(CNN) -- With 1 billion tourists in 2012, it's little wonder the last 12 months have drummed up some juicy fodder for aviation reporters. London's Olympic Games were a success -- the expected tourism boon not so much. "Dark tourism" (travel to sites of death, disaster or the macabre) became a phrase. And various climatic events conspired to wreak havoc on travel plans across the world. But which were the stories that really stood out to those who are involved in the industry every day? These are the top 10: 10. SAS on its last legs "A new comprehensive plan will pave the way for a new, strong and competitive SAS," read the statement from SAS last month.
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SAS, Iberia among airlines on the brink
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Boeing and Airbus both suffer setbacks and delays
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China expands its aerospace industry ambitions
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Highly-anticipated EADS and BAE Systems merger collapses
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