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In the latest episode – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis look back on a first-quarter earnings season that saw a variety of challenges around the world, but also positivity on what will follow in 2024.
They also discuss the new Airline Business website (www.flightglobal.com/airline-business).
Airlines optimistic for another strong summer on transatlantic despite weakening signs
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/airlines-optimistic-for-another-strong-summer-on-transatlantic-despite-weakening-signs/158381.article
Sun Country profitable as other US discounters slog through first quarter
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/sun-country-profitable-as-other-us-discounters-slog-through-first-quarter/158182.article
US airline industry ‘evermore rigged game’ favouring major carriers: Spirit Airlines CEO
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/us-airline-industry-evermore-rigged-game-favouring-major-carriers-spirit-airlines-ceo/158159.article
Why IndiGo believes time is right for widebody move with A350 order
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/why-indigo-believes-time-is-right-for-widebody-move-with-a350-order/158093.article
Asia-Pacific carriers flag China’s tepid return
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/asia-pacific-carriers-flag-chinas-tepid-return/158407.article
Lufthansa takes actions as it counts cost of strikes and new pay deals
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/lufthansa-takes-actions-as-it-counts-cost-of-strikes-and-new-pay-deals/158086.article
Air France-KLM looks past tricky first quarter towards ‘promising’ summer
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/air-france-klm-looks-past-tricky-first-quarter-towards-promising-summer/158087.article
IAG enjoys Madrid’s status as ‘new Miami’ as it starts 2024 on front foot
https://www.flightglobal.com/analysis/iag-enjoys-madrids-status-as-new-miami-as-it-starts-2024-on-front-foot/158247.article
In the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis discuss the impact of the recently announced changes at the top of Boeing, which came after several airlines voiced concerns about aspects of the airframer's management.
They then look back to the Airlines for Europe (A4E) meeting in Brussels, examining the issues on which the region's largest carriers have a united voice.
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Fewer ‘spanners under floorboards’ but O’Leary still seeks Boeing improvements
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/fewer-spanners-under-floorboards-but-oleary-still-seeks-boeing-improvements/157472.article
Airlines candid on Boeing concerns
https://www.flightglobal.com/airline-business/airlines-candid-on-boeing-concerns/157376.article
Boeing chief Calhoun to leave at end-2024 as Deal departs Commercial Airplanes
https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/boeing-chief-calhoun-to-leave-at-end-2024-as-deal-departs-commercial-airplanes/157509.article
Boeing management overhaul could spark real change – or bring more of the same
https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/boeing-management-overhaul-could-spark-real-change-or-bring-more-of-the-same/157514.article
Europe’s airlines heartened by sharp change in perception of industry
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/europes-airlines-heartened-by-sharp-change-in-perception-of-industry/157470.article
Air France-KLM boss hits out at unfair Dutch ‘greenwashing’ ruling
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-france-klm-boss-hits-out-at-unfair-dutch-greenwashing-ruling/157445.article
‘Like lipstick on a pig’: Ryanair chief slams Single European Sky reforms
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/like-lipstick-on-a-pig-ryanair-chief-slams-single-european-sky-reforms/157443.article
In the latest episode - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics - Graham and Lewis look back on an inauspicious start to 2024 in terms of airline safety and consolidation moves.
They then consider what airlines including United Airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air had to say about the year ahead in their recent earnings calls.
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Spirit pushes back on ‘misguided narrative’ about stability without JetBlue
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/spirit-pushes-back-on-misguided-narrative-about-stability-without-jetblue/156863.article
European regulators ‘welcome’ JetBlue’s summer Amsterdam access
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/european-regulators-welcome-jetblues-summer-amsterdam-access/156788.article
Regulators in no mood to wave through airline M&A activity
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/regulators-in-no-mood-to-wave-through-airline-manda-activity/156749.article
SAS chief looks to SkyTeam gains to outweigh ‘emotionally difficult’ Star Alliance exit
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/sas-chief-looks-to-skyteam-gains-to-outweigh-emotionally-difficult-star-alliance-exit/156831.article
Lufthansa remedies to secure ITA deal fail to convince competition regulator
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/lufthansa-remedies-to-secure-ita-deal-fail-to-convince-competition-regulator/156595.article
Commission initiates deeper probe into latest IAG-Air Europa tie-up bid
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/commission-initiates-deeper-probe-into-latest-iag-air-europa-tie-up-bid/156633.article
Why United chief Kirby is unfazed by more operational and cost pressures in 2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-united-chief-kirby-is-unfazed-by-more-operational-and-cost-pressures-in-2024/156602.article
Why growing Ryanair expects European short-haul capacity to fall this summer
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-growing-ryanair-expects-european-short-haul-capacity-to-fall-this-summer/156681.article
How is Wizz Air handling impact of Middle East war and GTF groundings?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/how-is-wizz-air-handling-impact-of-middle-east-war-and-gtf-groundings/156638.article
In the latest instalment of the podcast - sponsored by Panasonic Avionics -Graham and Lewis discuss the airlines to watch over the next 12 months.
Among the carriers in the spotlight are Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, Norwegian, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Qantas, Air India, JetBlue and the Abra Group.
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From aircraft availability to consolidation: 10 airline stories that will shape industry in 2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/from-aircraft-availability-to-consolidation-10-airline-stories-that-will-shape-industry-in-2024/156248.article
Turkish Airlines secures AOC for low-cost unit AJet
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/turkish-airlines-secures-aoc-for-low-cost-unit-ajet/156348.article
Lufthansa orders first 737 Max jets as part of deal for up to 200 narrowbody aircraft
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/lufthansa-orders-first-737-max-jets-as-part-of-deal-for-up-to-200-narrowbody-aircraft/156253.article
Acquisition moves must be within ‘risk profile’: Air France-KLM chief
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/acquisition-moves-must-be-within-risk-profile-air-france-klm-chief/156231.article
JetBlue expects P&W engine issues to ground at least six aircraft through 2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/jetblue-expects-pandw-engine-issues-to-ground-at-least-six-aircraft-through-2024/155615.article
How Adrian Neuhauser transformed Avianca into a low-cost competitor
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/how-adrian-neuhauser-transformed-avianca-into-a-low-cost-competitor/156159.article
Qantas faces shareholder ire at AGM, acknowledges ‘substantial’ loss of trust
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/qantas-faces-shareholder-ire-at-agm-acknowledges-substantial-loss-of-trust/155657.article
Air India takes delivery of first A350
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-india-takes-delivery-of-first-a350-/156301.article
Norway’s competition authority approves Norwegian’s acquisition of Wideroe
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/norways-competition-authority-approves-norwegians-acquisition-of-wideroe/156292.article
China Eastern eyes Abu Dhabi link amid plan to deepen Etihad tie-up
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/china-eastern-eyes-abu-dhabi-link-amid-plan-to-deepen-etihad-tie-up/156270.article
Qatar Airways chief Al Baker to step down in November
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/qatar-airways-chief-al-baker-to-step-down-in-november/155491.article
In the latest instalment of the Airline Business Podcast – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis look back on the past 12 months for the airline industry, considering the high and low points.
They also discuss what might be ahead in 2024.
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From aircraft availability to consolidation: 10 airline stories that will shape industry in 2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/from-aircraft-availability-to-consolidation-10-airline-stories-that-will-shape-industry-in-2024/156248.article
When it comes to airline M&A, is the gain still worth the pain?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/when-it-comes-to-airline-manda-is-the-gain-still-worth-the-pain/156138.article
Bulk aircraft orders continue as airlines stock up for future growth
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/bulk-aircraft-orders-continue-as-airlines-stock-up-for-future-growth/156282.article
Why airline industry focus is on the margins of profitability
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-airline-industry-focus-is-on-the-margins-of-profitability/156134.article
In the latest instalment of the Airline Business Podcast – sponsored by Panasonic Avionics – Graham and Lewis discuss the aircraft orders placed at this year’s Dubai air show and what they might mean for capacity growth in the region, particularly when it comes to widebody jets.
They also look at the air cargo sector’s declining fortunes since its pandemic-era highs and consider whether a turnaround in demand is on the horizon.
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Widebodies account for almost half the order business at Dubai show
https://www.flightglobal.com/orders-and-deliveries/widebodies-account-for-almost-half-the-order-business-at-dubai-show/155870.article
Dubai air show underlines Middle East carrier growth ambitions
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/dubai-air-show-underlines-middle-east-carrier-growth-ambitions/155885.article
Emirates to expand A350 commitment with additional -900s
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/emirates-to-expand-a350-commitment-with-additional-900s/155890.article
Etihad chief sees carrier entering third decade with renewed growth opportunity
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/etihad-chief-sees-carrier-entering-third-decade-with-renewed-growth-opportunity/155865.article
Ethiopian commits to additional A350-900s
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ethiopian-commits-to-additional-a350-900s/155871.article
Flydubai follows Emirates in establishing Dubai South MRO centre
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/flydubai-follows-emirates-in-establishing-dubai-south-mro-centre/155869.article
Widebody delivery timelines likely to slip as order books fill-up: Udvar-Hazy
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/widebody-delivery-timelines-likely-to-slip-as-order-books-fill-up-udvar-hazy/155864.article
Emirates' Clark: 777X follow-on order a balance of confidence and lead times
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/emirates-clark-777x-follow-on-order-a-balance-of-confidence-and-lead-times/155847.article
SunExpress chief on how carrier is stepping up in scale with new Max 10 order
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/sunexpress-chief-on-how-carrier-is-stepping-up-in-scale-with-new-max-10-order/155914.article
EgyptAir signs for 10 A350-900s
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/egyptair-signs-for-10-a350-900s/155829.article
Clark still gets ‘real buzz’ from leading Emirates after delaying retirement
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/clark-still-gets-real-buzz-from-leading-emirates-after-delaying-retirement/155918.article
Why stakeholders reject assumption hydrogen power will push up air fares
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-stakeholders-reject-assumption-hydrogen-power-will-push-up-air-fares/155950.article
Battered but not beaten: air cargo’s turbulent descent from Covid-era highs
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/battered-but-not-beaten-air-cargos-turbulent-descent-from-covid-era-highs/155897.article
Graham and Lewis discuss the latest consolidation moves in Europe, as Air France-KLM announces plans to take a minority stake in SAS.
They also consider the industry’s sustainability challenge, in light of the IATA World Sustainability Symposium in Madrid, including hurdles in the development of a sustainable aviation fuel industry.
Finally, they consider the latest opinions on the industry’s outlook, as strong demand and constrained capacity continue to support yields.
This episode is sponsored by Panasonic Avionics.
If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email podcast@flightglobal.com
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Air France-KLM has potential avenue to becoming controlling SAS shareholder
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-france-klm-has-potential-avenue-to-becoming-controlling-sas-shareholder/155232.article
SAS to leave Star for SkyTeam after picking Air France-KLM and Castlelake as investors
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/sas-to-leave-star-for-skyteam-after-picking-air-france-klm-and-castlelake-as-investors/155224.article
Malta puts hopes on higher load factors and profitable routes for successor carrier
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/malta-puts-hopes-on-higher-load-factors-and-profitable-routes-for-successor-carrier/155231.article
Government to launch successor carrier to Air Malta in March 2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/government-to-launch-successor-carrier-to-air-malta-in-march-2024/155201.article
‘Airline sweet spot may have got sweeter’: IATA chief economist
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airline-sweet-spot-may-have-got-sweeter-iata-chief-economist/155242.article
‘Not a single drop’: LATAM Airlines chief highlights region’s SAF challenges
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/not-a-single-drop-latam-airlines-chief-highlights-regions-saf-challenges/155274.article
Portugal clears path for TAP sale with new decree
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/portugal-clears-path-for-tap-sale-with-new-decree/155161.article
Airline optimism high as demand trumps fuel cost concerns
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airline-optimism-high-as-demand-trumps-fuel-cost-concerns/155143.article
Early signs of ‘normalisation’ effects at airlines
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/early-signs-of-normalisation-effects-at-airlines/154951.article
Graham and Lewis look back on another strong set of quarterly results from the global airline industry, while considering whether the coming months will see ‘normalisation’ in more markets.
They then discuss the success or otherwise of the various start-up carriers that have launched operations over the past few years – and prospects for a few that are yet to get off the ground.
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More signs of airline markets ‘normalising’ as fares soften
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/more-signs-of-airline-markets-normalising-as-fares-soften/154592.article
US pent-up demand shifts to long-haul at expense of domestic
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/us-pent-up-demand-shifts-to-long-haul-at-expense-of-domestic/154406.article
Air cargo grapples with plummeting rates and freighter oversupply fears
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-cargo-grapples-with-plummeting-rates-and-freighter-oversupply-fears/154454.article
Pegasus sees post-Covid travel boom ebbing after ‘strong’ second quarter
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/pegasus-sees-post-covid-travel-boom-ebbing-after-strong-second-quarter/154553.article
IAG again flags slower-than-expected recovery in corporate travel
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iag-again-flags-slower-than-expected-recovery-in-corporate-travel/154346.article
Spohr sees Lufthansa ready to leave operational buffer behind in 2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/spohr-sees-lufthansa-ready-to-leave-operational-buffer-behind-in-2024/154410.article
Profitable Lufthansa foresees ‘unabated’ demand across rest of 2023
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/profitable-lufthansa-foresees-unabated-demand-across-rest-of-2023/154404.article
Challenges remain despite Air France-KLM's steady post-pandemic progress
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/challenges-remain-despite-air-france-klms-steady-post-pandemic-progress/154343.article
Frontier navigates weather, ATC issues and long-haul competition to Q2 profit
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/frontier-navigates-weather-atc-issues-and-long-haul-competition-to-q2-profit/154380.article
Born during the pandemic, Taiwan’s Starlux now makes up for lost time
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/born-during-the-pandemic-taiwans-starlux-now-makes-up-for-lost-time/154522.article
US start-up Red Way to cease operations two months after launch
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/us-start-up-carrier-red-way-to-cease-operations-two-months-after-launch/154674.article
Monarch revival in doubt as funding runs out
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/monarch-revival-in-doubt-as-funding-runs-out/154765.article
Bonza finds its wings with Australia’s infrequent fliers
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/bonza-finds-its-wings-with-australias-infrequent-fliers/154756.article
Prospective A380 start-up Global Airlines plans initial New York and Los Angeles routes
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/prospective-a380-start-up-global-airlines-plans-initial-new-york-and-los-angeles-routes/154340.article
Graham and Lewis discuss the operational challenges being seen in Europe and North America, as ATC issues and airspace restrictions combine with weather events and other factors.
They also consider the longer-term capacity challenges in the industry and the impact of sustainability concerns on airline growth plans.
They then revisit this year's Airline Strategy Awards, highlighting some of the winning stories.
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IAG cites Iberia lessons as BA and Aer Lingus battle operational challenges
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Why some airlines are relieved to be flying older aircraft
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Airlines ask Dutch Supreme Court to consider Schiphol noise judgement
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airlines-ask-dutch-supreme-court-to-consider-schiphol-noise-judgement/154270.article
IATA opposes ban on night flights at Brussels airport
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-opposes-ban-on-night-flights-at-brussels-airport/154229.article
Ryanair indicates 737 Max delivery delays could persist to mid-2024
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ryanair-indicates-737-max-delivery-delays-could-persist-to-mid-2024/154249.article
IATA slams North American air traffic control chaos
https://www.flightglobal.com/safety/iata-slams-north-american-air-traffic-control-chaos/154174.article
EasyJet blames ATC delays as it cancels 1,700 summer flights
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/easyjet-blames-atc-delays-as-it-cancels-1700-summer-flights/154046.article
Why does United Airlines chief think competitors are ‘in denial’?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-does-united-airlines-chief-think-competitors-are-in-denial/151803.article
United sees improvement in Newark as it cuts summer schedule: CEO
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/united-sees-improvement-in-newark-as-it-cuts-summer-schedule-ceo/154210.article
Amid United Airlines’ operational meltdown, CEO apologises for private jet trip
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/amid-united-airlines-operational-meltdown-ceo-apologises-for-private-jet-trip/153987.article
The Airline Strategy Awards 2023: winning stories
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/the-airline-strategy-awards-2023-winning-stories/154083.article
Graham and Lewis discuss how European and North American carriers performed during the recent earnings season, which saw a degree of ‘normalisation’ and plenty of positivity about the summer, despite the slower recovery of corporate travel.
They then consider the growing problems around aircraft maintenance delays, particularly in light of India’s Go First grounding its fleet.
Next they discuss Ryanair’s bumper – and long-expected – order for Boeing 737 Max 10 jets, before looking at the legacy of departing Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce.
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IAG reports Q1 operating profit as leisure demand gives it summer confidence
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iag-reports-q1-operating-profit-as-leisure-demand-gives-it-summer-confidence/153155.article
Lufthansa predicts ‘summer travel boom’ after loss-making Q1
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/lufthansa-predicts-summer-travel-boom-after-loss-making-q1/153107.article
US carriers see revenues surge, but challenges remain
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/us-carriers-see-revenues-surge-but-challenges-remain/152916.article
Corporate customers are back: United Airlines
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/corporate-customers-are-back-united-airlines/152917.article
How strong is the corporate air travel recovery?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/how-strong-is-the-corporate-air-travel-recovery/153242.article
Ryanair reaches 737 Max 10 deal covering up to 300 aircraft
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ryanair-reaches-737-max-10-deal-covering-up-to-300-aircraft/153197.article
Ryanair settles for higher price to secure 737 Max 10 slots
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ryanair-settles-for-higher-price-to-secure-737-max-10-slots/153198.article
Third of Swiss Airbus A220s grounded as Lufthansa boss lists supply constraints
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/third-of-swiss-a220s-grounded-as-lufthansa-boss-lists-supply-constraints/153111.article
India’s Go First suspends flights, blames P&W engine woes for insolvency protection filing
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/indias-go-first-suspends-flights-blames-pandw-engine-woes-for-insolvency-protection-filing/153099.article
Qantas CEO succession a fitting outcome after Joyce’s diversity focus
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/qantas-ceo-succession-a-fitting-outcome-after-joyces-diversity-focus/153120.article
Unpacking Alan Joyce’s Qantas legacy
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/unpacking-alan-joyces-qantas-legacy/153089.article
Qantas appoints finance chief as new CEO
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/qantas-appoints-finance-chief-as-new-ceo/153086.article
Graham and Lewis talk through the growing list of consolidation moves within the global industry, discussing why deals take such a long time to get over the line.
They then look back on Graham’s recent interview with Lufthansa Group chief executive Carsten Spohr and what he had to say about the Italian market, before considering the launch of Riyadh Air and a bumper widebody deal for Saudi carriers.
Finally, Lewis talks through our latest survey of women in the C-suite, with data showing the number of female chief executives has shot up over the past 12 months.
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Airlines struggle to fast-track consolidation
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airlines-struggle-to-fast-track-consolidation/152276.article
Significant rise in women leading airlines offsets falls elsewhere in C-suite
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/significant-rise-in-women-leading-airlines-offsets-falls-elsewhere-in-c-suite/151863.article
Carsten Spohr on how Lufthansa is back on the front foot
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/carsten-spohr-on-how-lufthansa-is-back-on-the-front-foot/152353.article
Saudi aircraft orders underscore home carrier ambitions
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/saudi-aircraft-orders-underscore-home-carrier-ambitions/152465.article
Jazeera to create new Saudi low-cost airline
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/jazeera-to-create-new-saudi-low-cost-airline/152463.article
Saudi government unveils new national airline Riyadh Air
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/saudi-government-unveils-new-national-airline-riyadh-air/152436.article
Graham and Lewis discuss the recent collapses of European carriers Flybe and Flyr, asking whether those developments belie a much brighter outlook for the industry in 2023.
They also consider recent comments from United Airlines chief executive Scott Kirby about fundamental changes to the industry coming out of the pandemic, which he suggests could make growth plans undeliverable if peers fail to act.
Expanding on Kirby’s comments, they further consider whether the industry is better prepared for the strong demand ahead as carriers and the wider sector gear up for the northern hemisphere summer.
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How significant are exits of Flybe and Flyr from Europe’s airline market?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/how-significant-are-exits-of-flybe-and-flyr-from-europes-airline-market/151879.article
Investors see value in airlines as 2023 outlook improves
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/investors-see-value-in-airlines-as-2023-outlook-improves/151997.article
Why does United Airlines chief think competitors are ‘in denial’?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-does-united-airlines-chief-think-competitors-are-in-denial/151803.article
European airports hope for ‘boring’ summer after ramp-up disruptions
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/european-airports-hope-for-boring-summer-after-ramp-up-disruptions/151926.article
Graham and Lewis discuss some of the most interesting developments in 2022, including KLM’s challenges, ITA Airways wrangling, Norwegian’s renaissance, JetBlue’s move for Spirit, Abra Group ambitions in Latin America, Air India’s transformation and consolidation, differing fortunes at domestic market-less Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific, and Saudi ambitions as it looks to launch new flag carrier.
The Airline Business 38: tracking key data indicators from airlines around the world
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/the-airline-business-38-tracking-key-data-indicators-from-airlines-around-the-world/151438.article
Legal action possible as Air France-KLM vows to fight Schiphol cap
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/legal-action-possible-as-air-france-klm-vows-to-fight-schiphol-cap/149682.article
Airline CEO changes in 2022 dominated by appointment of women and upheaval in India
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airline-ceo-changes-in-2022-dominated-by-appointment-of-women-and-upheaval-in-india/148920.article
ITA sees passenger revenues ahead of budget as Italy works on securing investor
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ita-sees-passenger-revenues-ahead-of-budget-as-italy-works-on-securing-investor/151446.article
Air France-KLM eyes TAP, Transavia and territories for growth as ITA deadline nears
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-france-klm-eyes-tap-transavia-and-territories-for-growth-as-ita-deadline-nears/150747.article
Norwegian trialling expansion beyond Nordics with Riga base
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/norwegian-trialling-expansion-beyond-nordics-with-riga-base/150704.article
Norwegian saw historic-high unit revenue during profitable third quarter
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/norwegian-saw-historic-high-unit-revenue-during-profitable-third-quarter/150700.article
American and JetBlue expand alliance amid looming antitrust decision
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/american-and-jetblue-expand-alliance-amid-looming-antitrust-decision/151295.article
JetBlue-Spirit deal approved by Spirit shareholders
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/jetblue-spirit-deal-approved-by-spirit-shareholders/150621.article
Weathering storms: Avianca survives pandemic, bankruptcy and ‘painful’ changes
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/weathering-storms-avianca-survives-pandemic-bankruptcy-and-painful-changes/151323.article
Latin carriers re-emerge from crisis but with fresh uncertainties ahead
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/latin-carriers-re-emerge-from-crisis-but-with-fresh-uncertainties-ahead/150904.article
How Abra Group could change balance of airline power in Latin America
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/how-abra-group-could-change-balance-of-airline-power-in-latin-america/150546.article
How enlarged Air India sets up two-horse race in Indian market
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/how-enlarged-air-india-sets-up-two-horse-race-in-indian-market/151204.article
Singapore Airlines agrees deal on Vistara merger with Air India
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/singapore-airlines-agrees-deal-on-vistara-merger-with-air-india/151145.article
SIA attributes strong results to early investment in capacity
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/sia-attributes-strong-results-to-early-investment-in-capacity/150862.article
Cathay flags ‘substantial’ 2022 loss despite improving environment
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/cathay-flags-substantial-2022-loss-despite-improving-environment/151034.article
How far through recovery are Middle East airlines?
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/how-far-through-recovery-are-middle-east-airlines/151404.article
Wizz Air helps to kick-start Saudi Arabia’s aviation powerhouse ambitions
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/wizz-air-helps-to-kick-start-saudi-arabias-aviation-powerhouse-ambitions/150145.article
Graham and Lewis discuss IATA's recent forecast for 2023, which showed the industry tipping into profitable territory after a punishing few years.
They also discuss airport charges following more developments at Heathrow, and consider Virgin Atlantic's growth plans.
They then focus ot the A380's fortunes following Etihad's decision to bring some back into service, before discussing United Airlines' recent bumper aircraft order - and a potential order from Air India.
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IATA forecasts global airline industry will return to profit in 2023
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-forecasts-global-airline-industry-will-return-to-profit-in-2023/151224.article
Razor-thin airline industry profit projection for 2023 reflects complex web of factors
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/razor-thin-airline-industry-profit-projection-for-2023-reflects-complex-web-of-factors/151271.article
Virgin chief prepped for ‘subdued’ 2023 but no sign yet of bookings impact
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/virgin-chief-prepped-for-subdued-2023-but-no-sign-yet-of-bookings-impact/151238.article
United hands Boeing order for 100 787 Dreamliners and 100 737 Max
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/united-hands-boeing-order-for-100-787-dreamliners-and-100-737-max/151308.article
Air India to lease six 777-300ERs, six A320neos amid ‘aggressive expansion’
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/air-india-to-lease-six-777-300ers-six-a320neos-amid-aggressive-expansion/151218.article
Strong end to 2022 prompts Lufthansa Group to raise full-year profit forecast
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/strong-end-to-2022-prompts-lufthansa-group-to-raise-full-year-profit-forecast/151314.article
Virgin Atlantic livid as UK regulator details interim Heathrow price cap
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/virgin-atlantic-livid-as-uk-regulator-details-interim-heathrow-price-cap/151291.article
Etihad partially restoring A380 fleet for service on London route
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/etihad-partially-restoring-a380-fleet-for-service-on-london-route/151288.article
Graham and Lewis discuss a strong third-quarter results season for airlines in Europe and North America, as constrained capacity met surging demand. They also consider whether that momentum can continue into 2023 and look at developments in the air cargo sector.
Then, following the recent ICAO agreement on a long-term aspirational goal for aviation, they examine the next steps for the airline industry on its journey to net-zero CO2.
Finally, Graham talks about prospects for the Latin American airline sector after his recent trip to the ALTA Airline Leaders Forum in Buenos Aires.
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Why airline confidence is high despite headwinds
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/why-airline-confidence-is-high-despite-headwinds/150844.article
Air France-KLM eyes TAP, Transavia and territories for growth as ITA deadline nears
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-france-klm-eyes-tap-transavia-and-territories-for-growth-as-ita-deadline-nears/150747.article
Air France-KLM operating profit tops €1bn in Q3 despite Schiphol challenges
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-france-klm-operating-profit-tops-1bn-in-q3-despite-schiphol-challenges/150743.article
Lufthansa Group reports strong forward demand as Q3 profit exceeds €1bn
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/lufthansa-group-reports-strong-forward-demand-as-q3-profit-exceeds-1bn/150718.article
Shortage of 787 cockpit windows reflects industry-wide supply constraints: Lufthansa chief
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/shortage-of-787-cockpit-windows-reflects-industry-wide-supply-constraints-lufthansa-chief/150723.article
Vueling heads IAG carrier capacity and profits return
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/vueling-heads-iag-carrier-capacity-and-profits-return/150750.article
Delta tops record revenues in strong third quarter
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/delta-tops-record-revenues-in-strong-third-quarter/150528.article
Relief and reality checks after ICAO aviation emissions deal
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/relief-and-reality-checks-after-icao-aviation-emissions-deal/150636.article
Air transport bodies welcome ICAO resolution on net-zero goal
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-transport-bodies-welcome-icao-resolution-on-net-zero-goal/150470.article
Taxes, litigation, air rage and infrastructure weigh on Latin American carriers
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/taxes-litigation-air-rage-and-infrastructure-weigh-on-latin-american-carriers/150579.article
Does recession threaten Latin American airlines’ hard-won successes?
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/does-recession-threaten-latin-american-airlines-hard-won-successes/150593.article
Can Argentina’s aviation sector tap growth potential?
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/can-argentinas-aviation-sector-tap-growth-potential/150641.article
Graham and Lewis discuss the transition from a positive summer period in terms of demand and - in some cases - profits to an uncertain winter, with a long list of challenges clouding the 2023 outlook.
Jon Hemmerdinger then joins Graham to discuss the recent tie-up between United Airlines and Emirates, and Frontier Airlines' strategy after losing out on Spirit.
Finally, Graham and Lewis consider some of the consolidation moves in markets in recent weeks, before discussing the grounding of flights at Romanian operator Blue Air.
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The two unusual phenomena faced by airlines as headwinds strengthen
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/the-two-unusual-phenomena-faced-by-airlines-as-headwinds-strengthen/150120.article
United and Emirates strike broad partnership that will ‘terrify’ competitors
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/united-and-emirates-strike-broad-partnership-that-will-terrify-competitors/150200.article
JetBlue-Spirit deal will leave Frontier like ‘Southwest in the late ’80s’: CEO
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/jetblue-spirit-deal-will-leave-frontier-like-southwest-in-the-late-80s-ceo/150237.article
Romania’s Blue Air delays service restart until 10 October
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/romanias-blue-air-delays-service-restart-until-10-october/150143.article
Italian start-up ITA retreads familiar path with Air France-KLM link-up
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/italian-start-up-ita-retreads-familiar-path-with-air-france-klm-link-up/150101.article
Graham and Lewis discuss the resumption of Boeing 787 deliveries and the impact of supply-chain issues on fleet planning.
They also look back to July’s Farnborough air show, which saw Boeing dominate the order announcements as Airbus unveiled a string of commitments before and after the event.
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Boeing resumes 787 deliveries, handing aircraft to American Airlines
https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/boeing-resumes-787-deliveries-handing-aircraft-to-american-airlines/149804.article
Dreamliner deliveries resume but capacity constraints remain
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/dreamliner-deliveries-resume-but-capacity-constraints-remain/149795.article
Airbus and Boeing delays add to ‘global supply bottleneck’: Lufthansa chief
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airbus-and-boeing-delays-add-to-global-supply-bottleneck-lufthansa-chief/149744.article
Boeing Max deals lead Farnborough air show order activity
https://www.flightglobal.com/farnborough-2022/boeing-max-deals-lead-farnborough-air-show-order-activity/149546.article
‘We don’t need to make a lot of noise’: Scherer on Airbus at Farnborough~
https://www.flightglobal.com/farnborough-2022/we-dont-need-to-make-a-lot-of-noise-scherer-on-airbus-at-farnborough/149530.article
Qatar orders 25 Boeing 737 Max 10, plus 25 options
https://www.flightglobal.com/farnborough-2022/qatar-orders-25-boeing-737-max-10-plus-25-options/149547.article
GE successfully tests high-power, high-voltage hybrid-electric engine at altitude
https://www.flightglobal.com/farnborough-2022/ge-successfully-tests-high-power-high-voltage-hybrid-electric-engine-at-altitude/149460.article
Delta orders 100 Boeing 737 Max 10s as Farnborough opens
https://www.flightglobal.com/farnborough-2022/delta-orders-100-boeing-737-max-10s-as-farnborough-opens/149430.article
Condor orders 41 Airbus A320neo-family jets
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/condor-orders-41-airbus-a320neo-family-jets/149594.article
China’s ‘big three’ airlines sign for 292 Airbus A320neos
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/chinas-big-three-airlines-sign-for-292-airbus-a320neos/149256.article
Malaysia Airlines picks A330neos for medium-haul fleet renewal
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/malaysia-airlines-picks-a330neos-for-medium-haul-fleet-renewal/149844.article
Ethiopian Airlines converts four A350 orders to -1000 variant
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/ethiopian-airlines-converts-four-a350-orders-to-1000-variant/149660.article
Graham and Lewis consider the main talking points from the recent IATA AGM in Doha, at which the association outlined an improved economic outlook for the industry.
At the same time as better news on Covid restrictions being dropped, however, executives also acknowledged a new set of headwinds.
They also discuss the return of the Airbus A380 at some carriers, after questions were asked about its future during the pandemic.
The superjumbo is returning to operations amid a stronger-than-expected recovery in demand and delays in other key widebody aircraft programmes.
They also discuss a recent bumper aircraft order by Chinese carriers and the forthcoming Farnborough air show.
Risks and uncertainties persist despite IATA’s brighter economic outlook
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/risks-and-uncertainties-persist-despite-iatas-brighter-economic-outlook/149108.article
Defiant Walsh says airline industry can handle coming headwinds
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/defiant-walsh-says-airline-industry-can-handle-coming-headwinds/149087.article
IATA trims industry loss expectations for 2022 to $9.7bn
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/iata-trims-industry-loss-expectations-for-2022-to-97bn/149057.article
New Pegasus chief hails tourism rebound and ‘game-changing’ A321neos
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/new-pegasus-chief-hails-tourism-rebound-and-game-changing-a321neos/149106.article
Kenya Airways chief sees ‘very promising’ summer as demand picks up
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/kenya-airways-chief-sees-very-promising-summer-as-demand-picks-up/149066.article
Break-even unlikely in 2022 amid cost pressures: Malaysia Airlines chief
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/break-even-unlikely-in-2022-amid-cost-pressures-malaysia-airlines-chief/149084.article
Emirates chief rates industry challenges 9/10 but sees demand resilience
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/emirates-chief-rates-industry-challenges-9/10-but-sees-demand-resilience/149081.article
Cathay plans hiring spree as airline anticipates network ramp-up
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/cathay-plans-hiring-spree-as-airline-anticipates-network-ramp-up/149070.article
A380s return amid strong travel demand and aircraft delivery delays
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/a380s-return-amid-strong-travel-demand-and-aircraft-delivery-delays/149238.article
Emirates chief predicts ‘relief on both sides’ if 787 order parked
https://www.flightglobal.com/iata-agm-2022/emirates-chief-predicts-relief-on-both-sides-if-787-order-parked/149135.article
China’s ‘big three’ airlines sign for 292 Airbus A320neos
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/chinas-big-three-airlines-sign-for-292-airbus-a320neos/149256.article
Graham and Lewis consider the blame game that is emerging as airlines and the wider air travel sector grapple with operational challenges.
They also discuss the next sustainability steps for airlines – including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and offsetting – as the industry prepares to meet in Doha for this year's IATA AGM.
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IATA chief hits back at ‘idiot politicians’ who blame UK airlines for staff shortages
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/iata-chief-hits-back-at-idiot-politicians-who-blame-uk-airlines-for-staff-shortages/148907.article
EasyJet chief calls for ‘sober view’ of capacity limits at UK airports this summer
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/easyjet-chief-calls-for-sober-view-of-capacity-limits-at-uk-airports-this-summer/148908.article
Air France-KLM chief concerned over staff shortage spreading to Paris and 787 delays
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/air-france-klm-chief-concerned-over-staff-shortage-spreading-to-paris-and-787-delays/148909.article
Airlines grapple with cancellations, queues and government gall
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/airlines-grapple-with-cancellations-queues-and-government-gall/148865.article
Is hydrogen power the right path for aviation?
https://www.flightglobal.com/flight-international/is-hydrogen-power-the-right-path-for-aviation/148446.article
Aviation will heavily rely on carbon credits to hit EU ‘Fit for 55’ emissions target
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/aviation-will-heavily-rely-on-carbon-credits-to-hit-eu-fit-for-55-emissions-target/148634.article
The sustainability chiefs leading the airline industry’s net-zero charge
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/the-sustainability-chiefs-leading-the-airline-industrys-net-zero-charge/148417.article
Graham and Lewis discuss big airline expectations from the recent results season, alongside the operational challenges that threaten to limit the recovery and the uncertainty regarding what might follow.
And as more of the Asia-Pacific region brings down border restrictions, they consider the impact of China’s continued ‘zero-Covid’ policy on airlines within that country and on overseas carriers that relied on its citizens’ seemingly endless appetite for international travel.
Willie Walsh on the airline sector’s road to recovery and a sustainable future
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/willie-walsh-on-the-airline-sectors-road-to-recovery-and-a-sustainable-future/148482.article
Has the golden age of Chinese air travel come to an end?
https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/has-the-golden-age-of-chinese-air-travel-come-to-an-end/148514.article
Air cargo market told to brace for ‘growing challenges’ as demand falls
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/air-cargo-market-told-to-brace-for-growing-challenges-as-demand-falls/148493.article
JetBlue cuts Q2 capacity growth as it attempts to ‘create resiliency’
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/jetblue-cuts-q2-capacity-growth-as-it-attempts-to-create-resiliency/148400.article
British Airways trims capacity plan to tackle operational challenges
https://www.flightglobal.com/networks/british-airways-trims-capacity-plan-to-tackle-operational-challenges/148543.article
IAG sees profits from second quarter onwards on summer ramp-up
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/iag-sees-profits-from-second-quarter-onwards-on-summer-ramp-up/148538.article
Lufthansa reminds of A380 option amid strong demand and Boeing delays
https://www.flightglobal.com/fleets/lufthansa-reminds-of-a380-option-amid-strong-demand-and-boeing-delays/148522.article
Border reopening lifts Asia Pacific airlines’ March traffic
https://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/border-reopening-lifts-asia-pacific-airlines-march-traffic/148430.article
Southwest Airlines aims to be ‘solidly profitable’ in 2022
https://www.flightglobal.com/strategy/southwest-airlines-aims-to-be-solidly-profitable-in-2022/148455.article