(IN SHORT) Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, celebrated the arrival of its first Boeing 737-8 aircraft with a launch ceremony. The induction of this aircraft type signifies the beginning of MAG’s gradual fleet expansion plan. MAG has a total order of 25 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery through 2026… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has ushered in the holiday season with its annual Christmas tree lighting event. Students from the airport’s adopted schools, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus, gathered at the terminal to spread Christmas cheer to passengers. Belfast City Airport, which operates routes to 31 destinations in partnership with six airline partners,… Read the full press release
Sunday, Nov. 26 is projected to be the busiest day, with nearly 300,000 passengers expected between O’Hare and Midway International Airports (IN SHORT) The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is gearing up to welcome more than 1.65 million passengers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. O’Hare is expected to see… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, presents the Winning Riders Trophy to Fabio Di Giannantonio and the Winning Constructor Award to Gresini Racing (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways, the Title Sponsor of Qatar MotoGP™, celebrated Fabio Di Giannantonio’s first victory at the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix 2023 in Doha. The airline… Read the full press release
280 young innovators gathered at Cathay City to develop cutting-edge tech solutions (IN SHORT) The 6th Annual Cathay Hackathon, held at Cathay City, brought together 280 tech-savvy students for a 24-hour event focused on developing innovative solutions for enhancing customer travel experiences, elevating Cathay’s premium lifestyle services, and promoting cargo services. This year’s hackathon saw… Read the full press release
The consortium, Air-CRAFT, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, and comprises eight founding entities: ADNOC, Boeing, Emirates, ENOC Group, Etihad, Honeywell, Khalifa University, Masdar (IN SHORT) In the UAE Year of Sustainability, the “Air-CRAFT” initiative has been launched at the 3rd ICAO Conference on Aviation… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched its renowned Chauffeur Drive Service (CDS) in Jakarta, Indonesia, catering exclusively to First and Business Class passengers. This service offers a seamless and luxurious door-to-door experience to and from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Emirates’ premium customers can enjoy complimentary chauffeur-driven pick-up and drop-off services within an 80-kilometer radius of the… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates is set to celebrate Thanksgiving with special menus on its flights from Dubai to the USA and within its airport lounges. From November 23 to 30, passengers on these routes can savor traditional Thanksgiving dishes, with elevated options for First Class travelers. First Class passengers can indulge in sweet potato soup with… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has urged the EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, to take immediate action to safeguard overflights and preserve the freedom of movement for EU citizens amidst the surge in French air traffic control (ATC) strikes in 2023. The airline highlights that there have been 65 days of ATC… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Korean Air has entered into a partnership with global logistics company LX Pantos to expand the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on cargo flights, with the aim of achieving net-zero carbon emissions. This collaboration, formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU), underscores the commitment of both companies to reducing greenhouse gas emissions… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) A joint operation conducted by the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) and the elite Directorate of Priority Crimes Investigation, known as the Hawks, has resulted in the arrest of five individuals suspected of drug trafficking. Among the suspects are employees of various companies operating at O R Tambo International Airport, including two ACSA… Read the full press release
Carrier updates sustainability strategy to focus on carbon, circularity, and collaboration (IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines has announced its updated sustainability strategy, “Nonstop to Net Zero,” with the aim of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and promoting sustainability in air travel. The strategy focuses on three pillars: carbon reduction, circularity, and collaboration. Key goals… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Al Meer celebrated the partnership at the Dubai Airshow with the Inter delegation and the Club Legend, Marco Materazzi The agreement extends rights to Qatar Duty Free and Hamad International Airport, and ensure a comprehensive Qatar Airways Group partnership Inter fans will be able to access special… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a codeshare partnership agreement to offer expanded flight options for travelers between the Philippines and Singapore, as well as connections to other domestic and international destinations through their hubs. The codeshare will commence on flights between Singapore and Manila, with SIA codesharing on PAL… Read the full press release
1,557 flights took place during the first two week’s operations at Terminal A Over 3,800 departures expected to take place in first whole month of operations 2.29 million passengers across 12,220 flights set to experience Terminal A in December (IN SHORT) Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has successfully transitioned all 28 international airlines to its… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Oman Air Cargo has taken delivery of its first dedicated cargo aircraft, a Boeing 737-800 Converted Freighter (BCF). This fuel-efficient aircraft offers up to 20 percent lower fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions per tonne compared to previous standard-body freighters. With a cargo capacity of up to 23.9 tonnes and a range of… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) TAP, the Portuguese national airline, is kicking off Black Friday promotions earlier this year, offering round-trip flights starting at 49 euros to its destinations in Portugal, Europe, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Africa. Business class travelers can also enjoy discounts, with prices starting at 319 euros. These promotional tickets are… Read the full press release
The Dubai-based carrier signs an agreement with the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) for its first purpose-built Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility by 2026 The milestone announcement reflects the airline’s long-term commitment to further enhancing its in-house capability, which will support its growing fleet (IN SHORT) flydubai has revealed plans to construct a… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates has joined forces with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority Services (GCAAS) and International Aviation Consulting and Training (IACT) to offer comprehensive training solutions for the airline’s engineering professionals. This collaboration aims to provide top-notch training programs, ensuring that Emirates’ engineering workforce remains at the forefront of industry standards and expertise. (PRESS… Read the full press release
Contracts include best-in-class seats for Emirates’ new A350, 777X-9 and B777-300 fleet, cabin equipment, wheels and carbon brakes, landing gear component repairs, retrofit and MRO support Agreement boosts airline’s ongoing investment in the French and European aviation manufacturing ecosystem (IN SHORT) Emirates has announced agreements valued at $12 billion with Safran, a leading aerospace company,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates has made substantial investments in its A380 fleet, securing deals for maintenance, cabin upgrades, and other enhancements at the Dubai Airshow 2023. These investments demonstrate Emirates’ commitment to providing passengers with a world-class travel experience aboard its iconic A380 aircraft well into the next decade. (PRESS RELEASE) Dubai, UAE, 2023-Nov-16 — /Travel… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) QantasLink has reached a significant milestone in its fleet renewal program as it unveils its first brand new Airbus A220 aircraft. The A220, part of a delivery of 29 such aircraft, is set to replace the Boeing 717s in the domestic fleet. It offers twice the range of the 717, opening up new… Read the full press release
AirJapan, the new ANA Holdings brand for medium-haul international routes, announced it will begin service on the Narita-Incheon route on February 22, 2024. One-way fares departing from Tokyo Narita will start at 8,000 yen, with customizable options for combining different services to meet the personalized needs of customers. Under the concept of “Fly Thoughtful,” AirJapan… Read the full press release
Thorn Pozen, Mark Uncapher to serve as Chairperson and Vice Chairperson (IN SHORT) The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority’s board of directors has elected Thorn Pozen as its chairperson and Mark Uncapher as vice chairperson for 2024. Additionally, Monica Hargrove has been re-elected as secretary to the Airports Authority. Thorn Pozen, a partner at the law… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot, both part of the SIA Group portfolio, have set a target to replace 5% of their total fuel requirements with sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) by 2030. SAF has the potential to reduce carbon emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel, aligning with the SIA Group’s… Read the full press release
The 2023 Southwest Airlines Scholarship Program awarded 17 scholarships, pledging $290,000 to students over four years (IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines has announced the recipients of the Herbert D. Kelleher and Rollin W. King and the Southwest Airlines Scholarships for 2023. These scholarships are aimed at supporting students in their educational pursuits and encouraging them to… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Dubai Airshow 2023 opened with a breathtaking aerial display led by Emirates, showcasing the prowess of UAE aviation. The spectacle featured the iconic Emirates A380, followed by the UAE’s Al Fursan air display team, and a formation of commercial aircraft, including an Emirates Boeing 777, Etihad Airbus 350, Air Arabia Airbus 320, and… Read the full press release
55 additional Boeing 777-9s and 35 777-8s bring Emirates’ total 777X orders to 205 units. Signs deal for 202 additional GE9X engines to power its new 777X fleet, bringing Emirates’ total order for GE9X engines to 460 units. Emirates updates Boeing 787 Dreamliner order to 35 units: 15 787-10s and 20 787-8 (IN SHORT) Emirates… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) On the first day of the 2023 Dubai Air Show, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, paid a visit to Emirates Airlines. During the visit, Adel Al Redha, Chief Operating Officer of Emirates, presented an overview of the airline’s innovative employee training program that utilizes… Read the full press release
Eve continues to expand its global vertiport customer base (IN SHORT) Eve Air Mobility (Eve) and Swedish-based vertiport developer Kookiejar have signed a letter of intent (LOI) for the deployment of Eve’s Urban ATM (Air Traffic Management) system to support vertiport operations in Dubai. This marks Eve’s first Urban ATM agreement in Dubai and adds… Read the full press release