All In Depth – Page 19
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In depthAirline coronavirus recovery tracker: December 2020 update
Our regular examination of the latest global data for several key airline market indicators, including traffic and capacity in passenger and cargo markets, airport passenger throughput, in-service and stored fleets, jet fuel costs, and share price trends for the world’s largest groups.
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JAL pursues path as urban air mobility innovator
Japan Airlines’ foray into the urban air mobility (UAM) sector could one day see the airline benefit from alternative revenue streams .
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Flight International festive quiz 2020
The landing lights are on for Flight 2020 after the bumpiest journey any of us on board have experienced. Before we take-off again into the hopefully sunnier skies of 2021, it is time, as always, to reflect on the 12 months that was with our always popular festive quiz. How much attention have you paid to the news, grim though it has mostly been? Has lockdown stunted or sharpened your aircraft spotting skills? This is your chance to end 2020 on a high. There are 25 multiple choice questions. Score 20 or more and celebrate your status as a Total Aviation Person. If your tally is between 12 and 20, you are well on your way to your captain’s stripes. Get five to 11 right and a few more lessons in the simulator are required. Fewer than five and you are well and truly grounded – until December 2021 at least.
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How France’s DGA kept flight testing safe during pandemic
FlightGlobal spoke to General Arvind Badrinath, director of flight testing for France’s DGA defence procurement agency, about its activities this year.
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How the different helicopter markets are shaping up
FlightGlobal takes a look at the latest product developments across the various segments of the helicopter market.
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Helicopters: the crack troops of the war on wildfires
Rotorcraft are able to tackle forest blazes in a way fixed-wing aircraft can not. We look at what the various assets on the market can offer
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The changing balance of NATO’s European fighter fleet
We detail the combined combat power of European NATO nations.
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How the world’s air forces came to the rescue in troubled 2020
Militaries around the world made good use of their fleets in response to the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, while also meeting more regular commitments. Our annual snapshot looks at the in-service picture.
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A year in headlines: IATA grapples with airline industry’s gravest crisis
In this timeline, we recall some of industry body’s key moments from an unprecedented period for airlines and the wider travel sector
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Women have 14% of top airline jobs in slow trend towards parity
FlightGlobal’s survey of the crisis-hit airline industry reveals progress has been made on improving the C-suite gender balance over the past 12 months – but from a low base
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Changing faces leading the airline industry’s bid for recovery
A number of long-standing airline leaders have either announced their intention to or stepped down over the past six months leaving their successors with the challenge of taking over during the toughest of challenges
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Airline coronavirus recovery tracker: November 2020 update
Our regular examination of the latest global data for several key airline market indicators, including traffic and capacity in passenger and cargo markets, airport passenger throughput, in-service and stored fleets, jet fuel costs, and share price trends for the world’s largest groups.
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How Atlas freighter crash revived scrutiny of pilot performance tracking
When investigators delivered their scathing verdict on the loss of Giant 3591, the Atlas Air Boeing 767-300F that disintegrated after diving into a lake on approach to Houston on 23 February 2019, the language barely contained their frustration over the missed opportunities to prevent the accident.
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How simulator training providers are keeping military pilots ready
Simulation-based training is a crucial element in preparing military aviators around the globe for the full scope of operations – our annual report looks at the devices in use worldwide.
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CAE to help aspiring pilots fund their training
Scheme to give less-well-off candidates a route to the cockpit could help with supply once demand returns.
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Flight test: Gulfstream’s G600 long ranger
With 6,500nm range and a wealth of cabin and flight safety innovations, the G600 is Gulfstream’s latest offering – we put it through its paces.
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Why is flightcrew training failing so many?
Regardless of the current crisis, many would-be commercial pilots lack the aptitude to get an airline job. One aviation veteran believes changes to the system are needed – in Europe at least – before the sector starts to recruit again.
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Technical description: Why Dassault’s latest Falcon has 6X appeal
Following its launch in 2018 as a replacement for the ill-fated 5X, Dassault’s latest, highly advanced twinjet is set to make its first appearance ahead of a planned entry into service in 2022.
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Resilient Philippine Airlines fights the odds against coronavirus
The Philippines has had a tough run during the coronavirus pandemic, but Philippine Airlines (PAL) is determined to keep fighting to preserve the island nation’s connectivity.
