Aviation Daily Roundup: Feb. 7

February 07, 2020

Asian Airline Group Criticizes Blanket Travel Bans

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The major Asian airline industry group says some governments in the region have overreacted by imposing sweeping travel restrictions due to the coronavirus outbreak that began in China.

Spirit AeroSystems Cuts Dividend To Penny On MAX

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Spirit AeroSystems, the Wichita aerostructures giant whose fortunes are tied to the Boeing 737 MAX, has cut its April 9 quarterly dividend to a penny per share.

Boeing 777X Landing Gear Supplier Sees No Change Yet To Program

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Concern may be increasing over whether the Boeing 777X takes longer to become certified and operational, but at least one supplier on Feb. 6 said so far so good on expected production rates.

Norwegian Hands Back London Heathrow Slots

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LCC Norwegian has scrapped—at least for the present—plans to operate from London Heathrow airport, as it continues to pursue its recent policy of prioritizing profitability over growth.

Triumph Using Boeing 737 MAX Issue To Further Consolidate Plants

Credit: Triumph Group

The Boeing 737 MAX production halt is a catalyst for Triumph Group to further consolidate its interiors and Mexican operations, top executives said Feb. 6, adding more divestiture announcements should be expected this year.

Copenhagen Airport Passenger With Virus Symptoms Hospitalized

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Operations have returned to normal at Copenhagen Airport after a passenger with suspected coronavirus was taken to hospital after arriving at the airport Feb. 7 with symptoms.

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