AvTalk Episode 116: WTO look there’s China

What this episode covers

On this episode of AvTalk, the US and EU close the book on their aviation subsidies fight and turn their attention to China. CFM debuts its new RISE engine platform. And Airbus and Cathay Pacific are working on single pilot operations for the A350 in cruise. The EU and US make nice, turn their attention to China After nearly two decades of acrimony and countless back-and-forth legal challenges the European Union and United States have agreed to halt their fight over commercial aircraft subsidies at the World Trade Organization, and instead turn their attention to what they call “non-market economies,” e.g., China, as the competition to design and build the next commercial airliner expands. Airbus and Cathay Pacific working on A350 single pilot operations We explain Airbus’ proposal for single pilot operations on the A350 during cruise periods and some of the challenges that Airbus and any airline will have implementing single-pilot operations CFM RISEs to the occasion CFM, the joint venture between General Electric Aviation and Safran announced its new RISE program (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines), an engine platform build on open-rotor technology that targets a 20% reduction in emissions from current engines. US DOT wants $25.5 million from Air Canada Air Canada is facing a proposed $25.5 million fine from the US Department of Transportation for not refunding passengers for canceled flights during the pandemic. We break down what the DOT is saying and why Air Canada says it shouldn’t have to pay. Other aviation news Yes, other things happened! Ryanair got its first MAX, PLAY got its first aircraft, Lufthansa is sending big planes to small places, and South African Airways might soon be in private hands. Let us know what you think (and let your friends know) Thank you so much for listening! Like the podcast? Have suggestions for future shows? Let us know by leaving a review on iTunes. Reviews on iTunes not only help us make a better show, they help more people find the podcast! Want to send us additional feedback, just email us. And tell that friend who asked you for a podcast recommendation that AvTalk is the one they want to listen to next.