Airbus flies A321LR, studies higher capacity A321neo

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Airbus, which flew the A321LR for the first time Jan. 31, is studying a further raise in passenger capacity for its largest single-aisle model, executives said in Hamburg.

Airbus eyes further A321neo stretch

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Airbus has confirmed it is looking at a further stretch of the A320neo family, but is unlikely to make a fast decision.

Boeing projects another record year of aircraft deliveries in 2018

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Boeing expects to easily top the 763 commercial aircraft it delivered in 2017—an industry record—by delivering 810-815 aircraft in 2018.

Boeing, Embraer still in ‘active’ tie-up discussions

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Boeing remains in “active” and “productive” discussions with Embraer and the Brazilian government over a potential alignment of the two aircraft manufacturers, the chief executive of Boeing said Jan. 31.

Ryanair closes in on Aer Lingus flight connections

Alan Dron

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Ryanair is hopeful of having its much-discussed feeder connection with Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus operational this year, Ryanair head of marketing Kenny Jacobs said Jan. 30.

French Blue changes name after US LCC JetBlue objects

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French low-cost, long-haul carrier French Blue is changing its name to French Bee to avoid legal problems after objections about its name from US LCC JetBlue Airways.

Flybe making ‘strong progress’ on improvement plan
ULCC Spirit appears close to resolving difficult pilot labor situation
Volotea sees passenger loads leap 42% in 2017
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Asia’s Year of Transformation

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Region’s airlines look to build on profitability plans

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Embraer’s Pratt-Powered E2 Crossover Jet Readied for Launch

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Embraer’s newest generation of E-jets, powered by Pratt & Whitney’s Geared Turbofan engine, will enter into service on schedule this April.

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