Air Transport

Frontier Airlines has entered into previously announced early termination and lease agreements for Airbus A320-family aircraft to maintain a certain level of capacity.

A GAO study says the FAA should examine letting students at uncertified institutions take the general written knowledge test to become a certified aviation mechanic.

The UK is negotiating with the European Union about linking their Emissions Trading Systems, both of which include aviation.

JetBlue expects to debut its new domestic first class later this year, planning to outfit its Airbus A220 and A320-family aircraft with 12-16 BlueFirst seats.

S7 Airlines, Russia’s largest private carrier, disclosed in a company report that it had begun repairs of General Electric CF34 turbofan engines in 2025.

Air New Zealand has praised its staff's work with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney for returning to service most of its grounded aircraft.

The Nashville International Airport could have a new name to honor the late Dolly Parton, who became synonymous with the spirit of the Volunteer State.

The FAA issued a Part 139 airport operating certificate to Washington Manassas Airport in Virginia, which expects to offer scheduled service by late 2027.

Lufthansa Technik remains a key property in Lufthansa Group's portfolio, but the German conglomerate has not ruled out seeking an equity partnership.

TAP completes restructuring and launches a decade-long strategy while facing fuel costs, maintenance pressures and Lisbon constraints.

German defense electronics specialist Hensoldt has signed an agreement with ePlane to provide a suite of avionics systems to the Indian startup’s e200X eVTOL aircraft.

Southeast Asia’s first A220 full-flight simulator will reside at Airbus' Asia Training Center in Singapore as the manufacturer prepares to support a larger fleet in the region.

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air and United Airlines are behind some of the more eye-catching route additions in September.

Garuda Indonesia and Saudia plan to launch a joint business in 2027, having formally started the regulatory process to allow for commercial activity coordination, including flight network integration.

United Airlines and American Airlines have each detailed international plans for their Airbus A321XLRs next year.

JetZero secures $100 million loan to advance its BWB demonstrator and build a manufacturing campus in North Carolina, targeting first flight in 2027.

Given JetBlue’s elusive profitability and apparent challenges facing Icahn Enterprises, perhaps Carl Icahn concluded that now is the right time to cut his exposure.

Ryanair’s use of Boeing 737 airstairs prompts safety concerns as studies reveal higher fall rates, leading to calls for redesigns and operational changes.

In line with Aviation Week’s AeroEngines Europe event in Lisbon this week, the Carbon Analysis turns its attention to some popular narrowbody engine types.

Air Moana seeks $19.7 million to expand its fleet and operations as it transitions to ATR 72-600 XTs and reduces reliance on operating leases.

Wizz Air eyes Tarom’s domestic routes in Romania, aligning with its growth strategy as it expands capacity and market share across Europe.

China’s state-owned airlines face mounting losses from fuel costs, while Spring Airlines stays profitable through efficiency and cost controls.

With traffic expected to continue to grow in Europe, air navigation service providers are taking steps to increase capacity while curbing environmental impact.

FAA launches Beyond Phase 2, expanding partnerships to address challenges preventing routine BVLOS drone operations nationwide.

Delhi’s new Noida International Airport, which launched operations on June 15, is facing airline connectivity challenges during its ramp-up phase.