(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport has improved its emergency response capabilities by adding a new, advanced fire vehicle to its fleet. This latest addition is the third-generation Oshkosh Striker 3.0, joining two others that have been operating since the airport first pioneered this technology in the UK in early 2022. The vehicle, weighing 39 tonnes, is… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IATA has introduced its Contactless Travel Directory to quickly expand contactless travel solutions by providing a centralized system for airlines. The Directory offers a single reference point, detailed traveler eligibility criteria, and essential technical protocols to support biometric identification across various travel stages—such as bag drop, lounge and security access, and boarding. Emphasizing… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) ACSA has announced that, as of 8 April 2025, three airports—Richards Bay, Upington, and Bram Fischer International in Bloemfontein—will temporarily suspend their Instrument Flight Procedures until maintenance is completed, meaning operations will be limited to Visual Meteorological Conditions only during periods of reduced visibility. Meanwhile, other major airports, including O.R. Tambo, King Shaka,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport is inviting applications from young people aged 16 to 18 for the sixth year of its IGNITE Youth Leadership Programme. The year-long initiative aims to nurture future leaders by combining mentorship, hands-on experiences, and exposure to dynamic industry environments with the pursuit of an NLP Diploma in Personal and Career… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Eastern Airways has inaugurated a new route connecting Newquay and London Southend, with flights taking only 90 minutes. This new service, which began on April 3, 2025, enhances connectivity between Cornwall and the East of England for both leisure and business travelers. Celebrations for the launch included a unique in-flight Cornish cream tea… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) SunExpress has introduced a new direct flight route from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Antalya, scheduled to operate three times a week during Summer 2025 using Boeing 737 aircraft. Return fares are competitively priced starting at £189.99, providing an affordable option for travelers to experience the Turkish Riviera. Paul Winfield from LJLA highlighted… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Zurich Airport will soon feature TREATS, a new 2,000-square-metre food hall that will serve as a central gastronomic hub within its renovated shopping area. Scheduled to open in autumn 2027 and operated by the food collective ag, TREATS will offer over 1,000 seats, 16 food stalls, food trucks, four bars, a café, an… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hong Kong International Airport celebrated service excellence at its annual Customer Service Excellence Programme awards, where over 430 nominations recognized more than 870 outstanding staff members and teams. The ceremony, led by Acting CEO Vivian Cheung of AAHK, also introduced a new 20-member Customer Service Excellence Steering Committee aimed at further enhancing the… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) At the 2025 AX Awards during the 21st annual Airport Experience Conference, HMSHost, a leading global travel dining operator and part of Avolta AG, was awarded Best Overall Restaurateur for its outstanding performance in operations, customer service, creativity, food quality, and marketing. The award underscores HMSHost’s innovative approach to making the travel journey… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) London Luton Airport has launched a new service by Jet2 and Jet2holidays, introducing direct flights and package holidays from Luton to 17 sunny destinations across Southern Europe and the Mediterranean. The festive launch featured a red-carpet check-in, live entertainment, personalized gifts, and surprise giveaways, with the inaugural flight to Majorca setting the tone…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Air Canada has introduced a new four-times-weekly, year-round direct service from Vancouver to Manila, marking its 12th destination in the Asia-Pacific region and further solidifying its position as the leading North American airline with the most non-stop flights to Southeast Asia. Celebrations at Vancouver’s YVR Pacific hub highlighted the launch, with strong support… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Air Canada, in partnership with the Air Canada Foundation, Edmonton International Airport, and Autism Edmonton, is hosting Autism Aviation Day this weekend at YEG. This initiative, the first in a series planned across six Canadian cities in 2025, offers a supportive environment for autistic children and their families to experience the airport and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) On 2 April 2025, Aberdeen International Airport launched its new twice-weekly Ryanair service to Krakow, becoming the airport’s second direct connection to Poland after Gdansk. This new route, part of Ryanair’s expanding presence at the airport, adds Krakow as the fourth destination from Aberdeen alongside Malaga, Alicante, and Faro. The move is in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) On World Autism Awareness Day, Manchester Airport highlights essential tips and support measures for autistic travelers and their companions, addressing the challenges posed by the busy airport environment. Recognizing that even small disruptions can cause significant stress, the airport recommends choosing short-haul, direct flights and avoiding peak travel times. Practical advice includes selecting… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hamburg Airport experienced a robust recovery in 2024, with passenger numbers exceeding expectations by half a million, resulting in a profit of €20.4 million—a significant jump from €6.6 million the previous year. The increase in traffic, particularly from private travelers who now account for 78% of total traffic, has driven revenue gains across… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport has launched the ‘Take Off Programme,’ a new training initiative designed to help local residents overcome employment barriers. Funded by the Achieve Fund and developed in partnership with North Somerset Council, the programme targets various groups, including students, retired professionals, and those who have been out of the workforce due to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) SAS is launching its most extensive summer 2025 traffic program yet, expanding its network to 278 routes and increasing capacity to 23 million seats—an increase of 2.2 million seats from last year. The new schedule, primarily departing from Copenhagen, adds key destinations such as Madrid, Budapest, Krakow, Lyon, Wroclaw, and Nuuk, and introduces… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IATA has declared that the 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will be held in Nairobi, Kenya from 13 to 15 May 2025, marking its first time on the African continent. The conference will concentrate on modernizing ground handling operations, bolstering workforce development, and enhancing coordination and collaboration across the sector to improve… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Skybus has launched its first flight of 2025 from Cornwall Airport Newquay, marking the beginning of an exciting and busy season. As the longest-serving airline at the airport since 1992, Skybus, operated by the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, has successfully transported almost 400,000 passengers over 40,000 flights between Newquay and the Isles… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Lufthansa Airlines is temporarily deploying six Airbus A350-900 aircraft from Frankfurt to service routes to Seoul, Shanghai, Denver, and Seattle as a stopgap measure to counter delayed aircraft deliveries. Four of the jets began operating from Frankfurt with the summer flight schedule, with additional aircraft planned for May and July. Jens Ritter, CEO… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Jetstar is set to launch direct flights from Christchurch to Cairns on 2 April, offering a convenient gateway for New Zealanders to explore the tropical splendor of Tropical North Queensland and for Australians to discover the scenic charm of Christchurch and the South Island. This new route expands Jetstar’s trans-Tasman network, joining its… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Finavia is significantly expanding its international air network for the summer season, with direct flights now serving 116 destinations globally. This expansion includes both new route launches and increased weekly frequencies on existing routes, with a strong focus on connecting Finland to major European cities and popular Mediterranean tourist hotspots. Finnish Lapland continues… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Auckland Airport is set to discount its airline passenger charges over the next two years following the Commerce Commission’s final report on Price Setting Event 4 (PSE4). The discounts will adjust charges to approximately $9.00 for regional travel, $12.80 for domestic jet travel, and $38.90 for international travel, reflecting a revised targeted return… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines (JAL) is set to reopen the Sakura Lounge for international travelers at Nagoya’s Chubu Centrair International Airport on March 31, 2025. The lounge, which originally opened in 2005 and was closed in March 2020 due to COVID-19, has been completely renovated with a new interior design and updated culinary offerings. Notable… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) London Luton Airport (LLA) leads major European airports in using next-generation aircraft, with 47.8% of passenger flights from March 2024 to February 2025 operated by Airbus neo or Boeing Max models, rising to 56% in January 2025, per RDC Aviation data. These planes reduce emissions by 20% and noise levels. LLA collaborates with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hong Kong is setting a new standard in aviation with JetLink, a collaborative service between the Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre (HKBAC) and Cathay Pacific that facilitates effortless transitions between commercial and private flights. Targeting First and Business class passengers, JetLink offers a guided “wing-to-wing” transfer that bypasses traditional customs and immigration hurdles,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has announced plans to introduce refurbished Boeing 777s on additional daily flights between Dubai and Riyadh, making Riyadh the first Middle Eastern and GCC city served entirely by these modernized aircraft. The new services will begin on 30 March 2025 for flights EK815 and EK816, with a third service commencing on 7… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) dnata has won three long-term contracts to provide inflight catering services to Hainan Airlines, Tianjin Air, and Beijing Capital Airlines (formerly part of HNA Group) at Melbourne International Airport and Sydney International Airport. The contracts will see dnata produce approximately 380,000 meals per year for flights operating between Melbourne and China, which serve… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines, Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation, and Green Earth Institute have signed an MOU to collaborate on producing sustainable aviation fuel from bioethanol derived from domestic wood. This project builds on the MORISORA Project, initiated in 2023 by Nippon Paper, Sumitomo Corporation, and GEI, with a joint venture established in 2025… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Korean Air is enhancing its service offering by upgrading its airport lounges and introducing Premium Economy cabins, in line with its new corporate identity and the upcoming integration with Asiana Airlines. At Incheon International Airport Terminal 2, the airline will expand and renovate lounges by building new “Prestige Class Garden Lounges” in both… Read the full news article