CFM Seals Leap Engine Deals With Saudia, Flyadeal, Flynas
The engine sales and Rate-Per-Flight-Hour (RPFH) services contracts were announced during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Saudi Arabia on Dec. 4.
Daily Memo: Allegiant, Viva Aerobus Bring ULCCs Into JV Fray
The Biden administration is skeptical about the benefits of immunized joint ventures (JVs), but even it will be hard-pressed to deny the merits of the proposed tie-up between Allegiant Air and Viva Aerobus.
777 Partners Places 30-Aircraft 737 MAX Order
Miami-based investment firm 777 Partners has placed a firm order for 30 Boeing 737 MAXs, including its first 737-8200s, the companies said Dec. 7.
U.S. Domestic Air Freight Growth Forecast (2022-2050)
A new analysis forecasts the value and tonnage for air freight in 2050 will more than double from 2020.
American Airlines CEO Doug Parker To Retire In March 2022
American Airlines CEO Doug Parker, arguably the architect of modern airline consolidation in the U.S., is retiring in March 2022, the company announced Dec. 7.
Breeze Adds Long Island, Palm Beach To Network
The launch of flights from ISP brings Breeze Airways CEO David Neeleman back to the New York market where the airline entrepreneur launched JetBlue Airways in 1998.
EU, Oman Sign Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement
The move signals Oman’s ambition of a more liberalized air traffic accord with the 27 member states.
Qantas Plans Rapid Rise In Domestic Capacity
Qantas is seeing another surge in domestic travel as more interstate borders reopen, and the carrier is also optimistic about international demand with the return of many overseas routes.
African Carriers Suffering From Continued Restrictions, AFRAA Says
The poor rate of recovery of African passenger traffic–and thus revenues–“is a direct threat to the survival of the African aviation industry,” according to its main representative body.
Vietjet Readies For European Debut With Summer 2022 Moscow Flights
The Vietnamese LCC expects to touch down in Europe with service to Moscow from next July.
Airbus Booked 318 Orders, Reported 75 Cancellations In November
Airbus recorded 75 cancellations in November, partially offsetting a strong order month boosted by the Dubai Airshow.
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