From building one of the world’s largest aviation followings, to closing on a house purchase mid-flight, and even getting married on board a Boeing 747; Sam Chui does not always regard time in the sky as downtime. Sam shares with Aircraft Interiors International his top three insights on how inflight connectivity is transforming life at 40,000 feet
In July 2025 aviation saw the highest year-to-date aircraft delivery figures since 2019, while the order book saw a 95% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Aimie Stone, chief economist at ADS, looks into the figures
Lenovo’s AI chatbot just opened the door to the next big cyberstorm. The consequences for companies deploying generative AI could include higher insurance premiums and increased regulatory control. AI outputs should not be treated as information, but instead as code
Market values for new generation widebody aircraft have risen by an average of 11.6% since 2021, reflecting a sustained recovery in long-haul demand, active fleet renewal, and strong aircraft trading activity
The latest half-year commercial aircraft data highlights that 596 aircraft were delivered in the first six months of 2025, representing a 19% increase compared to the same period in 2024. And aircraft orders increased by 141% compared to 2024
The latest industry data from ADS highlights soaring orders, growing demand for both single-aisle and wide-body aircraft, and a record aircraft order backlog
The latest commercial aircraft data from ADS highlights a two-thirds increase in February aircraft orders, and the highest number of February deliveries since 2019. The stable aircraft backlog reflects the strength of the aviation industry to deliver
There is a legal requirement for EU commercial airlines carrying more than 50 passengers to have an onboard wheelchair, and in the US the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) makes it illegal for airlines to discriminate against people with disabilities. Yet this is still not being adhered to by all. All airlines should be cognisant of their duty of care and inclusive passenger accessibility
Airport VIP lounges are comfortable, but often lacking in entertainment. What if we could spice up the experience with more creative and engaging digital signage content, such as digital menu boards, interactive displays, and beautiful moving images of flight destinations?
With global interest rates stabilising, can travel finally look forward to an injection of spending from consumers, and cheaper access to credit for those companies in need of capital?
