Based in Austria, Kurt covers European air transport for ATW. He has been writing on the airline industry for 25 years. He appears frequently on Austrian, Swiss and German television and broadcasting channels to discuss issues affecting commercial aviation.
The CEO of Austrian aerospace supplier FACC says Comac is increasingly asking FACC for more parts this year to support the Chinese airframer's ramp-up.
TUI Airline is looking for solutions to increase utilization of its 130-aircraft-strong fleet during the European winter low season when less capacity is needed.
Finnair's CEO says the carrier has proved it can operate a profitable network, despite geopolitical constraints, as it prioritizes growth in Europe and Asia.