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Hi Fly Welcomes Two New Airbus A330-200s to Fleet

Charter airline Hi Fly has announced the addition of two Airbus A330-200 aircraft to its fleet.

Airlines

10/15/2007: Airbus Delivers First A380 to Singapore Airlines

Airbus delivered the first A380 (9V-SKA) to its launch customer, Singapore Airlines, today in 2007.

History

Qantaslink A220 Makes First Landing in Tasmania

QantasLink's new Airbus A220 has operated outside a large capital city for the first time.

Routes

Israeli LCC AirHaifa Conducts First International Flight

AirHaifa has completed its inaugural international flight from Tel Aviv, Israel, to Larnaca, Cyprus.

Routes

BOC Aviation Discloses Transactions for Q3 2024

BOC Aviation recently disclosed its operational transactions for the quarter ending September 30.

Industry

Emirates Bashes Boeing Over New 777X Delays

Emirates will engage in "meaningful discussions" with Boeing over newly announced 777X delays.

Airlines

Etihad Airways Reports September Traffic Statistics

Etihad publishes its traffic statistics for September 2024, demonstrating an improved performance.

Airlines

10/14/2010: French Carrier CCM Rebrands as Air Corsica

French regional airline Compagnie Corse Mediterranee was rebranded as Air Corsica today in 2010.

History

Airport Architecture: From Aesthetics to Functionality

These are some of the world's most incredible airports, boasting jaw-dropping architectural designs.

Airports

10/13/1930: Maiden Flight of the Junkers Ju 52

The Junkers Ju 52 took to the air for the first time today in 1930. It flew for almost 90 years.

History

Airways Interview: Meet Cindy Cox, 'Ball of Fire' Part 2

In Part 2 of our interview with Capt. Cox, we learn what it was like to pilot again after 16 years.

Interviews

Ryanair to Phase Out Printed Boarding Passes by 2025

Ryanair will discontinue the issuance of printed boarding passes and eradicate check-in counters.

Airlines

10/12/2009: The First Revenue Gas-to-liquid Fuel Flight

Qatar Airways flew the first revenue flight powered by gas-to-liquid kerosene fuel in 2009.

History

Expensive Hamburg: Eurowings Cuts 2025 Network

Eurowings will reduce operations at Hamburg Airport (HAM) by 1,000 flights next year.

Airlines

Boeing Cuts 10% of Jobs, Delays the 777X, Ends the 767F

Boeing announced 10% job cuts, a 2026 delay to its 777X, and the end of the 767F program in 2027.

Manufacturers

BA Further Rejigs Schedule Over Rolls-Royce Delays

British Airways further modifies its schedule due to delayed delivery of Rolls-Royce's engine parts.

Airlines

Explained: How Airline Crews Plan Their Sleep

Airways examines sleep planning, time zones, jet lag recovery, and flight crew perspectives.

Explained

Mandarin Airlines Orders Another ATR 72-600

Mandarin Airlines and ATR have announced a firm order for an additional ATR 72-600 turboprop.

Airlines

FAA Certifies Embraer’s E-Freighter, the E-190F

Embraer’s E-Freighter, the E-190F, has been fully certified by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Manufacturers

10/11/1970: Maiden Flight of Boeing 747-200

Today, in 1970, the upgraded Boeing 747-200 took to the skies for the first time.

History

Delta Air Lines Posts September 2024 Results

Delta Air Lines today published its September quarter 2024 GAAP financial results.

Airlines

Air Canada Pilots Ratify New Collective Agreement

Air Canada announced that its 5,200+ pilots had ratified the airline's new collective agreement.

Airlines

AIRBUS Releases September 2024 Delivery List

AIRBUS delivered 50 jets to 49 carriers and leasing firms in September 2024.

Manufacturers

United Airlines Announces Largest Global Expansion Ever

United Airlines announces its most extensive international expansion, serving eight new cities.

Routes

CAAP Hikes Domestic Passenger Fee in Argentina

One of the largest private airport operators globally hikes domestic passenger fees in Argentina.

Airlines

Air Serbia Launches Nonstop Flights to Shanghai

Air Serbia's Shanghai flight makes it one of the few European carriers flying over Russia.

Routes

10/10/1985: Presidential Airways Takes Flight

Presidential Airways was established today in '85 by former PEOPLExpress boss Harold J. Paretti.

History

Atlético de Madrid Stadium Now 'Riyadh Air Metropolitano'

Atlético de Madrid and Riyadh Air sign a nine-year naming contract for the team's home stadium.

Airlines

JetBlue Debuts New York-St. Vincent and the Grenadines

JetBlue begins service from its New York JFK hub to Argyle International Airport in the Caribbean.

Routes

Explained: Why Is Speed Tape Used on Aircraft Wings?

While it may resemble duct tape, speed tape is suitable for high-stress applications in aviation.

Explained

Hurricane Milton: Airline Flight Cancellations Surge

Air travel in Florida faces major disruptions as the peninsula state responds to Hurricane Milton.

Airlines

10/09/2018: Orient Thai Airlines Is Liquidated

Today, in 2018, Orient Thai Airlines was liquidated after 23 years of operations.

History

International Demand Boosts Aeromexico's Growth

Aeromexico's September growth trend was primarily driven by its international market demand.

Airlines

‍Caribbean Low-Cost Carrier Arajet Joins ALTA

Dominican Republic's low-cost carrier, Arajet, has become the most recent member of ALTA.

Airlines

‍KLM Celebrates 105th Anniversary in Amsterdam

In style, KLM celebrated its 105th anniversary by unveiling a new 'Delft Blue' KLM House.

Airlines

Boeing Reports Third Quarter 2024 Delivery Results

Boeing will send major program deliveries across its commercial operations for Q3 2024

Manufacturers

Norse Atlantic Posts 89% Load Factor in September

In September, Norse Atlantic Airways posted its highest recorded load factor ever.

Airlines

Hurricane Milton: Tampa Airport Suspends Operations

Tampa International Airport suspends all commercial and cargo operations ahead of Hurricane Milton.

Airports

Hurricane Milton: American Airlines Adds Seats, Flexibility

American Airlines increases seats and offers flexibility amid Hurricane Milton in Florida.

Airlines

10/08/1998: Gardermoen Replaces Oslo Fornebu Airport

Today, in 1998, Oslo Fornebu Airport, which also served Norway, was replaced by Gardermoen Airport.

History

Routes World 2024 Day 2: Oman Air CEO Interview

Day 2 at Routes World 2024 saw Oman Air CEO Con Korfiatis take the stage for his keynote interview.

Airlines

Flying Oman Air’s Business Studio to London + Lounge

With its rebranded First Class product, Oman Air’s transformation is among the most interesting.

Airlines

Routes World 2024 Day 1: flyadeal CEO Interview

At Routes World 2024, flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway delivered the final keynote interview for Day 1.

Airlines

Routes World 2024 Day 1: Gulf Air Group CEO Interview

The first keynote interview featured Gulf Air Group CEO Jeffrey Goh discussing Bahrain’s open skies.

Airlines

Routes World 2024 Day 2: Air Arabia CEO Keynote

Routes World 2024 started with Air Arabia CEO Adel Abdullah Ali giving a keynote interview.

Airlines

CEO Interview: Riyadh Air Unveils Short-Term Goals

At Routes World 2024, Riyadh Air unveiled crucial details regarding its future in the short term.

Interviews

Vietnam Airlines Inaugurates Hanoi-Munich Nonstop

Vietnam Airlines debuts its sole nonstop flight between Hanoi and Munich, the capital of Bavaria.

Routes

Explained: Emergency Landings Types, Procedures

What alternatives do pilots have, and what protocols do they follow during an emergency landing?

Explained

THAI's (Re)Launch of Its Premium Economy Class

THAI will introduce a new premium economy cabin offering, debuting on its Boeing 777-300ER fleet.

Airlines

10/06/1959: Charter Carrier Spantax Is Founded

This is the story of the Spanish leisure carrier, Spantax, founded today in 1959.

History

WestJet Posts 21% Growth in Winnipeg, Manitoba

WestJet and the WAA are committed to enhancing the travel options in Manitoba's capital, Winnipeg.

Airlines

IndiGo Hit With Reservations, Check-in System Glitch

Today, a booking system malfunction impacted IndiGo's reservation and check-in operations.

Airlines

Emirates Bans Pagers, Walkie-talkies on All Flight

Emirates Airlines has prohibited passengers from bringing pagers and walkie-talkies on its flights.

Airlines

10/05/1951: First Flight of the 44-seat Convair CV-340

Today, in 1951, the improved high-elevation performance Convair CV-340 made its maiden flight.

History

Aer Lingus Announces Dublin-Nashville Nonstop Service

Aer Lingus announces a new nonstop service between Dublin, Ireland, and Nashville, Tennessee.

Routes

Summer 2025 to See Delta’s Largest Schedule Yet

Next summer, Delta will introduce its largest-ever schedule from the world's largest airline hub.

Airlines

Lufthansa Technik Equips LATAM's 777s with AeroSHARK

LATAM is officially the first Latin American-based customer to receive the novel drag-reducing tech.

Airlines

Qantas Provides Rescue Flights to Australians in Lebanon

Qantas will operate two nonstop flights free of charge to help Australians in Lebanon get back home.

Airlines

STARLUX, Alaska Airlines Launch Codeshare Partnership

STARLUX announces the launch of its first codeshare agreement, partnering with Alaska Airlines.

Airlines

SAS, Virgin Atlantic Sign Codeshare Agreement

SAS and Virgin Atlantic have announced a new codeshare agreement launching on October 7.

Airlines

10/04/1958: BOAC's First Transatlantic Jet Service

Today, in 1958, BOAC operated the world's first jet-powered transatlantic flight.

History

Why Spirit Airlines Considering Bankruptcy Isn't Bad

Filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy can provide several key benefits for Spirit Airlines.

Op-Ed

Porter Inaugurates Toronto-Phoenix Nonstop Route

Porter Airlines inaugurates a new nonstop route to Phoenix, Arizona, its latest U.S. destination.

Routes

Touchdown: Philippine Airlines' Nonstop Route to Seattle

Philippine Airlines' inaugural flight is SeaTac's seventh new international service this year.

Routes

10/03/2004: Iraqi Airways Restarts Operations Post-war

Iraqi Airways resumed scheduled international operations today in 2004 between Baghdad and Amman.

History

China Southern Launches Bejing Daxing-Sydney Nonstop

China Southern launches the first nonstop route from Beijing Daxing International to Sydney Airport.

Routes

Qatar Airways Announces Doha-Toronto Pearson Flights

Qatar Airways announced a new route from Doha to Toronto, their second destination in Canada.

Routes

Spirit Wears PiNK During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Spirit Airlines unveiled a PiNK uniform collection supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Airlines

In Photos: JFK Terminal 6 Tour, Topping-Off Ceremony

New York JFK celebrates a major milestone with the topping-off of the final Terminal 6 steel beam.

Airports

SAS Adds New Domestic Destinations in 2025

SAS is set to expand its domestic network following the recent wet-lease agreement with Braathens.

Routes

Delta Air Lines Expands Connectivity in Saudi Arabia

SkyTeam Alliance members Delta Air Lines and Saudia sign a new codeshare agreement.

Airlines

Airways Interview: Meet Cindy Cox, 'Ball of Fire' Part 1

A cancer-fighting drug kept Capt. Cindy Cox from flying for 16 years. Now she’s back in the cockpit.

Interviews

Cebu Pacific Secures Order for 70 A321neo Jets

Cebu Pacific places a firm order for 70 Airbus A321neo jets, partially finalizing its Airbus order.

Airlines

10/02/2017: Monarch Airlines Ceases Operations

Today, in 2017, the UK's fifth-largest airline, Monarch Airlines, ceased operations.

History

Alaska Airlines Inaugurates Five New Nonstop Routes

Alaska Airlines inaugurates five new nonstop routes to its Pacific Northwest network.

Routes

Frontier Airlines Launches 22 New Winter Routes

ULCC Frontier Airlines has announced the launch of 22 new routes across the US in December 2024.

Routes

ITA Airways Remains Positive after H1 2024 Results

ITA Airways shows positive traffic and performance trends in its H1 2024 financial results.

Airlines

10/01/1928: Newark Liberty International Airport Opens

This is the story of New York's Newark Liberty International Airport, opened today in 1928.

History

Qatar Airways to Buy 25% of Virgin Australia Stake

Qatar Airways will buy one-quarter of Virgin Australia’s stake, bringing its partnership closer.

Airlines

2024: The Year of Embraer, 20 Years of E-Jets

Starting with Bandeirante, Embraer has built a strong global reputation over its 55-year history.

Manufacturers

Delta Air Lines Expands at Austin-Bergstrom Airport

Delta increases its presence in Austin with five new nonstop routes starting in Spring 2025.

Routes

In Photos: Airbus A321XLR Nears Entry into Service

The A321XLR was spotted undergoing rejected takeoff tests at Airbus' facility in Hamburg, Germany.

Airlines

Lilium Debuts eVTOL Jet at Houston Hobby Airport

Lilium introduces the “world's first fully electric" eVTOL jet to the U.S. market in Houston, TX.

Future Flight

Condor Unveils Pink A320 to Support FlyPink

Condor adds a new livery to its colorful fleet: a pink A320 with a unique and different message.

Airlines

Thai Airways, Gulf Air Expand Airline Partnership

Thai Airways International and Gulf Air announced a new partnership to expand their networks.

Airlines

Qantas Operates Inaugural A380 Johannesburg Flight 

Qantas debuts its first-ever A380 flight between Sydney, Australia, and Johannesburg, South Africa.

Routes

9/30/2011: Air Southwest Ceases Operations

Today, in 2011, UK regional operator Air Southwest ceased operations. This is its story.

History

Air Haifa Becomes Israel's Newest Low-cost Carrier

Newly launched Israeli LCC Air Haifa will commence scheduled services in mid-October 2024.

Airlines

Two Chinese Airlines Launch Nonstop Routes to Europe

China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines inaugurate nonstop routes to Serbia and Italy.

Routes

9/29/1972: Miami-based Air Florida Begins Operations

Today, in 1972, Air Florida commenced revenue operations with second-hand Lockheed Electras.

History

Trip Report: Flying Oman Air’s Business Studio

Airways flies from London to Muscat to experience Oman Air's hybrid First/Business Class cabin.

Airlines

EASA Urges Israel/Lebanon Flights Suspensions

EASA issues bulletins warning of aviation risks in Israel and Lebanon, urging flight suspensions.

Industry

9/28/1988: Maiden Flight of the Ilyushin ll-96

Today, in 1988, the Russian-built, long-haul widebody quad-jet Ilyushin ll-96 took its first flight.

History

Delta Announces First Salt Lake City-Seoul Nonstop

Delta will introduce its first nonstop service from Salt Lake City to Seoul on June 12, 2025.

Routes

Two Airlines Unveil Sports-themed Aircraft Liveries

Two airlines have launched special-edition aircraft liveries to celebrate their local sports clubs.

Airlines

9/27/2005: US Airways, America West Airlines Merge

Today, in 2005, the merger of US Airways and America West Airlines was completed.

History

NTSB Issues Safety Alert on Boeing 737 Rudder System

NTSB issues a safety notice for a potential Boeing 737 rudder control system malfunction.

Manufacturers

Elliott Issues Scathing Response to Southwest's Plans

Elliot Investment Management releases a scathing statement on Southwest's Investor Day plans.

Airlines

Icelandair Is Now Southwest's First Airline Partner

Icelandair and Southwest Airlines have signed an MOU to start a bilateral partnership in 2025.

Airlines

Emirates’ First A350 Completes Maiden Flight

On September 25, 2024, Emirates’ (EK) first-ever A350-900 variant completed its maiden flight.

Airlines