By Kathryn B. Creedy The ground-swell opposition for HR-4156 — The Transparent Air Fares Act — has resulted in many articles illustrating a distinct lack of understanding of a complex issue. Consumer advocates oppose the bill, allowing airlines to return…
Irish authorities have issued an air operator’s certificate (AOC) and operating license to Norwegian’s subsidiary Norwegian Air International Limited, which is based in Dublin. With this permit, the administration of Norwegian’s long-haul operation will be relocated to Norwegian Air International…
Now that the Boeing 787 is returning to service and deliveries have re-started, it’s only natural to wonder what the long-term impact will be on the manufacturer. The answer is, not much. The grounding, of course, cost Boeing in terms…
The differential in aircraft prices and operating economics between aircraft is only one factor in a fleet planning decision. Fleet commonality and additional initial and on-going expenses must also be taken into consideration to obtain a true economic picture of…
Another very light jet – the Piper Altaire – has hit financial turbulence before coming to market, and the development program has been suspended, despite the first aircraft flying and certification less than 2 years away. A single engine jet…
Yes its true. The Obama Administration’s proposed tripling of the passenger security tax is on the table. Will Congress go along? After all there is a real need to cut the deficit. As one can imagine this new tax is…