MS-21 completes fourth flight test for EASA certification
Single-aisle jetliner with out of autoclave composite wing steps closer to certification.
Hannah Mason
Associate Editor, CompositesWorld
FACC receives 2019 Diamond Supplier certification from Bombardier
Bombardier awarded the certificate for the development and production of the wing-to-body fairings for its Global 7500 and Challenger 350 programs.
FACC earns spot in Boeing Premier Bidder Program
The spot is in recognition of the group’s consistent high performance as a Boeing supplier.
FACC strengthens financial position ahead of cost reductions
COVID-19-related challenges have spurred further implementation of FACC’s 2019 cost reduction program, which is expected to generate total annual savings of up to €50 million.
People in Composites: March 2020
ACMA, KraussMaffei, FACC, LANXESS, and UAMMI announce new hires in the composites industry.
Rolls-Royce honors FACC with Best Practice Award
The Austrian aerospace group has been a partner of Rolls-Royce for more than 20 years.
FACC receives CAAC Part-145 maintenance certification
With CCAC certification, FACC can now offer its maintenance, repair and modification services to Chinese airlines.
FLEXOP aeroelastic wings achieve first flight
As part of the European Union’s FLEXOP project, DLR and TUM researchers are working on new technologies to control flutter while allowing wings to be made lighter.
Scott Francis
Contributing Editor, CompositesWorld
Irkut Corp. completes construction of fourth MS-21-300 flight test aircraft
Russian jetliner with OOA infused wing steps nearer to certification. See CW’s historical timeline of the MS-21.
FACC receives FAA STC approval for its Passenger Luggage Space Upgrade
U.S. airlines can retrofit A320 family aircraft with modified storage compartments said to enable 67% more storage space at reduced weight.
FACC secures three-digit million order from Bombardier
FACC will produce composites-intensive thrust reverser trans cowl components for the A320neo aircraft family, part of its first collaboration with Bombardier Belfast.
Collins Aerospace extends supply contract with FACC
FACC manufactures carbon fiber composite thrust reverser translating sleeves for engine nacelles on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A350.
FACC to manufacture radomes for Airbus A220
FACC will start delivery of the radomes in 2020 and will manufacture them for the Airbus A220 under a life-of-program contract.
FACC enters into cooperation with MRO distributor STAECO
In China, STAECO will take over the distribution of FACC's entire aftermarket services portfolio in the field of commercial aviation.
FACC receives Airbus "Innovation Award"
The award was presented to FACC for its contribution to composite components for the Airbus Wing of Tomorrow program.
Hannah Mason
Associate Editor, CompositesWorld
FACC to manufacture aircraft radomes for Bombardier
The life of program contract includes radomes for Bombardier’s Challenger and Global business jet families.
DLR tests flexible and actively-controlled wing designs
Carbon and glass fiber aeroelastic and flutter wing concepts tested as part of multi-partner FLEXOP project.
Automated, in-situ inspection a necessity for next-gen aerospace
Inline inspection technologies continue to evolve with the aim of providing faster and more accurate part inspection.
Large, high-volume, infused composite structures on the aerospace horizon
Infused carbon fiber composite structures are not new, but they have never been built at the rates anticipated for next-generation, single-aisle aircraft. It is a daunting prospect — but a feasible one.
FACC to open composites facility in Croatia
The facility will build composite cabin components for commercial and business aircraft.
Opportunities, challenges for composites in future aircraft
As the commercial aerospace sector prepares for a new round of major program launches, the question of where and how composites will be applied weighs heavily on the supply chain.
FACC Wichita performs 1000th split scimitar winglet modification
FACC Solutions Inc., the company’s Wichita, Kan., U.S. subsidiary, will deliver the 1000th shipset of its modified Boeing 737 winglet to Southwest Airlines.
Hannah Mason
Associate Editor, CompositesWorld
FACC recognizes top-performing suppliers
Top winners of FACC’s annual Supplier Awards include autoclave and composites manufacturers.
FACC receives “Best Performer” supplier award from Airbus
FACC has been a supplier for Airbus for more than 30 years, contributing advanced lightweight construction systems for multiple aircraft programs.
FACC receives STC approval for its Passenger Luggage Space Upgrade program
The glass fiber-reinforced composite overhead stowage bins are said to increase space while reducing weight by up to 67 percent.
FACC enters strategic cooperation with Proponent
Proponent will assist FACC in marketing and selling its MRO services and product innovations for aircraft upgrades and modifications.
FACC delivers 1000th outer flaps shipset for Airbus A321
The outer flaps of the Airbus A321 are manufactured from carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) and glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP).
FACC joins aerospace industry association SPACE
FACC will collaborate with SPACE in order to prepare the downstream supply chain of the aerospace industry for more stringent requirements associated with growth.