Airlines & Lessors

A primary data circuit failure and a severed backup fiber cable triggered ground stops at New York-area airports on Sept. 21, officials confirm.

The SMART system, an AI-enabled, cloud-based ATM software platform, is being used in a “limited mode” to provide scheduling recommendations for the airspace around Washington, D.C.

Viasat completes its ViaSat-3 constellation, tripling satellite bandwidth and expanding inflight connectivity across the Americas.

India and Vietnam agree to double air service capacity, reflecting strong growth in flights, passenger traffic and cargo between the two countries.

VIG Partners seeks a 70% stake in Air Premia, aiming to consolidate it with Eastar Jet to create a complementary network of short- and long-haul services.

Korean Air's current efficiency is weighed against how the airline's newly confirmed order will support its carbon-reduction goals.

Jambojet plans to finalize a 10-year network strategy, expand its fleet and explore jet aircraft options while focusing on regional growth and efficiency.

Major U.S. airlines are opposing Air China’s additional flights to New York and Washington, arguing the services could let Chinese carriers exceed U.S.-China capacity limits.

The BEA has released an update on its probe into a nighttime near collision involving a Nouvelair Airbus A320 that attempted to land on the wrong runway at Nice airport last year.

Japan Airlines has signed a purchase agreement for CO₂ removal credits with Climeworks Solutions, which the companies say is the first such deal in the aviation sector.

Abra Group's chief procurement officer discusses the airline group's cabin strategy, from maintaining accessible base products to launching premium suites.

Air Canada adjusts capacity and pricing to offset high fuel costs while expanding premium offerings and stabilizing transborder traffic.

Zimbabwe considers listing Air Zimbabwe on stock exchanges to raise funds for its struggling national carrier and boost tourism.

Doug Parker reflects on leadership lessons, resilience and the pivotal moments that shaped his career in the airline industry.

India’s lack of an engine registry raises costs for airlines as lessors face legal risks retrieving spare engines during defaults or bankruptcies.

Air France results from a large-scale trial aimed at preventing contrail formation conclude that flight operations can incorporate such measures.

AirAsia cofounder Tony Fernandes says the liquidity pressure felt by the LCC caused by the Middle East crisis is beginning to ease and that it is close to securing a major financing deal.

Former EasyJet CEO Johan Lundgren will chair TUI AG’s supervisory board from early next year.

Lufthansa Group firms options for 20 Boeing 737-10s, marking its first order for the type, which will gradually replace older Airbus A320 family aircraft across its portfolio of airlines.

Asky Airlines plans to expand its fleet to 30 aircraft, launch intercontinental routes and build a $100 million MRO facility in Togo's capital Lome by 2028.

Japan’s tourism slows as Chinese visitor numbers drop sharply, but South Korea becomes its top market with surging airline capacity on key routes.

Wizz Air trims second half capacity by 5% due to fuel price and geopolitical volatility, while setting ambitious 2030 revenue and fleet growth targets.

Red Sea Airlines plans to lease two Boeing 737 MAX 8s as part of its fleet expansion, aiming to grow its network and support Egypt’s tourism sector.

Aegean Airlines targets winter travel demand between France and Greece while managing high fuel costs and expanding its Athens hub with new routes.

IATA’s ninth director general, Saadia Zahidi, will take up the role on Nov. 1.