All articles by Murdo Morrison
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Analysis
Why Bahrain’s airport still has room to grow
It may not be a mega-hub like Dubai or Doha, but Bahrain airport is looking to the next stage of its expansion, less than four years after the opening of its new terminal. On the agenda are hotels, runway improvements, an enhanced customer offer, and an expanded cargo centre
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In depth
How carriers are building up freight business in Bahrain
The kingdom is a leading hub for air freight and infrastructure investments at the airport are set to consolidate its status as a global crossroads
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Analysis
Air campaigns: how business jets play a key role in US elections
Business jets play a key role in any presidential election, the USA’s vast size requiring candidates to traverse thousands of miles to win votes
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Analysis
Jet Out eyes more expansion after opening Florida base
A blend of hometown service and national reach is how emerging ‘co-ownership’ operator Jet Out describes its offer. The Milwaukee-based company has opened its second base and is eyeing more
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Analysis
FlyExclusive chief sees strong year ahead after IPO milestone
After a turbulent run-up to its IPO late last year, fast growing private flight provider FlyExclusive chief executive Jim Segrave anticipates a strong 2025 thanks to a growing fleet and customer base
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Analysis
How are AAM developers positioning for business aviation market
Several AAM developers are displaying their wares at this week’s NBAA BACE show with the sector at a pivotal time on its journey to certification, production and market acceptance
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News
Blackhawk completes early TBM 700 STC testing
Blackhawk Aerospace has completed “baseline” flight testing for its Daher TBM 700 Series supplemental type certificate (STC) programme, describing as a “major milestone” the first flight of the single-engine turboprop powered by a higher-horsepower Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66D.
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Analysis
Aero Vodochody confident of further export deals as L-39NG is rebranded Skyfox
Aero Vodochody has renamed its L-39NG the L-39 Skyfox as it prepares to step up deliveries of the updated single-engine jet trainer to initial customers Vietnam, Hungary and local operator LOM Praha.
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Analysis
Has business aviation demand reached a new normal in the USA?
Business aviation enjoyed a post-pandemic spike in the USA – but what are the longer-term prospects for the sector ahead of its biggest annual event, and a presidential election two weeks later?
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Analysis
Are business jet developers ready to launch the next big thing?
Most business aircraft manufacturers have revealed their hands in terms of new product development ahead of this year’s NBAA convention. But will there be any surprise launches?
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Interview
Short-term resilience and longer-term sustainability focus for new Loganair boss
Loganair will remain a torchbearer for sustainable aviation, insists new chief executive Luke Farajallah – a mission begun by his predecessor.
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Analysis
Embraer Commercial looks to future after Boeing ‘divorce’ settlement
Embraer’s $150 million divorce settlement from Boeing – announced on 16 September after more than four years of legal wrangling – marks the end of one the most remarkable betrothals in recent aerospace history.
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Analysis
Could OXCCU’s perfect chemistry help to fuel aviation sector’s transformation?
Former Oxford University academics claim to have come up with a simple way of creating sustainable aviation fuel from hydrogen and carbon dioxide, and are beginning to industrialise their technology.
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News
DC Aviation becomes first declared customer for Gulfstream G400
DC Aviation is the first charter customer for the Gulfstream G400.
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News
Zero-emission seaplane developer Jekta signs with lessor Solyu for 30 aircraft
Jekta, which is behind the zero-emission PHA-ZE 100 amphibian, has signed with a recently established South Korean lessor for 30 aircraft.
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Analysis
Boeing returns to lead Top 100 aerospace companies ranked by revenue
Boeing has regained its status as the world’s biggest aerospace company, but its sales improvement masks continuing problems with profitability. Our analysis uncovers how the US giant and its industry peers performed during the financial year.
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Analysis
Ones to watch in our review of the Top 100 aerospace companies
We highlight seven companies which stood out in our analysis of the aerospace industry’s largest players
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Analysis
Fast-growing Skyborne Airline Academy gets ready to soar higher
With several airline contracts – including for British Airways’ reborn Speedbird programme – and sites on both sides of the Atlantic, Skyborne has quickly become a major provider of ab initio pilot training.
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News
EBAA to take over sole ownership of EBACE
The European Business Aviation Association has bought the sole rights to EBACE, Europe’s premium business aviation event.
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News
CFM International completes 250 tests for RISE
CFM International says its two partner companies have completed more than 250 tests on its RISE open-fan technology demonstrator programme.