Based in Boston, Ben covers the advanced air mobility sector and serves as editor-in-chief of the weekly AAM Report.
Ben has a Masters degree in Political Communications from the American University in Washington D.C. Prior to joining Aviation Week, he worked for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives as its communications coordinator.
A strong finish to 2019 helped United Airlines realize its 2020 earnings target a year ahead of schedule, as favorable demand and fuel trends continued to offset added costs from the Boeing 737 MAX grounding.
Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian said management expects delivery of 80 new aircraft in 2020, as the Atlanta-based carrier looks to replenish its aging fleet of more than 900 aircraft.