Passenger traffic data from some of Europe’s leading carriers for Q4 2024 shows a mix of record-breaking figures for some while others remain below 2019 levels.
The fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024 saw record-high operating revenues for three of Europe’s major airline groups, with two reporting positive net results.
Lufthansa plans to operate up to nine Boeing 787-9s from 15 already completed 787s which are still awaiting U.S. certification of their business-class seats.
The EC said it had decided to close its interim measures antitrust proceedings against Lufthansa regarding Condor’s access to Frankfurt airport feed traffic.
Increased charges include a rise Germany’s aviation tax, additional air traffic control charges and additional costs related to sustainability efforts.
Ryanair Group CEO Michael O’Leary is confident the Irish ULCC will remain the largest airline in Italy, despite Lufthansa Group’s takeover of ITA Airways.
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.
Lufthansa Aviation Training CEO Matthias Spohr sees increasing demand for pilot training within the Lufthansa Group and in growth areas like Asia and Africa.
AirBaltic and SUA Líneas Aéreas signed a strategic partnership, where the Latvian carrier plans to wet-lease up to five Airbus A220-300s to Latin America.
Lufthansa Group has officially purchased a 41% stake in ITA with its capital infusion of €325 million, making the Italian carrier its fifth network airline.
