Air Transport
News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Opens New Mideast Service Center
UK engine manufacturer says it now has enhanced service reach around the globe.
Aircraft
Middle East Carriers Could Hold Key to A380’s Future
Analysts express mixed viewpoints on the superjumbo’s prospects
Maintenance and Modifications
ATR Taps Meggitt for Airborne Vibration Monitoring
The new vbration monitoring system will improve passenger comfort and lower operating costs for ATR operators.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
DAE Bounces Back After Acquisition of AWAS
Middle East lessors are starting to gain business beyond the region, with Alafco notably gaining its first U.S. airline customer.
Aircraft
Embraer Programs On Track as E190-E2 Enters Home Stretch
First member of new narrowbody family poised to gain certification in time of second-quarter 2018 service entry
Airlines
U.S Security Measures Smack of Protectionism in Middle East
Region’s airlines suffer from efforts by Trump administration to restrict travel
Aircraft
Ethiopian Airlines Annual Profits Dip to $232 Million
The airline operates 92 aircraft and has another 62 on order
Maintenance and Modifications
EAE venture with Airbus commences first A380 C-check
EAE recently joined the international 'Airbus MRO Alliance'
Aircraft
Mideast Instability Doesn’t Shake Boeing’s Confidence
Airlines adjust to evolving political environment as traffic starts to rebound
Airlines
OEMs Banking On Strong Middle East Traffic Growth
Region's carriers adding 8 percent more seats per year through 2022.
Engines
New Testing Philosophy Will Aid GE9X Entry into Service
GE Aviation has developed an entirely new process for GE9X certification testing.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Airliner Cabins Designed for High Life and Hard Work
World’s leading VVIP aircraft outfitters showcase their work in Dubai.
Aircraft
Chinese Firm Orders $37B in Boeing Airliners
The order announcement from the airliner leasing company was part of the U.S. trade mission to China.
SpiceJet Explores Buying 100 Amphibious Kodiaks
Hoping for government supoort, the Indian airline sees light aircraft as a way to expand the country's aviaiton
Aircraft
Iran’s Progress with Major Orders Slows
Just a handful of Airbus and ATR aircraft have been delivered so far.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
UTAS Finding Buyers for Expanded Attendant Seat Line
Customers include both airlines and VVIP customers
Airlines
Qatar Airways Holds Out against Boycott
Airline aims to restore pre-blockade traffic volumes by end of year
Aircraft
Dubai Exhibitors Anticipate Resumption of Brisk Sales Activity
Egyptair, Emirates among expected buyers
Aircraft
Boeing Forges Ahead with Flight-test Campaigns
Although little information is available on Boeing flight-test campaigns, AIN has summarized the latest state of affairs.
Aircraft
Russia Struggles To Break into Iran Market
Explores new supplier options to allow for export to Islamic Republic
Avionics
Episode 07: Fly-by-wire Failure, Part 1
On Oct. 7, 2008, Qantas Flight 72 faces an autopilot failure over the Indian Ocean.
Airlines
As China and Korea Mend Ties, Korean Air Sees Brighter Days
Delivery of airline's first Bombardier C Series expected by year-end
Airlines
Qatar Takes Near 10-percent Stake in Cathay Pacific
Second equity purchase for Persian Gulf airline since American Airlines rebuff
Aircraft
Efficiency Gains, Steady Growth Highlight Avolon Fleet Forecast
Moderate success seen for Comac C919, Irkut MC-21
Aircraft
Bombardier Cuts C Series Delivery Projection for 2017
Pratt & Whitney to pay advance to compensate for excess aircraft inventory in Mirabel as C Series draws LOI for 31 airplanes
Airlines
Etihad To End Dallas Service Once AA Code Share Expires
Gulf carrier calls move one of several adjustments planned for U.S. network next year
Airlines
Russian Traffic Rises, but Airlines Endure Instability
Speakers at Wings of the Future conference in Moscow express cautious optimism
Airlines
Drop in China-Taiwan Traffic Pressures China Airlines
Taiwan's flag carrier turns focus to Southeast Asia, Europe
