The latest industry news for the aviation and aerospace sectors.


Airline insurance market quiet on back of exceptionally low claims year

A report from insurance giant Aon suggests that the airline industry in again moving in a positive direction, despite the global uncertainty.

The Week in Brief 10 November 2011

AirAsia to take on Red Q; Qantas grounding hits tourism; Virgin Australia's premium seats on sale; and more.

Increasing use of composites in airliners raises safety concerns

The US has taken a close look at the process of certification of the B87 to check that repair and maintenance of major composite structures has been adequately covered.

US takes a fresh look at aviation security

The US Senate is holding an enquiry entitled Ten years after 9/11: The next wave in aviation security.

Europe needs to step back from 'disastrous' ETS stance

European Parliament member Brian Simpson told AAPA delegates that the uncompromising stance of the EU on its ETS will lead to a trade war.

Asia on track to meet growth expectations, but...

At this week's AAPA meeting in Seoul, director general Andrew Herdman shared his perspective on the state of the industry in this region.

Air Australia takes over from Strategic

"A breath of fresh air" is how a re-branded airline is describing itself after launching in Brisbane today.

The Week in Brief 3 November 2011

QF32 crew honoured; capacity surge dampens Asian growth; and more.

Singapore Airlines launches budget challenger

Singapore Airlines has this week announced the launch of Scoot, a no-frills operator.

Growth will require extra effort to contain airline accident numbers

A senior ICAO safety expert shared some of the latest airline accident analysis at Safeskies last week.

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