Issue Summary

Finally, the future of Alitalia might be secured. Air India’s possible privatization gives it the chance of a lifetime to become more than just a drain on taxpayers. A new government with more open aviation policies might finally lift the fortunes of Aerolineas Argentinas. LOT Polish has never had a more viable cost base. Ditto for Malaysia Airlines. Thai Airways too is taking big steps toward reform. There’s never been a more hopeful time for battered old state-controlled basket-case airlines.