Launch New Extended Service Program For Dash 8-300 Aircraft
A purchase agreement for up to 23 Bombardier Q400 NextGen airplanes has been reached between the planemaker and Chorus Aviation. The deal includes a firm purchase agreement whereby Chorus will acquire 13 Q400 NextGen aircraft and options for 10 Q400 NextGen aircraft.
Following the nomination of Didier Evrard as Airbus Executive Vice-President, Programs, in December 2014, the planemaker has named three top managers effective who will begin their new duties March 1.
White House Budget Proposes An Additional $3.8 Billion In Annual Taxes On Airlines And Their Customers
The fiscal year 2016 (FY16) budget proposed by President Obama has drawn opposition from airline industry trade group Airlines for America (A4A) based on what the association calls "several unnecessary tax increases," most notably a dramatic hike of the passenger airport tax (Passenger Facility Charge (PFC)) from $4.50 to $8. Under this budget proposal, a family of four taking one round trip could pay up to $128, versus $72 presently – a $56 increase.
Read More
