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Airframers

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Airbus Increases A220 Range; Considers More A321neo Range

May 21, 2019
Airbus is offering both versions of the A220 at substantially increased ranges and is working on a further upgrade of the A321LR to improve that model’s range capabilities further.
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Airbus: Incremental Improvements Address Mid-Size Market

May 21, 2019
The Boeing 737 MAX grounding is not causing Airbus to make any change to its commercial strategy, Airbus’ chief salesman said May 21.

Airlines

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American Airlines Eyes MAX Status ‘Clarity,’ Pauses 737NG Upgrades

May 21, 2019
American Airlines is confident that two stakeholder gatherings in the coming days will help provide clarity on when the Boeing 737 MAX fleet will be cleared to fly again, a top executive said.
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Demand, MAX Grounding Boosts U.S. Airlines’ Outlook

May 21, 2019
Solid macro fundamentals combined with capacity pressure created by the Boeing 737 MAX grounding have set U.S. airlines up for a strong summer season, analysts at Cowen & Co. project.
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American Files Suit Over Alleged Mechanics Work Slowdown

May 21, 2019
American Airlines is suing the unions representing most of its mechanics, alleging that union officers and members have engaged in a deliberate work slowdown to gain leverage during ongoing contract negotiations.
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Boeing 787 Considered Favorite For Air New Zealand Order

May 21, 2019
Air New Zealand is believed to be close to announcing an order for Boeing aircraft to replace its 777-200ER fleet, which could also put the manufacturer in the box seat for the airline’s eventual 777-300ER replacement.

Regulatory/Legislative

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UK Opens ePassport Gates To Seven More Countries

May 21, 2019
The UK has extended its use of electronic “ePassport” gates at airports to several more nations, including the U.S. and Canada, in an effort to reduce lengthy queues that have been building at UK immigration channels in recent years.
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U.S. Warns Of ‘Inherent Risks’ With Chinese-Manufactured Drone Use

May 21, 2019
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has advised organizations of “inherent risks” associated with using unmanned aircraft systems manufactured in China.