints that the A220-500 will be introduced at the Paris Airshow.

Recent sources claim that Airbus is taking real steps to improve the plane’s marketability against the 737 MAX. The A220-500 may be unveiled at the Paris Airshow, according to Airbus. It could face competition from the 737 Max 8 and Embraer E2.

The plan would entail two fronts: confirming the usage of the CFM LEAP1 engine and increasing the capacity of the A220 with the A220-300 variant.

Airbus is betting on the smallest narrowbody aircraft market that will be competing directly with the Embraer E2 and Boeing 737 max 8 segments aircraft. further, it is improving the aircraft cabin seats.

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The Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engine, which has experienced issues with availability, is the only one used by the A220 at the moment. Only the LEAP1-B, which is thought to be slightly less efficient but has reported fewer issues for its operators, is used to fly the Boeing jet.

Airbus SE may introduce a larger version of its A220 single-aisle airplane as early as next month, strengthening its portfolio versus Boeing Co. in the commercial aircraft market segment with the highest sales.

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The world’s largest aircraft manufacturer has long insisted that it is a matter of when rather than if the A220-500, an expanded version of its smallest commercial jet, will be produced. The larger model would pit the aircraft against Boeing’s most popular 737 Max 8.

She may be the smallest member of the #Airbus ✈️ family but has the largest and brightest cabin in her class! With wider aisles, panoramic windows and spacious overhead bins – can you guess who's coming to #ParisAirShow 🇫🇷 ? pic.twitter.com/SG80fBaeUu— Airbus (@Airbus) June 12, 2023

Some potential customers of the aircraft, unlike Southwest Airlines, who selected the 737 MAX 7, would have a compelling argument for the A220 with LEAP1 engines.

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To offer the CFM turbofan, Airbus simply needs to offer a range comparable to the PW rival’s, or around 3,400 nautical miles.

Come and see 👀 for yourself how the #A220 has been designed to deliver a better travel experience in real life at #ParisAirShow 🇫🇷 ! pic.twitter.com/PfhC8xof2J— Airbus (@Airbus) June 12, 2023

Airbus may use the A220-500 as a way to meet the high demand for the A320neo family, notably the A321neo, LR, and XLR, which offer a remarkable range of 4,700 nautical miles.

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Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.