Two neat order bumps came in today. Air China signs as C929 launch customer Hainan orders 40 more C909s Colorful Guizhou Airlines ordered 30 C909s It is noteworthy that these news items come from China. This includes not only China-based…
For some weeks, we have been building and refining (and continue refining) a data model tracking production and deliveries for the four OEMs. It is tedious work, but we believe the outcome is worthwhile. The attention industry attracts global attention…
Today’s key stories focus on changes at Boeing. The portfolio of the Global Services division could change with the potential sale of Jeppesen. While no decision has yet been taken, Jeppesen is very profitable, with revenues of about $400k per…
Africa’s largest carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, on November 5, 2024, took delivery of its first A350-1000 jetliner in Toulouse, France. The first to be operated by an African-based operator, the A350-1000 landed at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, basking in…
The Boeing supply chain is having difficulties, and it now appears that Leonardo, who manufacture a fuselage section for the 787 as a Tier 1 partner, is looking to sell its loss-making aerostructures business. This move could potentially be disruptive…
The aviation industry maintained its continued growth in August 2024, with passenger demand surging by 8.6% year-on-year. This growth, coupled with a 6.5% increase in capacity, resulted in a record-breaking load factor of 86.2%, highlighting the strong demand for air…