Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Adrian Schofield
Cathay Pacific shareholders have approved a deal to buy back Qatar Airways’ stake in Cathay.
Airlines & Lessors

By Christine Boynton
Spirit is requesting bankruptcy court approval for the sale of 20 A320 family aircraft as it seeks a competitive process “to obtain the best possible price.”
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
London Heathrow’s plans for a third runway, along with the regulatory basis that underpins it, remain the only viable option, the airport’s CEO said.
Airports & Networks

By Thierry Dubois
An incident involving a Hop!-operated Embraer E170 at Toulouse Airport on May 11, 2024, prompted inspection of the entire fleet and ensuing part replacements.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Thierry Dubois
Avinor has begun trials in which a single aerodrome flight information service officer handles more than one airport, relying on remote operations systems.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Kurt Hofmann
Finnair's CEO says the carrier has proved it can operate a profitable network, despite geopolitical constraints, as it prioritizes growth in Europe and Asia.
Airlines & Lessors

By Steve Trimble, Christine Boynton
Federal officials said a “cartel drone incursion” was the cause behind an FAA order that sought to ground all commercial and general aviation flights over El Paso airspace for 10 days, a narrative some lawmakers say demands more explanation.
Airports & Networks

By Thierry Dubois
As Airbus and Boeing prepare next-generation narrowbody aircraft, they are focusing on drastically cutting fuel consumption. A new deicing method may assist.
Emerging Technologies

By Helen Massy-Beresford
European airlines and airports are concerned the new Entry/Exit System border control set-up will cause severe disruptions over the peak summer months.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Adrian Schofield
IndiGo has confirmed to India’s regulator that it will be able to adhere to flight and duty time rules following the expiration of waivers it was granted.
Airlines & Lessors

By Steve Trimble, Christine Boynton
The FAA has reversed an order that to ground all commercial and general aviation flights from El Paso, Texas, for 10 days starting on Feb. 10.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By David Casey
El Al Israel Airlines is adding nine destinations to its network, including three new long-haul routes to Asia.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Airlines are scaling back or suspending service to Cuba after the government warned that aviation fuel will be unavailable at the country’s airports for at least a month.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Ireland’s government has taken its first formal legislative step toward lifting the long-running passenger cap at Dublin Airport.
Airports & Networks

By Thierry Dubois, Helen Massy-Beresford
A growing number of reports from academic and nongovernmental organizations indicates that aviation is falling short of its decarbonization targets.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Thierry Dubois
Cursory cross-checks by the crew caused the tailstrike of a departing Boeing 777-300ER operated by LATAM at Milan Malpensa airport on July 9, 2024.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Kurt Hofmann
Saudi LCC flynas has launched flynas Syria, a subsidiary LCC that will be built as a joint venture with the Syrian General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).
Airlines & Lessors

By Graham Warwick
The integration of new types of aircraft into Europe’s airspace is the subject of projects launched by the EU SESAR 3 ATM modernization research programs.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Graham Warwick
Public charter carrier JSX is eyeing a bold move—adding startup Electra.aero’s EL9 Ultra Short to its fleet once the hybrid-electric STOL aircraft is certified.
Airlines & Lessors

By Kurt Hofmann
The Slovak government's reduction of air traffic control fees and airports charges has created a boon for Bratislava Airport.
Airports & Networks

By Lori Ranson
Canadians' reluctance to travel to the U.S. is steadfast a year after the Trump administration began stoking geopolitical tensions between the two neighbors.
Airlines & Lessors

By Thierry Dubois
Eurocontrol has been chosen to lead six projects aimed at greening and digitalizing air transport.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Alan Dron
The UK's DfT says a carbon labeling system for flights to enable consumers to make more informed choices about sustainable flying should be implemented.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Chen Chuanren
Given the Asia-Pacific region’s fragmented airspace structure, Thales observes growing interest among ANSPs in seamless data sharing across flight information regions.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Sean Broderick
A complex investigation yields 50 recommendations, led by urging the FAA to change how aircraft receive traffic data and alert pilots to collision risks.
Safety, Ops & Regulation