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Consumers challenge US frequent-flyer programmes
Law Latin AmericaTimothy J. Lynes, a partner at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, examines a recent case before the US Supreme Court involving frequent flyer programmes. The issue for the Court to consider is whether certain US state common law claims are pre-empted under the Airline Deregulation Act.
Analysis: Norwegian bets on long-haul
Airlines CISEuropean low-cost carrier Norwegian Air Shuttle is moving into the low-cost long-haul market. Jamie Bullen interviews Norwegian Air Shuttle CEO Bjorn Kjos to find out how the carrier will finance its bold new venture.
Analysis: Justice Department blocks AA and US Airways merger
Airlines Latin AmericaAn antitrust lawsuit by the US Department of Justice threatens a potential $11 billion merger between American Airlines and US Airways. Dickon Harris investigates.
Analysis: ALC receives investment-grade rating
Lessors Latin AmericaDickon Harris examines how the new rating by Standard & Poor’s will impact Air Lease Corporation’s future cost of funds.
Analysis: ALC rated BBB- by S+P
Lessors Latin AmericaLessor’s future cost of funds will be slashed thanks to investment grade rating by Standard and Poors.
Lion Air to launch new Thai carrier
Airlines South AsiaIndonesian airline to launch new subsidiary, Thai Lion, by the end of the year.
Analysis: Boeing’s rise in backstop commitments
Capital Latin AmericaDespite an abundance of liquidity to fund new aircraft orders, airlines are demanding more backstop commitments from the US manufacturer. Dickon Harris investigates.
Engine leasing Q&A: Bobby Janagan
Aircraft CISBobby Janagan, general manager, Rolls-Royce & Partners Finance (RRPF), tells Airfinance Journal about the state of play in the engine leasing market, and what trends are likely to be seen in the coming years.