Once-Mighty Gulf Airlines Turn to Budget Allies for Growth

From a desert outpost to a sprawling metropolis boasting the world’s biggest long-haul airline, Dubai has long epitomized rapid growth, and its biennial air show has typically mirrored that quest with record-breaking plane orders. But the last two years haven’t been easy on the aviation industry or the global economy, turning the event, which starts Sunday, into a barometer for future demand. Boeing Co.’s 737 Max, a star at the 2017 gathering, is grounded following two fatal accidents. The… (www.yahoo.com) More...