Highlights
- In the May issue of Airliner World, we celebrate the 80th anniversary of Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus, which has endured a turbulent decade but is now poised for a brighter future as part of IAG, we profile leading commercial engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce and we fly the practical and powerful Pilatus PC-12.
- Elsewhere in this edition, we chart the brief but inspiring history of British Commonwealth Pacific Airlines, go hunting for classic and unusual aircraft types in Southern Africa and mark International Women’s Day with Jet2.com. We also examine how Línea Aérea Amaszonas is fending off stiff competition in the Bolivian domestic market and we look at the Multi-Crew Pilot Licence, an alternative path to the co-pilot’s seat.
- Lastly, we bring you our comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including a full round-up of the Airbus Group’s annual press conference, Boeing kicks off 787-10 assembly, Brussels Airport re-opens and Volotea takes delivery of its first Airbus. 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, and we give you the chance to win a year’s subscription in our Caption Competition.
Full Contents
- News – Airliner World’s comprehensive coverage of worldwide news, including the latest updates from Brussels Airport, a full round-up of the Airbus Group’s annual press conference, Irish regional carrier CityJet finds a new buyer, Boeing kicks off 787-10 assembly and Volotea takes delivery of its first Airbus.
- Pilatus PC-12 – It’s now a quarter of a century since the Swiss-built utility aircraft first took to the air, but the type remains a sterling performer in its class.
- Commonwealth Cousin – Charting the brief but inspiring history of British Commonwealth Pacific Airlines.
- Flying in Africa – Hunting classic aircraft types in Southern Africa.
- Powering the Heavies – Rolls-Royce has suffered setbacks, nationalisation and finally reinvention into one of the world’s largest producers of commercial airliner engines.
- Fighting for Survival – Línea Aérea Amaszonas has grown into an important player in Bolivian aviation, despite stiff domestic competition.
- Girl Power at Jet2.com – Celebrating International Women’s Day with the Leeds-Bradford-based carrier.
- Spotting Spot – Curaçao – Fun in the sun.
- Tailored Training – The Multi-Crew Pilot Licence offers an alternative path to the co-pilot’s seat.
- 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.
- Caption Competition – Win a year’s subscription to Airliner World.
- Air Safety – Up-to-date accident reports and crash information.
- Shamrock and Roll – Aer Lingus has endured a turbulent decade but it is poised for a brighter future as part of the International Airlines Group.
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