MUMBAI- Today we received good news from both Airbus and Boeing. Airbus A321XLR is in the final stage of flight testing and certification, on the other hand, Boeing has fixed the problem with the 737 MAX 7 and 10 engine anti-ice system.
Let’s begin with European planemaker and find out how it’s getting ready to deliver its long-range single-aisle airliner.
Airbus A321XLR EIS Preparation
For the last four years, both Airbus customer service and development teams have been working in synchronization to implement necessary feedback and make changes.
Following this, the airlines and operators will be updated on a regular basis post deliveries regarding technical manuals, availability of spares, and most important of all, the training.
Airbus’ biggest challenge to getting Type Certification (TC) and entry-into-service (EIS) for A321XLR is to provide the complete set of documents known as ‘Instructions for Continued Airworthiness’ in short ICAs.
In technical terms, Airbus explained it as,
These documents ensure that the type certification airworthiness standard is maintained throughout each aircraft’s operational life. They form the basis for the operators’ approved maintenance data.’
Why Delays in EIS?
Airbus today explained that 100% of EIS documents to be completed by Summer 2024 were delayed due to new changes to some of its systems. These changes included,
New main landing gears; new wing flaps; the new integrated long-range rear centre fuel tank (RCT) requiring a new fuel system; a new high-capacity water & waste system; a new extended belly-fairing, and higher maximum take-off weight
All of this required changes to ICAs. Further, there is a new belly fairing design, which requires changes to the structural repair manual (SRM). you can read more if you want to get into technical details here.
Overall to summarize, the technical team working for A321XLR EIS will remain active post-EIS in Toulouse. The same team will serve the customers after the most awaited aircraft enters into service this year.
Now let’s move on to the Boeing update.
Boeing 737 MAX 7 and 10 Delays
According to The Air Current, the issue that was discovered last year has been fixed with a new design, which will modify the structure of the 737 MAX has led to delays for 737-7 and 737-10 certifications.
Following this, the 737 MAX 7 and 10 EIS will be delayed by late 2025. However, some airline CEOs anticipate further delays, due to this they are canceling orders or converting them into -8 or -9 variants.
Furthermore, Boeing, today reached its deadline of 90 days to submit a safety and quality report to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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