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Airliner World’s comprehensive coverage of worldwide
news, including a full roundup from the Singapore
Airshow, and highlights from ATR’s annual press
conference, plus Pilatus delivers its first PC-24, Boeing
secures 737 MAX 9 certification, and Bombardier
overturns US import tariff ruling.24 Syncopated Services
Born out of regional carrier Jazz Air, Chorus Aviation
has employed a three-pronged attack to become a
leading provider of airline operations and services.34 MC-21 – Heading
for Certification
Russia’s latest jet airliner programme, the Irkut
MC-21, has now entered its flight test and
certification programme.42 In the Spotlight
Russell Ray Jr reflects on his time as the final president
and chief executive of Pan American World Airways
(Pan Am) and his efforts to help save the failing carrier.53 Our Biggest Challenge
Growing economies and the expansion of global
industries give the aviation world much to be
optimistic about. However, IATA Director General and
CEO Alexandre de Juniac warns of challenges that need
to be overcome for that potential to be realised.56 Recycling an Airbus
Dutch firm Aircraft End-of-Life Solutions (AELS) recently
extended its in-house dismantling activities to include
widebody types.62 Blue is the Colour
Lufthansa’s iconic crane logo – widely considered to
be among the industry’s most recognisable trademarks- has been given a new lease of life as part of a major
brand refresh.
66 Commuting in the
Final Frontier
On board with Alaska Airlines on the ‘milk run’, an
essential lifeline to the remotest communities in
America’s largest state.74 Taking Mexico to the World
Aeromexico is in buoyant mood after a record-breaking
2017, but its plans don’t stop there.78 Deliveries
The latest commercial acquisitions.82 MRO News
Updates from maintenance, repair and overhaul providers.84 Aviation Training
A roundup of recent developments.86 Departure Gate
A selection of readers’ comments and photographs.
o90 Air Safety
Up-to-date accident reports and crash information.92 City Slicker
Former in 2007, British Airways' regional offshoot
BA CityFlyer has flourished into a strong and profitable
carrier with an expanding network of business and
leisure destinations.Contents
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