All Strategy articles – Page 436
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NewsJetBlue likely to convert E-190s to E2: CEO
JetBlue Airways will likely convert its existing Embraer 190 orders to the re-engined E-Jet E2, after it deferred deliveries of 24 E-190s to beyond 2020.
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CAE and Jazz Aviation renew training contract
Jazz Aviation and CAE have renewed a training agreement for the Bombardier CRJ, DHC8-100/300 and Q400 aircraft types into the next decade.
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Lufthansa restarts mainline pilot recruitment
Lufthansa is to set resume ab-initio pilot training after freezing recruitment of cadets for its in-house flight academy for more than a year.
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ANALYSIS: Oneworld breaks the alliance mould with Qatar
While the arrival of Qatar Airways brings a relatively small 21 new destinations in five countries to the Oneworld network, the significance and symbolism of the addition of the airline to the global alliance stretches far wider.
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NewsScandinavian's MD-80s bow out with special flight
Scandinavian Airlines’s final three Boeing MD-80s were retired from operations on 26 October, ending 28 years of service with the carrier.
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NewsJetBlue’s E-190 deferrals widen Embraer’s 2018 production gap
JetBlue Airways decision defer delivery of 24 Embraer E-Jets by four years may make it more difficult for Embraer to maintain production of current generation E-Jets until 2018, when it begins producing its second-generation E-Jet E2.
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NewsQatar Airways formally joins Oneworld
Qatar Airways has today formally joined Oneworld, becoming the first of the major Gulf carriers to join one of the global alliances.
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NewsFAA chief calls for conversation on agency's funding model
US Federal Aviation Administration chief Michael Huerta today endorsed calls for a “thoughtful conversation” about how the agency is funded and which services it should provide.
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Spirit inspects Airbus V2500 engines following inflight failure
Spirit Airlines began delaying flights last night to perform inspections on the engines of its Airbus fleet, a move that comes after the engine failure on a Spirit Airbus A319 on 15 October.
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NewsEl Al orders two more 737-900ERs
Israeli carrier El Al has finalised an order for two additional Boeing 737-900ER aircraft, bringing the number of 737-900ERs ordered by El Al to eight, according to a Boeing media release.
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NewsKorean Air orders more Boeing widebodies
Korean Air has finalised an order for 12 Boeing aircraft, including five 747-8s, six 777-300ERs and one 787, according to a Boeing media release.
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NewsIraqi government approves CS300 acquisition
Iraq's government has approved an agreement under which it will acquire five Bombardier CSeries jets rather than additional CRJ900s.
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Delta plans Pacific network restructuring in 2014
Delta Air Lines plans to restructure its Pacific network as it expands its international operations at Seattle Tacoma International airport in 2014.
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Korean Air thrives on diversification unit
The aerospace division of Korean Air, known as KAL-ASD, has developed into a broadly diversified business with a broad range MRO, aerospace and development programmes.
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Emirates and Virgin America widen partnership
Virgin America and Emirates are expanding their partnership by allowing their frequent flyer members to earn and redeem points on each other's networks.
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NewsOman Air studies move to 50-strong fleet by 2017
Oman Air is evaluating plans to accelerate its near-term growth as part of efforts to move into profitability.
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Lufthansa to extend seat-reservation service
Lufthansa is to offer all economy-class passengers the opportunity to reserve their seat in advance.
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ANALYSIS: Why Etihad's James Hogan is empire building
The strategy by Etihad Airways chief executive James Hogan to assemble equity partnerships across the globe is delivering a fast track to growth and setting itself apart tactically from local rivals
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SAS-branded ATR 72-600 enters Jet Time fleet
Danish operator Jet Time has taken delivery of the first ATR 72-600 with which it will conduct regional services for Scandinavian Airlines.
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ANALYSIS: Virgin Australia stakes raise equity questions
The latest moves by Etihad and Air New Zealand to raise their stakes in Virgin Australia pose questions about why they and Singapore Airlines are so keen to own part of the Australian carrier, and what their long-term intentions might be.