Launched in 2007, RUAG Aerospace's Do 228NG (Next Generation) is an updated version of Dornier's original Do 228 twin-turboprop. The aircraft is powered by 776-shp TPE331-10 engines and features other improvements such as a new glass cockpit, five-blade propellers and aerodynamic changes to the wing. The first RUAG-produced Do 228NGs were delivered in 2010. A total of 62 aircraft are forecast to be built during the 2012-21 period.

The A340 is a four-engine, intercontinental, widebody commercial transport aircraft. A prototype flew in October 1991, and deliveries began in January 1993. The A340-200 and -300 were certificated by the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) in December 1992 and FAA in February 1993. Both are powered by four 31,200-34,000-lb.-thrust CFM56-5C4 turbofan engines. Two newer models, the longer-range A340-500 and the stretched -600, are powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 500 engines. Typical seating for the -200, -300, -500 and -600 is 262, 295, 313 and 380 passengers, respectively.

Currently in development, the A350 is a twin-engine, widebody jetliner intended to compete with Boeing's 777 and 787. The A350 will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines rated at 74,000-92,000 lb. thrust and have a cruise speed around Mach 0.85. Three basic versions are being marketed: the -800, -900 and -1000. Depending on version, the A350 will seat between 270 and 350 passengers and have a range of 8,000-8,500 nm. An ultra-long-range version, the A350-900R, and a freighter, the A350-900F, are also planned.

The Australian company GippsAero is developing a 10-seat turboprop aircraft, dubbed the GA10, that is powered by a Rolls-Royce 250-B17F engine. The aircraft has a maximum takeoff weight of 2,154 kg (4,750 lb.). First flight of a GA10 developmental prototype occurred in May 2012, with Australian type certification planned by mid-2013. GippsAero is also developing the GA18 twin turboprop, which is based on the N24A Nomad.

Facilities fail to keep up with torrid passenger growth

Launched in July 2008, Bombardier's CSeries family includes two basic models: the CS100 version, which is designed to carry 110 passengers, and the larger CS300 model, seating 130. The aircraft will be powered by two Pratt & Whitney PW1500G geared turbofans producing 21,000-22,900 lb. thrust each. Both the CS100 and CS300 are to be available in standard and extended-range versions, with the CS300 as an “extra-thrust” version as well. CS100 service entry is planned for late 2013, and the CS300 is to arrive about a year later.

The A330 twin-engine, widebody commercial passenger transport was developed by Airbus to replace aircraft such as the A300, DC-10-10 and L-1011. An A330 prototype first flew in November 1992, with deliveries following in December 1993. Customers have a choice of turbofan engines in the 64,000-72,000-lb.-thrust class: the General Electric CF6-80E1, Pratt & Whitney PW4000 or Rolls-Royce Trent 700. Three A330 models are available. The A330-300 seats 335 passengers in two classes or 295 in three classes. The -200 seats 293 in two classes or 253 in three classes.

Boeing tests of a range of advanced technologies to improve fuel burn, noise and efficiency are nearing completion with its 737-800 EcoDemonstrator, the company's first such dedicated flying testbed. The aircraft is on loan from American Airlines, which partnered with Boeing on the effort along with the FAA. The agency is providing $125 million over five years toward the EcoDemonstrator under its Cleen (Continuous Lower Energy, Emissions and Noise) environmental program.