Networks – Page 235
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NewsGA pilot numbers drop due to economic climate
Flying clubs are fighting to retain and attract members in a climate of both increasing costs in a tough economic environment and falling pilot numbers
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Virgin refuses to surrender BMI to IAG
Virgin Atlantic is refusing to back down in the scrap for UK operator BMI, opting to appeal the European Commission's approval of rival International Airlines...
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NewsIN FOCUS: Why Flydubai is anything but Emirates lite
Emirates' spin-off Flydubai is no longer dependent on the larger airline, having developed its own infrastructure and identity.
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NewsIN FOCUS: High-visibility Etihad staffs up for landmark 205-aircraft Farnborough order
Fast-growing Etihad dangles carrots to attract the best-possible talent as it builds a reputation of prestige and luxury
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NewsBoeing and Spirit suspend Wichita operations after tornado
Spirit AeroSystems and Boeing have suspended operations in Wichita, Kansas, after a tornado ripped through the southeast corner of the city late on 14 April....
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NewsIN FOCUS: Emirates recruits for continuing growth with fleet set to grow by two aircraft a month in 2012
Emirates look to employ direct entry captains for the first time in many years
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NewsIN FOCUS: Air Arabia pushes the attractions of working for a low-cost carrier
Air Arabia has pioneered a multi-base strategy during a period of rapid growth, nut never at the expense of customer service.
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NewsBoeing's 4000th 737NG to be delivered to China Southern
Boeing will deliver its 4,000th 737NG, a -700 variant of the narrowbody aircraft, to China Southern Airlines this week. The aircraft, which rolled...
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NewsEmbraer considers turboprop market too small for three manufacturers
Embraer has decided the turboprop sector is already too small to support the market's two existing manufacturers, and the Brazilian airframer has no interest in pursuing it, chief executive Frederico Curado says.
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IN FOCUS: Small steps on airline in-flight connectivity road
Connectivity in the cabin maybe on almost every airline's agenda, but its widespread adoption for passengers has been and remains a long road. Plenty...
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NewsGaruda inks deal for 11 Airbus A330-300s
Garuda Indonesia has inked a firm order for 11 Airbus A330-300 aircraft at a list price of $2.54 billion. The aircraft, to be powered by Rolls-Royce...
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NewsBrussels prepares to adopt continuous descent approach
Optimal landings given the go-ahead at Belgian airport after a period of testing
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Spirit cites flexibility in future fleet plan
Spirit Airlines is likely to use part of its 75 Airbus A320 family aircraft order to replace 28 aircraft in its current fleet that will be returned to lessors,...
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NewsIN FOCUS: Early Superjet experience points to trials and promise
In the year since type certification was gained, the Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) has demonstrated mixed results.
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Virgin Australia invests A$8 million in Skywest
Virgin Australia will invest Australian dollars (A$) 8 million ($8.3 million) in regional carrier Skywest Airlines, effectively taking a 10% stake in the...
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Garuda eyes turboprop aircraft for low-density routes
Garuda Indonesia plans to buy turboprop aircraft to serve low-density routes in eastern Indonesia.
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Garuda to add 21 aircraft this year, plans fleet growth
Garuda Indonesia will be taking delivery of 21 aircraft this year as part of its fleet expansion and renewal plan. This includes five Bombardier CRJ1000...
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MROAM: TAM's MRO unit joins Airbus MRO network
Brazilian carrier TAM's maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business unit has joined Airbus' MRO network.
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MROAM: Airlines highlight maintenance issues
Several carriers have described what they perceive as widespread problems in the maintenance, repair and overhaul industry at a panel at the MRO Americas...
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AIRCRAFT FINANCE SPECIAL REPORT: No recovery expected in second-hand narrowbody market
Appraisers do not expect to see any relief in the second-hand market for narrowbodies this year as ongoing troubles in the financial markets continue to limit the amount of lending available from European banks.