airBaltic

By Nigel Mayes
Routes analyzes some of the services returning as well as new routes being launched. This week we look at ZIPAIR Tokyo’s second passenger service; the latest connection planned between Seattle and London Heathrow; and a new leisure destination joining airBaltic’s network.
Airports & Networks

By Ellie Wells
Chief executives from some of the world’s leading airlines will be in attendance at Routes Reconnected to discuss the long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on their business models and how they intend to rebuild passenger demand.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
A weekly round-up of the latest news from the aviation industry as airlines and airports seek to recover from the COVID-19 crisis.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Hungary’s Wizz Air has reinstated a second aircraft at its Riga base, reversing a decision to downsize operations in the Latvian capital.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Latvian airline airBaltic is restoring a direct seasonal route to Greek island Rhodes.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
The flag-carriers of Iceland and Latvia have signed an agreement that opens new markets for both airlines.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Latvia's airBaltic expects to increase its route network next summer by one fifth.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Charting the resurgence of air transport in markets around the word, Routes looks at the easing of travel restrictions in Iceland.
Airports & Networks

By Nigel Mayes
With COVID-19 travel restrictions easing in parts of the world, airlines are gradually rebuilding their networks. Routes analyzes some of the services returning as well as new routes being launched. This week: airBaltic’s new route to Dublin; Air New Zealand resuming flights to Tokyo; and Luxair re-entering a market it last served in 2007.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Latvian carrier airBaltic has announced further deep cuts to capacity over the next six months, as well as delaying the launch of all new routes planned for the summer 2020 season.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Latvian carrier airBaltic is considering opening four bases in Scandinavia if it decides to convert 30 Airbus A220 options into a firm order.
Airports & Networks

By Kimberley Hall
Routes Europe, the route development forum for Europe, will this April gather senior decision-makers in Bergen, Norway, to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing the aviation industry.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Latvian airline airBaltic is adding a sixth destination in Russia with service between its home hub in Riga and Yekaterinburg.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
As 2019 draws to a close, Routesonline revisits some of the biggest stories making the headlines. Part one of our review looks at the first six months of the year, featuring Thai Lion Air, Air Transat, airBaltic, Qantas, Jet Airways and more.
Airports & Networks

By Nigel Mayes
This week: airBaltic expands from Riga base; LOT Polish Airlines plans sixth US destination; and Indian low-cost carrier GoAir to fly to Singapore.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Europe's airline industry is ripe for further consolidation although it will not be on the same scale as in the US, according to airBaltic’s chief executive.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
We profile airBaltic, the flag carrier of Latvia and attendee at World Routes 2019.
Airports & Networks

By Rachel Pickford
The innovative scheme will enable junior members of the community to gain unprecedented exposure to the world of route development.
Airports & Networks

By Wesley Charnock
airBaltic is one of Europe’s fastest-growing carriers, with a stated goal of reaching 15 million passengers by 2025. Ahead of his keynote address at World Routes 2019, CEO Martin Gauss outlined its plans to develop a network which spans from its heartland in the Baltics to new airports and bases across Europe.
Airports & Networks

By Rachel Pickford
Delegates attending the global route development forum in September will hear from the CEOs of Tigerair Australia, airBaltic, Saudi Arabian Airlines and more.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Tallinn Airport in Estonia will remain a key focus for airBaltic this year as the airline prepares to grow its fleet by up to 80 A220-300 aircraft by 2024.
Airports & Networks

By Rachel Pickford
The region’s largest route development forum will provide attendees with unmatched insight into the critical drivers shaping the future position of several leading airlines.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
The 45th ATW Airline Industry Achievement Awards took place in New York this week, honouring a number of industry leaders.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
We profile Air Baltic, the flag carrier of Latvia and Routes Europe 2019 attendee.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
This week: airBaltic to accelerate fleet transition; Juneyao Airlines applies to serve Cairo; domestic market boosts Qantas and more.
Airports & Networks