11 March 2009

GE Aviation entering new propulsion era with multiple R&D programs

GE Aviation is advancing jet propulsion and its next-generation engine core program, called eCore, through several private- and government-funded R&D programs, many with key technology milestones this year. The program involves testing demonstrator engines and engine hot sections with aggressive technical goals, new materials and 3D aerodynamic designs, unique architectures, as well as advances in

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Elbit Systems reports record fourth quarter and full year 2008 results

Elbit Systems, the international defense electronics company, reported its consolidated results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008. Consolidated revenues for the fourth quarter of 2008 increased by 18.1% to $697.9 million, from $591.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2007. Consolidated revenues for the year ended December 31, 2008 increased

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Alaska Airlines flight attendants approve contract extension

Alaska Airlines and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA jointly announced ratification of a two-year contract extension for the airline’s 2,830 flight attendants. The ratification vote extends the contract through April 2012. The contract was previously amendable on May 1, 2010. The extension offers flight attendants a 1.5-percent pay increase on May 1 of 2010 and

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