Conservative 737 MAX timeline indicates change in Boeing tone
On January 21, 2020, Boeing announced that the manufacturer now expects the 737 MAX to return to service…
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Boeing CEOs timeline: will Calhoun bring change?
When the Boeing 737 MAX was grounded by aviation authorities in March 2019, nobody expected it to last…
What would Flybe collapse mean for the United Kingdom?
Reports and rumors about the financial difficulties at the British regional carrier Flybe prompted some interesting reactions. Some…
Is Boston Logan International the next Transatlantic frontier?
Travel between Europe and North America has become a cash cow for many full-service carriers, especially for airlines…
All Nippon Airways to receive third Airbus A380
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s biggest carrier, announced the introductory date of its third Airbus A380, the Flying…
Will airline alliances fade into mediocrity in the next decade?
As the majority of the world celebrated Christmas, China Southern Airlines (ZNH) planted a very unwelcome gift under…
Going places: where does Qatar Airways fly next? (Part II)
To read Part 1 of the in-depth look of the current situation of Qatar Airways, please read the…
In-depth: Qatar Airways global expansion despite blockade
Since 2017, a Saudi Arabia-led blockade has had its fair share of negative impact on Qatar Airways’ operations.…
Abu Dhabi low-cost rumble: Wizz Air versus Air Arabia and Etihad
On December 12, 2019, Wizz Air announced that it plans to establish its first subsidiary outside of Europe,…
Ultra-long range flight “trials” and PR magic behind them
Over the past few months, a lot of noise had been generated by airlines regarding their ultra-long-range flights.…
Air Italy to open US market for Gulf carriers?
The Milanese adventure of Qatar Airways, Air Italy and Oman Air, the flag carrier of a country, which…
EASA approves A319neo with PW1100G engines; what about demand?
The smallest available Airbus A320neo family jet, the A319neo, has been approved by the European Union Aviation Safety…
With new CEO and secured funding, where does Norwegian go next?
On November 20, 2019, Norwegian Air Shuttle announced that the company finally found a replacement for its long-standing…
How are Europe’s low-cost carriers handling price wars?
With a price war raging on in Europe between full-service carriers and their no-frills counterparts, the former airlines…
Industry turbulence could result in mixed Dubai Airshow 2019
On November 17, 2019, the Dubai World Centre’s doors will open to greet thousands upon thousands of aviation…
Finnair is “big, small” airline poised for sustainable growth
During Finnair Capital Markets Day 2019, the airline’s Chief Executive Officer, Topi Manner, started his speech by stating…
Battle of Vienna 2019: Low-cost carriers versus Austrian Airlines
Battle of Vienna 2019: Low-cost versus Austrian AirlinesAs Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) group announced its Q3 2019 results on…
Qatar Airways and Etihad set to battle over Indian market
Two Middle East airlines are set to battle it out on who gains the most out of one…