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Latest iagBlog Posts

Reality strikes even Southwest

May 17, 2012

In a story that will be published in a week or so, AirInsight lays out the case for looking at Southwest Airlines differently these days.  But even now there is evidence that market realities are forcing changes on the US airline industry's golden child.  This view should certainly not be seen as a criticism –... continue reading

jetBlue does another deal

May 16, 2012

jetBlue and Turkish Airlines announced an interline agreement to connect the carriers’ networks at JFK  and Washington Dulles International Airport.  The deal is interesting because it is called "interline", not the more typical codeshare.  But both airlines will be offering the ability for their customers to exploit the joint network. For Turkish the advantages are obvious. ... continue reading

Qatar and Bombardier

May 15, 2012

If one mentions these two firms, the first thing most industry watchers think is "CSeries".  Look here for a recent example of that story. But there is a more interesting example of the evolving relationship between the airline and the OEM. Take a look at the news about FlexJet. Note that FlexJet is owned by Bombardier. So... continue reading

From the hands of the weak to the hands of the strong

May 14, 2012

News out today suggests the EU airline consolidation continues. This should not come as a surprise.  Airlines are discovering that when a competitor goes under, this is not a moment to celebrate. Why? Because it is rare that airlines actually die.  Therefore if you don't swoop quickly another competitor might.  Then you will face an... continue reading

News & Announcements

Dubai's Growth Plans as an Global Aviation Center

Thursday July 7 2011 Addison Schonland quoted in Gulf News, link

AirInsight Releases Latest Study

Monday March 27 2011 AirInsight's latest report titled "The Dynamic Regional Jet Market" has been published.  Take a look here.

AirInsight Studies now available on Amazon.com

The various studies undertaken by IAG and its fellow team members that comprise AirInsight are now available via Amazon.com.

Bombardier lags in orders

Globe & Mail quotes Addison Schonland regarding Bombardier's CSeries and Delta Air Lines RFP.

AirInsight publishes new report

Monday, December 6 2010 AirInsight has just its latest report titled "The Business Case for the Bombardier CSeries" - available here.

Lufthansa re-launches FlyNet

Wednesday December 1 2010 We were on the media flight on November 30 and got to speak with key people involved with the project.

Bombardier in talks to tap Indian market with turboprop deal

Wednesday November 3 2010 Canada's Globe & Mail quote Addison Schonland on turboprops.

Getting ready for the Holidays

Monday November 15 2010 IAG re-launched its Amazon Store - the place where you can find all sorts of books and media for your favorite aviation and travel geeks!  Click here to view the store.

Expectations for CSeries

Tuesday November 9 2010 Montreal Gazette quotes Addison Schonland again on the CSeries.

Qantas and the A380

Thursday November 4 2010 Interview with Ted Reed at TheStreet.com

Alenia and Bombardier

Wednesday, November 3 2010 The Montreal Gazette quotes IAG's Addison Schonland on news about how Italian aerospace firm, Alenia, is working with Bombardier on its CSeries project.

Our new blog

We recently started a new blog with our colleagues at AirInsight.  The blog is devoted to commentary on aviation and aerospace.  Please take a look and feel free to comment on any of the posts.

Measuring Social Media Success for Airlines

We shared some thoughts and data showing airline operational performance and Twitter followers.  Not everyone liked our metrics.

The Renaissance in The Turboprop Airliner Market

Monday July 26, 2010 The AirInsight analysts published their latest report.

Webinar: How Mobile Technologies Will Impact Travel

Tuesday July 27, 2010

IAG, in conjunction with Air Transport World, is conducting a one hour webinar on using social media for crises management. Please sign up here.

Webinar: Social media for crises management

Monday, February 22, 2010

IAG, in conjunction with Air Transport World, is conducting a one hour webinar on using social media for crises management. Please sign up here.

Publication: Air Service to Small and Medium-Sized American Airports

Monday, February 22, 2010

AirInsight has published: Air Service to Small and Medium-Sized American Airports: Preparing for the Inevitable which explains the disruption that is coming to American communities. We estimate up to 30 communities may stand to lose direct air service. Buy it here.

Podcasts with Military.com

Monday, February 22, 2010

IAG has started a joint venture podcast series with Military.com - take a look here.

The Coming Narrow-Body Re-Engining Programs

Monday, February 22, 2010

Report - here. It is titled "The Coming Narrow-Body Re-Engining Programs for the A320 and 737NG Families -- The alternative to new aircraft programs".