Qantas could introduce ultra-long-haul flights under its delayed Project Sunrise program as soon as 2024, according to Alan Joyce, chief executive at Qantas. “We still want to revisit it at the end of 2021, with the potential of doing it…
Now that the MAX is flying again, let’s take a look at what MAX operators might look forward to in terms of operational costs. After all, MAX operators are facing stiff competition from NEO operators. Both aircraft operators are seeking…
Here’s the updated O&D model. A321neo is going well – even in 2020. More orders for this model than the A320neo. A320neo still #1 for deliveries. Surprisingly fewer deliveries on the A220 compared to 2019. Indigo is the #1 delivery…
Under the circumstances of a most difficult year, Airbus has succeeded in delivering 566 commercial aircraft to airlines in 2020. It is of course a far cry from the record 863 from 2019 but is impressive as most airlines (and…
Here’s our updated model. Remember to use the double-headed arrow to optimize viewing. No orders Several deliveries made to lessors as there was no airline user to accept delivery As usual, we can expect a push to hit their target.…
There is, apparently, a “Great Fleet Question” going on at Alaska Airlines. The A319s are out because they were the “least efficient aircraft” in the fleet. Instead, the airline will acquire MAX9s as replacements – the airline does not explain…