How does MAX compare?
[UPDATE – Podcast with Scott Hamilton and Jon Ostrower] We undertook an analysis based on the data available and have to say the Boeing 737MAX looks pretty good. Indeed, by digging around the 2010 DoT data we were able to…
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Pricing a Key to Initial LEAP-GTF Narrow-Body Battles
The battle for aircraft engines in the narrow-body market has increased dramatically with the introduction of the PW1000G geared turbofan, which has emerged as a strong competitor to the CFM International LEAP engine that will replace its existing market share…
Qantas May Base New Hub in Kuala Lumpur
The news this week from Qantas signals big changes. The impact of the developments could mean the airline changing in ways that until quite recently would never have been considered. Here is an interview with CAPA’s Peter Harbison speaking to…
Market reaction mixed to 737RE
Market reception for the Boeing 737RE remains mixed, with the some customers expressing disappointment that Boeing did not proceed with the New Small Airplane but at the same time relieved that the uncertainty is over. Several airlines quickly expressed interest…
Boeing Defection Day Continues
Transaero disclosed a letter of intent for eight A320neo family aircraft at the MAKS Air Show in Moscow today, the first Airbus order for this Boeing customer. Engines for the aircraft have not been announced. Combined with the Qantas order,…
Qantas Chooses Airbus as it Restructures Operations
In a major victory for Airbus, Qantas has ordered the A320 and A320neo as it begins a five-year program to restructure the airline. As a 737NG operator, this is a major coup for Airbus, winning another Boeing customer for the…