The smooth re-entry into service of the Boeing MAX 8 and 9 has hit a hick-up on April 9, when Boeing advised sixteen operators to address “a potential electrical issue” in a specific group of aircraft. Correcting the issue could…
As we watch this recovery pick-up speed, it is interesting to see how many times the US airlines have tried to boost schedules in the hope traffic would bounce. Take a look at this chart. #1 – June 2020 The…
According to stats provided by the Government and airlines, the Mexican aviation industry hit a bump in its recovery during January and February. Nevertheless, there are good signs that the recovery is gaining track again, despite the still high number…
Two stories (one from The Air Current and our own) a week ago about a potential switch of Southwest Airlines away from the MAX7 to the A220 attracted attention. So, a week later, time to dig in some more as…
Freight grew in importance as passengers grew less important. The demand for PPE from overseas required US carriers to use long-range widebody aircraft to get to source markets like China. The cargo was bulky but relatively light. Several airlines took…
Delta Air Lines kicked off the fiscal year 2020-results presentation on January 14, being the first US airline to have analyzed the numbers of the deep red year. In the coming weeks, we will update this story on all the…