Simon specializes in fleet data analysis, with expertise across multiple aircraft types, leasing and finance. He first joined CAPA - Centre for Aviation in 2014.
Low-cost carriers further along in terms of fleet modernization should feel less impact from the elevated oil price whereas those with older equipment are potentially more exposed.
While most Gulf airlines have aircraft parked at their home bases or temporary hubs in neighboring countries, Qatar Airways has moved its aircraft to Spain.
Orders from Middle East carriers represent a 65% share of the total worldwide Boeing 777X backlog, highlighting how crucial the region is to the program.
