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The Real Reason Why Aircraft Recyclers Dread The Retirement Of The Airbus A350 & Boeing 787

CFRP, short for carbon fiber reinforced polymer, has become the new standard for commercial aircraft construction. Lighter and stronger than tradition

Here's Why Airbus A350 & Boeing 787 Dreamliner Recycling Will Be So Difficult In The Future
Here's Why Airbus A350 & Boeing 787 Dreamliner Recycling Will Be So Difficult In The Future

What happens when composite-heavy aircraft like A350 and B787 reach the end of their lives, and why recycling them isn’t so simple.

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Why In The World Are So Many Airbus A380s Being Scrapped?

Around 30 A380s have been scrapped, with more and more being broken down to salvage their parts and components.

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How Much Of An Aircraft Can Be Recycled?

From recycled metals to stylish, upcycled furniture, many aircraft parts can be given a new lease of life.

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Air Astana Making Progress Towards Net Zero Emissions 2050

Air Astana has co-financed a comprehensive study into developing sustainable aviation fuel production in Kazakhstan.

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The Future Of Korean Air's Airbus A380s As Dismantling Begins

The first of Korean Air's A380s is being broken up as the airline makes good on its intention to retire the fleet.

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Cotswold Airport: Where Old Airplanes End Their Lives & The Future Of Aviation Is Developed

It is a top recycling destination for unwanted aircraft and England's largest private airport.

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Want To Own Part Of Emirates' 1st Airbus A380? Here's Your Chance

The pieces of fuselage are on sale now!

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Airbus & Tarmac Aerosave Will Start Recycling Planes In China

The planemaker is forging ahead with a key element of its sustainability commitments.

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Russian Airlines Expected To Start Cannibalizing Western Aircraft For Spare Parts

The Russian aviation industry has found a way to keep its fleet operational despite sanctions.

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Etihad Retired Its Boeing 777-200LRs - Now You Can Own Part Of One

The aircraft in question served Etihad for four years.

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What Happens When An Aircraft Is Scrapped?