Alaska closes Virgin America buy, creating US’s 5th largest airline

Seattle-based Alaska Air Group has closed its $4 billion acquisition of San Francisco-based Virgin America, creating the fifth largest airline in the US.

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British Airways’ cabin crew vote to strike

British Airways (BA) looks set to join the list of major European airlines that have endured industrial strife this year, following a ballot for strike action by cabin crew staff.

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SAS to open European bases under cost reduction plan

SAS Scandinavian Airlines plans to open aircraft bases in Europe within the next 12 to 15 months, as it seeks to cut costs to appeal to leisure travelers.

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FAA validates Bombardier CS300

The Bombardier CS300 has gained type validation by FAA, meaning both variants of the CSeries have been certified by Transport Canada, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and FAA.

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ANALYSIS: Reading Trump

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The US president-elect tweets and the air transport sector anxiously holds its breath.

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China Southern accelerates market expansion in Australia
Azerbaijan Airlines to establish LCC subsidiary
Air Caraïbes takes first new ATR 72-600
Munich aims to become Germany’s first carbon-neutral airport
IATA: Airline industry net profits up 5% in 3Q
Air Canada, Virgin Australia to codeshare
MRO Briefs-Dec. 14, 2016

Avianca Brasil challenged by weak demand, overcapacity

Avianca Brasil has been challenged by weak demand, high fuel prices, taxes and overcapacity this year as it navigates through a tough economic climate in Brazil.

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Man of Action

IATA’s new chief focuses on speed, removing barriers to free trade & movement.

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ATW Editor’s Blog: Five priorities for the next US Transportation Secretary
ATW AirKarp Blog: Good news for US airlines on unit revenue
ATW Need I Say Moores Blog: Don’t hold your breath…

Poll Question

Would you make onboard mobile phone calls, if it were permitted?

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NEW! Gallery: Airbus widebody modular cabin concept
Gallery: Southwest begins Havana service
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Video: airBaltic CEO Martin Gauss speaks at the CS300 ceremony
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Gallery: United rolls out new Polaris business-class
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Airbus and Boeing Commercial Aircraft Orders Year-to-Date: November 2016
Airbus and Boeing Commercial Aircraft Deliveries Year-to-Date: November 2016
World Airline Financial Results: 3d Quarter 2016 Roundup

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