Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews.
Qatar Executive on the first day of the Farnborough Airshow announced a firm order for a further three Gulfstream G650ERs, as part of a 2015 memorandum of understanding with the airframer.
AirAsia has signed a firm order for 100 Airbus A321neos, in a bid to cope with slot scarcity in Asia, and at a time when exuberant group CEO Tony Fernandes believes the carrier has weathered a period of uncertainty.