Machinists Union Blames Boeing Cost-Cutting for Crippled Supply Chain
A major union representing Boeing machinists is pointing fingers at the company’s cost-cutting practices, claiming these have crippled the aviation giant’s supply chain. Jon Holden, president of the International Association…
Boeing Sanctioned by NTSB for Leaking Details of 737 MAX Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has imposed sanctions on Boeing for disclosing non-public details about the government’s investigation into the Alaska Airlines door-plug incident that occurred this year during…
Qatar Airways Eyes Stake in Virgin Australia, Shaking Up Local Aviation Landscape
Qatar Airways, one of the largest airline groups in the world, is reportedly in talks to buy up to a 20 percent stake in Virgin Australia, according to the Australian…
Boeing Set to Resume Widebody Deliveries to China After Regulatory Pause
Boeing, the world’s largest aerospace company, has recently announced that it will resume deliveries of its widebody airplanes to China. This decision comes after a temporary halt in deliveries due…
Lufthansa Introduces Environmental Charge to Offset Rising EU Regulatory Costs
Lufthansa, the German airline group, announced on Tuesday that it will add an environmental charge to its fares in order to cover the cost of increasing EU climate regulations. The…
Boeing Makes Bid for Key Supplier Spirit AeroSystems
Boeing has reportedly offered to acquire Spirit AeroSystems in a deal valued at approximately $35 per share, with the majority of the transaction funded through stock. This offer represents a…
Airbus In Talks to Acquire Operations at Four Spirit AeroSystems Plants
Airbus is poised to take over all or part of the operations of four Spirit AeroSystems plants as part of an impending deal that involves a carve-up of the U.S.-based…
Qatar Airways Soars Again, Clinching World’s Best Airline Title for Eighth Time
Qatar Airways has been named the World’s Best Airline for 2024, marking a significant achievement for the airline. This recognition was announced at the 2024 World Airline Awards, held in…
Boeing 737 MAX Crash Victim Families Seek Judicial Intervention for Corporate Monitor
In the wake of two devastating crashes involving Boeing‘s 737 MAX aircraft, the families of the victims have taken a significant step in their pursuit of justice and accountability. On…
IATA: New Boeing CEO Needs Clear Eyes on Past Mistakes
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has weighed in on the ongoing saga of Boeing‘s leadership search, emphasizing the importance of a future CEO who understands the company’s recent shortcomings.…