UPDATE DLR – Initial findings of test flights of an Airbus A350-900 using pure sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) show that the unblended fuel produces fewer particulates and improves fuel efficiency. As such, 100 percent SAFs seem to confirm claims that…
With no more last-minute, last-day orders, we can wrap up the order counts at Dubai Airshow. The event saw Airbus come out as the clear winner, with 404 sales or commercial aircraft. In total, Dubai Airshow 2021 ends with 509…
After a quiet start with only news about passenger to freighter conversions, Boeing finally announced orders for new aircraft on the third day of Dubai Airshow. However, to none of the two occasions, media was invited. Day 3 Dubai Airshow: Boeing…
UPDATE – Airbus predicts demand for commercial aircraft to shift from fleet growth to accelerated retirement of older, less fuel-efficient aircraft, resulting in the need for 39.020 aircraft over the next two decades. In their Global Market Forecast that Airbus presented…
Lessor ACIA Aero Leasing has issued a request for proposal to purchase up to thirty ATR, Embraer, and De Havilland Canada aircraft. The Dublin-based company wants to grow its fleet to almost ninety aircraft as it sees opportunities for expansion. Lessor…
To increase profitability, the continent’s carriers must grow the intra-regional market, increase frequencies, achieve higher load factors, and fly aircraft with lower operating costs. This can only be achieved with a fleet of efficient and right-sized aircraft.