Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe.
ATR CEO Christian Scherer said in January that “the Great Wall is not insurmountable,” and Chinese orders have indeed helped ATR sales bounce back to a high level.
Seeing progress in its Airbus A400M's capabilities and practically on-time deliveries, the French Air Force has adopted a supportive stance on the program.
