Aviation Daily

U.S. lawmakers battling over proposals to expand use of aircraft surveillance and anti-collision systems moved closer together.

As recent months have demonstrated, the long-term prospects for alternative sources of energy for aviation have spurred a flow of innovation.

Pending summer flight caps for Chicago O’Hare International have been finalized, representing a 12% reduction from planned levels.

The financial impact on airlines and potential shortages of jet fuel at some airports are likely to persist for months.

Fuel suppliers, airlines, airports and governments should coordinate more closely so they are better aware of oil shortages in time to make alternative plans.

Jet fuel shortages could lead to flight cancellations in Europe by the end of May, the head of the IATA said April 17.

Airlines and major transit hubs across Singapore, Hong Kong and South Korea reported double-digit traffic growth in March.

EASA has certified the Pratt & Whitney GTF Advantage powered version of the Airbus A320neo, clearing the way for entry into service later this year.

Israel's El Al will exercise its options for six 787-9s and expand its agreement with Boeing to include additional options to acquire up to six more 787s.

Russia’s Tupolev has unveiled its first widebody aircraft concept, the Tu-454; industry sources say, however, that it is not an active development program.

In March 2026, Airbus secured 331 firm aircraft orders, significantly outpacing Boeing and pulling ahead for the year to date.

Caynova is offering seat manufacturers the opportunity to integrate its Skyspa concept for heating, cooling, scenting, neck ventilation and massaging.

Edelweiss Air has adjusted its long-haul program, cutting two U.S. destinations from its network citing rising fuel prices as well as reduced demand for the services.

As fuel costs spike and its reorganization plan weathers scrutiny, Spirit Airlines is again facing questions about its ability to emerge from Chapter 11 as a going concern.

The steep increase in oil prices since the war between the U.S., Israel and Iran began is even more acute for airlines, which are seeing costs of jet fuel increase from around $90 per barrel (p/b) to between $180 and $220 p/b.

VietJet Air has signed a lease agreement with SPDB Financial Leasing for 10 Comac C909 aircraft, expanding its fleet of Chinese-built jets to 12.

Gulf carriers are facing up to the reality that the war in Iran is threatening the attractiveness of their region as a tourist destination.

Lufthansa Group is making major fleet cutbacks to deal with both the sharp rise in fuel costs and prolonged and bitter disputes with pilot and cabin crew unions.

South Sudan is moving closer to a bilateral Air Service Agreement (ASA) with Ethiopia following high-level discussions.

Regional turboprop manufacturer ATR has named Damien Proust SVP of engineering and head of design organization, the Toulouse-based company.

Spanish company Neotex was on hand at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) with a demonstration video showcasing its direct-dyed carpets for airliner cabins.

Hunnu Air is planning to introduce Airbus narrowbody and widebody aircraft as part of a push into the European market.

EasyJet expects to report a headline loss before tax of between £540 million ($732 million) and £560 million for the first half of its 2026 financial year.

At AIX, Diehl Aviation is showcasing an improved version of the lav it has been designing for better accessibility, focusing on visual and hearing impairments.

Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines have new approval from the U.S. Transportation Department for their merger and now expect the deal to close as early as May 13.