As we enter the new year, most people typically adopt a forward-thinking mode. In this spirit, this post will contain some of our fearless forecasts for 2018, and what we might expect as an industry. AIRBUS will exploit their strong…
Airbus announced that it completed assembly of the first A321neo ACF (Airbus Cabin Flex) at its facilities in Hamburg. The aircraft, powered by CFM Leap-1A engines, will undergo ground tests prior to its scheduled first flight in the coming weeks.…
Vietjet announced it will convert its existing order for 42 A320neo to the “superior and larger” A321neo, bringing to a total of 73 A321neo and 11 A321ceo on order for future delivery. The agreement was signed recently by Vietjet President…
Last year saw Airbus and Boeing push single-aisle deliveries. Airbus was in its second year delivering the A320neo and its first delivering the A321neo. Boeing started delivering its MAX8. Switching from the previous version to the new version has its…
Long ago, in 2013, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos spoke about building a UAV delivery system. While we wait to see that happen, Amazon has started building serious air cargo capacity. Currently, Amazon Prime Air has 30 767-300Fs. The fleet plan…
Recently bankrupted Niki has been bought by the IAG Group for €20m. IAG plans to run NIKI as a subsidiary of its Spanish LCC Vueling. Reports are that 740 NIKI staff will be moved to the new company. In addition,…