
Thought Cloud
Data analyses, aviation insights, and research curated by Cirium’s experts, Ascend consultancy and data teams.
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READ ARTICLE: Saab 340A and B – the Tale of Two LifecyclesSaab 340A and B – the Tale of Two Lifecycles
The Saab 340B continues to show signs of endurance in a tough regional market, in contrast to the 340A. Eleni…
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READ ARTICLE: Advanced Air Mobility – Snapshot April 2025Advanced Air Mobility – Snapshot April 2025
The Cirium Ascend Consultancy team has seen continuing dynamic developments in the advanced air mobility sector since the beginning of…
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READ ARTICLE: How Trade Policy Shifts Are Shaping Global AviationHow Trade Policy Shifts Are Shaping Global Aviation
The rise of trade protectionism and tariff actions in key economies is contributing to a broader shift in global dynamics…
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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: 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: Consolidation Cold SpellConsolidation Cold Spell
Lessor consolidation has been a hot topic in recent years, but analysis of fleet data shows that the trend is…
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READ ARTICLE: Impact of New US Tariffs on the Air Cargo SectorImpact of New US Tariffs on the Air Cargo Sector
With the Trump administration’s new tariffs now in place, what are the implications for the aviation market? Herman Tse, Valuations…
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READ ARTICLE: Will Engine Deliveries Outpace Single-Aisle Shipments in 2025?Will Engine Deliveries Outpace Single-Aisle Shipments in 2025?
Rob Morris examines what January’s numbers mean for Cirium Ascend Consultancy’s 2025 delivery projections.
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READ ARTICLE: Do Airline Dreams Come True? Part 3Do Airline Dreams Come True? Part 3
Have some airlines missed the aircraft ordering boat? Which airlines are likely to place additional orders in the near future?
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READ ARTICLE: Shaking Out the Airbus and Boeing 2024 Delivery NumbersShaking Out the Airbus and Boeing 2024 Delivery Numbers
Delivery volume for the mainline commercial aircraft types in 2024 was down over 10% year-on-year, amid production issues that blighted…

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