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July 12, 2018

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Norwegian swings to profit in 2Q on lower unit costs

Helen Massy-Beresford

Norwegian Air Shuttle said lower unit costs helped the airline earn a NOK300 million ($37 million) profit for the second quarter, reversed from a loss of NOK691 million in the year-ago period.

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SSJ100 sustains damage in hard landing during testing; no injuries

Bill Carey

A Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) was damaged in a hard landing during winglet testing July 12 in Russia, manufacturer Sukhoi Civil Aircraft reported.

Delta 2Q net profit down 14% on higher fuel prices

Aaron Karp

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A strong demand environment enabled Delta Air Lines to somewhat mitigate surging fuel prices to post a $1.03 billion net profit for the second quarter.

Survey: Airlines interested in Boeingâs NMA, but differ on design

Jens Flottau

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An in-depth survey among more than 200 airlines shows a high level of industry interest in Boeing’s proposed new mid-market airplane (NMA), but potential customers highlight requirements differing from the preliminary design.

UK report: New measures needed to deal with airline failures

Alan Dron

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The risk of failure among airlines is “significant,” according to the interim report of a UK government inquiry.

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FAA agrees to improve safety oversight of airlines

Bill Carey

The FAA has agreed to improve its safety oversight of airlines after a finding by the US Department of Transportation Inspector General (IG) that its oversight of American Airlines “lacked objectivity.”

DOT officials recognized for aviation liberalization work

Four long-serving US Department of Transportation (DOT) officials have been named the joint recipients of the 2018 L. Welch Pogue Lifetime Achievement Award in Aviation.

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