Boeing continues to study new aircraft to replace 737, while Airbus reveals A320 NEO plans

Boeing continues to study new aircraft to replace 737

Boeing continues to evaluate the possible timeline for launching a successor to the 737, VP and GM-737 program Beverly Wyse told ATW at the Zhuhai Air Show Nov. 17.

“We haven’t made a firm decision yet but we are considering it,” said Wyse. “Right now, we are in the phase of communicating with our customers and gathering information from them on this issue.” Boeing is seeking a 25% improvement in fuel efficiency over existing types a new aircraft would replace in the 100-200 seat size range.

Full text: http://atwonline.com/aircraft-engines-components/news/boeing-continues-study-new-aircraft-replace-737-1117



Airbus reveals A320 NEO plans

John Leahy, the EADS-owned airframer's chief salesman, unveiled an artist's impression of the re-engined narrowbody during a presentation at an EADS investor forum in Toulouse. A slide exhibiting the aircraft outlines targeted efficiency gains over the current A320. The NEO would have a fuel burn around 15% lower than variants now in production. The bypass ratio would increase from five in the present generation of engines to between nine and 12. Fan diameter rises from around 1,600mm (64in) to 2,025mm (81in).

Full Text: http://www.flightglobal.com/articles/2010/11/18/349865/airbus-reveals-a320-neo-plans.html

EADS Slide [PDF 9.2MB]