Swelbar on Airlines
William SwelbarAn unvarnished, analytically supported view on the most talked-about issues in the airline business: the people running the airlines, labor unions, competition, Wall Street, and government's influence in one of the world's most interesting industries.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 232 | Subscribers | Read | swelbar.substack.com |
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Swelbar is a known speaker/expert witness regarding the economics of commercial air transport. Currently the Chief Industry Analyst at The Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy - An Economic Analysis and Research Firm focused on commercial aviation.
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