Air Transport

By Tony Osborne
Brazil, Bulgaria, Hungary and Poland are among countries that sent aircraft to Tel Aviv to rescue nationals after Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Helen Massy-Beresford
LOT, which welcomed its new CEO Michal Fijol in June, said it would target 16.9 million passengers in 2028, up nearly 70% from 10.3 million today.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
Malaysian LCC MYAirline is seeking a new CEO after its current leader stepped down.
Airlines & Lessors

By Jens Flottau
EasyJet has become the first airline to buy carbon credits from Airbus’ Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS) scheme.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
The 50th Airbus A220 recently rolled off the final assembly line at the OEM’s plant in Mobile – a notable milestone for the Alabama facility.
Small Narrowbody Jets

By Aaron Karp
Startup BermudAir recently added service to Florida to two northeast U.S. routes from Bermuda's L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA).
Airports & Networks

By Helen Massy-Beresford, Lori Ranson
Several major airlines have suspended flights to Israel's international gateway Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport after Hamas fighters launched attacks from Gaza.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Allied Air Cargo and Network Aviation Group are celebrating 25 years of partnership.
Air Transport

Air India has commissioned a warehouse facility in Delhi to facilitate storage of over 1,000,000 engineering spares.
MRO

Saudia and PepsiCo have signed an MoU that will collect recyclable material onboard Saudia flights and divert them from landfill, as part of a long-term sustainability plan.
Emerging Technologies

By David Casey
Jetstar Asia is continuing to rebuild its Chinese network with the addition of a new city.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
SkyTeam alliance member China Eastern Airlines is increasing connectivity to Auckland, Singapore, and Sydney.
Airports & Networks

By Chen Chuanren
Already under testing, SITA says expanding its OptiClimb aircraft-climb software to the cruise and descent phases will help airlines lower emissions.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Jens Flottau
As airlines scramble for capacity, lessors enjoy much higher rates and predict the good times are here to stay.
Airlines & Lessors

Sponsored By Intelsat
Blane Boynton, Intelsat's VP Product Development, discusses how new connectivity technology will improve the passenger experience and airline operations.
Air Transport

Prashantt Singh to Head of Sales-Southeast Asia and Indian Subcontinent of AFG Aviation Ireland, Dublin.

Air Transport

Matthew White to Vice President of Originations of Aquila Air Capital, Dublin.

Air Transport

ANADOLUJET took delivery of new GTF-powered A320neo (11333) on lease from BOC Aviation.

Air Transport

CARGOJET AIRWAYS, Canada purchased 757-200PCF (32392; ex-American) from AerSale; AVEX, LA modified aircraft.

Air Transport

LOT

LOT unveiled its strategy for 2024-2028 that includes expanding aircraft fleet from current 75 to 110 in 2028, increasing pax numbers by 70% to 16.9m, and upgrading widebody cabins. It plans to add nearly 20 new scheduled destinations.

Air Transport

VIVA AEROBUS plans in July to begin Miami-Monterrey/-Merida (A320/A321).

Air Transport

GLOBALX expects to receive its third A321F/11th A320-200 by end of October and its 12th A320-200 in mid-November.

Air Transport

By Christine Boynton
The trial challenging JetBlue Airways’ proposed acquisition of Spirit Airlines is delayed by one week; it will now kick off on Oct. 23
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Lori Ranson
United Airlines has the largest aircraft order book of the three large global network U.S. carriers.
Airlines & Lessors

By Christine Boynton
As U.S. airlines prepare to report third quarter (Q3) earnings, one revenue item to watch is the percentage of non-ticket related income.
Airlines & Lessors