The World of Aviation

Alliance Aviation Services will add nine more aircraft into the fleet in the year ahead amid increased activity in the resources sector more charter flying.

Cathay Pacific has reported a narrowing first half loss as higher fuel prices offset gains made from its transformation program and a pickup in passenger and cargo demand.

Pilot groups have criticised the federal government’s labour agreement with Qantas that allows the airline to bring in overseas pilots and instructors to support its training needs.

Reduced demand in Australia’s natural resources has contributed to a first half profit for United Kingdom-based aerospace and defence group Cobham Plc.

Melbourne Tullamarine is celebrating the best in customer service among the 20,000 people who work at the airport with its annual airport excellence awards.

There was a five per cent increase in general aviation aircraft shipments in the first six months of calendar 2018, new figures show.