Highlights
- In the July issue of Airliner World, we profile Embraer’s Profit Hunter – the E-Jet E2 – in our FREE 24-page supplement. We also cast a critical eye on Nordic carrier Primera Air’s entry into the increasingly competitive transatlantic market, we shine the spotlight on the Dash 8-Q400 – Bombardier’s network builder – and we hear from Boom Supersonic, a US manufacturer intending to make supersonic transport affordable and accessible.
- Elsewhere in this edition, we go from Blades to Broadsword and find out how Northamptonshire-based 2Excel Aviation is building on its reputation for “doing difficult things well”, we examine the extraordinary work undertaken by FAAM’s Avro RJ100-based Atmospheric Research Aircraft, and we find out how Lufthansa’s Airbus A380s are settling in at their new Munich base. We also hear from airBaltic CEO Martin Gauss on the Latvian flag carrier’s initial experience with the C Series, and Qantas CEO Alan Joyce discusses his plans for improving long-haul travel.
- Lastly, we bring you our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including a selection of photos from Eurasia Airshow 2018, plus double delight for Bombardier; Japan Airlines unveils plans for a low-cost, long-haul subsidiary; Island Helicopters’ launch is hampered by a legal challenge, and Gulf Air takes delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner. We also have all our regular sections covering the latest commercial aircraft acquisitions, up-to-date accident reports and developments from the world of aviation training and MROs.
Full Contents
Embraer E2 – the Profit Hunter: a 24-page guide to the world’s newest airliner
- Creating the Profit Hunter – Chronicling the development of the E-Jet E2.
- Pioneer Airlines – Embraer is promising a “mature and robust” aircraft at entry into service and has established its own airline to ensure it happens.
- Flying the E2 – The Brazilian manufacturer is utilising the latest fly-by-wire technology in its E2 family to boost both performance and safety.
- Widerøe – The Small Airline with the Big Heart – Delivery of the first E190-E2 marks the start of an exciting new chapter for the Norwegian regional carrier.
- Ready for Business – Embraer’s senior management team is confident certification and entry into service will lead to new sales for the E2 family.
News and Features
- News – Airliner World’s comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including double delight for Bombardier; Japan Airlines unveils plans for a low-cost, long-haul subsidiary, and Gulf Air takes delivery of its first Boeing 787.
- Eurasia Airshow 2018 – A selection of photos from Turkey’s first biennial aviation exhibition, held in Antalya.
- Q400 – Bombardier’s Network Builder – Revealed to the world in November 1997, the Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 is rapidly approaching its 21st birthday and is still enjoying considerable success.
- High Science – Some seemingly ordinary aeroplanes ply extraordinary trades. One such jet continues the vital work of the earliest weather pioneers, exploring atmospheric systems and representing the UK in global climate change research.
- Getting Fit for the Longest Flights – Qantas’ CEO Alan Joyce reflects on the airline’s historic launch of non-stop services between Australasia and Europe and discusses his plans for improving long-haul travel.
- From Blades to Broadsword – From its base in Northamptonshire, 2Excel Aviation has developed a strong reputation for delivering aeronautical solutions and “doing difficult things well”.
- Boom! – Shining the spotlight on the US manufacturer intending to make supersonic transport affordable and accessible.
- In the Spotlight: Exceeding Expectations – AirBaltic CEO Martin Gauss discusses the Latvian carrier’s initial experience with its new Bombardier C Series.
- Building in Bavaria – Lufthansa has enjoyed a positive start to Airbus A380 operations at Munich after launching services in March.
- Deliveries – The latest commercial acquisitions.
- MRO News – Updates from maintenance, repair and overhaul providers.
- Aviation Training – A round-up of recent developments.
- Departure Gate – A selection of readers’ comments and photographs.
- Air Safety – Up-to-date accident reports and crash information.
- Nordic Adventures – Primera Air has just entered the increasingly competitive transatlantic market. Its CEO Hrafn Thorgeirsson talks candidly about the new service, his ambitious plans and why he likens himself to a boy scout.
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