Air Transport

Air New Zealand will acquire 30 million liters of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Neste, or 1.6% of the airline’s total fuel supply for fiscal 2025.

The first flights to be operated at Syrian airports since the revolution that overthrew the Assad regime have taken place.

Air Congo has launched operations with two Boeing 737-800s serving domestic markets, starting with seven airports within the DRC.

Lessor Dubai Aerospace Enterprise has received a further tranche of funds relating to aircraft over which it lost control following Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Japan has set an ambitious target of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. Would hybrid-electric or hydrogen-powered regional airliners make a dent in its domestic aviation carbon emissions?

Seven of the top 10 busiest international airline routes in 2024 are in the Asia-Pacific region, with Hong Kong-Taipei reclaiming the top spot.

Korean Air has exercised options to acquire six more Airbus A321neos.

Ethiopian Airlines has partnered with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for the establishment of Air Congo.

Air Europa anticipates the growth trend will continue in 2025, when it is planning to take delivery of three new Boeing 787s and its first 737 MAX.

Johannes Bussmann will become CEO of MTU Aero Engines in 2025 succeeding Lars Wagner.

Despite international contentions, production delays and unmet sustainability targets, the industry is set for growth.

Digital ID documents and digital travel credentials (DTC) are key to dealing with growing air passenger numbers and help to ensure a seamless travel experience.

Demand for air travel remains strong, but airlines’ battles with suppliers over delivery delays and engine limitations are about to escalate further.

The agency administrator has timed his resignation to coincide with President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration day.

Aviation Week's Routes 360 Headlines on Wednesday 18 December 2024 covers the latest notable developments and key insights from Routes 360 members.

The FBI has received more than 5,000 reported drone sightings over the past few weeks, with about 100 leads generated.