Based in Boston, Ben covers advanced air mobility and is managing editor of Aviation Week Network’s AAM Report.
Ben has a Masters degree in Political Communications from the American University in Washington D.C. Prior to joining Aviation Week, he worked for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives as its communications coordinator.
The latest round of feuding was prompted by recently issued FAA pilot supply data that shows 8,823 newly certificated commercial pilots were produced in the last 12 months in the U.S.
Aircraft lessors are optimistic that strong demand for air travel, combined with continued aircraft and engine supply constraints, bode well for their prospects in coming years.