Air New Zealand has appointed Cam Wallace to the role of chief sales and commercial officer effective January 1, 2014. He will replace Norm Thompson who retires in December. Wallace, who is currently group general manager New Zealand and Pacific Islands, will have accountability for more than NZ$4 billion in passenger and cargo revenue predominantly driven
Jetstar takes delivery of first 787
Jetstar has taken delivery of the first 787 for an Australian airline with the handover of 787-8 VH-VKA at Boeing’s Everett plant on Monday. The long-awaited delivery is the first of 14 firm 787-8 orders held by the Qantas Group, which also has options and purchase rights on a further 50 787-8s and -9s for
ADBR and Raytheon launch free iPad app
An iPad app special issue of Australian Aviation sister-magazine Australian Defence Business Review (or ADBR) was formally launched at the Pacific International Maritime Exposition 2013 today. The app, sponsored by Raytheon and available as a free download from the Apple Appstore, was developed by ADBR publisher Phantom Media, and combines content from the October print
Japan Airlines signs historic deal with Airbus
In a landmark deal that sees it loosen its historic ties with Boeing, Japan Airlines (JAL) has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for 31 A350s. In its first ever order for Airbus aircraft, the deal comprises 18 A350-900s and 13 A350-1000s plus options for a further 25 aircraft, and is the first order for
RAAF encouraging young women to fly
The RAAF is continuing its support of encouraging the development of young female pilots, with the chief of air force Air Marshal Geoff Brown announcing the opening of two sponsored scholarships. “The scholarships are intended to encourage young women to pursue flying careers by helping with the training costs associated with flying,” Brown said. The
Boeing reports third quarter deliveries
Strong 787 deliveries during the third quarter have seen Boeing deliver 170 commercial aircraft during the third quarter. The manufacturer delivered 23 of the type, bringing to 40 the total so far this year. Boeing’s 737 family continues to lead deliveries, with 112 of the venerable aircraft delivered in the third quarter of this year,
