INFORMATIONALNov 27, 2023How Do Airlines Decide Which Aircraft to Use on a Route?It may seem like a simple answer—easy: airlines fly their biggest planes on the routes with the most demand. In some ways, this is true—no doubt airlines would deploy a 737 over a CRJ900 for a route like New York (JFK) to Denver (DEN), given the demand on the route. Demand isn't everything, however. Aircraft range plays a major role as well. Other niche factors play large roles, too, and in this article, we'll explore how airlines decide which aircraft to use on certain routes.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 20, 2023A Deeper Look at Ethiopian Airlines' Fleet and Future PlansEthiopian Airlines is Africa's largest airline in passenger traffic, destinations served, fleet size, and revenue. The airline grew rapidly over the years due to effective management, a lack of competition within Africa, and Ethiopia's strategic location near the "crossroads" of three continents. However, these achievements are not enough for Ethiopian Airlines. The carrier attended the 2023 Dubai Airshow to expand its fleet, where it ordered a total of 42 planes from Boeing and Airbus as of November 15. Ethiopian Airlines has showcased its continued commitment to being Africa's largest airline.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 16, 2023Why Don't US Airlines Fly the A380?The Airbus A380 is an aircraft that needs no introduction and cannot be mistaken. Yet in spite of the aircraft's prestige, it has never been ordered by any U.S.-based airline. So why is it that despite the United States having the world's second-largest aviation market, no airline based in the country has ever operated the Airbus A380?Read More →
NEWSNov 15, 2023Egyptair Orders Ten Airbus A350-900s at Dubai AirshowAs the Dubai Air Show flies by, new airline orders continue to roll in. One of these new orders involves Egyptian flag carrier Egyptair, who has inked a new order for the Airbus A350. The airline's purchase of ten Airbus A350-900s and another order for 18 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft are part of Egyptair's fleet expansion plans.Read More →
STORIESNov 14, 2023Is Boeing Leading in North Africa? A Deeper Look at Airline Fleets in Morocco and EgyptThe 2023 Dubai Airshow was eventful for North Africa's aviation industry. Boeing expanded its presence in the region through orders by Egyptair and Royal Air Maroc. These airlines purchased 18 Boeing 737 MAXs and two 787-9 Dreamliners, respectively. Airbus also sold ten A350-900s to Egyptair. Do this week's events provide Boeing or Airbus with a larger footprint in North Africa?Read More →
NEWSNov 14, 2023Emirates Places Huge Boeing Order at Dubai AirshowThe 2023 Dubai Air Show has wasted no time in providing some head-turning aviation stories with various new orders in particular. Hometown airline Emirates made sure it was not outdone at the show, placing an order for 95 more Boeing jets and bringing its total order book to an impressive 295 aircraft.Read More →
NEWSNov 09, 2023Tail Cams and Bluetooth: Air Canada's Innovative New Retrofit Air Canada recently unveiled a brand-new cabin retrofit coming to its fleet of Airbus A321 and A320 aircraft. It's a huge upgrade complete with tail cameras and new seats.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 01, 2023What Happened to This Saudi Prince's A380 Private Jet?In 2007, Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal ordered an Airbus A380 for $310 million in the world's first private jet order for the aircraft. Despite years of speculation, this order never came to fruition. Owning a private A380, already an ambitious goal, was unrealistic due to Prince Alwaleed's proposed design.Read More →
NEWSOct 25, 2023JetBlue Announces Nonstop Seasonal Flights to Dublin and EdinburghAmerican low-cost carrier JetBlue Airways has made headlines once again, announcing the launch of two exciting new transatlantic destinations from next year. Having experienced immense success with its existing transatlantic routes, JetBlue is tapping into markets heavily dominated by legacy carriers in an effort to increase competition and drive down fares.Read More →
NEWSOct 25, 2023The Rise of Air India Express: New Livery and Ambitious GrowthMany tend to overlook Air India Express, the low-cost arm of Indian flag carrier Air India. However, the subsidiary has embarked on a new chapter in its history much like its parent company. Following Air India's massive rebrand and introduction of a new brand identity, Air India Express has also unveiled its own new livery in addition to ambitious growth plans.Read More →
