Air Transport

Study Attests to Air Transport's Economic Value

The U.S. economy is one of the best “connected” of world economies in terms of air travel, according to an IATA-funded study.

Russia Escalates European Union Emissions Trading Row

Russia has blocked overflight rights for European carrier Finnair in protest at the European Union emissions trading scheme.

European Financial Crisis Will Drag Down Airline Profits This Year, Says IATA

Airline losses in Europe are set to escalate this year as the continent's financial crisis saps economic growth.

Embraer Landing-Gear Overhauls Drive Liebherr Expansion

Aircraft components manufacturer Liebherr-Aerospace has expanded its customer service facility in Saline, Mich., to meet increasing demand for overhauls.

FAA Approves Funding for ADS-B Rollout through 2020

The FAA has approved funding to continue the automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) network rollout through 2020.

Win a Ride on a Super Connie at Farnborough

Airports Slowly Return To Clear Security Line Program

San Francisco International Airport plans to adopt the Clear program this month.

Airbus Says Neo Choice Opens New R&D Avenues

The A320neo has bought Airbus time and resources.

FedEx Retires More Jets as Cargo Markets Stagnate

FedEx has decided to retire 24 more airplanes.

Alaska Airlines Sees 'Decent Payback' from RNP Investment

Alaska Airlines saved $19 million in 2011 using RNP procedures.

U.S. Scope Clause ‘Relief’ a Double-Edged Sword

A new proposed scope clause at Delta Air Lines would cut Delta Connection capacity by 60 percent.

Embraer to Offer Interim E-Jet Improvement before G2

Embraer plans to improve the fuel burn and other characteristics of the E-Jets before the G2 comes to market.