This Week In Aviation

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I have received a lot of requests to make our Bryan Air show notes accessible as a readable version. I started adding the links to all the news articles in the note section of the YouTube channel, and I have done the same for Apple and Spotify listeners.

The research notes and highlights from the week’s aviation stories can be found right here in my weekly newsletter. I realise you don’t always have time to search for the vast aviation news articles in circulation nor do you necessarily have time to read them.

I hope you find some value in the highlights section.

RECRUITMENT NEWS 💼


Article Highlights

  1. Ryanair has placed an order for 300 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, consisting of 150 firm orders and 150 additional options.

  2. The airline selected the 737-10 for its increased capacity, better fuel efficiency, and reduced noise compared to their current 737NG fleet.

  3. The order supports Boeing's recovery from the pandemic and adds to the backlog for the 737-10, which is awaiting certification for passenger flights.


CHINESE AVIATION NEWS 🎙


Article Highlights

  1. China's three largest carriers, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines, have significantly reduced their losses in the first quarter of 2023 as the country eased its 'zero-Covid' curbs and travel restrictions.

  2. Air China Quarterly revenue jumped 94%.

  3. China Eastern Airlines Quarterly revenue increased by 78%.

  4. China Southern Airlines 59%

  5. These results come after record losses for the 2022 financial year due to China's strict 'zero-Covid' policy, which greatly affected travel demand. The easing of pandemic-related curbs has led to a rebound in domestic and international traffic.


  1. Hainan commits to 60 C919’s and 40 ARJ21s - https://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/hainan-airlines-commits-to-60-c919s-40-arj21s/153056.article

    Article Highlights

  1. Hainan Airlines has disclosed commitments for 60 Comac C919 narrowbody aircraft and 40 ARJ21 regional jets, providing a significant boost to Comac's order book.

  2. Out of the 100 aircraft, 30 C919 narrowbodies are expected to go to Urumqi Air

  3. Urumqi Air will be the second disclosed airline customer for the C919 after launch operator China Eastern Airlines, which took delivery of its first C919 in December 2022.

  4. The C919 program has faced delays in recent years, partly due to geopolitical tensions between China and the USA, as the C919 relies heavily on Western technology for its engines, cockpit controls, and interior systems.


Article Highlights

  1. Non-stop flights between North America and Asia have seen a significant increase in capacity, with several carriers offering at least 90% more seats from June through August compared to the previous year.

  2. Despite the increase, seating capacities in the North America-Asia market are still 34% down compared to pre-pandemic levels due to the ongoing US-China flight dispute.

  3. The US-China flight conflict started when Western carriers were banned from flying through Russian, Ukrainian, Belarusian, and Moldovan airspace, while Asian and Middle Eastern carriers were still allowed to use Russia's airspace.

  4. The dispute affects four Chinese carriers operating routes between China and the US, leading to 90% fewer flights between the two countries this summer.




INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE NEWS ✈️

Article Highlights

  1. Qantas is taking its pilots to court over the recruitment of Airbus A380 relief pilots, as the airline wants to hire 20 second officers externally.

  2. The Australian International Pilots Association opposes this, arguing that second officers should be promoted from within the company based on seniority, as per the established system.

  3. Qantas claims promoting pilots internally would double training requirements, but the union believes the airline is breaking its contract with pilots by not adhering to the seniority and allocation system.


Article Highlights

  1. Emirates has opened a store in Dubai's financial district that allows passengers to check in and drop off their bags without going to the airport.

  2. The store aims to reduce overcrowding at the airport and increase customer satisfaction by minimizing queues and wait times.

  3. In addition to regular check-in desks and self-service kiosks, Emirates plans to introduce a robot check-in assistant called Sara to assist passengers.


Article Highlights

  1. Safrans du Monde's new Grand Classiques World Tour is a 22-day luxury private jet journey that begins and ends in Paris, visiting destinations such as Rio de Janeiro, Cusco, Easter Island, Sydney, Hanoi, and Petra.

  2. Guests on the tour will be hosted in five-star hotels and enjoy fine dining, Champagne, and lie-flat seats on the private Airbus A340.

  3. The tour offers two classes of service, Club Safrans and Première Safrans, with the latter providing first-class seats, exclusive excursions, and ultra-luxurious hotel stays at a higher price. Club Safrans costs $75,000 per person, while Première Safrans costs $115,000 per person.


Article Highlights

  1. Emirates is wet-leasing two Boeing 747-400 freighters to increase capacity for its SkyCargo division, with plans to deploy them on routes to Chicago and Hong Kong.

  2. The airline plans to expand its SkyCargo fleet by acquiring five more Boeing 777Fs by 2024-25 and converting 10 777-300ERs to freighters over the next five years.


  • India’s Go Airlines gains bankruptcy protection

Article Highlights

  1. Go Airlines, India's fourth largest carrier, has been granted bankruptcy protection by the National Company Law Tribunal in New Delhi.

  2. The low-cost carrier faced a financial crisis due to issues with Pratt & Whitney engines, which grounded half of its 54 Airbus A320neos.

  3. The bankruptcy protection order puts a moratorium on Go  assets and leases, and appoints an interim resolution professional to take over management.

  4. Lessors face challenges in repossessing planes due to the bankruptcy protection, leading to potential legal battles and higher lease premiums for Indian airlines.


AFRICAN AVIATION NEWS 🌍

Article Highlights

  1. Proflight Zambia is launching the first direct flights between Lusaka and Cape Town starting July 1, making it the airline's fourth South African route.

  2. The new direct service eliminates the need for travelers to transit through Johannesburg.

  3. Initially operating twice weekly, the route will be serviced by a 50-seat CRJ jet, with connections available to partner airlines on other days.


  1. South African Airways has received government approval to expand its fleet with the lease of six additional Airbus aircraft.

  2. The expansion will enable the airline to relaunch international routes and provide extra regional and domestic capacity.

  3. The six aircraft include five A320-family airframes and a long-haul A330, with deliveries expected before the end of the year.


Article Highlights

  1. Over R100 million allocated for renovations to Dick Montshioa and Pilanesberg International airports in North West, South Africa, has reportedly "gone missing" with no work done and no accountability for the funds.

  2. The portfolio committee on community safety and transport management has opened a case of corruption and called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to authorize the Special Investigating Unit to investigate the department.


BRYAN AIR ADVISORY 🤖

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