All Systems & interiors articles – Page 558
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Court orders Olympic to repay aid
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has called time on the Greek government’s machinations to stave off the financial collapse of flag carrier Olympic Airlines, ruling that Athens has not done enough to recover €194 million ($244 million) of unlawful aid.
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NewsGodfrey's growing pains at Virgin Blue
Virgin Blue Chief Executive Brett Godfrey is trying to redefine the airline as the Australian market reaches saturation point.
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EU proposes poverty tax
The European airline industry has reacted angrily to a proposal from European Union (EU) finance ministers for a poverty tax on air tickets to pay for aid to developing countries.
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No more science fiction
Dr Philippe Rochat, executive director of the Air Transport Action Group which lobbies on behalf of the aviation industry on environmental matters, responds to the Green Party’s stance on airlines and the environment
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As good as it gets
Although it may not have felt that way, the industry may already have seen the best of the economic upturn, writes Chris Tarry
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Iceland’s overseas push
Icelandair’s parent company has branched into aircraft leasing as part of a new investment strategy, while the wider Icelandic aviation community is beginning an acquisition drive.
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Eurocontrol warns of ACAS perils
Airborne collision-avoidance systems are ‘inappropriate’ for self-separation or sequencing says safety bulletin
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UK leads battle against new Eurocontrol charges
CAA fears harmonised approach and departure fee proposal will burden small airports
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The light stuff fantastic
With the growing use of carbonfibre composites in aircraft construction, new certification standards are being developed for an evolving technology
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Airbus eyes extended-range A350
Maximum take-off weight increases under evaluation for twinjet could help it compete with Boeing 777-200ER
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Airbus in A380 rescheduling talks
New production plan discussed with launch customers but manufacturer still committed to first delivery next year