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Omani A320 Pioneer Makes Mark as Emerging LCC

SalamAir plans to double its Airbus fleet by the end of the year.

Kazakh LCC Launches Domestic Services with A320s

Air Astana low-cost unit FlyArystan has taken a lesson from Indian discount counterpart IndiGo.

Ethiopian to Review Max Independently Before Return to Service

Ethiopian Airlines CEO says his airline will be the last to return the Max to service.

Middle East Pressure on Boeing Builds over Max

Saudi Arabia’s Flyadeal and the UAE’s Flydubai consider the Airbus A320s as alternatives to its grounded Boeings.

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Airbus Worries Max Crisis Could Affect FAA-EASA Alignment

The European airframer’s new CEO laments “tensions” created by the 737 Max grounding.

SkyWest Invests in Commuter Carrier to Assure Pilot Supply

SkyWest becomes one of Southern Airways’ top five investors to safeguard a hiring flow of experienced air transport pilots.

Boeing Disputes Reports it Disabled Max Disagree Alert

The U.S. airframer insists that it did not intentionally disable the feature on Southwest Airlines’ airplanes.

Southwest, American Detail Financial Effects of Max Grounding

The 737 Max grounding will continue to effect the finances of American and Southwest until authorities lift the revenue-flight ban.

American, Southwest Await Max Return to Service

MCAS issue aside, coked fuel nozzles in CFM LEAP engines have also been revealed to affect the 737 Max and will require inspections.

FAA Adds 737 Max Recertification Summit for Regulators

The FAA’s 737 Max recertification safety-analysis summit on May 23 is separate from the JATR review beginning on April 29.

Norwegian Confident of Narrowbody Fleet Growth Plan

Losses at the already troubled Oslo-based group have widened as it finalises deals with Airbus and Boeing to postpone narrowbody deliveries.

Boeing’s Max Loss May Be Embraer’s Gain in Ukraine

The former Soviet republics represent what could be just one example of a region where Embraer E-Jets are making more headway due to Max issues.

Eviation's Alice To Have Magnix Electric Engine Option

Electric engine maker Magnix scored a win with Eviation.

Aircraft Financiers Eye Kremlin's Regional Network Plans

Western lessors and banks are keen to be involved as Russian regional air transport growth could soar under a new Kremlin program.

Asiana To Drop Unprofitable Routes Before Sale

Korean airline has debts to pay despite a government bailout, and now a sale is the only way to avoid eventual collapse despite route cuts.

JetBlue’s Transatlantic A321LR Fleet To Be Delivered in 2021

JetBlue is confident it will obtain ETOPS certification by the time its A321LRs are delivered.

Boeing Sees Initial Costs of 737 Max Grounding

First-quarter earnings show the impact of the Max grounding on Boeing but company plans to issue new 2019 guidance when impact is clearer.

UAC Denies Media Reports on CR929 Sales Dispute with COMAC

Russian OEM claims news reports of a rift are not accurate

Standalone Long-haul Low-cost Carrier Model Remains Challenging: ICF

The newest generation Airbus and Boeing narrowbodies do create opportunities for the segment

Malaysia To Take Back Control of Airspace

New air traffic control center in Kuala Lumpur targets next year for beginning operations

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