Japan Airlines’ (JAL) eVTOL subsidiary, Soracle Corporation, is aiming to begin test flights using Archer Aviation’s Midnight platform over Osaka Bay in 2026.
The partnership is planning a 76- to 100-seat aircraft designed for significant advantages over today’s regional aircraft through increased energy efficiency.
Japan Airlines (JAL) is seeing a strong rise in Japanese outbound travel this year, and inbound demand from mainland China is also on an upward trajectory.
Japan Airlines (JAL) is adding another 17 aircraft to its order for Boeing 737-8s and has also revealed plans to transfer 10 787-9s to group subsidiary Zipair.
Airbus deliveries were off to a slow start in January after the manufacturer had pushed out as many aircraft as possible to customers in December 2024.
A Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 with drag-reducing riblet paint over most of the fuselage is expected to enter service on international flights in mid-January.
Japanese investigators say the misinterpretation of an air traffic controller's instructions was a key factor behind the fatal Jan. 2, 2024, runway collision.
Japan Airlines has concluded a pilot program using artificial intelligence to prevent potential overcrowding of carry-on baggage in the aircraft cabin.
Japan Airlines is considering orders for regional jets next year, as the flag carrier continues its fleet modernization program with more jet deliveries.
