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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

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Airbus and Boeing Ramp Up Jet Output with Advanced Materials Airbus and Boeing are set to significantly increase production to 100 jets per month, focusing on using lightweight plastic components and robotic assembly to meet future demand and efficiency goals.

2025-03-24T02:45:46.471454-07:00

Airbus and Boeing Ramp Up Jet Output with Advanced Materials

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Sophia High Tech Advances Metal AM with Automated Depowdering Sophia High Tech has integrated the Solukon SFM-AT350 system to automate the depowdering process for metal additive manufacturing (AM) components, streamlining production in aerospace applications. This innovation enhances efficiency and quality control, marking a significant step forward in aerospace manufacturing technologies.

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Sophia High Tech Advances Metal AM with Automated Depowdering

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Rolls-Royce Plans US Manufacturing Expansion to Mitigate Tariff Impacts Rolls-Royce is adapting its supply chain strategies by potentially increasing its US manufacturing footprint in response to tariffs imposed by the previous administration. This shift aims to reduce dependency on international suppliers and strengthen the company's resilience against geopolitical challenges.

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Rolls-Royce Plans US Manufacturing Expansion to Mitigate Tariff Impacts

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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

Aviation Week

Lisi Group to Supply Aerospace Fasteners After SPS Fire Following a fire at SPS Fastener, Lisi Group is prepared to backfill the supply of critical aerospace fasteners, as confirmed by CEO Emmanuel Viellard. This move ensures continuity in fastener supply crucial for aerospace manufacturing and operations.

2025-03-20T04:33:35.745913-07:00

Lisi Group to Supply Aerospace Fasteners After SPS Fire

New York Times

US Tariffs Threaten Boeing's Global Supply Chain The aerospace sector, heavily dependent on international suppliers, faces significant challenges due to US-imposed tariffs. These measures could disrupt Boeing's operations, highlighting the vulnerabilities in its global supply chain.

2025-03-19T08:09:09.249563-07:00

US Tariffs Threaten Boeing's Global Supply Chain

CNBC

Boeing CFO Eases Tariff Concerns Amid Improving Cash Flow Boeing CFO Brian West assured stakeholders that tariffs are unlikely to severely impact the supply chain or commercial jet business in the near term. Meanwhile, the company sees positive momentum with a decrease in cash burn this quarter and enhancements in factory operations.

2025-03-19T07:03:04.773588-07:00

Boeing CFO Eases Tariff Concerns Amid Improving Cash Flow

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Aircraft Delivery Delays Impact Airlines' Profits Gediminas Ziemelis of Avia Solutions Group reveals the financial strain caused by supply chain disruptions in new aircraft deliveries, affecting airlines' bottom lines significantly. His insights shed light on the challenges faced by carriers amid ongoing logistical issues.

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Aircraft Delivery Delays Impact Airlines' Profits

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