United Airlines reported its Q3 earnings and the results were just below expectations for revenue, but ahead of expectations for earnings. Revenue for the quarter was $15.2 billion, nearing matching the Wall St. consensus of $15.3 billion. Earnings per share…
Young Airbus A320neo family aircraft are being parted-out for the engines after only 6-8 years in service. The GTF engine shortage from Pratt & Whitney that has grounded much of the Airbus A321neo fleet on a rolling basis over the…
US DOT always runs later than anyone likes, but it provides a granular look at the industry. Here’s a model that offers insight into the US airline industry’s flight operating performance through July. You can select an origin and destination…
Eight Boeing 737-800 aircraft in the Aerolíneas Argentinas fleet have been preventively removed from service following a series of safety incidents related to their CFM56-7B engines. The decision was fast-tracked after a flight from Buenos Aires to Córdoba was forced…
Lufthansa has continued to advocate for changes in European and German legislation that would, in its view, enable European airlines to compete more effectively against incumbents in other countries and states. The German airline group’s monthly Policy Brief (Politikbrief) newsletter…
Etaxi is the nickname for aircraft taxiing without using the main engines. This is attractive to airlines for several reasons, including fuel savings, time savings, and less risk for FOD. It has been a promise dating back several years. But…