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Image: Getty Images Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s newest airline, recently celebrated its first anniversary under the stewardship of its charismatic CEO Tony Douglas. Since its launch in March 2023, the kingdom’s second national carrier, recognised by its unique ‘RX’ code, has marked its presence on the global aviation landscape. From placing a significant order of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to power…

While the IATA report provides an optimistic outlook for the Indian aviation sector, stakeholders emphasize the importance of a collaborative approach between the industry and the government to overcome challenges and propel sustained growth The Indian aviation sector is gearing up for a stellar performance in 2024, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecasting record-breaking profits for the global…

Norwegian Air and Widerøe combined to fly 2.6 million passengers in June 2024, but the company has lowered its profit forecast for the year in its latest update.   Norwegian welcomed 2,245,735 passengers while Widerøe had 346,747, totaling 2,592,482 for the group which was only formed in January 2024.   The latest figures announced on July 4, 2024, represent an 11% increase…

On July 4, 2024, ERC System, a German advanced air mobility startup that until now had operated in stealth mode, unveiled an eVTOL aircraft designed specifically for the emergencies market. This aircraft has a 450 kg payload and boasts a number of features that are optimized for its use by emergency services operators. For example, it includes a high wing configuration…

Amna Nawaz: This is a key weekend for Boeing, the Justice Department, and hundreds of families. The U.S. government is waiting to see if major airplane manufacturer Boeing accepts its deal to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with two deadly crashes in 2018 and 2019, both 737 MAX jetliners, that killed 346 people. Lawyers for the victims say…

The Lufthansa Group has introduced an environmental cost surcharge on all tickets issued from June 26 with departure from 1 January 2025 on flights from the 27 EU countries as well as the UK, Norway and Switzerland. The amount of the surcharge varies between 1 euro and 72 euros ($1.08 – $78), depending on the flight route. It is intended…

ForeFlight, arguably one of the world’s most popular flight planners with databases that thousands of pilots have used since its inception in 2007, has something new up its sleeve. And it must be a pretty long sleeve as EAA annual events totaling well over 14,000 have now been added to the Foreflight database. In adding these 14,000-plus events to ForeFlight,…

We often hear that air travel is worse than it’s ever been. Gone are the days when airplanes touted piano bars and meat carving stations — or even free meals. Instead we’re crammed into tiny seats and fighting for overhead space. How did we get here? Most of the inconveniences we think about when we fly can be traced back…

New-age airports are characterised by their adoption of technology and digital solutions, aimed at enhancing the passenger experience and providing a ‘plug and play’ environment for airlines According to industry experts, the demand for air travel in India is likely to remain strong in the near future due to factors like rising disposable income in tier-II and tier-III cities. This…

Luxury airline Beond launched its first flight between Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Male, Maldives (MLE) via Dubai (DWC) on July 3, 2024. The Italian city is the third and latest addition to Beond’s European network. The new service has been launched following the startup airline’s decision to suspend or significantly reduce flights to the other two airports it serves in…

Air New Zealand has been in the airline industry game for nearly 60 years, but with that in mind, where does the Auckland-based airline fly to? To establish this, we will take a look at the airline’s fleet, and how this enables the current operation of their route network. Without further ado, let’s get into it… The Current Air New…

By George Karamitis, EAA 144192 This piece originally ran in the May 2024 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. Every once in a while, someone will ask me, “George, when are you going to learn how to fly a real airplane?” I usually do not respond to that question. First of all, I do not know if they are just being…

AIRLINE HONOURED TO RECEIVE THE WORLD FINANCE SUSTAINABILITY AWARD ONCE AGAIN   Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally* has been named the “Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline” for the fourth consecutive year at the World Finance Sustainability Awards 2024. This accolade underscores the airline’s achievements in respect of its part in the decarbonisation of the airline…

Home » AIRLINE NEWS » US Travel Boosted With Remarkable Airline Industry Growth Of 10.3% Including American, Delta And Southwest Thursday, July 4, 2024 Reading Time: 5 minutes The US domestic airline sector demonstrated a robust growth in May 2024, marked by a notable increase in World Share and an enhanced Passenger Load Factor (PLF). The sector observed a 15.4%…

New Delta Airlines Terminal C at LaGuardia Airport is completed in New York A record number of passengers are expected to pass through US airports this holiday travel week, but despite the surge in travelers, airlines are facing significant challenges that are impacting their profitability and operations. One of the major issues plaguing airlines is the increase in costs, including…

On July 2, 2024, American Airlines released its Sustainability Report for 2023. The report aims to document the carrier’s work over that year to advance its strategy to “address climate change, accelerate the broader solutions needed to decarbonize aviation, and share progress on other issues important to the company and its stakeholders, including safety, human capital, and customer experience.”  The…

A new helicopter operator has launched in Greece offering scheduled flights between Athens and several islands in the Aegean Sea. This new startup, called hoper, is the project of a group of Greek entrepreneurs intent on providing a faster way to reach tourist gateways such as Antiparos, Folegandros, Ios, Kea, Mykonos, Santorini, Sifnos, Spetses and Tinos. While some of these…

Summary Alaska Airlines flight attendants secure record-breaking contract with 32% average pay raise over three years. New contract includes boarding pay, retro pay, and reassignment pay for schedule integrity issues. The deal puts pressure on other airlines in negotiations, including United and American Airlines. Flight attendants at Alaska Airlines have agreed to a new contract that is record-breaking in the…

Many training programs for on-the-road vehicles focus on defensive driving techniques as a safety strategy. They include key points, such as avoiding distractions, trying to predict risks ahead, not assuming others will do what you would in a particular situation, being aware of other vehicles, signaling, and being careful at intersections just in case the other drivers fail to stop…

Home » AIRLINE NEWS » New Airline Routes in July 2024, Significantly Boosting Global Connectivity and Expanding Travel Opportunities Wednesday, July 3, 2024 Reading Time: 4 minutes As the summer travel season heats up, airlines are introducing new routes worldwide in July 2024, offering travelers more destination options and enhancing global connectivity. One notable addition is Aerolineas Argentinas’ new service…

Most classic aircraft under $100,000 have needs. Whether the panel is antiquated with barely functional radios, the engine approaching the recommended time before overhaul (TBO), or the paint and interior ragged, there are almost always several items on the “to-do” list. But this classic 1947 Beechcraft Bonanza bucks the trend by providing award-winning aesthetics and fastidiously maintained systems for $99,500…

Car parts, berries, medicines, mail, even pop bands’ drum kits — these are just some of the cargo items that might be in the belly of your aircraft this summer along with the hold luggage. It’s big business: airlines globally are expected to deliver 62 million tonnes of cargo this year, according to IATA, the aviation industry’s trade body. The…

Jazeera Airways adopts Airline Economics by Skailark We are both thrilled and proud to be announcing rapidly growing Jazeera Airways as our next new client and a first in the pivotal Middle East region.” — Dr. Christian Soyk, CEO & Founder commented: GERMANY, July 3, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Skailark, a Data as a Service company which provides its customers with…

It’s not every day that one can find an airplane that combines cross-country capability, a 200-horsepower fuel-injected engine, and retractable tailwheel gear. It’s even more unusual to locate such an airplane that’s under 25 years old with only 360 hours of total time on both the airframe and engine for under $100,000. But this unique Micco SP-20 defies expectations by…

Turkish Airlines has placed an order with Boeing for four 777 Freighters with the airline citing a growing global demand for cargo services as the catalyst. Turkish Airlines’ acquisition of four more Boeing 777 Freighters will see the aircraft type’s numbers triple from eight to 12 in the near future. The deal between Boeing and Turkish Airlines was announced on…

Spirit Airlines, known for its cheap fares and à la carte flight upgrades, is rolling out another perk it hopes will draw travelers: fewer fees.  In May, the Miramar, Florida-based carrier stopped charging customers for canceling and changing flights, a move Spirit executives expect will pay off despite the loss of fee revenue. The airline also increased the weight for…

If you’re flying over remote terrain where traditional communication methods may be unreliable, you may be wondering how anyone would be able to reach you in case of an emergency. This is where a personal locator beacon (PLB) or a satellite messenger can come into play. PLBs are emergency devices that transmit distress signals via satellite. Pilots carry PLBs as…

The Federal Government says it has cleared an outstanding debt amounting to $850 million owed European airlines, the European Union (EU) said on Tuesday. Samuela Isopi, the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and the ECOWAS, disclosed this at the 9th edition of the Nigeria-EU business forum in Abuja. Isopi stressed that a key condition for any foreign investor is the ability…

“Know your limitations and don’t exceed them” is common advice for aviators. That statement is all well and good, so far as it goes. It generally encourages you, as the pilot, to do a good job of preparing for each flight and keep up your stockpile of skills by regular training and practice. In doing so, you’ve made sure you’re…

The weakening of the rupiah exchange rate against the United States (US) dollar has an impact on various sectors, including the aviation industry. The reason is, several components in the aviation industry use US dollars, one of which is aviation fuel. Therefore, the Association of Indonesian National Aviation Airlines (INACA) requested that the government through the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises…

The Yomiuri ShimbunA converted EV belt loader owned by ANA group company is seen in May in Ota Ward, Tokyo. The Yomiuri Shimbun 13:47 JST, July 2, 2024 With service vehicles said to account for nearly 10% of CO2 emissions from airports, efforts to decarbonize airports are increasingly underway. Currently, about 13,000 airport service vehicles are in operation across the…

The CEO of Singapore Airlines, Goh Choon Phong, saw a significant spike in his earnings following the carrier reporting record profits in 2023.   According to Bloomberg, the Singapore Airlines boss recorded a 21% increase in his salary for the last financial year compared to 2022.   The news outlet said that Phong pocketed a healthy SG8.11 million ($6 million) after he…

EVE Air Mobility, Embraer’s Nasdaq-listed eVTOL subsidiary, has announced it has raised $94 million in new equity financing. The deal will involve the private placement of 23.5 million new shares of common stock valued at US$4 per share as well as the exchange of some warrants for shares and the issuance of new warrants. The new shares are issued at…

Safety begins at the board level The researchers note that researching airline safety records can be challenging. First, there are (fortunately) relatively few accidents to study. Second, data on airline governance and financial health, especially in an international context, requires tedious collection. For this study, the researchers looked at an international sample of accidents that occurred between 1950 and 2019….

For International Young Eagles Day, EAA Chapter 1682, led by Bill Wright, EAA 663877, was busy putting together the first Young Eagles rally at its local airport in Cleveland, Oklahoma. Glen Dresback, EAA 709722, and his wife Cynthia Dresback, EAA 1587696, were influential in orchestrating the event and they were able to produce an amazing turnout. Chapter 1682 hosted a…

Recent days have seen significant disruptions to European air travel due to a confluence of severe weather events. These weather patterns have overwhelmed air traffic control (ATC) authorities and Eurocontrol. This has led to widespread delays and cancellations across the airline industry. These challenges are impacting Wizz Air, as well as many other airlines across Europe. Wizz Air Shares the…

Home » AIRLINE NEWS » This July, New Airline Routes from Qantas, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways, Avianca, Saudia to Boost Global Travel And Tourism Industry Monday, July 1, 2024 Reading Time: 10 minutes July heralds a significant boost to the travel and tourism industry as new airline routes are unveiled, promising to enhance global connectivity and stimulate economic growth….

Victor Pody shot these Qantas and Virgin 737-800s. A new report by INFORM Australia and YouGov has revealed that while the Australian aviation industry is slightly behind on the uptake of artificial intelligence technologies, it is nonetheless more prepared to deploy AI. According to the AI Readiness in Australian Organisations study, 74 per cent of aviation companies are already taking advantage of…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The airline industry is not for the faint of heart. Margins can be slim and external shocks like the COVID-19 pandemic or gas price fluctuations can be disruptive. And mishaps always balloon in the public imagination, fairly or not. The aviation sector is also among the most tightly regulated industries, with strict standards in place governing…