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Xiamen Airlines Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary

Xiamen Airlines celebrated its 40th anniversary in Xiamen, China, yesterday, July 25, 2024.

Airlines

LATAM Airlines Group Raises US$456m in NYSE IPO

LATAM Group recently completed a significant initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange.

Airlines

Wizz Air Expands Budapest Routes, Frequencies

Wizz Air has announced a significant expansion of its Budapest-based operations.

Routes

IndiGo Reports Q1 Profit Dip Amid Rising Costs

IndiGo announced its financial results for Q1 FY25 on Friday, revealing a profit decline.

Airlines

FIA2024: Abra Group Signs MoU for Five A350neo

Abra Group, the majority investor of Avianca and Gol, signs MoU for five A350-900s at FIA2024.

Airlines

Alaska Airlines Leads U.S. Carriers' Q2 Profit Recovery

Despite positive Q2 results, profitability among US airlines still lags behind pre-pandemic levels.

Analysis

American Airlines Lowers Yearly Profit Predictions

American Airlines' second-quarter report saw a decrease in the carrier's annual profit predictions.

Airlines

FIA2024: Airbus, flynas Sign A320neo, A330neo MoU

On day 4 of FIA2024, Airbus and flynas signed MoU for 75 A320neo and 15 A330neo aircraft.

Airlines

Southwest to Offer Assigned, Premium Seats, Redeye Flights

Southwest Airlines has just announced three major updates to its customer experience.

Airlines

FAA, NATCA Address Air Traffic Controller Fatigue

The FAA has reached an agreement with the NATCA to ensure ATC controllers receive adequate rest.

Industry

Frankfurt Airport Temporarily Halts Flight Operations

Flight operations at Frankfurt Airport were temporarily halted on Thursday morning due to a protest.

Airports

FIA2024: Farnborough Airshow Day 3 Recap

Day three of the 2024 Farnborough Air Show was slower than the start of the week.

Industry

FIA2024: Airbus to Enhance Air Mauritius Fleet

Air Mauritius Chooses Airbus Fleet Technical Management to enhance aircraft efficiency.

Airlines

FIA2024: Air India Airbus A350-900XWB Takeoff

Video: Air India’s A350-900XWB has officially left the Farnborough Airshow.

Airlines

FIA2024: Airbus Doubles Down on Sustainable Aviation

Airbus announces partnerships with LanzaJet and Avolon for sustainable fuel technology.

Future Flight

Alaska Airlines Unveils New 11,000 sq ft SFO Lounge

Alaska Airlines unveils newest lounge at San Francisco International Airport's Terminal 1.

Airlines

KLM, ZeroAvia to Operate Liquid Hydrogen Flight

KLM and ZeroAvia plan to perform a turboprop demonstration flight using hydrogen-electric engines.

Future Flight

FIA2024: Air Tahiti Orders Four More ATR 72-600

ATR announces an order for four ATR 72-600 and a Global Maintenance Agreement with Air Tahiti.

Airlines

FIA20204: Lufthansa Technik to Service Vietjet

Lufthansa Technik has entered into an exclusive Total Component Support agreement with Vietjet.

Airlines

FIA2024: EVA Air Orders GEnx Engines for Dreamliners

EVA Air has ordered GEnx engines to power four new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners.

Airlines

Boeing Resumes 737 MAX Deliveries to China

Boeing has resumed deliveries of its best-selling 737 MAX jets to China after a two-month hiatus.

Manufacturers

Saurya Airlines CRJ-200 Crashes in Kathmandu, Nepal

A Saurya Airlines CRJ-200ER aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines Expands West Coast Winter Service

Hawaiian Airlines increases winter service between Honolulu and mainland cities on the West Coast.

Routes

FIA20204: Farnborough Airshow Day 2 Roundup

Day two of the 2024 Farnborough Airshow saw Airbus double Boeing's orders for Tuesday.

Industry

FIA2024: Embraer to Launch Automated Takeoff System

Embraer will be the first manufacturer to introduce automatic takeoff for its commercial aircraft.

Manufacturers

FIA2024: SATENA Finalizes DHC-6 Twin Otter Purchase

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada and SATENA finalized the purchase of eight DHC-6 Twin Otters.

Airlines

FIA2024: Berniq Airways Orders Six A320neo

Libya’s flagship airline, Berniq Airways, has placed a firm order for six A320neo family aircraft.

Airlines

FIA2024: Qatar Airways Orders 20 More Boeing 777-9

Qatar Airways orders 20 more Boeing 777-9 jets, the second deal for Boeing on Day 2 of FIA2024.

Airlines

FIA2024: Macquarie AirFinance Orders 20 737 MAX Jets

Macquarie AirFinance has made its first direct order for 20 Boeing 737-8 on Day 2 at FIA2024.

Manufacturers

Delta Struggles to Recover from Extended IT Crash

Delta Air Lines has been struggling to recover from the CrowdStrike IT outage for several reasons.

Airlines

FIA2024: Japan Airlines Finalizes A350, A321neo Order

Japan Airlines signed a firm order with Airbus for 20 A350-900 and 11 A321neo aircraft.

Airlines

FIA2024: BA's £21M Fund Trains Diverse Pilot Aspirants

British Airways launched a £21 million initiative called the Speedbird Pilot Academy.

Airlines

FIA2024: Virgin Atlantic Orders Seven Airbus A330neos

Virgin Atlantic has ordered seven additional A330neos as part of its wider fleet transformation.

Airlines

FIA2024: Airbus, Partners Invest in SAF Financing Fund

Airbus and a consortium of industry leaders have co-invested in a SAF financing fund.

Manufacturers

FIA2024: Embraer E195-E2 Tech Eagle Flight Display

Embraer E2 jet featuring Tech Eagle livery performed its flight display on Day 1 of the airshow.

Manufacturers

FIA2024: ATR 72-600 Flight Display (Prototype Livery)

On the first day of the Airshow, ATR showcased an ATR 72-600 wearing the prototype livery.

Manufacturers

FIA2024: Airbus A321XLR Flight Display

On the first day of the 2024 Farnborough Airshow, Airbus showcased its A321XLR.

Manufacturers

FIA20204: Farnborough Airshow Day 1 Roundup

The 2024 Farnborough Air Show started in earnest today, hitting the ground running.

Industry

FIA2024: Martin Gauss on airBaltic's Long-term Strategy

Airways enjoyed catching up with Mr. Martin Gauss, CEO of airBaltic, on day one of FIA2024.

Interviews

FIA2024: Turkish Unveils New Business Class Cabin

While not by ordering aircraft, Turkish Airlines was a significant highlight at FIA2024.

Airlines

FIA2024: IAG Commits to GEnx Engine Purchase

IAG commits to GEnx engines, the first in their fleet, to power six new 787 Dreamliners.

Airlines

Turkish Airlines to Offer Free Wi-Fi Across Its Fleet

 Turkish Airlines plans to provide all its passengers with free unlimited Wi-Fi access.

Airlines

FIA2024: Qatar Airways Unveils Qsuite Next Gen

The Qatar Airways Group has unveiled its new Business Class 'Qsuite Next Gen' today at FIA2024.

Airlines

FIA2024: DHC Announces Plans to Upgrade Dash 8

De Havilland Canada announced at FIA2024 a fleet upgrade plan for its Dash 8 aircraft.

Airlines

FIA2024: Drukair Orders Airbus A320neo, A321XLR

The flag carrier of the Kingdom of Bhutan, Drukair, signed an MoU with Airbus for A320neo/A321XLR.

Airlines

FIA 2024: Lufthansa Technik to Service Boeing 787 Cabins

Lufthansa Technik is the first Boeing-licensed Service Center for 787 cabin modifications.

Manufacturers

FIA2024: Japan Airlines Orders Up to 20 Dreamliners

Boeing and Japan Airlines have announced an agreement for up to 20 more 787 Dreamliners.

Airlines

FIA2024: Luxair Orders Up to Four Boeing 737-10

Luxair orders two Boeing 737-10 with options for two more a year after purchasing the 737-7 and -8.

Airlines

FIA2024: Korean Air Orders Up to 50 Boeing Widebodies

Korean Air has ordered 20 Boeing 777-9s and 20 787-10s, with options for an additional 10 787s.

Airlines

FIA2024: National Airlines Orders Four Boeing 777F

Boeing kicked off the 2024 Farnborough Airshow with an order for four Boeing 777 freighters.

Airlines

Ryanair Wins Screen-scraping Case Against Booking.com

Ryanair wins US court ruling against Booking.com’s screen-scraping activity.

Industry

7/21/2014: La Compagnie Makes Inaugural Flight

La Compagnie made its maiden flight to Newark Liberty International Airport in 2014.

History

FIA2024: The Stakes of the Boeing-Airbus Duopoly

Slowed-down deliveries and supply chain woes taint Boeing and Airbus' presence at FIA2024.

Manufacturers

The History of British Airways' Gatwick Operation

British Airways, "The World's Favourite Airline," can trace its history at Gatwick Airport to 1935.

Analysis

7/20/2006: VARIG Airlines Ceases Operations

VARIG used to be Brazil's only international carrier and Latin America’s largest 747 operator.

History

7/19/1961: TWA Debuts First Scheduled Inflight Movie

Inflight entertainment is now a staple of international air travel, but that wasn't always the case.

History

Air France Names Its Newest Airbus A350 'Paris'

Air France named its newest A350 after the host city of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Airlines

JetBlue to Offer FAs Six Months of Unpaid Leave

JetBlue will offer flight attendants up to six months of unpaid leave in September 2024.

Airlines

Embraer Triples Commercial Deliveries in 2Q24

Embraer has published its 2024 second-quarter results ahead of the 2024 Farnborough Airshow.

Manufacturers

Global IT Failure Grounds Flights Worldwide

A widespread IT failure has affected airlines worldwide, causing unprecedented flight disruptions.

Industry

Airbus A321XLR Receives EASA Type Certification

Airbus A321XLR has received its Type Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency.

Manufacturers

Allegiant President Greg Anderson Named New CEO

Allegiant Air has selected Gregory C. Anderson as the new CEO and President.

Airlines

Saudia Group to Purchase Up to 100 Lilium Jets

Saudia Group and Lilium have signed a binding sales agreement for up to 100 eVTOL aircraft.

Future Flight

easyJet New Routes Include Flights to Egypt

easyJet has announced it will launch new routes from airports in the UK and Norway for the winter.

Routes

7/18/2002: British European Airways Flybe Rebrand

It began in 1979 when Intra Airways and Express Air Services merged to form Jersey European Airways.

History

Saudi Arabia Breaks Air Traffic Growth Record

Saudi Arabia has witnessed record-breaking growth in its air traffic during the first half of 2024.

Industry

Alaska Airlines Expands Premium Seating Options

Alaska Airlines will add more First and Premium Class seats to 200+ aircraft in its mainline fleet.

Airlines

FAA Announces Second Round of Airport Grants

The FAA announces a new round of Airport infrastructure grants covering various projects.

Airports

Arajet Flies Over 500,000 Passengers in Early 2024

Arajet achieves a new record by flying more than half a million passengers in H1 2024.

Airlines

Air Traffic Movement on the Rise at Munich Airport

Munich Airport saw increased traffic in the H124 with higher passenger, aircraft, and cargo volumes.

Airports

New York JFK to Become World-Class Art Destination

John F. Kennedy Airport's new Terminal 6 is set to become a destination for art lovers.

Airports

7/17/1980: Cathay Pacific's Hong Kong-London Service

Cathay Pacific's Hong Kong-London service marked the start of the airline's international expansion.

History

Thai AirAsia X to Relocate to Don Mueang Airport

Thai AirAsia X will relocate all flight operations back to Don Mueang Airport in October.

Airlines

Fiji Airways Plans to Launch Dallas Flights

Fiji Airways is charting a plan to launch direct flights between Nadi and Dallas.

Airlines

Dutch Court Condemns Schiphol Slots Cut Decision

The Dutch Supreme Court has decided that cutting slots at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is unlawful.

Airports

Etihad Reports Strong June 2024 Traffic Performance

Etihad Airways reports robust traffic statistics for June 2024 with substantial network growth.

Airlines

Virgin Atlantic to Axe London-Shanghai Daily Route

Virgin Atlantic will end its daily route between London and Shanghai on October 26, 2024.

Routes

Allegiant Air Announces Eight New U.S. Routes

In preparation for winter travel, Allegiant announces eight new nonstop routes to 13 US cities.

Routes

07/16/1948: Maiden Flight of the Vikers Viscount

The first Vickers Viscount aircraft took to the skies from Wisley, Surrey, for its maiden flight.

History

Summer's Back: 2.1 Million Pax at Brussels Airport

Brussels Airport welcomed 2.1 million passengers in June, a growth of 4% compared to June 2023.

Airports

Emirates SkyCargo Orders Five Boeing 777 Freighters

Emirates SkyCargo has ordered five additional Boeing 777 freighters with deliveries in FY25/26.

Airlines

London Stansted Soars Past 29 Million Passengers

London Stansted Airport has surpassed 29 million annual passengers for the first time.

Airports

Road to Farnborough 2024: Everything You Should Know

In one week, the entire world of aviation will turn its eyes to the largest fair of the industry.

Industry

A330neo Rolls Out Bearing New Malaysia Airlines Livery

An A330neo aircraft with Malaysia Airlines' new livery rolls out of Airbus' Toulouse warehouse.

Airlines

DHL, Central Airlines to Form a Strategic Partnership

DHL Express signed a Letter of Intent with Central Airlines to improve its logistics in China.

Airlines

Jet2 Posts Preliminary £520.1 Million Profit

Jet2 posted a profit of £520.1 million and confirmed exercising more orders for the Airbus A321neo.

Airlines

FIA2024: Boeing to Prioritize Production Quality, Safety

Boeing announces a "tailored presence" at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow.

Manufacturers

7/15/1958: Ghana Airways Commences Operations

Ghana Airways was founded to take over the services of West African Airways Corporation.

History

Trip Report: Flying Icelandair’s Boeing 757 to Seattle

Experience flying Icelandair's Boeing 757 from Keflavík to Seattle in Saga Premium.

Airlines

Vietnam Airlines to Launch Hanoi-Phnom Penh Flights

Vietnam Airlines plans to launch direct flights between Hanoi and Phnom Penh in October 2024.

Airlines

British Airways Increases South American Frequencies

British Airways will expand flight frequencies between London and South America in the fall.

Routes

American Airlines to Cut Capacity to London

American Airlines will reduce capacity from Los Angeles and Phoenix to London Heathrow.

Routes

7/14/1971: Maiden Flight of the VFW-Fokker 614

Today in 1971, the unique VFW-Fokker 614 took to the skies for the first time.

History

Qantas Returns to Paris in Time for Olympic Games

Qantas inaugurates non-stop flights between Australia and Paris after 20 years of pause.

Routes

AeroUnion Welcomes New Airbus A330-300P2F

Mexican cargo carrier AeroUnion has received its first Airbus A330F after retiring its A300.

Airlines

Sukhoi Superjet 100 Crashes During Test Flight

A Sukhoi Superjet 100 crashed close to Moscow during a test flight Friday morning.

Airlines

Evolution of Modern Aircraft Cabin Safety

Stepping into an aircraft means entering an environment highly controlled to be as safe as possible.

Analysis

7/13/1999: Air Lanka Renamed SriLankan Airlines

Today, in 1999, Air Lanka, the flag carrier of Sri Lanka, was renamed SriLankan Airlines.

History

Alaska Airlines Sells Back Blown-out MAX Jet to Boeing

Alaska Airlines sells to Boeing the Boeing 737-9 involved in the January 5 door plug blowout.

Airlines

Boeing Receives Order for 35 737 MAX Aircraft

The 737 MAX order comes as Boeing tries to realign its priorities with its Spirit AeroSystems deal.

Manufacturers