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Cathay refocuses as demand grows

Cathay Pacific Airways has reported an eight-fold increase in its first half profit and announced substantial new aircraft orders, as it concentrates its efforts on its core business.

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Chinese airlines experience boom year

China’s airlines are experiencing a surge in domestic and international travel demand that will more than double their profits this year

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

ARINC adapts to airlines’ technology needs

Communications, engineering and integration solutions specialist ARINC has been adapting to airlines’ developing technological needs and expanding its presence in the Asian market

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Market outlook: Manufacturers look to Asia for future profits

Three of the world’s major aircraft manufacturers have released new, 20-year market forecasts. All agree that Asia will be a key growth driver

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Farnborough Show Report

The Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East markets figured prominently in new business announcements at July’s Farnborough International Airshow in the UK, providing evidence that these regional markets are alive and well even as Europe and North America remain less active

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Training News. September 2010.

Boeing launches 787 flight training

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Farnborough defies ‘double-dip’ fears

Viewpoint

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Don’t mention the VLJ

The term ‘VLJ’ has become tainted by association with excessive expectations and high-profile bankruptcies. Yet the concept may still prove sound

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Airline News. Sept, 2010

William Dennis reports

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Airport News. September, 2010

Emma Kelly reports

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Business Aviation News. September 2010

Emma Kelly reports

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Aviation Outlook Summit

Market liberalisation and evolving business models were in the spotlight at this year’s Australia Pacific Aviation Outlook Summit, held in Sydney at the end of July

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

General News. September 2010.

A glance at Aviation News. Sept, 2010.

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

IFE systems get leaner and meaner

In-flight entertainment system manufacturers have been on a constant quest to reduce the weight of their systems. Now a new level of collaboration with seat manufacturers is yielding results

1st Sep 2010 | Read more

Emirates A380 order: a last hurrah from the Middle East?

Airbus believes Asia now offers a bigger A380 market opportunity than the Middle East, with June's order for 32 more of the double-deck jetliner viewed as perhaps the final huge investment from the Arab region.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Hawaiian Airlines eyes Asian expansion

Over a million Japanese visit Hawaii every year, drawn by the tropical beaches, the US culture and relative proximity.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Quickstep makes push into US market

Australian composite manufacturer Quickstep is building its business as interest in its novel process grows

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Airlines tap IT to cut costs, boost efficiency

With the need to cut operating costs, pressure on yields and the growth of low-fare carriers, airlines are being forced to boost the efficiency of every aspect of their business to remain competitive. IT companies are offering the sector innovative products to help them

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Dubai opens second major airport

With Dubai anticipating a surge in passenger and cargo demand over the next two decades, the Emirate has opened what will eventually become the world’s largest airport

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

India’s airlines settle into sustainable growth

Over the past two decades, the Indian civil aviation market has experienced both stagnation and unprecedented growth.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

ST Engineering first-quarter profit grows

All four of the company’s business sectors reported stronger operating performance, resulting in group earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) growth of 25 percent to S$110.9 million.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Airline News. July/ Aug 2010

South Korea’s air transport authorities will not issue any more air operating certificates (AOC) for new domestic low-cost carriers (LCCs)

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Airport News. July/ August 2010

An Air China Airbus A319 jetliner recently conducted a validation flight using required navigation performance-authorisation required (RNP-AR) procedures at Ali Airport in the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

EBACE Show Report - part 2

As Asian Aviation reported last issue, May’s European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) was an indicator that the blighted business aviation sector is more optimistic than it has been in two years

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

EU may appeal WTO ruling on Airbus aid

The European Union (EU) says it may appeal a ruling at the end of June by the World Trade Organisation (WTO), which declared that some launch aid subsidies to aircraft manufacturer Airbus were illegal.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Vietnam Airlines joins SkyTeam alliance

Vietnam Airlines officially joined the SkyTeam alliance on 10 June, as the global airline grouping increases its focus on Asia.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Boeing finalises 787 stretch configuration

Boeing finalises 787 stretch configuration

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Gulfstream adds to G250, G650 test programmes

Gulfstream Aerospace has added aircraft to the flight-test programmes of both the super mid-size G250 and ultra-large G650 business jets.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

AirAsia Group restructuring

The AirAsia group is embarking on a corporate and organisational restructuring plan, which it says it aimed in part at giving shareholders a better understanding of its business model.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Bombardier sees stabilisation in business jet market

Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier says its first-quarter financial performance indicates that the worst is over for the business jet market, while the commercial aircraft business is showing signs of recovery.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Hong Kong Airlines takes delivery of first Airbus

Hong Kong Airlines formally took delivery of its first Airbus aircraft, an A330-200 at a ceremony on 15 June.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

MAS still considering A380 order cancellation

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is still looking into the possibility of cancelling its 2005 order for six Airbus A380-800s if there is a further delay in the delivery of the aircraft

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

Kansai Airport to build low cost terminal

Japan’s Kansai International Airport, near Osaka, plans to build a low-cost carriers’ (LCC) terminal, in the hope of attracting budget airlines from around the region.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

AirAsia seeks LCC Airport in Bangkok

The AirAsia Group of low-cost airlines has appealed to the Thai government to convert Bangkok’s old Don Muang Airport into a hub for budget carriers.

1st Jul 2010 | Read more

ATM projects seek greener future

Air traffic management initiatives around the world have environmental principles at their core, as Emma Kelly reports

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Qantas adapts for a new era

Qantas successfully weathered the global crisis of the past year, and is now looking to capitalize on its two-brand strategy as aviation evolves, writes Andrzej Jeziorski.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

New engines promise leap in economy

The next 10 years will see several new jetliners enter into service, featuring the latest engine technology developments that will yield significant economic and environmental advantages over today’s powerplants, writes Andrzej Jeziorski.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Airbus targets emerging markets

Airbus is focusing its business efforts increasingly on emerging markets, whose economies are predicted to grow more strongly in coming years. Ian Goold outlines the manufacturer's view of the future, including its plans for an increasingly global footprint.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Airport News. June 2010

Tokyo’s Haneda Airport will support international air services from October, with the opening of its fourth runway and new international passenger terminal, according to the country’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Aircraft Interiors Expo Report

The Aircraft Interiors Expo 2010 in Hamburg, Germany, attracted more than 7,300 visitors over its run from 18 to 20 May. Show organisers say the number of airlines in attendance increased this year, with 852 representatives from 200 carriers visiting the show.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Thai carriers hurt by political unrest

Thai airlines are cutting capacity on domestic and international routes to weather a slump in demand caused by recent violent political turmoil in Thailand.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Airbus wins first order for ‘Sharklet’ A321

Finnair has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for five Airbus A321s equipped with new, fuel-saving ‘Sharklet’ winglets, becoming the first airline to commit to the aircraft with the wingtip devices.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

China’s big three to be C919 launch customers

China’s big three carriers – Air China, China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines – are expected to be the launch customers for the planned Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) C919 aircraft.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Malaysia Airlines

MALAYSIA AIRLINES (MAS) is to lease another three Boeing 737-800s to take over some routes now operated by Airbus A330-300 aircraft.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

EBACE Show Report

Last year they came because they had to. This year they came because they wanted to. Some 11,106 people turned up at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition on 4-6 May, up from 2009’s 10,917 attendance figure. Liz Moscrop reports from Geneva.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

MRO News

June 2010

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Airline News

June 2010

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Airbus unveils single-aisle strategy

As Airbus investigates potential future technologies that could be introduced in the second half of the next decade, Ian Goold reports that the company is considering a fourth engine option for the A320 series and continuing to improve and develop the successful single-aisle family.

1st Jun 2010 | Read more

Business aviation’s road to recovery

After a disastrous 2009, business aircraft manufacturers now see signs of improvement in the market and are making renewed efforts to promote their latest models in the Asia-Pacific region

5th May 2010 | Read more

India invests in airport development

Earlier this decade, India experienced a massive – and unsustainable – surge in air travel demand. Now, however, more stable growth has returned and the country’s plans to develop its airport infrastructure are more important than ever

17th Apr 2010 | Read more

Kuwait’s Jazeera posts loss, grabs market share

Kuwaiti budget carrier Jazeera Airways took over as the country’s largest airline last year, offering some consolation for the full- year financial loss it has just announced. Analysts remain unconcerned

16th Apr 2010 | Read more

Airbus plans A320 life-extension

Having overseen reductions in required maintenance frequency for the A320 single-aisle twinjet family, Airbus is now working to understand the design's ultimate service potential.

11th Apr 2010 | Read more

Asian Aviation at a glance