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Data analyses, aviation insights, and research curated by Cirium’s experts, Ascend consultancy and data teams.
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READ ARTICLE: Chinese ‘big three’ airlines’ nine-month gains: recovery in 2026?Chinese ‘big three’ airlines’ nine-month gains: recovery in 2026?
Q3 financial results from China’s “big three” airlines indicate a robust post-pandemic performance, delivering their first profitable nine-month results since…
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READ ARTICLE: EMS: From Growth to Renewal, Navigating the Next DecadeEMS: From Growth to Renewal, Navigating the Next Decade
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) helicopters have become a critical component of healthcare in many high-income countries. Sara Dhariwal evaluates the…
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READ ARTICLE: A journey through the ISTAT Professional Development ProgramA journey through the ISTAT Professional Development Program
The ISTAT Professional Development Program (PDP) offers a deep dive exploration of the commercial aviation industry. Eleni Maragkou reflects on…
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READ ARTICLE: Cirium forecasts 46,500 aircraft deliveries worth $3.4 trillionCirium forecasts 46,500 aircraft deliveries worth $3.4 trillion
The 20-year global commercial aircraft market forecast shows 1% increase in deliveries over the long-term compared to 2024, tempered by…
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READ ARTICLE: For the aircraft engine market, newer may not be better – yetFor the aircraft engine market, newer may not be better – yet
New-generation engines are delivering greater efficiency, but also greater costs. Vanessa Gu recaps Cirium Ascend Consultancy’s latest webinar on the…
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READ ARTICLE: How will airlines maximise value from the A321XLR?How will airlines maximise value from the A321XLR?
The Airbus A321XLR is reshaping long-range single-aisle travel. With new deliveries and diverse layouts, airlines are unlocking premium routes and…
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READ ARTICLE: Air travel demand: Is it faltering?Air travel demand: Is it faltering?
Air travel demand in the US is showing signs of weakening, but the data points to a more robust global…
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READ ARTICLE: A Marathon Mindset: The 2025-2034 Cirium Helicopter ForecastA Marathon Mindset: The 2025-2034 Cirium Helicopter Forecast
The new Cirium Helicopter Forecast shows steady growth over the next decade. Sara Dhariwal previews the 2025-2034 report, assessing a…
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READ ARTICLE: Rob Morris: Reflecting on a 35-year career in aviationRob Morris: Reflecting on a 35-year career in aviation
Rob Morris, Cirium Ascend Consultancy’s outgoing Global Head of Consultancy, sat down with Cirium Dashboard’s Ellis Taylor to reflect and…
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READ ARTICLE: How High-Speed Rail is Reshaping Chinese Regional Air TravelHow High-Speed Rail is Reshaping Chinese Regional Air Travel
China’s high-speed rail network is reshaping regional air travel, challenging short-haul aviation and redefining how passengers move across the country.…
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READ ARTICLE: South Side Story – Southeast Asian Airlines’ Stalled GrowthSouth Side Story – Southeast Asian Airlines’ Stalled Growth
Following the news of AirAsia’s deal for 70 Airbus A321XLRs, Thomas Kaplan examines the order backlogs of Southeast Asian ULCCs…
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READ ARTICLE: Is Commercial Aviation Cruising or Climbing?Is Commercial Aviation Cruising or Climbing?
In Cirium Ascend Consultancy’s latest webinar, Simon Finn, Head of Aviation Research at MUFG joined Max Kingsley-Jones and Sofia Zoidou…
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