SAS has followed American Airlines, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic in adding a premium economy class between business and economy on long-haul routes. The new class is set for September 2001, when the airline takes delivery of its new Airbus A340s.
Source: Airline Business
While Embraer has so far not announced any commercial jets orders at this year’s Farnborough air show, chief executive Arjan Meijer says there are numerous deals in the pipeline for at least 300 aircraft.
The US Department of Transportation is investigating whether Delta Air Lines has complied with passenger-protection laws amid a technology meltdown that has forced the carrier to cancel thousands of flights.
Leonardo is contemplating greater integration between its aerostructures business and its customers in future as it battles to return the division to profitability amid a challenging market.
