Airbus’ Tough Climb to Rate 75 – plans look wobbly
Addison Schonland
Co-Founder AirInsight. My previous life includes stints at Shell South Africa, CIC Research, and PA Consulting. Got bitten by the aviation bug and ended up an Avgeek. Then the data bug got me, making me a curious Avgeek seeking data-driven logic. Also, I appreciate conversations with smart people from whom I learn so much. Summary: I am very fortunate to work with and converse with great people.
Rolls-Royce Engines: Expansion, Efficiency, and Outlook
FAA Business Jet Report updated
As the industry attends NBAA in Las Vegas, here’s an update on the FAA business jet report. The model has several pages allowing you to view the data cube from various angles. The market remains muted despite the chatter talking…
Brunei Recognizes COMAC: A Win for China?
Brunei is the first ASEAN nation to officially recognize China’s aircraft certification system, clearing the way for its airlines to operate COMAC aircraft. The change marks a tangible diplomatic and commercial win for China’s civil aviation sector. And especially useful…
Fuel Burn Insights: Aircraft Efficiency by Generation
We frequently discuss the crucial issue of fuel burn in airline operations. The following chart reinforces the significant impact of fuel costs. The source data is the US DOT Form 41. Despite the many flaws in the US DOT datasets,…
U.S. Air Travel Remains Strong Despite Fall Season
As we move into Fall, you expect to see air travel volumes soften. TSA and flight tracking data show that the market is actually robust. Here are some interesting items. We are back to an average of 104 passengers per…