Thought Cloud
Data analyses, aviation insights, and research curated by Cirium’s experts, Ascend consultancy and data teams.
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READ ARTICLE: Capacity Between Canada and the U.S.; Bookings Are DownCapacity Between Canada and the U.S.; Bookings Are Down
The United States remains the top international destination for Canadian travelers, while Canada ranks just behind Mexico for U.S. outbound…
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READ ARTICLE: Slow Start to Commercial Aircraft Deliveries in 2025Slow Start to Commercial Aircraft Deliveries in 2025
There continues to be much talk about commercial aircraft deficits. Cirium Ascend Consultancy has explained before that in reality these…
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READ ARTICLE: The Next-Gen Engine ChallengesThe Next-Gen Engine Challenges
Persistent Challenges in the PW1100G Fleet As the aviation industry continues to navigate supply chain disruptions and reliability concerns, the…
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READ ARTICLE: Chasing the “Sweet Spot” Cabin With Boeing 777-300ER RetrofitsChasing the “Sweet Spot” Cabin With Boeing 777-300ER Retrofits
James Mellon examines the current wave of 777-300ER retrofits, analyzing what they reveal about cabin interior trends and the fleet…
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READ ARTICLE: Flying Safer Than Ever: The Evolution of Aviation SafetyFlying Safer Than Ever: The Evolution of Aviation Safety
Fatal airline accidents, especially those that result in the deaths of passengers as well as crew, are rare. In 2024,…
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READ ARTICLE: How Southwest Became North America’s Most On-Time AirlineHow Southwest Became North America’s Most On-Time Airline
Southwest carefully engineered transformation, redefining reliability, and showcasing the impact of strategic improvements and a commitment to sustained performance. Two…
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READ ARTICLE: Brisbane Airport Uses Sky Warehouse for Advanced AnalyticsBrisbane Airport Uses Sky Warehouse for Advanced Analytics
Queensland’s major airport pioneers data consolidation in the cloud to drive operational efficiency.
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READ ARTICLE: FlySafair Leads Middle East & Africa in OTP for 2024FlySafair Leads Middle East & Africa in OTP for 2024
We are proud to recognize FlySafair (IATA Code: FA) as the leading on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa…
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READ ARTICLE: Reflections From Aviation Festival AsiaReflections From Aviation Festival Asia
The recent Aviation Festival Asia highlighted the surprising growth of business travel, which exceeded previous expectations. It also addressed challenges…
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READ ARTICLE: A Deep Dive Into ACMI Utilization by AirlinesA Deep Dive Into ACMI Utilization by Airlines
Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (ACMI) leasing has become an increasingly essential strategy for airlines to address operational challenges.
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READ ARTICLE: Cirium Launches Asset Watch: Revolutionizing Asset ManagementCirium Launches Asset Watch: Revolutionizing Asset Management
Building on Cirium’s extensive data and analytics expertise, the tool is tailored to empower lessors, banks, insurers, aftermarket service providers,…
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READ ARTICLE: The Middle East: Shaping the Future of Air TravelThe Middle East: Shaping the Future of Air Travel
The Middle East’s aviation industry is now at the forefront of innovation, sustainability and enhance passenger experience.
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