The IBA aviation consultancy has released figures projecting record-breaking RPKs this year, as well as significant growth in the values and lease rates of most aircraft, though stalled aircraft delivery levels remain an issue
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The FAA’s directive requiring inspections of 895 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft is expected to potentially impact more than 18 million seats across around 64,000 flights worldwide over the next month. Airlines should manage their schedules accommodate these mandatory inspections
Low-cost carrier Wizz Air – one of Europe’s top 10 biggest airlines – has announced an ‘All You Can Fly’ subscription service priced at €599 per year. The price is attractive for frequent travellers, and there are also a few extra opportunities for the airline
Aerviva discusses aircraft market trends, including the shift towards efficient narrowbody aircraft. There could be changes by 2024, and a possible comeback of large aircraft like the A380
IBA retains an optimistic outlook for the aviation industry, despite a lower-than-expected number of aircraft orders at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow. The low activity at Farnborough, largely attributed to a combination of factors, does not reflect the actual drive of airlines to replace and grow their fleets
In light of the recent global software outage that caused widespread flight disruptions, airlines can implement four strategic approaches to handle disruptions more effectively, protect airline reputations, and enhance passenger satisfaction
Sir Stephen Hillier, chair of the UK Civil Aviation Authority, provides his view on the revolution happening in aerospace, and how the regulator is rising to the challenge
Overall, £81.5 billion worth of deals have been agreed at Farnborough International Airshow 2024 this week. 260 total firm commercial aircraft orders were made across the show’s first four days, worth at least £13 billion to the UK at current prices
Dr Stuart Hatcher, IBA’s chief economist & exec. advisor, shares his insights and predictions for the upcoming Farnborough International Airshow 2024. With slots pushing out beyond 2030 and tensions building between competitors, FOMO has become very real
The new UK Labour government must support the long-term future of aerospace innovation, according to the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC). FAC represents hundreds of businesses in aerospace and related sectors, and it wants assurances for its members