Archive for October, 2009
SriLankan Airlines Winter flight schedule . Destination Weekly Frequency between CMB MLE – 23 ( 6 continuing ) KHI -3 MAA – 14 TRV – 7 TRZ – 9 BOM – 7 BLR – 5 DEL – 7 LHR – 12 ( 4 via MLE ) CDG – 3...
Boeing today announced that it expects a pre-tax charge against third-quarter results, of approximately $1 billion due to difficulties it is facing with the 747-8 program. With this they also announced that the 747-8 Freighter’s first flight will slip into early 2010 and Entry Into Service will slip into...
SriLankan Airlines recently made the largest loss in its history, a reversal from the $49m profit in the year ago period. If SriLankan is set to succeed, this would be their last chance to take quick and bold action to ensure the survival of the airline. What are the...
The Trans States Holdings LOI for 100 Mitsubishi Regional Jets announced today is not only the largest order for the MRJ so far but also probably the largest aircraft order of this year. What are the other key facts of this order ? Here’s a quick run down. *...
A quick round-up of important news that took place in the last few hours and days.. US regional carrier Trans States Airlines has placed orders for 50 firm Mitsubishi MRJ aircraft and 50 options. It is said to be interested in all three variants. China Airlines will change its...