Big orders, big plans, and potentially big troubles across the industry, depending on who you are and how your fleet is structured.
A pilot ends up in jail, another wannabe who probably should. Plus a couple big orders and delivery milestones.
Another rough week in aviation, so we aimed for more respectful snark in this week’s episode.
Marrakech remains a mess for connections. And there are plenty of other messes around the world. But we find some good news, too.
Fortunately not too much drone chatter this week; we’ve got more important stuff to talk about.
A strike avoided, an engine fire, and new routes as we hit another arbitrary milestone.
Why do executives have so much trouble making tough decisions? Or are they just blind to the challenges?
Regulators are forcing airlines to do good things for passengers, which is refreshing. Plus maybe a new Dubai airport a decade from now, and lots more.
Often times the shortest distance between two airports is defined by politics more than geography. Last weekend that was more the case than usual.
Long flights come with challenging performance requirements. Delta looks to shed some weight restrictions and United may be adding some next year.
