Aviation Daily

A preliminary NTSB report on the March 22 fatal collision at LaGuardia adds details to the accident sequence but little new insight into the breakdowns that set it up.

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom “looks forward to doing more with Alaska going forward” but is not confirming immediate changes to their existing relationship.

JetBlue signed agreements at MRO Americas covering drone-based aircraft inspections, component maintenance, predictive analytics and cockpit upgrades.

The Southern African nations of Botswana and Namibia plan to establish a joint national airline, according to Botswana’s government.

As EU policy measures aim to alleviate war-related fuel price pressure on the industry, discussions over another area of air transport rules—passenger rights—rumble on.

ACSS, Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services and Innovative Aerosystems will partner to develop an ADS-B In retrofit package for the Boeing 757 and 767.

The U.S. Treasury Department has designated additional aircraft, organizations and individuals connected to Iran’s Mahan Air for sanctions.

China’s Shaphargroup has selected Honeywell UOP’s Ecofining process technology for a planned facility to produce sustainable aviation fuel in Rotterdam.

Nigeria’s federal government is considering debt relief measures as domestic airlines struggle with the Jet A1 fuel crisis that has threatened flight operations

Wizz Air has no plans to reduce capacity in the coming weeks, even as fuel prices soar and other industry players voice concerns about a possible fuel shortage.

Airbus has completed the first main deck cargo door for the A350F, the widebody’s freighter variant it plans to fly in 2026.

ITP Aero is further expanding its Pratt & Whitney GTF aftermarket position with new component repair capabilities related to two variants of the engine family.

In his first interview since the latest Gulf crisis began, Emirates President Tim Clark was bullish on his airline's recovery prospects.

CFM International will deliver more than 2,000 Leap engines in 2026, against a backdrop of increasing raw material prices and sustained demand.

China Express Airlines is reallocating proceeds from a prior capital raise so that it can buy more Comac C909 regional jets.

The global average jet fuel price fell 6.7% last week to $184.63/bbl, compared to $197.83/bbl the previous week.

Aeromexico is working closely with its joint venture partner Delta Air Lines to ensure it has access to fuel on long-haul international routes.

Boeing provided a distinctively upbeat outlook for its finances, with its CFO setting expectations of “significant growth beyond” $10 billion in annual free cash flow next decade.

Boeing says certification of the 737-7 and -10 is in its final phases and remains on track for later this year but first deliveries will not begin until 2027.

United CEO Scott Kirby is unconcerned that a potential government bailout for Spirit Airlines will affect top legacy carriers.

The lack of regulatory requirements for airlines to carry personal motorized wheelchairs in the cabin leaves ample room for the air transport industry to drag its feet when it comes to accommodating the needs of all passengers.

In a bid to help the European aviation sector deal with the fuel crisis stemming from the Middle East conflict, the EC is taking steps to ensure operators have access to jet fuel.

Lufthansa is advancing the integrated planning of the group’s short-haul networks to mitigate the effects of the closure of Lufthansa CityLine.

Finnair CEO Turkka Kuusisto said the airline is in a solid position in terms of fuel supply as well as its hedging position for the upcoming months.

Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways have increased their fuel surcharges and have tweaked their formulas for determining the surcharge levels.