Safety, Ops & Regulation

EasyJet CEO Johan Lundgren has voiced interest in operating from London Heathrow Airport, but the LCC would need enough slots to create a sizable operation.

NTSB says incorrect runway-condition assumptions appear to have played a role in a United Airlines 737-8 runway excursion on March 8 in Houston.

The carrier expects additional compensation for the disruption set off by the Jan. 5 737-9 door plug blowout, “the complete terms of which are confidential.”

Spending is forecast to surge amid a renewed focus on the importance of rigorous adherence to aircraft assembly, testing, and maintenance procedures.

President of the Nigerian Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), Abayomi Agoro, has called on aviation authorities across west Africa to prioritise air traffic control operations in decision making and give improved attention to air navigation and safety systems.

Global Crossing Airlines has gained approval from the U.S. DOT to increase its fleet to 20 aircraft, up from the 16 it is currently authorized to operate.

Demonstrators built under Clean Sky 2, the project’s predecessor, were exhibited at the annual forum as a source of motivation.

Finland's Traficom said Russian ownership and control of the leisure airline means operations would not be permissible under the EU sanctions regulation.

The Malaysian Aviation Commission flagged the potential lack of aircraft capacity in the market, which could stem an otherwise rapid post-pandemic recovery.

Dnata has been awarded a multi-year contract by Etihad Airways in the USA.

Overcoming culture-related stigma represents the largest barrier in improving how pilot and air traffic controller mental health issues are reported and managed

Emirates has achieved a Certified Autism Centre Designation for all of its Dubai check in facilities.

Certification now paves the way for deliveries to commence.

Airlines for Europe (A4E) had used their recent annual summit to call for more regulatory support in the region for SAF production.

The new executive director of EASA plans to focus on digitalization and modernization once he assumes his post on April 1.

The airport’s recently opened Rapid Exit Taxiway allows arriving aircraft to leave the single main runway at a more optimal point after touchdown.

As they seek antitrust clearance for their pending merger, a waiting period for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines may last for up to 90 days.

Put simply, saving 20% of fuel per flight is redundant if, simultaneously, total flights increase by 20%.

Listen in to this exclusive interview with Allegiant Air President Greg Anderson, recorded live at Routes Americas 2024 in Bogotá.

While preventing individuals from committing fraud is a high bar, the ASCIC is confident that it can help strengthen parts distribution protocols.

JetSmart is ready to expand its operations in Argentina if the country’s new government follows through on rhetoric to further liberalize the aviation sector.

Saudia, represented by the AlFursan loyalty programme, has signed an MoU with the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA).

Firsthand experience is giving Avianca’s CEO Frederico Pedreira confidence in GOL’s ability to successfully navigate the Chapter 11 process.

Brazil’s government has launched a pilot program designed to increase the number of seats and international flights to the country.

The EC has set a one-month deadline in a month for the parties to submit remedies that could ease their concerns.