Latin America – Page 66
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Aerolineas grounds 15 737s after hailstorm
Aerolineas Argentinas has grounded 15 Boeing 737 aircraft in its domestic and regional fleet, after the aircraft were damaged by a severe hailstorm on 14 March at Buenos Aires Aeroparque airport.
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Analysis
ANALYSIS: Latin America shows signs of defence spending recovery
As military aircraft makers occupy the exhibit halls of the 19th FIDAE air show in Santiago, Chile, in early April, the focus of the Chilean air force's acquisitions staff is likely to be about 8,000 miles away, in a small city in southeastern Poland.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Saab continues refining Gripen Maritime
Saab is continuing to refine the design of its Gripen Maritime carrier-optimised fighter, as it eyes long-term possibilities for the proposed variant in Brazil and India.
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NewsEmbraer reports business jet revenue slide as outlook remains flat
Embraer Executive Jets recorded a 14% fall in revenues in 2017, as a result of an "unfavourable mix of aircraft deliveries". Although its performance is forecast to remain flat throughout 2018, the Brazilian airframer is upbeat about its prospects, as the market starts to turn a corner.
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AnalysisINSIGHT FROM FLIGHTGLOBAL: The Big Data landscape
How the aviation and aerospace sectors view the Big Data opportunity
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Embraer reports slight rise in 2017 defence revenue
Revenue generated from Embraer’s defence and security division rose 1.9% to $951 million in 2017.
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Embraer working 'very hard' to conclude Boeing talks: CEO
Embraer says it is working "very hard" to conclude talks with Boeing, even as the Brazilian manufacturer cautions that a deal might not even materialise.
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PICTURE: Norwegian Air Argentina unveils first aircraft
Norwegian Air Argentina has presented formally its first Argentina-registered Boeing 737-800 (LV-HQH) at Buenos Aires Ezeiza International airport.
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US and Brazil airline JVs to progress with senate approval
US and Brazilian carriers are eager to move ahead with joint venture plans, following the approval of the US-Brazil open-skies deal by the Brazil senate on 7 March.
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Embraer to deliver five to 10 E190-E2s this year
Embraer expects to deliver between five and 10 E190-E2s in 2018, refining its delivery target for the recently certified aircraft.
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SNAPSHOT: More than 1,700 airliners delivered in 2017
Almost $110 billion of airliners were delivered in 2017, Flight Fleets Analyzer data shows based on Ascend’s 2017 Full-Life Base Values.
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Analysis
ANALYSIS: Surging economies lifting air cargo demand
Of all the signs that the global economy is recovering after a prolonged post-crisis slump – rising employment, rising business confidence and even inflation – one sure indicator of better times can be found in air freight. Indeed, 2017 was an exceptional year for air freight demand, with industry-wide freight ...
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AnalysisANALYSIS: New tools help airlines mitigate impact of disruption
When you are one of hundreds of passengers whose flights have been delayed or cancelled, it is a dispiriting and frustrating experience. More likely than not you will be standing in line waiting for information, or vouchers for a meal or hotel. Never mind those plans for business meetings, family ...
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Embraer expects no critical issues with E2 seat supply
Embraer does not see seat-supply shortages as a major threat to the production ramp-up plan for its E-Jet E2 family.
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Copa interested in Boeing's proposed NMA: CEO
Copa Airlines is considering Boeing's planned New Mid-market Airplane (NMA), which it says could potentially provide additional capacity on its longest routes, chief executive Pedro Heilbron tells FlightGlobal.
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Embraer gains certification for E190-E2
Embraer has received airworthiness certification for the E190-E2 from Brazilian, European and US regulators, clearing the way for first delivery to launch operator Wideroe.
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Global capital demands for new commercial aircraft soar past $120 billion
Capital requirements for the airline sector are flying higher than ever before, driven by strong passenger traffic and aircraft fleet demand, transforming aviation into a mainstream finance and asset class. According to a new report released today from the aviation data and analytics leader FlightGlobal.
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American to drop La Paz in July
American Airlines will drop La Paz in Bolivia from its network beginning 4 July, in response to insufficient market demand.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: 'Sleeping' Ecuador awakens to airlines
With its embracing of open skies, Ecuador has brought about new optimism in an airline industry that is hoping to see changes similar to those witnessed in Argentina over the recent year.
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TAME seeks codeshare partners amid turnaround
Ecuador's state-owned airline TAME wants to begin codesharing with foreign carriers, as part of a plan to turn around the loss-making airline.