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Ethiopian Increases Daily Flights to Abidjan

Ethiopian, the fastest growing airline in Africa, is set to increase frequencies on its Abidjan route by offering daily flights, effective November 25, 2012. Ethiopian currently operates thrice weekly services to Abidjan. Traffic to and from Abidjan, the commercial capital of Côte d’Ivoire and the most important economic hub in French speaking West Africa, has […]

Bombardier Announces Financial Results for the 3Q Ended September 30, 2012

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Bombardier Announces Financial Results for the 3Q Ended September 30, 2012

Revenues of $4.3 billion, compared to $4.6 billion last fiscal year EBIT of $248 million, or 5.7% of revenues, compared to $301 million, or 6.5%, last fiscal year Net income of $212 million, compared to $192 million last fiscal year Diluted earnings per share of $0.12, compared to $0.11 last fiscal year Free cash flow usage of $237 million, compared to a […]

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Airbus makes last call for entries in €30,000 Fly Your Ideas challenge

Students wanting to help shape the future of flight still have time to take part in the global Airbus Fly Your Ideas challenge. Airbus is asking students worldwide to develop ideas for a more sustainable aviation industry. The winners will share the top prize of €30,000; the runners-up €15,000. Those wanting to get involved can register until […]

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Airbus A380 wins prestigious UK award

The UK’s national noise reduction charity, the Noise Abatement Society, presented the Airbus A380 a top award at their annual award ceremony last night recognising the aircraft’s reduced noise around airport communities. There will be 10 daily A380 flights to Heathrow by the end of the year, which has the strictest noise regulations of any […]

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United Airlines Suspend New York Flights

Customers traveling to, from or through impacted cities may reschedule on United.com United Airlines today announced the company will suspend most service to and from the New York area between noon Wednesday, Nov. 7, and noon Thursday, Nov. 8, as a result of the winter storm forecast for the region. Weather conditions will likely cause […]

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Moving the Electronic Air Waybill Forward

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the decision by the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to approve the use of the electronic master air waybill (e-AWB) for air cargo shipments to and from the US. The action means that the e-AWB will be accepted for shipments at more than 120 US CBP […]

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Boeing, Aeromexico Finalize Order for 737 MAX

Boeing and Aeromexico finalized an order for 60 737 MAX 8s and 9s, with reconfirmation rights for 30 additional 737 MAXs. The firm order by Mexico’s largest airline, which was first announced as a commitment in July, is valued at more than $6 billion at published list prices. Today’s order brings the total 737 MAX […]

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Wizz Air Launches Wizz Discount Club

Wizz Air launches guaranteed discounts for loyal customers and extends web check in period to 2 weeks Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today announced the launch of its new Wizz Discount Club, specifically designed for loyal customers who travel as a group or buy more than one Wizz […]

Bombardier Exhibits its Ongoing Commitment to China at Airshow China

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Bombardier Exhibits its Ongoing Commitment to China at Airshow China

Demonstrating its commitment to China and the broader Asia-Pacific marketplace, Bombardier is pleased to return to Airshow China in Zhuhai for its 2012 edition, where it will showcase its diversified portfolio of business and commercial aircraft, and its superior customer support services. Bombardier has a longstanding relationship with the Chinese market. Its range of industry-leading […]

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Airbus to showcase latest products at Airshow China 2012

Airbus will highlight the 21st century’s flagship of A380 and its best selling single aisle aircraft the  A320neo (New Engine Option) at the 9th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Zhuhai Airshow), from 13th to 18th November 2012 in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai, Guangdong Province. A 1:20 scale cutaway A380 model and a […]