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EADS (stock exchange symbol: EAD) publishes solid results for the half year 2011 in an environment of continuing strong commercial momentum. In the first six months of 2011, the order intake(4) amounted to € 58.1 billion. EADS’ order book of more than € 453 billion remains a solid platform for future deliveries. 

Southwest Airlines' (NYSE: LUV) Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $.0045 per share to Shareholders of record at the close of business on August 25, 2011 on all shares then issued and outstanding. 

The Board of Directors of Air France-KLM, presided by Jean-Cyril Spinetta, met on 27th July 2011 to examine the accounts for the quarter April-June 2011.

"BAE Systems delivered a robust set of results in a challenging market environment. The Company is resilient and has performed well. We continue to pursue the fast lanes of growth in the areas of military and technical services, cyber and intelligence and high-end electronics. Our platform positions have been sustained and in addition we see growth in our home markets and from exports."

Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today reported financial results for the June 2011 quarter. 

Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) today reported second quarter 2011 net sales of $11.6 billion, compared to $11.3 billion in 2010. Earnings from continuing operations for the second quarter of 2011 were $742 million, or $2.14 per diluted share, compared to $714 million, or $1.92 per diluted share in 2010. Cash from operations in the second quarter of 2011 was $843 million, compared to $1.2 billion in 2010.

Lufthansa has placed a firm order for 30 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft. This contract follows the selection by the Lufthansa Supervisory Board of the A320neo Family in March this year. The order comprises 25 A320neo and five A321neo aircraft. These will be powered by new-generation Pratt & Whitney PW1100G turbofan engines. With this latest order the Lufthansa Group, Airbus’ biggest airline customer, will have purchased a combined total of 443 Airbus aircraft.

JetBlue Airways Corporation (Nasdaq: JBLU) today reported its results for the second quarter 2011:

United Continental Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: UAL) today announced second-quarter 2011 financial results. UAL results for the second quarter include the financial results of its two operating subsidiaries, United Airlines and Continental Airlines. Prior to the merger on Oct. 1, 2010, UAL results included only the financial results of United. Pro forma results that consolidate the financial results for Continental for the second-quarter 2010 and six months ended June 30, 2010, are included for meaningful year-over-year comparisons.

Airbus and American Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AMR Corporation, have signed a firm contract for American to acquire 260 modern, fuel-efficient Airbus A320 Family aircraft.  The contract calls for flexibility for the airline to take delivery of A319s, A320s and A321s, with 130 featuring Airbus’ New Engine Option (neo).  All 260 aircraft will feature large, fuel-saving wingtip devices known as Sharklets.

Boeing (NYSE: BA) confirmed that American Airlines has selected Boeing to provide 200 narrowbody airplanes, with options for 100 more, to accelerate its single-aisle fleet replacement.

American Airlines announced today it has entered into a sale-leaseback arrangement with AerCap, a leading independent aircraft leasing company, to finance up to 35 Boeing 737-800 Next Generation aircraft, including 29 firm deliveries, scheduled to be delivered to American. Of the 29 firm deliveries, 26 are previously ordered aircraft and three are newly ordered aircraft. The arrangement also covers six Boeing 737-800 Next Generation aircraft subject to purchase rights that, if exercised by American, would be scheduled for delivery in 2013 – 2014.

First half revenue up by 27.5 % to MNOK 4,620 (3,624), quarterly revenue up by 34.1 % to MNOK 2,725 (2,032). Earnings before depreciation and leasing (EBITDAR) in first half were MNOK 117.2 (121.4) and in the second quarter were MNOK 346.9 (144.2).

Available Seat-Kilometer (ASK) for June 2011 was 7.4% higher than in June 2010 and 0.8% lower than in May 2011. Revenue Passenger-Kilometer (RPK) for June 2011 was 8.2% higher than in June 2010 and 5.1% higher than in May 2011. Revenue Passenger was 13.5% higher than in June 2010. Cabin Factor for June 2011 averaged at 65.8% which was 0.8% higher than in June 2010 and 6.3% higher than in May 2011.

Etihad Airways today reported its most successful  first half year, with revenues up 28 per cent to US$ 1,720 million (H1 2010: US$ 1,342 million), driven by solid performances in both passenger and cargo activities.

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA has mandated ING on a USD 550 million financing facility. The facility covers term financing for 11 Boeing 737-800 HGW which are scheduled for delivery between summer 2011 and end of 2012 and pre-delivery financing for aircraft delivering during the same period.

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA has mandated ING on a USD 550 million financing facility. The facility covers term financing for 11 Boeing 737-800 HGW which are scheduled for delivery between summer 2011 and end of 2012 and pre-delivery financing for aircraft delivering during the same period.

Boeing [NYSE: BA] forecasts a $150 billion market for 1320 new passenger airplanes in India over the next 20 years as the economy aims for double-digit growth, stimulating strong demand for new and replacement airplanes. Boeing India President Dinesh Keskar shared the forecast today with Boeing’s outlook for India’s commercial airplane market through 2030.

Finnair and the largest European regional airline Flybe of UK announced today that the companies will jointly acquire Finnish Commuter Airlines (FCA), a Finnish regional carrier owned by Finncomm Oy. The companies will create a new joint venture called Flybe Nordic AB, to be split 60 % Flybe and 40 % Finnair. Flybe Nordic AB’s board will comprise three representatives from Flybe, and two from Finnair.