Airlines & Lessors

Virgin Atlantic has firmed plans to launch a new route to Seoul using remedy slots gained through the merger of Korean Air and Asiana Airlines.

The U.S. has tentatively approved Israir Airlines’ application to resume service to the U.S., clearing a key regulatory hurdle for the Israeli carrier’s return.

U.S. carrier Avelo Airlines has pulled back from building up its new base at North Carolina's Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, dropping six routes.

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise’s leasing arm has secured another $282 million payout for aircraft that were previously leased to Russian airlines.

The cargo arms of International Airlines Group, Malaysia Aviation Group and Qatar Airways have announced their intent to form a joint global cargo business.

Thai Airways has signed a lease agreement with Hong Kong's CALC for nine Airbus A321neos, as the flag carrier grows its narrowbody fleet.

Coinciding with Aero-Engines Asia Pacific, Carbon Analysis considers the emissions of Air China, China Eastern, China Southern and Hainan Airlines.

United Airlines is seeing progress in its ongoing flight attendant contract negotiations.

Boeing 737-8 aircraft originally destined for China have been flown back to the U.S., as trade tensions continue to mount between Washington and Beijing.

Emirates SkyCargo will add Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to its scheduled freighter network in May with flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB).

While Lufthansa Technik sees riblet films as most suitable for older-generation widebodies, MicroTau targets the Airbus A320 narrowbody.

Riyadh Air CEO says the carrier plans to launch operations in the fourth quarter of 2025 and hopes to take delivery of two Boeing 787-9s by the end of the year.

A former Allegiant executive argues the carrier doesn’t need a regulatory nod for the partnership with ULCC Viva to launch service to Mexico.

Hawaiian Airlines flight attendants have ratified a three-year contract extension, as integration with Alaska Airlines continues.

SATA Air Açores Group’s long-awaited and ongoing privatization process is crucial for its future and the connectivity of the archipelago.

Saudia Cargo and China Cargo Airlines have signed a memorandum of understanding to create what the two freight carriers describe as a strategic alliance.

Malaysia Airlines is planning to ramp up its Australasian network in 2025 with an additional route and more frequencies.

Three years after the Dutch government first proposed a flight cap, plans for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol are still up in the air.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

Spirit Airlines has named Sun Country Airlines executive Dave Davis its new president and CEO.

The investigation looks into FAA’s response to a pair of 737 MAX bird strikes that triggered an engine failure-related safety device but also allowed smoke and fumes to enter the cabin and cockpit.

Despite having to cut back its schedule to reduce operational disruptions, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) reported its second consecutive annual profit in 2024.

Airlines can expect to see some immediate operational and efficiency gains from the new three-runway system (3RS) at Hong Kong International Airport.

Recently released results from China’s three largest airlines for 2024 reveal record-breaking traffic and high operational revenues but also net losses.

As it prepares for the next phase of its fleet renewal and expansion, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is launching three aircraft order campaigns in 2025.