Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) is forecast to more than triple its rate of aircraft deliveries to 145 per year by 2030, marking steady progress in China’s ambition to establish an independent commercial aviation industry. IBA shares the key figures
Top-level athletes and sports teams typically choose to travel to games, events and races by VIP charter aircraft, but it is key that the particular needs of athletes are met on board such flights. From special catering requirements to emotional intelligence needs, operators are working to ensure athletes arrive in their best shape
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
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can boost productivity, but it also threatens to erode something more valuable to aviation: the edge, judgment, communication and critical thinking of humans. Reliance on AI tools can diminish the motivation to learn and engage deeply with tasks, and diminish the passenger experience
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
Elliott Koehler, creative director at JPA Design, explores how cabin design can redefine the future of ultra-long-haul travel as flight times stretch to new limits. Wellness is key to meeting new requirements for comfort and luxury
IBA’s latest analysis of global aviation trends for the first half of 2025 shows continued growth in global passenger capacity, notable increases in international traffic, and shifting dynamics in aircraft deliveries
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
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly central to the operations of America’s largest corporations, potential security vulnerabilities could affect organisations and their customers. A study has identified 970 AI-related security risks across 327 S&P 500 companies
Demand for the Boeing 777-300ER P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) conversion is accelerating, driven by the need for large widebody capacity and the upcoming end of production of the 777F cargo aircraft in 2027. However, there is a critical shortage of feedstock due to high market retention of passenger aircraft
