American Airlines has begun developing its own Required Navigation Performance (RNP) approaches, after being certified by the FAA to design its own procedures for selected airports. The airline has already designed and demonstrated RNP approaches at Fort Worth Alliance Airport, where American has one of its major maintenance facilities. RNP approaches have significant safety and efficiency benefits for carriers. Some airlines, such as Southwest, are contracting with third parties to … [Read more...] about American gets ok for own RNP approaches
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
Haneda may play more important cargo role
Transportation companies including Yusen Air & Sea Service and All Nippon Airways and government officials are looking at joint transfer services for air freight between Tokyo’s Haneda and Narita airports, Nikkei English News reported. Also participating in the talks are Nippon Express Co., Kintetsu World Express and Japan Airlines, Nikkei said. An expansion at Haneda in October 2010 is projected to see more cargo passing through the airport. … [Read more...] about Haneda may play more important cargo role
EADS chief says orders may be down for two years
With the global economic quagmire flattening demand for aircraft, the head of Airbus SAS’s parent said carriers may be less inclined to take new aircraft in the next year or two as they grapple with the decline in global traffic, the said. “The market isn’t dead, we have some campaigns, but it’s not extremely active, that’s clear,†European Aeronautic, Defence & Space Co. chief executive Louis Gallois told Bloomberg. “It’s … [Read more...] about EADS chief says orders may be down for two years
Datamonitor: Positive economic signs a start
Positive economic indicators coming out of Europe, Asia and the US over the last ten days give reason to forecast a recovery in the global logistics and express industry. However, for global freight and parcel volumes and revenues to rebound significantly there will need to be major improvements in consumer confidence, industrial output and subsequent international trade volumes, according to new research by independent market analyst Datamonitor. … [Read more...] about Datamonitor: Positive economic signs a start
Fraport planning 8.4% hike in fees
German airport operator Fraport plans to raise its fees and is currently in talks with airlines on the matter, Reuters reported. The Frankfurt airport operator is proposing to raise fees by 8.4 per cent from the beginning of 2010 to fund its expansion in Frankfurt. … [Read more...] about Fraport planning 8.4% hike in fees
New linked canopies offer extra protection to cargoes
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has completed the construction of three external canopies at the northeastern corner of SuperTerminal 1. The three linked canopies cover 2,192 square metres in total and can simultaneously accommodate air cargoes for two 747-freighters under shelter, with enhanced protection against adverse weather. The total investment of the project is approximately HK$21 million (US$2.7 million). … [Read more...] about New linked canopies offer extra protection to cargoes
