Year: 2015

In the January issue of Airliner World, find out how Air Astana is moving to reconnect its native Kazakhstan with the global community, we deliver Sweden’s air mail with Malmö-based Amapola Flyg and we fly wild with the Twin Otter, pushing the venerable Canadian workhorse to its limits in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Elsewhere in this edition, we profile Basler, a company that takes the old adage that ‘the only replacement for a DC-3 is another DC-3’ to heart. We also chart the development of South Korea’s first low-cost carrier Jeju Air, we hear about Québec City/Jean Lesage’s modernisation plans and we remember Ohio’s Enterprise Airlines, which spearheaded the regional jet revolution. Lastly, we bring you our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including highlights from the Dubai Air Show, a successful year for ATR, Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield signs a major agreement with Flybe and the Mitsubishi Regional Jet makes its maiden flight. We also have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs, plus we give readers the chance to win a free 12-month subscription in our caption competition.

In the December issue of Airliner World, we profile Singapore Airlines’ low-cost, ‘young at heart’ subsidiary Scoot, we celebrate 80 years of the ubiquitous Douglas DC-3 and we haul freight with Lufthansa Cargo and its venerable MD-11Fs. Elsewhere in this edition, we join Finnair for the delivery of its first Airbus A350 XWB and Cargolux for the handover of its latest Boeing 747-8F. We also head north of the 38th parallel to Kalma Airport, North Korea’s newest gateway, we remember US budget carrier AirTran and its predecessor Valujet and we chat to Ruth Cadbury MP about the UK Airports Commission report and alternatives to expansion at London Heathrow. Lastly, we bring you our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including another major order for Norwegian, troubled Russian carrier Transaero Airlines is grounded, CityJet selects the Sukhoi Superjet for its fleet renewal programme, Airbus launches an ultra-long-range variant of its A350 XWB and British Airways retires its last 737. We also have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs.

In the November issue of Airliner World, we find out how Dubai-based Emirates is dealing with its continuing global expansion, we put Airbus’ most technologically-advanced airliner – the A350 XWB – through its paces and we profile Canada’s workhorse, the DHC-6 Twin Otter. Also in this edition, we chronicle the turbulent history of Go Fly, British Airways’ answer to Europe’s low-cost revolution, we visit Romania’s primary gateway, Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport, and we hear how Air Niugini has become an integral part of Papua New Guinea’s growing reputation. We also chat to 328 Support Services Managing Director Dave Jackson, about the company’s ambitious plans to launch regional aircraft production in Turkey. We also have our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including details of Transaero Airlines’ merger with Russian flag carrier Aeroflot, major orders from Wizz Air and Jet2.com, reprieve for Aer Arann Islands, and Vietnam Airlines introduces its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on services to London Heathrow. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs, plus we give readers the chance to win a free 12-month subscription in our caption competition.

In the October issue of Airliner World, we talk to József Váradi about an extraordinary year for European low-cost carrier Wizz Air, we examine KLM Cityhopper’s expanding route network and we chart the development of the Douglas DC-9 successor, the MD-80, one of the most successful airliners of its time. Also in this edition, we visit Zurich-based SR Technics which is tackling the highly competitive MRO market with a bold new strategy, and we look at what steps the global aviation industry is taking to reducing its environmental impact asking whether it is too little, too late? There’s also time to visit Romanian MRO specialist Aerostar and we celebrate Edelweiss Air’s 20th birthday in style, with a Zeppelin flight over Interlaken. The October issue also incorporates our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news including details of bmi regional and Loganair’s new joint venture, debris believed to be from missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 washes up in Réunion, London City Airport is put up for sale and Avianca Brasil is officially inaugurated into Star Alliance. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs, plus the second part of our FREE Global Airline Guide.

In the September issue of Airliner World, find out how Icelandair is rising from the ashes to become an increasingly important player in the lucrative transatlantic market. We also head Down Under with Australian domestic carrier Regional Express and we chronicle the history of the ‘third force’ in British aviation, Air UK. Also in this edition, we look back on 40 years of London Heathrow’s Terminal 1, we profile Panama City’s self-styled Hub of the Americas, Tocumen Airport, and we travel to Zurich to see Bombardier’s new C Series ahead of the type’s introduction with Swiss International Air Lines. We also chat with Air Corsica’s Director General Hervé Pierret and visit Aeroscopia, one of France’s premier aircraft collections. The September issue also incorporates our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news including details of British Airways’ soon-to-be-delivered Boeing 787-9s, International Airlines Group takes a step closer to acquiring Aer Lingus, Alitalia unveils its new brand, and a report from Star Alliance’s latest Chief Executive Board in Warsaw. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs, plus we give readers the chance to win a free 12-month subscription in our caption competition.

Paris AIR SHOW a review of the news orders and sales from the recent show at Le Bourget. EASY Innovations Showcasing some of the latest technologies being employed by leading low-carrier easyJet Flying a Classic Boeing 737 simulator proficiency checks with TNT Airways which play a crucial role in maintaining an airline’s safety.

In the July issue of Airliner World, we find out how Hong Kong’s Dragonair is growing into a dominant force in Southeast Asia, we speak to Floridian charter carrier Miami Air about its growing reputation as an industry leader and we examine some of the airlines which tried to capitalise on the Isle of Man’s wealth. Also in this edition, we head into the African bush with Nairobi-based Airkenya, we sample new levels of in-flight luxury with Qantas’ latest Business Class product and we shed light on Belfast International Airport’s airfield illuminations. We also fly the virtual skies with Flightdeck Experience, and we report on the high-end round-the-world services flown by TAG Aviation’s new Boeing 757. The July issue also incorporates our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news including a 100-aircraft order for Avianca, the Pilatus PC-24 makes its first flight, TUI Group launches a major consolidation and the International Airline Group closes on Aer Lingus acquisition. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs, plus we give readers the chance to win a free 12-month subscription in our caption competition.

In the June issue of Airliner World, we bring you our comprehensive 24-page World Airliner Guide, profiling each of the major commercial aircraft types in production or development today. We also profile one of the ‘big four’ US domestic carriesr, Trans World Airlines, and celebrate half a century of operations at East Midlands Airport. The latest edition also examines what lessons have been learnt following the loss of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, we look at the difficulties faced by airlines flying mature fleets and we find out if Lufthansa’s new-look subsidiary Eurowings will genuinely delivery low-cost, long-haul travel. We also travel to Hamburg to witness the handover of easyJet’s 250th Airbus A320 Family aircraft, and our Spotting Spot comes from Antalya. The June issue also incorporates our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news including a full report on Routes Europe 2015, the latest innovations from the Aircraft Interiors Expo, a full round-up from Lufthansa Technik’s annual press conference, end of the line for Wizz Air Ukraine and expansion at Bristol. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs.

In the May issue of Airliner World, we profile the Queen of the Skies – the Boeing 747-400 – and we assess the options currently under consideration by the UK’s Airports Commission ahead of its imminent report. We also hear from Etihad CEO James Hogan, making his first public comments since the high-profile fallout between leading carriers in the US and the Gulf. The latest edition looks at the changing face of London/Heathrow, from a haven for aviation enthusiasts to one of the world’s busiest airports. We also find out how Mexico’s aviation industry is coming of age, discover one of Africa’s secret jewels LAM Mozambique and visit Lithuania’s new flag carrier, Air Lituanica. The May issue also incorporates our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news including a full roundup from the Airbus Group’s annual press conference, US Airways retires its last Boeing 767-200 and Virgin Atlantic returns to profit. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs, plus we give readers the chance to win a 12-month subscription in our caption competition.

In the April issue of Airliner World, we examine some of the options available to those seeking a career in aviation with our free 24-page Aviation Training – the Essential Guide supplement. We join Qatar Airways for the inaugural commercial service of the new Airbus A350 XWB and we profile Germany’s low-cost and air cargo hub, Cologne/Bonn. Elsewhere, we reveal the winners and highly commended entries to our annual Photo of the Year competition, and we mark the retirement of the last passenger-carrying Boeing 767 in Australia. We also feature a personal account of battling Canadian bush fires alongside the venerable Hawker Siddeley 748, linking South Africa’s game reserves with Federal Air and we hear how Sky Airline is cementing its position as Chile’s second carrier. The April issue also incorporates our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including the end of the line for EuroLOT, Avianca selects the Airbus A320neo, Scoot receives its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the European Regions Airline Association reveals its new strategy. Finally, we have all of our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs.