All articles by Brendan Sobie – Page 39
-
News
Aircraft & engines: Playing catch up
The revamped Airbus A350 finally gives airlines a real alternative to the Boeing 787 and gives the 777 a new competitor. But is it too little, too late for Airbus?
-
-
News
IATA gets tough on safety
IATA has kicked out six airlines for failing to meet a deadline at the end of December 2006 for contracting an accredited firm to conduct an IATA operational safety audit (IOSA).
-
News
Worth the effort?
Interlines seem like a win-win proposition for all carriers as a welcome revenue source. So why are low-cost operators wary of them?
-
News
Ryanair eyes another Aer Lingus bid
An Aer Lingus takeover remains on Ryanair's radar screen despite resistance from the flag carrier's employees and shareholders.
-
News
Jumping the queue: Mobile phone check in
Airlines and airports are beginning to use mobile phone technology for checking in and even boarding passengers, but will it become as universal as the self-service kiosk?
-
NewsMister fix-it: Khaya Ngqula, South African Airways
South African Airways chief executive Khaya Ngqula has made great strides towards reviving the troubled flag carrier. Can his business model solve the troubles besetting beleaguered carriers elsewhere?