All Analysis – Page 6
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Bahrain’s freight players take growth steps
Boeing freighters sporting DHL’s distinctive yellow and red paint scheme are an unmistakable and familiar sight at Bahrain International. The German logistics and parcels carrier – which has had a presence in the kingdom for 40 years – has helped Bahrain establish a reputation as one of the Middle East’s key cargo crossroads.
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How Clean Aviation is spearheading Europe’s decarbonisation drive
EU-funded programme’s first tranche of research projects will go live in coming months but many will take advantage of existing R&D programmes, as initiative focuses on ambitious greenhouse gas-reduction goals.
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Will governments rise to the net-zero challenge after ICAO landmark deal?
There was elation and relief when the 41st General Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) adopted a Long-Term Aspirational Goal of net-zero carbon emissions from air transport by 2050.
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Vueling heads IAG carrier capacity and profits return
Spanish low-cost carrier Vueling is leading the pace in restoring capacity and profit returns among IAG carriers as the group sees all but British Airways and Level operating at or above 2019 ASKs in the first quarter of next year.
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Boeing cuts 737 Max delivery forecast as wait on Chinese carriers continues
Boeing’s chief executive is hopeful that China’s Covid-19 lockdowns – not US-China political friction – is the reason why Chinese airlines are still not taking delivery of new 737 Max. But he has no indication Chinese airlines are poised soon to start again receiving the Boeing narrowbody.
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Can Argentina’s aviation sector tap growth potential?
Argentinian carriers young and old are seeking to take advantage of a post-pandemic tourism drive in the country, but the growth path ahead is far from certain.
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Brexit EASA licence issue puts crews on countdown
When the UK opted to leave the EU, the complex process of ‘Brexit’ disentanglement included controversially unhitching its aviation regulatory functions from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and re-establishing the Civil Aviation Authority as a separate oversight organisation.
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How US airlines are tackling pilot shortage crisis
The post-pandemic US pilot shortage has caused carriers to cut services, prompting initiatives intended to smooth new recruits’ path to the cockpit – but barriers remain.
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Why aerospace must do more to get pilot mental health reporting on the level
When pilot Alan Smith took an anti-depressant medication after a stressful relocation to a new city, he had no idea what lay in store: a months-long odyssey that almost derailed his future career prospects and cost thousands of dollars in unexpected expenses.
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Max variants to miss certification cut-off
Boeing appears set to miss a critical December deadline to secure certification for its 737 Max 7, after it was late in providing some supporting assessments to the US Federal Aviation Administration.
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The AAM revolution is here. Will the public get on board?
If the vision presented by the advanced air mobility (AAM) industry becomes reality, revolutionary aircraft will soon fill the skies over cities, suburbs and rural areas. But AAM companies face a major challenge before taking off – earning the public’s trust.
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Business aviation firms get ready for World Cup kick-off
Charter companies and FBOs are expecting a big win from the FIFA tournament in Qatar next month as thousands of fans opt to fly privately
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Strong demand trends for Latin region but economic concerns ahead
Delegates are set to gather in Buenos Aires on 16 October for the 18th edition of the ALTA AGM & Airline Leaders Forum – an event that takes place against a backdrop of positive developments relating to Covid-19 but with challenges emerging elsewhere.
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How Abra Group could change balance of airline power in Latin America
As Avianca and Gol continue to work towards the creation of a new airline holding company in the region, the latest data shows why the tie-up is attracting so much interest and scrutiny.
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How leading Latin carriers are faring in return to pre-crisis levels
After the most challenging of two years, the recent earnings quarter for Latin American operators offered an altogether more positive picture.
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Beyond C919 certification euphoria, Comac confronts sobering realities
Getting its C919 certificated is only the start of a potentially long journey for Chinese airframer Comac, as it will have to scale up production and grow orders amid simmering geopolitical tensions.
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How far will governments at ICAO back net-zero aspirations?
What are the industry’s expectations of the ICAO 41st General Assembly? And with so many other competing demands for government funds post-Covid, when it comes down to the wire, how highly will governments actually rank decarbonising the aviation sector?
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Asia-Pacific MROs bullish on recovery, though supply chain woes loom large
While recovery continues apace, Asia-Pacific MRO providers are warning that supply chain issues – a pre-existing challenge made worst by the pandemic – are among near-term hurdles.
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Why ICAO Assembly is crucial for aviation’s decarbonisation effort
Airlines and airports say governments must use the 41st ICAO Assembly – which begins this week in Montreal – to formally commit to targets that support the commercial aviation industry’s decarbonisation timeline.
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How airlines’ environmental investments are already paying dividends
Despite their geographical and operational differences, US carriers United Airlines and JetBlue Airways, Norwegian regional airline Wideroe, and Spain’s Air Nostrum have a common goal: to be pioneers in sustainability.