I can only imagine the development and technology that we're missing out on because of the contraction ( and demise) of the worlds aircraft manufacturers. Could you envision what the neat new ideas and technology that would be available today if we still had some of the manufacturers around and producing aircraft today. I mean the likes of Lockheed Commercial, McDonnell Douglas, Vickers, Hawker Siddley, Tupolev, Ilyushin, Yakovlev. Yeah, I know some were not as good as others but I believe competition breeds innovation. The rebirth of some Russian and Japanese makers in the 100 seat market is a breath of fresh air. Having just 2 main manufacturers doesn't quite make the necessary innovation so crucial but at least there are 2 not one. I am aware of the ground breaking technologies that each company brings, I am just wishing for more of a push and more large players joining the mix.
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