As coronavirus infections rise around the globe, demand for air travel is projected to hit its lowest point since the last financial crisis. Airlines around the world could lose up to $113 billion in revenue this year if COVID-19 continues to spread, the International Air Transport Association forecast on Thursday. …
Read More »Lockheed Suspended F-35 Production In Japan & Italy Due To Coronavirus Fears
Lockheed Martin has suspended the production of F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft in Japan and told employees at an Italian factory to work from home because of concerns over the coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak. Ellen Lord, the undersecretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment, told reporters that “just this morning” she …
Read More »China Deliberately Delaying IAF C-17 Globemaster Flight To Evacuate Indians: Sources
According to Indian media reports, China is “deliberately delaying a clearance” for a special Indian flight to the coronavirus-hit Wuhan city to deliver medical supplies and evacuate remaining Indians from there, sources said, adding that Beijing is “creating a roadblock” for India’s evacuation efforts. China has denied any delay in …
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