On the Cover
ECO-AVIATION
20 Carbon Stalemate
Europe digs in over aviation emissions tax despite growing international protests.
By Alan Dron
22 The Promise and Frustration of Biofuels
By Henry Canaday
24 Making A Difference
ATW’s inaugural Eco-Aviation Awards.
Features
30 NextGen Now
Avionics manufacturers and airlines have teamed up to help move along NextGen with the testing of new equipment and procedures.
By Robert W. Moorman
34 China’s Private Business
Chinese carriers tap potential of domestic business jet market, but challenges remain.
By Katie Cantle
38 Propelled for Change
Florida startup bucks trend with strategy based on turboprop fleet.
By Christine Boynton
43 Fight Over Fees
Air France-KLM is ringing the alarm bell about rising airport charges in Asia.
By Cathy Buyck
46 Gearing Up
An interview with Pratt & Whitney president David Hess.
By Aaron Karp