Wednesday, May 15, 2024
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Airline
By Len Varley 5 Min Read

Avion Express Brasil Moves Closer to AOC Approval

Aiming to capitalize on the lucrative Latin America ACMI market, Avion Express Brasil is nearing the final stage of the AOC approval process.

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Commercial Aviation

A Challenge Group Boeing 747 freighter is loaded at Liège Airport.
Airline

Challenge Group Launches New Dubai Freighter Service

Challenge Group launches a new B747F freighter service connecting Liège (LGG) and Dubai World Central (DWC) with a Tel Aviv (TLV) stopover.

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
Render of a Fokker Next Gen turboprop aircraft in flight.
Airline

airBaltic Firms Partnership with Fokker Next Gen for Hydrogen Aircraft

airBaltic has partnered with aircraft designer Fokker Next Gen via an MoU, which will see them develop a new hydrogen-powered regional aircraft.

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
Two new flynas Airbus A320neos parked together on the ramp.
Airline

flynas Reports Record Growth in Q1 2024

Saudi LCC flynas reported strong growth in Q1 2024, with a notable rise in passenger numbers of 51% over the comparable period in 2023.

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
Ascend Airways staff with aircraft on tarmac.
Airline

Ascend Airways Operates First Revenue Flight

New UK startup ACMI charter operator Ascend Airways, part of the Avia Solutions Group stable, has now completed its first revenue flight.

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
4 Lufthansa Group in special 'Yes to Europe' livery parked together.
Airline

Lufthansa Group ‘Yes to Europe’ Aircraft Meet in Brussels

Lufthansa Group's 4 special livery 'Yes to Europe' aircraft converged at a ceremony in Brussels on 13 May to promote a strong and free Europe

By Len Varley 3 Min Read
A Qantas A330 on the taxiway.
Airline

Qantas to Suspend Shanghai Flights Amid Low Demand

Having restored the service in October last year, Qantas now plans to suspend its Sydney to Shanghai flights amid lower than expected demand.

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
Airline staff with HK Express aircraft.
Airline

HK Express Inaugurates New Hong Kong-Sanya Route

Sanya marks HK Express' second mainland China destination launch in 2024, following the successful Beijing Daxing route opening in March.

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
A line-up of parked AirAsia Airbus A320s.
Airline

AirAsia Capital A Soars Towards Sustainability Goals in 2023

AirAsia parent group Capital A Capital A has now returned its anchor airline operations to near pre-pandemic fuel and carbon efficiency.

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
An Emirates Airbus A380 with tow vehicle.
Airline

Emirates Group Reports Record 2023-24 Profits Amid Strong Demand

The Emirates group has released its FY2023-24 performance, achieving a record profit of US$5.1 billion - up 71% from last financial year.

By Len Varley 6 Min Read
Airline

Etihad Airways Posts Record Profit for Q1 2024

Etihad Airways has opened the year strongly, with its Q1 2024 earnings matching the airline's entire 2023 net income.

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
An Air Côte d'Ivoire Airbus A320 on the tarmac.
Airline

Air Côte d’Ivoire Furthers Regional Expansion Plans

National carrier Air Côte d'Ivoire has received a financial boost to further its growth plans, with a recent investment by South Africa Investec

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
The Top 10 Largest Airlines in the World by Brand Value
Airline

The Top 10 Largest Airlines in the World by Brand Value

The airline industry is a dynamic and competitive landscape, where comfort, convenience, and customer experience reign supreme. Here are the top 10 largest airlines in the world by brand value.…

By AviationSource News 6 Min Read
Largest Airlines in the World by Fleet Size: IndiGo
Airline

Largest Airlines in the World by Fleet Size: IndiGo

IndiGo, with its vibrant livery and courteous service, has become synonymous with Indian aviation in the 21st century. But the story of this low-cost carrier is one of calculated risks,…

By AviationSource News 5 Min Read
Largest Airlines in the World by Fleet Size: Turkish Airlines
Airline

Largest Airlines in the World by Fleet Size: Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines, a global aviation giant known for its extensive network and award-winning service, boasts a rich history that mirrors the development of modern Turkey. From its humble beginnings with…

By AviationSource News 6 Min Read
Largest Airlines in the World by Fleet Size: Air China
Airline

Largest Airlines in the World by Fleet Size: Air China

Air China, a global giant in the aviation industry, boasts a rich history intertwined with China's economic rise. Established in 1988, the airline traces its roots back to a singular…

By AviationSource News 5 Min Read

Travel & Airshow

A passenger atands in front of an airport arrivals and departures screen.
Travel

Travelers Seek More Engagement With Airports: AX24 Survey

Travel trends are changing and travelers are now seeking more from their engagement with airports,…

By AviationSource News 11 Min Read
Aircraft lined up on a busy airport taxiway.
Travel

Philippines Tourism Industry Boom: Over 2 Million Visitors and Counting

Air travel and tourism is booming in the Philippines, with foreign tourism leading a surge…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
A passenger in an airport terminal watches an aircraft take off.
Travel

‘TikTokation’: How Social Media is Shaping Travel Decisions

Taking a 'TikTokation': A recent survey reveals Millennials and Generation Z’s travels are now likely…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
Spain Air Passengers Near 20m In First-Quarter of 2024
Travel

Spain Air Passengers Near 20m In First-Quarter of 2024

The travel body for the government in Spain has revealed this week that air passenger…

By James Field 3 Min Read
A RAF Typhoon Display Team aircraft in D-Day invasion stripes.
Airshow

RAF Typhoon Team Mark D-Day with Specially Painted Aircraft

The RAF Typhoon Display Team will field an aircraft painted in 1944 day fighter livery…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
View of Earth showing North America in shadow during solar eclipse.
Travel

Solar Eclipse Fuels Travel Boom: A Look at Shifting Travel Patterns

Surges in domestic flight bookings during the recent solar eclipse demonstrated the immensity of public…

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
A Croatia Airlines Airbus taking off.
Travel

Croatia Prepares for Record Number of Summer Flights

Croatia's tourism appeal is on the rise, with around 70 airlines offering an impressive 517…

By Len Varley 4 Min Read
A passenger in an airport terminal watches an aircraft take off.
Travel

Stuck in the Middle: Navigating Flight Delays and Cancellations

Unpredictable flight delays and cancellations can become a nightmare for the unprepared. We look at…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read

Emergencies & Incident Reports

Emergency

United Airlines 787 Singapore-San Francisco Declares Emergency

United Airlines flight UA28, a Boeing 787-9 bound for San Francisco, has declared an emergency and is currently returning to…

By Len Varley
Incident

easyJet A320 Sustains Lightning Strike Near Manchester

easyJet flight U22179, an Airbus A320-200 bound for Amsterdam (AMS), suffered a…

By Len Varley
Incident

XE Jet ERJ-145 Runway Excursion in Lagos

An XE Jet Embraer ERJ-145 operating from Abuja veered off the runway…

By Len Varley
Malaysia Airlines A350 Tokyo-Kuala Lumpur Suffers Engine Failure
Incident

Malaysia Airlines A350 Tokyo-Kuala Lumpur Suffers Engine Failure

Over the weekend, a Malaysia Airlines Airbus A350 bound for Kuala Lumpur…

By James Field
Incident

KLM 737-900 Experiences Flaps Issue on Landing at Munich

KLM flight KM1859, a Boeing 737-900 inbound from Amsterdam, executed a go-around…

By Len Varley
Incident

Air France 777 Los Angeles-Paris Diverts to Montreal Due Smoke Odor

Air France flight AF21, a Boeing 777-200ER from Los Angeles to Paris,…

By Len Varley

General Aviation

Close-up of Avion Express Brasil jet engine nacelle.
Airline

Avion Express Brasil Moves Closer to AOC Approval

Aiming to capitalize on the lucrative Latin America ACMI market, Avion Express Brasil is nearing the final stage of the…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read

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Commercial Aviation

Close-up of Avion Express Brasil jet engine nacelle.
Airline

Avion Express Brasil Moves Closer to AOC Approval

Aiming to capitalize on the lucrative Latin America ACMI market, Avion Express Brasil is nearing the final stage of the…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read

Travel & Airshow

A passenger atands in front of an airport arrivals and departures screen.
Travel

Travelers Seek More Engagement With Airports: AX24 Survey

Travel trends are changing and travelers are now seeking more from their engagement with airports,…

By AviationSource News 11 Min Read
Aircraft lined up on a busy airport taxiway.
Travel

Philippines Tourism Industry Boom: Over 2 Million Visitors and Counting

Air travel and tourism is booming in the Philippines, with foreign tourism leading a surge…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
A passenger in an airport terminal watches an aircraft take off.
Travel

‘TikTokation’: How Social Media is Shaping Travel Decisions

Taking a 'TikTokation': A recent survey reveals Millennials and Generation Z’s travels are now likely…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
Spain Air Passengers Near 20m In First-Quarter of 2024
Travel

Spain Air Passengers Near 20m In First-Quarter of 2024

The travel body for the government in Spain has revealed this week that air passenger…

By James Field 3 Min Read
A RAF Typhoon Display Team aircraft in D-Day invasion stripes.
Airshow

RAF Typhoon Team Mark D-Day with Specially Painted Aircraft

The RAF Typhoon Display Team will field an aircraft painted in 1944 day fighter livery…

By Len Varley 5 Min Read
View of Earth showing North America in shadow during solar eclipse.
Travel

Solar Eclipse Fuels Travel Boom: A Look at Shifting Travel Patterns

Surges in domestic flight bookings during the recent solar eclipse demonstrated the immensity of public…

By Len Varley 4 Min Read

Emergencies & Incidents

Incident

easyJet A320 Sustains Lightning Strike Near Manchester

easyJet flight U22179, an Airbus A320-200 bound for Amsterdam (AMS), suffered a lightning strike on the initial climb out of…

By Len Varley 2 Min Read

General Aviation

Close-up of Avion Express Brasil jet engine nacelle.
Airline

Avion Express Brasil Moves Closer to AOC Approval

Aiming to capitalize on the lucrative Latin America ACMI market, Avion Express Brasil is nearing the final stage of the…

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