Aviation News Headlines
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Wichita schools invited to compete in aviation design challenge
Participating schools receive “Fly to Learn” curricula and students learn about the science of flight and airplane design. …
Source Kansas.com Aviation Feed
Vice mayor: China exports ‘shot in the arm’ Wichita needs
Expanded exports to China, particularly among Wichita’s general aviation suppliers, is what the city needs to boost its economy, says Vice Mayor Jeff Blubaugh. …
Source Kansas.com Aviation Feed
Reports: Delta to buy 50 wide-body jets from Airbus, not Boeing
Delta’s order for 50 Airbus jets is a major disappointment to Boeing. …
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Air Force official: Boeing faces challenges on KC-46 tanker program
An Air Force official reports that Boeing is facing challenges on the integration and test phase of the new KC-46 refueling tanker and is revamping the schedule. Boeing is expected to meet the deadline for first deliveries, however. …
Source Kansas.com Aviation Feed
Petition to gauge interest in opening Kansas lakes to seaplane activity
State official is considering whether to allow float-equipped airplanes on lakes managed by U.S. Corps of Army Engineers …
