Air Transport World

Malaysia Airlines has firmed up 20 orders for ATR 72-600s to be operated by its regional subsidiaries.

Qantas Group’s new low-cost subsidiary Jetstar Japan has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft equipped with Sharklets, becoming the first Japanese carrier for the type.

Virgin Atlantic is assessing its alliance options, with SkyTeam emerging as the likely fit given the UK carrier’s new relationship with Delta Air Lines.

Raytheon has opened a new silicon carbide manufacturing foundry facility in Scotland.

Global Eagle Acquisition Corp. stockholders approved its previously announced acquisition of two inflight content providers.

Massachusetts-based Cape Air has appointed Linda Markham as president and chief administrative officer, effective March 18.

Iberia has taken delivery of first of eight Airbus A330-300s on order.

US carriers posted an 81.85% on-time arrival rate in 2012, compared to 79.6% in 2011.

A group of airline organizations has published a report to outline a roadmap to achieve Single European Sky (SES) goals.

Norwegian Airlines reported a full-year net profit NOK456.6 million ($82.9 million), up from a NOK122.1 million profit year-over-year.

Korean Airlines is reportedly in talks with CSA Czech Airlines to acquire up to a 44% stake in the Czech flag carrier.

Xiamen Airlines is planning a rapid expansion this year as it grows its fleet and takes advantage of the booming Asian market demand.

TNT is considering cutting its headcount and selling some of its long-haul fleet after the European Commission blocked its planned tie-up with UPS.

Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, which was close to sealing a deal to acquire a 24% stake in India’s Jet Airways, is reportedly revising the planned agreement.

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Thales UK, NATS and Roke Manor Research will examine a new system known as multi-static primary surveillance radar (MSPSR).

Aeroflot’s fourth and final Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) has received its renewed airworthiness certificate.

Oman Air is increasing capacity to the Indian sub-continent by leasing two additional Boeing 737-800s.

German airport security staff will not strike over the weekend, according to Trade union Verdi.

Utah-based SkyWest Inc., parent of SkyWest Airlines and ExpressJet Airlines, posted a 2012 net profit of $51.2 million, reversing a $27.3 million net loss in 2011.

LOT Polish Airlines is facing massive layoffs and deep restructuring measures as it struggles to survive.

South African Airways (SAA) has suspended acting CEO Vuyisile Kona, adding to a recent flurry of management turmoil at the Star Alliance carrier.