Air Astana expands fleet with new Airbus A320neo
Kazhakstan’s Air Astana group recently took delivery of an Airbus A320neo, bringing its fleet up to 56 aircraft.
Drukair expands fleet with Airbus A320neo and A321XLR units
Drukair - Royal Bhutan Airlines, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Bhutan, recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for three A320neo and two A321XLR aircraft as…
Air Arabia Group opens vacancies for A320 first officers in Pakistan
Air Arabia Group announced on its official website the opening of vacancies for A320 first officers in Karachi, Pakistan.
Avolon orders 310 new engines to power A320neo family aircraft
Avolon, a global aviation finance company, announces orders for 310 new engines to power 155 Airbus A320neo family aircraft in its order book.
Vietnam Airlines augments fleet with Airbus A320neo
Vietnam Airlines received the first of three new Airbus A320neos, expanding its fleet in time for the height of summer travel.
Airbus secures THAI A320 cabin retrofit deal
Airbus has reached an agreement with Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) to retrofit its fleet of 20 A320ceo aircraft with reclining business class seats, marking the…
Thai Airways Installs Royal Silk Business Class Seats on A320s
Thai Airways has announced a series of upgrades and expansions as part of its ongoing rehabilitation plan. The airline confirmed installing Royal Silk business class
The post Thai Airways…
Fifth A320neo with the registration LZR lands at Austrian Airlines in Vienna
Austrian Airlines welcomes an early "New Year's baby" and receives another aircraft from the Airbus factory in Toulouse on the New Year's Eve weekend.
SriLankan Airlines boosts fleet with addition of Airbus A320 4R – ABS
SriLankan Airlines has added a newly leased Airbus A320 aircraft bearing the serial number 4R – ABS to the fleet bumping up its total aircraft count to 22.
Vistara welcomes its 50th A320neo
Vistara, India's finest full-service carrier and a joint venture between the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today, welcomed its 50th Airbus A320neo to its young, modern fleet.
Cathay Group orders 32 A320neo Family aircraft
Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has announced the purchase of an additional 32 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft as it continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet.
Avolon agrees sale and leaseback of nine Airbus A320neo family aircraft with the Cathay Group
Avolon has agreed the sale and leaseback of nine new Airbus A320neo family aircraft with the Cathay Group, a leading Asian airline group.
THAI operates flights to Yangon and Dhaka with Airbus A320
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) proceeds with the restructuring of business operation in aviation of the company and THAI Smile Airways.
Fourth A320neo landed at Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines has completed the fleet induction of its four Airbus A320neo aircraft. The remaining aircraft with the registration OE-LZP landed in Vienna at 08:15 p.m.
THAI welcomes A320 to its fleet
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) recently welcomed four Airbus A320 aircraft to its fleet in response to growing travel demand of customers.
India’s IndiGo places record order for 500 A320 Family aircraft
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has placed a firm order for 500 A320 Family aircraft, setting the record for the biggest single purchase agreement in the history of…
ITA Airways presents Airbus A320neo with new interiors
ITA Airways presented the Airbus A320neo with new interiors designed by Walter De Silva and inaugurated the new Hangar Lounge at the Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Fiumicino.
Go First inducts 55th Airbus A320neo aircraft
GO FIRST (formerly known as GoAir) today inducted 55th Airbus A320neo aircraft to its ever growing fleet of next generation aircraft.
easyJet to upgrade its Airbus A320 fleet with DPO
easyJet is to upgrade its A320 Family fleet with Airbus’ “Descent Profile Optimization” (DPO) – a fuel-saving enhancement to the aircraft’s on-board Flight Management System (FMS)…
Airbus Secures 300 A320neo Orders From China’s 3 Major Airlines
The three largest airlines in China have made orders for around 300 brand new Airbus planes, giving the European company a significant foothold in the Chinese market.
China Southern,…
Xiamen Airlines switches to Airbus A320neo
Xiamen Airlines has placed a firm order for 40 A320neo Family aircraft switching to Airbus for its fleet growth, making the airline the newest Airbus customer. The agreement was announced by…
easyJet confirms order for 56 Airbus A320neo planes
The new aircraft are significantly quieter, with half the noise footprint of the older aircraft they are replacing
easyJet confirms order for 56 Airbus A320neo planes
Four Chinese airlines order 292 new Airbus A320 jets
Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Shenzhen Airlines placed an order with Airbus for 292 new A320 aircraft
Four Chinese airlines order 292 new Airbus A320 jets
SWISS takes delivery of first A320neo
Swiss International Air Lines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320neo aircraft at a delivery ceremony in Hamburg, Germany. Named ‘Engelberg’, the plane is the first of 25 aircraft…
Spirit Airlines finalises deal for 100 Airbus A320neo family aircraft
US-based Spirit Airlines has finalised a purchase agreement with Airbus for 100 A320neo family aircraft. In October, the two parties had signed and announced a memorandum of…
Cebu Pacific firms order for 15 Airbus A320neos
Cebu Pacific has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus SAS for the order of 15 A320NEO (New Engine Option) family aircraft. The transaction is valued at USD 2 billion. The 15-aircraft…
Air India uses TaxiBot on A320 aircraft with passengers onboard
Air India will be using TaxiBot on a A320 aircraft with passengers onboard. TaxiBot is a robot-used aircraft tractor for taxiing an aircraft from parking bay to runway and vice versa.…
IndiGo receives Airbus’ 1000th A320neo
Airbus has delivered the 1,000th A320neo Family aircraft. The aircraft, an A321neo produced in Hamburg, Germany, was delivered to Indian airline IndiGo.
IndiGo is the world’s biggest…
Latest A320neos takes Lufthansa fleet investment to USD 3 billion
Lufthansa has announced it has updated its fleet with a firm order for an additional 27 A320neo aircraft this week, following a period of deliberation by the airlines supervisory board.
Airbus revamps interior of popular A320
Airbus has unveiled a new interior design for its best-selling passenger aircraft, the A320.
The new "Airspace" interior for the single-aisle jet follows the same concept as Airbus…
Flynas signs deal with Airbus for 60 A320s
Flynas has signed an agreement with Airbus for 60 A320neo aircraft.
The Saudi low-cost carrier has also converted 20 A320ceo from a previous order to A320neo, bringing the airline’s total…
Etihad Airways launches flights to Nairobi
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, celebrated the launch of its new service to Nairobi on Sunday, 15 December 2024, marking the airline's latest milestone in a remarkable year…
IndiGo announces 4 new codeshare connections to the US via Istanbul
IndiGo announces 4 new codeshare connections to Houston (IAH), Atlanta (ATL), Miami (MIA), and Los Angeles (LAX), via Istanbul, effective December 18, 2024.
Air India reveals upgraded products on more routes in new year
Air India announced significant updates to its international route network starting 2025.
Air Arabia to fly direct from Ras Al Khaimah to Tashkent
Air Arabia, the low-cost airline in the Middle East and North Africa, has unveiled a new route connecting Ras Al Khaimah to Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Alongside this expansion, the airline is…
Air India Orders 100 Additional Airbus Jets in Expansion Strategy
Under Tata Group’s ownership, Air India has taken a significant step in its aggressive expansion strategy by ordering an additional 100 Airbus jets. Announced on
IndiGo announces its second IndiGoStretch route on Delhi-Bengaluru
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, announces the addition of IndiGoStretch on its Delhi-Bengaluru route, with operations commencing on January 10, 2025.
Jazeera Airways set to buy six new aircraft
Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways announced its plans to purchase six Airbus A320ceo aircraft, as part of its ongoing transformation and strategic growth.
Saudia partners with Air France-KLM
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has entered into a significant partnership with Air France-KLM to boost and localize its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations.
Etihad Airways and Chennai Super Kings unveil striking new livery
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has revealed a brand new livery featuring the colours and branding of its partner, Indian cricket giants the Chennai Super…
Air India appoints Airline Rep Services as passenger GSA for New Zealand and Fiji
Air India appoints Airline Rep Services (a division of the CVFR Travel Group) as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for passenger business in New Zealand and Fiji.
Amadeus: Asia to lead global tourism revival in 2025
Global travel tech firm Amadeus collaborated with travel forecasting agency Globetrender for its 2025 Travel Trends Report.
Air India optimises fleet to offer its best narrowbody cabin products
Following the integration of Vistara earlier this month, Air India announced an optimisation of its domestic route network that will prioritise deployment of its best narrowbody cabin…
Myanmar Airways International wins at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Asia
The airline was named Full-Service Airline of the Year - Myanmar.
Black FLYday from TAP
On this Black Friday, TAP is offering its customers a special Black FLYday. The campaign offers round-trip flights from the UK starting from £109 to Porto and Lisbon, from £329 to the United…
Vietjet Thailand to launch new Mumbai – Bangkok service
Expanding its presence in India, Vietjet Thailand is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural Mumbai – Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) service, set to begin on December 23, 2024
Goa Tourism to participate in Tashkent International Tourism Fair 2024
Goa Tourism is all set to participate in the Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) 2024, scheduled to be held at CAEx, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 21st to 23rd November.
Philippine Airlines goes with Airbus S. Fleet Performance+ suite
Philippine Airlines and its subsidiary PAL Express selected Airbus’ S. Fleet Performance + (S.FP+) suite to support predictive maintenance and health monitoring across their entire Airbus…
Scoot expands network with new routes to China, Indonesia, and Vietnam
Scoot announced the launch of three new flight services to Phu Quoc in Vietnam, Padang in Indonesia, and Shantou in China.
IndiGo announces eight new flights this winter
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline announces new flights and resumption of operations in its winter schedule to significantly bolster connectivity to East and North-East India.
Air Astana completes first 12-year C-check
Air Astana announced that it is now the first Kazakh carrier to carry out a heavy maintenance 12-Year C-check
Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand announce expansion at Christchurch Engine Centre
Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand recently hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for a US$150 million, 14,000 square metre expansion of its Christchurch Engine Centre.
Royal Brunei Airlines launches direct flights to Chennai
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) announced the official launch of its new direct flight route between Bandar Seri Begawan and Chennai, India.
Air India gears up for merger day with multiple initiatives for Vistara customers
Air India, India’s leading global airline, is undertaking multiple steps to ensure a smooth on-ground experience for customers as Vistara merges with Air India on November 12, 2024.
Gulf Air celebrates 10th anniversary of services between Bahrain and Russia
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of its operations between Bahrain and Moscow, the capital of Russia.
AirAsia expands network with flights to Da Lat and Chiang Rai
AirAsia continues to expand its global network, this time with flights to Da Lat, Vietnam and Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Uzbekistan Airways starts flights from Goa to Tashkent
The airline will now operate two weekly flights from GOX every Sunday and Wednesday, using a narrow-body Airbus A320 or equivalent aircraft.
ITA Airways launches daily direct flights from Dubai to Rome
ITA Airways has inaugurated its first route to the United Arab Emirates with a nonstop flight between Dubai and Rome Fiumicino.
SmartLynx Airlines has received FAOC from FAA
SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance), cargo and charter operator, has received the Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) granted by the…
IndiGo posts net loss of INR 9.9 billion in Q2, 2024
For the quarter ended September 2024, IndiGo reported a total income of INR 177.6 billion, a net increase of 14.6% as compared to the same period last year.
One Year in Dubai: Eurowings enhances services to the Gulf Metropolis
German airline Eurowings is significantly expanding its direct flight offering to Dubai. Jens Bischof, CEO of Eurowings, announced over the weekend a doubling of capacity for the Winter…
Etihad Airways announces major boost in flights to Jaipur
The announcement, coming less than four months after the airline began serving the Rajasthan city, underlines the popularity of the route.
AirAsia, SEGA, and ATLUS team up for new leg of The Colour of Connection campaign
AirAsia announced that it is collaborating with global gaming powerhouse SEGA and its affiliate ATLUS to bring two iconic gaming franchises to life.
PLAY airlines to launch intelligent shopping platform powered by InterLnkd
InterLnkd, the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner, has teamed up with PLAY airlines to launch the carrier’s new pre-travel shopping platform, offering curated products to…
Singapore Airlines’ Time to Fly travel fair returns this month
Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) popular Time To Fly travel fair returns in October 2024, offering discounts on more than 200,000 Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.
Tourism Malaysia welcomes Batik Air’s first flights from Krabi and Hat Yai
Tourism Malaysia warmly welcomed passengers who flew into Kuala Lumpur aboard Batik Air's initial flights out of Krabi and Hat Yai, Thailand on 30th September.
IndiGo partners with Marigold Aviation Partnership for Cadet Pilot Training
IndiGo announced its partnership with Marigold Aviation for its coveted Cadet Pilot Program.
10,000 more aircraft will operate by 2034: Alton Aviation Consultancy
As global air traffic demand exceeds pre-pandemic levels in 2024, airlines are turning their attention to fleet expansion, according to a new report from Alton Aviation Consultancy.
Cebu Pacific orders 70 Airbus A321neos
Cebu Pacific placed a firm order with Airbus for 70 A321neo, finalising a memorandum of understanding previously announced in July.
Budapest Airport strengthens Copenhagen connection
Budapest Airport, operated by VINCI Airports, has announced a significant enhancement to its Scandinavian flight offerings with the return of SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) to its roster for…
Cebu Pacific receives its 11th aircraft for 2024
Cebu Pacific received its 11th aircraft for this year in line with its ongoing commitment to expand its network and provide accessible air travel for Filipinos.
Airnguru partners with Royal Brunei Airlines to elevate pricing capabilities
Airnguru has announced a multi-year agreement with Royal Brunei Airlines, the flag carrier of the Sultanate of Brunei.
British Airways announces direct flights to Tbilisi, Georgia
British Airways will launch flights from London Heathrow to Tbilisi, Georgia next year, operating four times per week from 30 March 2025.
Air India appoints Oscar Travel Services as passenger GSA in Malaysia
Air India has selected Oscar Travel Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Oscar Holidays, to serve as its Passenger General Sales Agent (GSA) in Malaysia.
Air India inaugurates daily, non-stop flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Air India inaugurated its daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). The inaugural flight, operated by Airbus A320neo aircraft, landed at Kuala Lumpur at 2043 Hrs…
SriLankan Airlines celebrates 45th anniversary
SriLankan Airlines celebrates its 45th anniversary this month, commemorating a journey that began on 1st September 1979.
Tap Air Portugal reports a profit of Euro 72.2 million in Q2 2024
In the first half of 2024 (1H24), TAP Air Portugal's Operating Revenues reached EUR 1,969 million, increasing by 3.3% compared to the first half of 2023, driven, in the passenger revenues,…
Peach Aviation to fly Singapore-Osaka route in December
Peach Aviation Ltd announced that it would fly a new daily route between Singapore and Osaka from Changi Airport beginning 5 December.
TAP’s ‘home away from home’
TAP Air Portugal is making it easier for UK and Ireland residents to work remotely this autumn - and to earn rewards while enjoying an extended summer in Portugal.
SriLankan Airlines treats young monks to a special airport tour
SriLankan Airlines brought smiles to the faces of young Buddhist monks or Samaneras with a special guided tour of the Bandaranaike International Airport.
AirAsia, Singapore Tourism Board unveil “Love, Singapore” livery
Together with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Gardens by the Bay, and the Mandai Wildlife Group, AirAsia presented its new “Love, Singapore” aircraft livery.
SmartLynx Airlines surpassed one million passengers for the first time, reaching 1.11 million in July 2024
SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance), cargo and charter operator, has achieved a new operational milestone, carrying the highest number…
Tourism Authority of Thailand welcomes AirAsia’s maiden flight from Bali to Phuket
TAT welcomed AirAsia’s maiden flight from Bali’s Denpasar Airport flying directly into Phuket with a special ceremony.
Scoot welcomes two new aircraft from Embraer
Scoot announced that its two new Embraer E190-E2 are due to arrive in Singapore in September and October of this year, bringing its stock of Embraer E190-E2s to four.
ITA Airways launches new nonstop flight to Jeddah
ITA Airways is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia, a rapidly growing and strategically important market, by launching its second destination in the Country with the direct Rome- Jeddah…
TransNusa successfully launches maiden Jakarta-Subang flight
TransNusa successfully launched its maiden Jakarta - Subang flight on 1 August providing an alternate route to Kuala Lumpur.
AirAsia Group announces delivery of new aircraft units
AirAsia Group announced the delivery of four brand new Airbus A321neo aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey.
Royal Jordanian’s Board of Directors approves H1 2024 results
Royal Jordanian’s Board of Directors approved the company's financial results for the first half of 2024, reflecting an improvement in the company's operational performance indicators.
Honeywell signs long-term agreement with Air India for auxiliary power unit aftermarket support
Honeywell has signed a long-term agreement with Air India Limited, India’s leading global airline and a Tata Group enterprise, for Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) aftermarket support covering…
Cebu Pacific inks major purchase with Airbus
Cebu Pacific has signed an understanding with Airbus and Pratt & Whitney for the largest aircraft order in Philippine aviation history
Air Arabia to launch direct flights to Maldives
Starting October this year, the airline announced that Sharjah-based low-cost carrier (LCC) Air Arabia will operate non-stop flights between its hub at Sharjah International Airport and…
Saudia Group orders 100 + new Airbus jets
Saudi Arabia's national airline ordered more than 100 new Airbus jets, a reflection of the kingdom's ambitious drive to lure more tourists.
Finnair boosts flights from London
Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, is set to boost its popular London Heathrow to Helsinki route this winter, as it continues to reinforce its position in the UK.
New £21 million fund from British Airways to put 200 aspiring pilots through training
British Airways has announced a £21 million investment to give up to 200 prospective pilots the chance to follow their dream of flying for a commercial airline without the worry of…
AirAsia resumes normal operations after IT outage
As of today, 22 July, AirAsia has resumed normal operations, having recovered all its systems impacted by the outage as it continues to run service recovery for guests impacted over the…
TransNusa flights from Subang commence 1 August
Malaysian airport authorities selected Indonesian airline TransNusa as the first foreign airline to start flights from Subang Airport in Kuala Lumpur.
Scoot launches new daily route to Subang
Singapore Airlines’ Scoot announced that it will commence a new flight route to Subang, Malaysia beginning 1 September.
Air Arabia launches new route connecting Sharjah and Vienna from 20th Dec 2024
Air Arabia has announced the launch of its newest route connecting Sharjah and Vienna, the capital of Austria
Avianca adds Chicago-Bogotá service
Avianca announced the launch of direct sales for the new route connecting Bogotá with Chicago, starting on October 27.
Wizz Air reveals special 20th anniversary livery aircraft
Wizz Air, the most environmentally sustainable airline globally, welcomed its 132nd Airbus A321neo aircraft in a special anniversary livery during a delivery ceremony at the Airbus factory…
Air India to begin flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 15 September
Air India, India’s global airline, will start non-stop services between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, starting 15 September 2024.
SmartLynx Airlines Training Centre celebrates its 500th graduate
Recently, SmartLynx Training Centre (ATO) celebrated a significant milestone: the graduation of its 500th student from the Type Rating course.
FlyLili launched its first flight from Brasov to Munich
The Romanian airline now offers scheduled flights to Brasov, located on the edge of the Carpathian Mountains, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Etihad Airways launches international roadshow in major pilot recruitment drive
Etihad Airways is set to recruit hundreds more pilots this year to support its expanding fleet and network, delivering on the airline’s ambitious growth plans and supporting its purpose to…
Air India Elevates In-Flight Experience with Three-Class Configuration
Starting from 1 July, guests can fly in Premium Economy on select domestic routes. The new A320neo aircraft will be configured with 8 seats in Business Class, 24 in Premium Economy, and 132…
Etihad Airways operates first flight to Al Qassim
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, celebrated the start of its flights to Al Qassim, marking the first flight ever connecting the UAE’s capital with Al Qassim in the central…
PLAY airlines celebrates 3rd Anniversary with up to 33% off on flights between North America and Europe
PLAY airlines is celebrating its 3rd anniversary with discounts of up to 33% on flights between North America and Europe
Etihad Airways celebrates launch flights to eight more destinations this June
In a massive boost to its network schedule, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating the launch of flights to eight destinations this June, taking the total number of…
Jetstar’s Melbourne-Hervey Bay Launch: Direct to Coastal Wonders
It marked a momentous occasion as Jetstar launched its first-ever flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay, a route previously uncharted by any airline. This thrice-weekly service aboard
Etihad Airways adds four weekly flights to Jaipur, India
A welcome ceremony at Jaipur International Airportacclaimed the new route, which offers guests four non-stop services a week, enhancing connectivity between one of India's cultural…
First ITA Airways flight lands at Accra Airport
The first ITA Airways flight from Rome Fiumicino arrived at Kotoka International Airport in Accra, Ghana. The aircraft, an Airbus A321neo, was welcomed with a water arch salute.
British Airsleighs: New Lapland flights launching this winter
British Airways has added Lapland to its list, and checked it twice, as it prepares to launch new flights to Santa Claus’s home region this winter.
Austrian Airlines increase frequencies between Bangkok to Vienna
As the flag carrier of Austria, Austrian Airlines is known for its high level of service and hospitality. Austrian operates a modern fleet of aircraft, including the Airbus A320 family,…
Aeroprime Group appointed as the exclusive cargo GSSA for Cambodia Angkor Air, effective 1 June 2024
Aeroprime Group, India’s new-age GSA, is proud to announce its appointment as the exclusive Cargo General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) for Cambodia Angkor Air, the flag carrier of…
Etihad Airways announces global cabin crew hiring
This World Cabin Crew Day, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is embarking on a global recruitment campaign seeking remarkable people to join its cabin crew team, to work…
Fly home to celebrate Kaamatan and Gawai smoothly with AirAsia
AirAsia would like to remind all guests travelling during the upcoming festive celebration periods to adhere to the following travel advisory for a smoother travel experience in light of the…
Flyadeal orders 51 aircraft in landmark Airbus deal
flyadeal, one of the youngest and fastest growing low-cost airlines in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, announced a landmark order for 51 narrowbody Airbus aircraft to fuel…
Emirates and Viva Aerobus establish interline partnership offering more travel options within Mexico
Emirates and Viva Aerobus have signed an interline agreement to enhance connectivity for passengers travelling to Mexico.
Saudia Group and Airbus sign the largest aircraft deal in Saudi Aviation
Saudia Group announced the largest aircraft deal in Saudi aviation history with Airbus during the first day of the Future Aviation Forum 2024 held at the King Abdulaziz International…
Sunny 20th Anniversary of TAP Air Portugal connecting Prague to Lisbon
Nearly 1.4 million passengers and over 13,100 flights; these are the numbers which best describe the twentieth anniversary of TAP Air Portugal’s route between Prague and Lisbon.
India’s IndiGo orders 30 Airbus A350 widebody aircraft
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has placed a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The order will help expand IndiGo’s international network to long-haul destinations.
Pegasus launches direct route from Edinburgh to Istanbul with £1 flight sale
Pegasus, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, is launching an exciting new route between Istanbul and the Scottish capital, Edinburgh.
Royal Jordanian holds virtual AGM; issues the financial results of 2023
RJ held its ordinary Annual General Meeting virtually on April 29, 2024. The meeting chaired by RJ’s Board of Directors Chairman Said Darwazeh; was attended by Vice Chairman/CEO Samer…
SKY express strengthens its fleet by 17% and flies to Greece and Europe with brand new aircraft
With an average age of 1.6 years for ATR 72-600 type aircraft and 3.1 years for Airbusneo, SKY express retains the privilege of being the youngest fleet in Greece
Hong Kong Airlines celebrates Direct Service to Vientiane, Laos
Hong Kong Airlines launched the direct service to Vientiane, Laos on 27 April 2024, further boosting its expanding network in the region.
IndiGo enters the wide-body space with an order for 30 Firm Airbus A350-900 aircraft
IndiGo, India's most preferred airline, is further defining its long-term future by strengthening its fleet with the introduction of wide-body aircraft to its fleet.
CSAT is profitable for the first time since the pandemic
Czech Airlines Technics (CSAT), a daughter company of Prague Airport, has recorded a financially successful year for the first time since 2019.
Air Astana switches to Summer Schedule
Air Astana has switched to a Summer flight schedule, with the resumption of popular scheduled and seasonal services, as well as increases to the frequency of flights to a number of…
Air India to fly to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam from 01 June 2024
Air India, India’s global airline, will start non-stop service between Delhi and Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) in Vietnam, starting 01 June 2024.
Etihad Airways to fly to Al Qassim, Saudi Arabia
Beginning 24 June 2024, Etihad will link Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport directly with Al Qassim’s Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ) with four weekly flights.
Discover Airlines stations five aircraft at Munich Airport
Discover Airlines, a recent addition to the Lufthansa Group, is launching an extensive range of flights from Munich Airport to numerous vacation destinations in time for the summer 2024…
Wizz Air becomes the first airline to implement Airbus’ MATe Suite and VPT tech for pilot training
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally, has become the first airline to implement both the Mobile Airbus Training experience (MATe) suite…
British Airways unveils new a website and app as part of its £7bn transformation plan
British Airways, has announced an array of new initiatives to transform the airline, unveiling a £7bn transformation plan at its first ‘In the Skies’ showcase event in London.
Cathay achieves target of 70% of pre-pandemic passenger flights, covering around 80 destinations by the end of 2023
We bring you excerpts from the Cathay Pacific Airways Limited 2023 Annual Results report, where Ronald Lam Chief Executive Officer stated that “We are ready to unleash the potential and…
Virgin Australia Regional Airlines Crowned 2024 Best Regional Airline
Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA) has made history by topping a global list of regional airline operators to clinch the 2024 Best Regional Airline title
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Jetstar Asia Announces Two Exciting Direct Routes to Krabi and Clark
Flights from Singapore to Krabi commence on 7 June 2024 with six weekly return services
and from Singapore to Clark restart on 16 June 2024 with four weekly return services, increasing to…
British Airways Unveils £7bn Transformation Plan
More than 600 modernisation initiatives are being rolled out as part of the airline’s £7bn transformation plan, as it invests in every part of its business.
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Aer Lingus unveils new ‘Green Spirit’ Livery
As the official airline, and a proud sponsor of the Irish Rugby team, Aer Lingus not only flies the Irish team to away matches, but also the legions of loyal fans, who travel to follow the…
SmartLynx Airlines advances toward gender balance in personnel
Annually, the beginning of March marks the celebration of Women of Aviation Worldwide Week, a time to highlight and honor the significant achievements of women in the aviation industry and…
Etihad Airways expands schedule with flights to Antalya and Jaipur
In the latest significant boost to its global network, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced substantial updates to its summer schedule.
Three new 787-9 Dreamliners join the Etihad Airways fleet
Etihad Airways is celebrating the arrival of three new Boeing 787-9 aircraft this weekend. The national airline of the UAE welcomed the latest additions to its expanding fleet at Abu Dhabi…
Qatar Airways announces the launch of summer flights to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Qatar Airways announces the latest addition to its summer schedule, launching four weekly flights to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, starting 2 June 2024 and bookable now.
Under the patronage of HRH Prince Faisal Bin Al Hussein, two Embraer 195-E2 aircraft join the RJ fleet
Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Faisal Bin Al-Hussein, the first two Embraer E195-E2, out of the planned eight such aircraft, joined the RJ fleet to serve the short- and…
MAI aims to enhance connectivity to existing markets & braces for the Chinese market recovery
In an interview with Brand TD, Tanes Kumar, Acting Chief Executive Officer & Chief Commercial Officer of Myanmar Airways International (MAI), shares more about the airline, its expansion…
IndiGo partners with Altered to achieve 98% water conservation on its flights
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, has partnered with Swedish innovation company Altered, to fit its fleet of aircraft with innovative nozzles that can help reduce on-board water consumption…
Embark on a journey of festivity and savings with Air India Express’ exclusive Pongal offer
Air India Express launches its special Pongal Offer on international flights for bookings made until 15th January 2024, on the airline’s award-winning mobile app and website, …
Airbus Reports Strong Sales and a Backlog of Orders for 2023
Airbus has surpassed Boeing with a great year, delivering 735 commercial aircraft to 87 customers globally in 2023 while registering 2,319 gross new orders (2,094 nett) and an 8,598 aircraft…
EVA Air places landmark order with Airbus
Taiwan’s EVA Air has finalised a firm order with Airbus for the purchase of 18 long-range A350-1000s and 15 single-aisle A321neo.
Air India Express kicks off 2024 with ‘Time to Travel’ sale with fares starting at INR 1,799
Air India Express launched its ‘Time to Travel’ sale on domestic flights across major channels for bookings made until 11th January 2024 and for travel till 30th September 2024.
Air India set to link Bhuj with Mumbai
Air India will be launching a direct daily service between Mumbai and Bhuj from 1st March 2024. Air India will be offering a comfortable and convenient connection between the two cities to…
Precision landing in 2023: Austrian Airlines delivers another top operating performance
The year 2023 ends with a pleasing operating performance for Austrian Airlines. Despite ongoing geopolitical restrictions, Austrian Airlines was able to build on its already very good…
Cathay orders next-generation A350F freighters strengthening Hong Kong as the world’s number one Air Cargo hub
Cathay Cargo has taken another important step towards achieving its vision of becoming the world’s most customer-centric air cargo service brand with the announcement of its selection of the…
Qatar Airways unveils 2024 Network Expansion including an Exciting Summer Schedule
Qatar Airways announces its 2024 network expansion with exciting new destinations as well as resumptions, bookable ahead of the New Year.
60 years since Royal Jordanian was established
Dec. 15, RJ marks its 60th anniversary. It is the date when it was launched by His Majesty King Hussein, in 1963. Since then, RJ has been an ambassador of goodwill and friendship to other…
Avianca Airlines inaugurates direct flight, connecting Chicago to Guatemala
Travellers from Chicago are now even closer to Guatemala, thanks to the new route inaugurated by avianca airlines, which connects the skies of Chicago O'Hare International Airport with La…
Thai Vietjet commences services to Shanghai and Hangzhou
Expanding its wings to China, Thai Vietjet commenced 2 inaugural flights of its latest services from Bangkok to Shanghai and Hangzhou, as part of its response to the temporary tourist visa…
Finnair continues Summer 2024 expansion
Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, has added even more flights to its growing Summer 2024 schedule, due to increased global demand for travel.
Air India Express offers 30% off across its network with ‘Christmas comes Early’ Sale!
Air India Express launched its "Christmas comes Early" Sale, offering up to 30% off domestic and international flights across major channels for bookings made until November 2023 and for…
Air India set to link Delhi with Phuket with non-stop service
Air India, India’s leading global airline, is set to connect Delhi with Phuket, Thailand’s popular island destination, with a non-stop service from 15th December 2023.
Jetstar Launches The Only Service Between Sydney and Margaret River
Jetstar has launched the first-ever direct route connecting Sydney to one of the west’s major tourist destinations – Busselton Margaret River – ahead of the next Easter holidays.
The…
Turkish Airlines Negotiating an Eye-Watering 355 Aircraft Order with Airbus
Turkish Airlines, the national carrier of Turkiye, is reportedly negotiating with Airbus to significantly boost its fleet with an order for 355 new aircraft. If the deal goes through,…
Vietnam Airlines appoints Aeroprime Group as GSA in India
Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam, proudly announces the appointment of Aeroprime Group, India’s leading Aviation services Group, as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in India…
TransNusa offers cheapest flight to China
Southeast Asia’s first premium service airline, TransNusa, has made history in Indonesia by becoming the second Indonesian airline to have obtained approvals to operate scheduled flights to…
THAI and Jim Thompson introduce exquisite amenity kits for Royal Silk Class
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) collaborates with Jim Thompson, the iconic global lifestyle brand from Thailand celebrated for its beautiful silks, to launch the…
First Airbus A321neo Joins ITA Airways Fleet
A delivery ceremony for ITA Airways’ new Airbus A321neo was held last Friday at the Airbus manufacturing facility in Hamburg in the presence of Francesco Presicce, ITA Airways…
Air New Zealand To Suspend Service To Hobart Next Year
Due to a change in the maintenance plan for Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan (GTF) engines, Air New Zealand will suspend Hobart services beginning in April.
Due to a “rare…
Fly Thai Vietjet to Shanghai and Hangzhou
Thai Vietjet announced to commence two new flight services between Thailand and China, including Shanghai and Hangzhou from Bangkok by A320 aircraft, on 6 December and 20 December 2023,…
Air India to add 400+ weekly flights to route network over next six months
Air India announced its intent to add more than 400 weekly flights to its domestic India and international route network until March 2024, as part of the Winter Schedule ’23.
Qatar Airways resumes flying to Ras Al Khaimah
Qatar Airways flight – an Airbus A320 from Doha - touched down at Ras Al Khaimah International Airport on November 1st shortly after 10PM, marking the resumption of services on the route…
Wanted Pilots for the Cockpits of the Lufthansa Group
Between now and the end of 2025, the Lufthansa Group hopes to hire almost 2,000 additional pilots to serve on its airlines’ growing aircraft fleets. The Group’s new ‘flybig’ recruitment…
Etihad goes on safari next summer with direct flights to Nairobi
Etihad Airways is resuming flights to East Africa with daily flights to Nairobi set to start on 01 May, 2024.
United Airlines orders 60 additional A321neo aircraft
United Airlines has placed an order for 60 additional Airbus A321neo aircraft, supporting the airline's “United Next” initiative to integrate new aircraft into its fleet and standardizing…
Air Astana takes delivery of eleventh Airbus A321LR
The eleventh eco-friendly Airbus A321LR for Air Astana Group arrived in Almaty following delivery at the manufacturer’s assembly plant in Hamburg, Germany.
Bamboo Airways Withdraws From Australia
As part of its reorganisation, financially troubled airline Bamboo Airways has abruptly pulled out of the Australian market and laid off its local employees.
Brand Crawford, former…
TAP Air Portugal embraces the world
TAP Air Portugal presents its new brand proposal, placing the motto "Embracing the World" at the centre of its messaging.
Beond Airlines Launches As First Premium Leisure Airline
Beond, the world’s first premium leisure airline, took to the skies with the unveiling of its elegant and unique aircraft livery.
The airline presented its first aircraft, an Airbus…
San Antonio International Airport adds eighth nonstop international destination
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) announced its eighth nonstop international destination today: Torreon, Mexico (TRC).
TransNusa becomes second Indonesian Airline to offer Jakarta – Guangzhou Route
Indonesian airline, PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri (TransNusa), the new player with new rules, announced that it would become the second airline in the country to introduce commercial flights…
Virgin Australia Introduces New B737 Max Domestic Routes
As more of its 737 MAX 8 aircraft arrives, Virgin Australia will use it on additional domestic and short-haul international flights.
At the end of September, the airline received its…
Simaero announces the forthcoming opening of an Aviation Training Center in Delhi
Simaero is pleased to announce its latest milestone in the expansion of Simaero India with the upcoming opening of a state-of-the-art Training Center in Delhi.
Lufthansa Equips New Cabins On Short- And Medium-Haul Aircraft
Lufthansa passengers flying on short- and medium-haul flights will get the opportunity to experience a new cabin design. It provides a level of comfort and style that is significantly…
Vistara commences daily, direct flights between Delhi and Maldives
Vistara India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Maldives.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport welcomes newest international airline, Viva Aerobus, offering nonstop service to Monterrey, Mexico
Ultra-low-cost Mexican carrier Viva Aerobus announced its arrival to Austin by launching nonstop flights to Monterrey, Mexico.
Milan Bergamo recognises Wizz Air’s progression
Welcoming another new route this summer, Milan Bergamo Airport is also celebrating long-standing airline partner, Wizz Air’s, tenth service from the Italian gateway.
Lufthansa Relies On The A380s To Grow Its Network
Due to factors such as delayed deliveries of new Boeing 777-9s, Lufthansa intends to continue flying its recommissioned Airbus A380s into the late 2020s or early 2030s.
According to…
Thai Vietjet to increase flights to/from Surat Thani from October
Further stimulating domestic travel in Thailand, Thai Vietjet announced its increase of flight services between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Surat Thani to a total of 3 round-trip flights…
Thai Airways to buy up to 95 new jets as per sources
Thai Airways is in talks with Boeing and Airbus on a potential order of more than 90 jets as it pursues restructuring and gears up for booming travel markets, industry sources told Reuters.
Spirit Airlines taps Cover Genius for personalised embedded protection
Cover Genius has partnered with Spirit Airlines. By integrating with XCover, Cover Genius’ award-winning global distribution platform, Spirit Airlines passengers who are non-US and…
Disrupt wins with Wizz Air
High-flying influencer marketing agency, Disrupt, has been selected by Wizz Air, Europe's fastest growing and the world’s most environmentally sustainable airline*, to build brand awareness…
Avalon finalises order with Airbus for 20 A330neo aircraft
Avolon has signed a binding agreement for its order of 20 new A330neo aircraft from Airbus. The order firms up a memorandum of understanding signed at the Paris Airshow in June.
TAP springs into summer 2024 with super schedule
TAP Air Portugal has unveiled its sizzling summer schedule for 2024, offering customers even more connections to the hottest destinations.
FlyArystan expands international network
FlyArystan, Kazakhstan’s Low-Cost Airline, continues to expand its international network with new services to India and Central Asia being launched in the next two months.
Vistara announces Direct Daily Flights between Delhi and Maldives
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced the addition of a new route to its growing international network.
Finnair launches late summer sale
Finnair has launched a late summer sale, as it gears up to celebrate its centenary later this year. The new promotion is focused on Finnair’s UK customers, with a range of the airline’s most…
SAUDIA is working towards minimizing emissions and promoting sustainable flying
In an effort to improve its environmental performance and promote sustainable flying, Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), has been investing in a variety of sustainability projects and new…
Finnair’s loyalty program flies into a new era with Avios
Finnair will renew its Finnair Plus loyalty program by introducing Avios as its new loyalty currency in early 2024.
Exclusive Offer – 25% off on Business Class Airfares from EGYPTAIR
EGYPTAIR is pleased to announce *Special Business Class Airfares* to its entire network from Delhi via Cairo, for the 4x Weekly Flights.
Aer Lingus receives IATA Airline Retailing Maturity (ARM) index recognition
Aer Lingus has announced that it has been granted the International Air Transport Association (IATA) “Airline Retailing Maturity” status as an airline, under the ARM index Program
The Cathay Group to purchase up to 32 new single-aisle Airbus aircraft
The Cathay Group announces its intention to purchase up to 32 Airbus A321neo and A320neo aircraft as it continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet, and growing flight…
Direct flights between Bangkok and Ulaanbaatar now available on Skyfun Travel
Dunamis 777 Co., Ltd., the charterer of direct flight service between Bangkok and Ulaanbaatar, has assigned Skyfun Travel as one of the booking channels, offering convenient flight service…
EgyptAir opens new route to Delhi
EgyptAir the national carrier of Egypt and a member of Star Alliance, announces that it has connected Cairo with Delhi.
SAUDIA Fleet expands to include new A321neo Aircraft
SAUDIA, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, announced the expansion of its fleet with the addition of new aircraft type, Airbus A321neo under the slogan “A neo-way of flying.”
Pegasus Airlines places order for 36 new A321neo aircraft
Pegasus Airlines has signed an agreement with Airbus for 36 new A321neo aircraft, in line with its strategy to modernise its fleet, focusing on reducing emissions while saving fuel and unit…
Delta Orders 12 Additional Airbus A220 Aircraft
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In service with Delta, the A220 has proven to be a game changer in its size category in highly competitive North America markets.
Read more: Delta Orders 12 Additional Airbus…
Aer Lingus introduces on-board recycling on short-haul flights into Ireland
Aer Lingus has become the first airline to segregate and recycle on-board waste arriving on short-haul flights into Ireland.
Jetstar To Launch Direct Flights From Melbourne To Fiji
Jetstar has announced that it will start direct flights between Melbourne and Fiji (Nadi) on 16 December 2023*, in time for the busy Christmas holiday season.
The new service, flown…
First “Mallorca Airbus” lands in Düsseldorf
The first "Mallorca Airbus" landed at Düsseldorf Airport: a brand-new A321neo with the registration D-AEEA. With this addition, Germany's largest leisure airline is consistently continuing…
Air India firms up orders for 470 Airbus and Boeing Aircraft
Air India, a Tata Group-owned global airline, signed purchase agreements to acquire 470 aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, going one step further in its $70 billion (based on list prices)…
Air India Orders 250 Airbus Aircraft
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Air India will also be counting on Airbus to help ensure highest level of fleet availability with Integrated Materials Solutions from Satair.
Read more: Air India Orders 250…
Qatar Airways expands network in Turkey with new route to Trabzon
Qatar Airways has landed its inaugural flight to the Turkish city of Trabzon. The non-stop service is operating with the Airbus A320 aircraft three times weekly on Tuesdays, Fridays, and…
Fuerteventura becomes the fourth Canary island on Ba Euroflyer’s route map
BA Euroflyer, the wholly owned Gatwick-based subsidiary of British Airways, has added Fuerteventura to its route map.
Thai Vietjet supports operating Bangkok – Yangon flights
Thai Vietjet, in support to its partner’s request, operates international direct flights between Bangkok and Yangon, from June 1 – 20, 2023, with following schedule.
British Airways has launched flights between London Heathrow and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen has become the latest destination to join British Airways’ network, with the inaugural flight touching down on the Anatolian side of Istanbul on Thursday 1 June 2023.
Latest generation A220 arrives in Thailand
The latest generation A220 passenger aircraft has arrived in Thailand as part of a demonstration tour of South East Asia.
Italy’s ITA Airways Receives its First Airbus A330neo
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By selecting A330neos, Italy's national carrier, ITA Airways, is further consolidating its strategy of being an all Airbus operator
Read more: Italy’s ITA Airways Receives its…
Smartlynx Airlines to become the dominant A321F operator in Europe
SmartLynx Airlines, an European ACMI and full-charter provider is on its way to becoming the dominant A321-200 P2F operator in Europe.
Average number of seats on flights from the UK have increased by 44% since 2003
With airlines buying larger aircraft and adding more seats to their current jets, Cirium have revealed the increase in the average number of seats per flight in the last 20 years.
Air New Zealand Attracts Visitors With More Capacity And Fleet Investment
Air New Zealand is investing significantly in its fleet, capacity, and marketing to improve the flying experience for customers and support New Zealand’s tourism industry.
The airline…
Air Astana celebrates 21stanniversary in the wake of best-ever year
The carrier has grown dramatically since the first service was operated between Almaty and Astana in 2002 and has steadily built a reputation for award winning customer service, operational…
Philippine Airlines to Buy 9 A350-1000s for Ultra Long Haul Fleet
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New aircraft will join two A350-900s already in service and currently flying to destinations in North America, Asia and Australia
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Thai Vietjet offers new Lounge Service at Suvarnabhumi Airport
Thai Vietjet further enhances its passengers’ flying experience with the new lounge service at The Coral Executive Lounge, Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Air Astana resumes summer season flights to lifestyle destinations
Air Astana will resume summer season flights to popular lifestyle destinations in Greece (Heraklion on the island of Crete), Turkey (Bodrum), Montenegro (Podgorica) and Georgia (Batumi) in…
Icelandair and Airbus sign MOU for the purchase of upto 25 Airbus A321XLR aircraft
Icelandair and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the purchase of 13 Airbus A321XLR aircraft with purchase rights for additional 12 aircraft.
Royal Jordanian relaunches Brussels to Amman route
Royal Jordanian will launch its new route on October 26th as part of a twice-weekly service (Thursdays and Sundays).
Aer Lingus launches 2023 Aircraft Engineer Apprenticeship Programme
Aer Lingus has launched its 2023 Aircraft Engineer Apprentice Programme, offering 15 places and is keen to encourage a diverse mix of candidates from Ireland, the UK, and beyond.
Airbus ramps up cooperation with China aviation industry
by: Harry Johnson |
New agreement will contribute to Airbus’ overall rate objective of 75 aircraft per month in 2026 throughout its global production network
Full article: Airbus ramps up…
TAP celebrates Emerald Isle anniversary
TAP Air Portugal is celebrating its fourth year of flying between Portugal and the Irish capital following the launch of its inaugural flight on March 31 2019.
HK Express receives first A321neo
Airbus has announced the successful delivery of its first Airbus A321neo to the low-cost carrier HK Express, a member of Cathay Pacific Group based in Hong Kong.
Aer Lingus begins new Knock-Heathrow service & restarts direct flights to Hartford, Connecticut
Aer Lingus this weekend began a brand-new service connecting the West coast of Ireland to London Heathrow and recommenced direct flights to Hartford, Connecticut from Dublin.
Air India to expand further in the UK with new services from London Gatwick
Air India is expanding its UK presence in a move which reinforces the strong links between the UK and India, as it undergoes a massive modernisation programme to transform into a…
Cirium launches the first Airline Routes tool based on satellite-based flight tracking
Cirium, the aviation analytics leader, has launched the aviation industry’s first Airline Routes tool to identify actual flights flown by aircraft type.
FlyArystan upgrade to new web-based Aviator
FlyArystan are the highly successful LCC in the Air Astana group. In more than 3 years since FlyArystan commenced operations they have established themselves as the premier LCC in Central…
Lufthansa Orders 22 Long-Haul Aircraft
The Lufthansa Group is investing in additional cutting-edge long-haul aircraft. The Group Executive Board has ordered ten Airbus A350-1000 passenger planes, five Airbus A350-900 planes,…
Lufthansa orders new Airbus and Boeing aircraft worth $7.5 billion
by: Harry Johnson |
The Lufthansa Group is also in advanced negotiations to acquire further long-haul aircraft which could be made available at shorter notice
Full article: Lufthansa…
The first ‘Mallorca Airbus’ has arrived
Airbus' largest medium-haul jet, with 230 seats, now serves popular holiday destinations such as Mallorca, Crete and the Canary Islands.
SmartLynx Airlines receives Foreign Air Transport Operator Certificate in Australia
The global ACMI, charter and cargo operator SmartLynx Airlines has received Australian Foreign Air Transport Operator Certificate (FATAOC) granted by the Australian Civil Aviation Authority.
Jazeera Airways announces record annual profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for 2022
Jazeera Airways, continuing robust growth, announced record net profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for the 2022 full year, an increase of 183.6% over 2021.
Eurowings’ journey from “air taxi” to value airline for Europe
Today's Eurowings was formed on 1 February 1993 from the merger of the two regional airlines. The name "Eurowings" was suggested by an employee who won an ideas competition with 500 Deutsche…
Finnair swings into 2023 with super sale
Finnair has launched its first sale of 2023, as it gears up to celebrate its centenary later this year. The new promotion has been specifically tailored to UK customers, with a range of the…
Finnair embarks on European expansion
Finnair has revealed its European schedule for the coming summer, including a range of new routes. The Finnish carrier will launch three weekly flights to the Norwegian gateway of Bodø for…
BAA Training Vietnam and Bamboo Airways launch the first MPL program in Vietnam
BAA Training Vietnam - the leading pilot training center, and Bamboo Airways - the 5 star-oriented full-service carrier, have signed a 3-year cooperation agreement defining BAA Training…
Airbus Leads Despite Boeing’s Best Efforts
Airbus continues to be the world’s leading aircraft maker, despite Boeing’s aggressive push to deliver as many planes as possible before the end of the year. With a total of 1,078 gross…
British Airways announces new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence
British Airways has announced a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence, Italy, for Summer 2023. Starting on 26 April 2023, the new flight will operate daily from London Heathrow’s…
Budapest boosts Hurghada capacity as Air Cairo returns
Budapest Airport welcomes a significant boost in the Hungarian gateway’s capacity to Hurghada today, with the return of airline partner Air Cairo.
Thai Vietjet unveils performance of first three Quarters 2022
Thai Vietjet announced its performance in the first three quarters of 2022 and revealed its business strategies for the upcoming year of 2023.
Korean Air takes delivery of first A321neo
Korean Air has taken delivery of its first A321neo, becoming a new operator of the best-selling A320 Family. Korean Air’s A321neo features the new Airbus Airspace cabin, bringing premium…
Direct flight from Muscat to Bangkok from 18 Dec
The Sultanate of Oman has announced the introduction of a direct flight between Muscat and Bangkok. From Sunday, 18 December , Oman’s budget airline SalamAir will fly directly between…
Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences…
Airbus Begins Assembling A321s In China
Airbus began producing the first A321 aircraft in Tianjin, China after the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in the country’s north improved its manufacturing capabilities.
Ever since the…
Qatar Airways flies Qatar National Football Team and 140 FIFA Legends to the FIFA World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways and FIFA are giving match ticket holders the chance to play in the FIFA Fan Tournament with FIFA Legends in Al Bidda Park at the FIFA Fan Festival.
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Tashkent
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s first low-carrier, has announced the launch of its new route from Abu Dhabi to Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s capital.
Vistara to fly to Oman
Vistara is launching its first scheduled passenger service to Oman, with the country’s capital Muscat (MCT) set to receive daily service from Mumbai (BOM).
Air Arabia posts high third-quarter profit with strong travel demand
Budget carrier Air Arabia, the UAE's only publicly listed airline, posted record third-quarter profit amid strong air travel demand across its six hubs, but warned of the geopolitical and…
Austrian Airlines opens seven new destinations next summer
After a successful summer 2022 and a well-booked winter, the Austrian Airlines team is preparing for a sunny summer 2023.
Austrian Airlines back on course
n spite of numerous systemic challenges in European aviation, Austrian Airlines achieved the best quarterly result in over 20 years with a good and stable operational performance.
Saudi RIA airlines to order 80 jets?
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is in talks with Boeing Co. and Airbus SE regarding orders for about 80 jets, the first aircraft purchases for the new national airline, RIA.
Pakistan’s Fly Jinnah to start operations by 1 Nov
Just days after receiving its air operator's certificate and operating license, Fly Jinnah has confirmed its initial domestic network and rolled out its launch plans.
Wizz Air celebrates arrival of 170th airbus aircraft
Wizz Air celebrated the arrival of its 170th Airbus aircraft, which will support operations at Catania International Airport.
Air Astana takes delivery of ninth Airbus A321LR
Air Astana’s ninth Airbus A321LR arrived in Almaty from Hamburg on 15th October 2022, with a tenth aircraft scheduled for delivery before the end of the year.
Qantas Project Sunrise To Begin With New York
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has revealed that New York is more likely than London to be the initial destination for nonstop flights departing from Australia’s east coast as part of Project…
Royal Jordanian Airlines to introduce 10 new Embraer E2 Jets
Royal Jordanian Airlines and Embraer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce two variants of Embraer’s advanced E2 jets to its fleet: the E190-E2 and E195-E2. In total,…
Avion Express partners with Bravo Tours
Avion Express, a provider of aircraft, crew, maintenance, insurance (ACMI) and charter services and a family member of Avia Solutions Group has signed a new contract with a Danish tour…
EasyJet increases Scottish capacity
EasyJet is to place a ninth aircraft at Edinburgh airport as it expands its presence in Scotland.
Is Airbus’ Flagship Airliner The A350 Worthy To Replace The A380?
Back in 2019, at their annual conference, Airbus officials announced that the A350 would replace the A380 as the company’s premier passenger plane due to financial factors.
The A380…
easyJet selects AirFi for digital onboard experience
Technology provider AirFi has been selected by easyJet to support the airline in its ambitions to deliver an industry-leading, digital onboard experience.
Fly direct Abu Dhabi to Moscow with Air Arabia from 18 Nov
The new direct flights will connect Abu Dhabi International Airport to Moscow Domodedovo Airport in Russia with a frequency of five flights weekly, starting from 18 November 2022.
Chinese jet certificated
China has certified the COMAC C919, China’s home-grown passenger jet to compete with the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 family of aircraft.
A photo posted by China Aviation Review on 29…
Thai Vietjet partners with Dohop
Thai Vietjet has announced the launch of a new virtual interline service developed in partnership with technology provider Dohop. The platform allows Thai Vietjet passengers to purchase…
IndiGo starts direct flight to Ras Al Khaimah
IndiGo flew its Airbus A320 aircraft to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) from Mumbai on 22 September. Not only is it the carrier’s 100th destination, but also its 11th in the…
Air India To Offer Premium Economy On Long Haul Flights
A total of 30 narrow- and wide-body aircraft are scheduled to be delivered to Air India over the course of the next 15 months, allowing the airline to more than double its current fleet…
Jazeera Airways to fly to Xian, China from 19 Sept
Jazeera Airways has announced its first route to China with the launch of direct flights to Xian. The airline will be operating the new route starting 19 September, initially with a flight…
Thai Vietjet celebrates 6th Anniversary with fares from THB 699
On its 6th anniversary, Thai Vietjet has a special promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 699 (approx. USD 19.19) on the airline’s domestic flight network.
Air India to induct 30 planes
Air India to receive 30 new aircraft, including 5 wide-body Boeing planes, from December this year.
Jazeera Airways selects RateGain for AirGain tech
Jazeera Airlines has selected RateGain's AirGain product to dynamically adjust prices with real-time, accurate, and high-quality airfare data.
Tata Sons to raise USD 4 billion for Air India
Tata Sons Ltd, the holding company of the Tata group, plans to raise as much as USD 4 billion to infuse fresh capital into Air India and refinance costly debt.
Vistara to fly twice daily direct Mumbai- Jaipur from 30 Sept
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier, has added Jaipur (Rajasthan) to its domestic network with direct connectivity to and from Mumbai, starting 30 September 2022.
Air France Suspends Pilots After Cockpit Scuffle
Air France has suspended two pilots for initiating a scuffle in the cockpit of an Airbus A320 on a flight from Geneva to Paris in June 2022.
The captain grabbed the co-pilot by the…
Qantas, Air New Zealand Benefit From Foreign Airlines Operation Constraints
The projections of Qantas and Air New Zealand are optimistic for at least the next 12 months. Executives from both airlines expect a healthy revenue environment as tourists return to…
Airbus highlights strong commitment to Thailand
Airbus sees great potential in its military and Space businesses in Thailand and has reiterated its commitment to the company’s presence in the country.
Speaking to reporters in Bangkok…
Vistara to fly Mumbai to Abu Dhabi direct from 1 October
The airline will operate daily flights between the two cities using its A320neo aircraft.
Now fly Bangkok–Phu Quoc via Vietjet from 12 Oct
Thai Vietjet announces its new international services from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Phu Quoc (Vietnam), from 12 October 2022, the airlines is offering special deluxe fares starting from…
Qantas To Build New Flight Training Centre In Sydney
To teach up to 4,500 new and current Qantas and Jetstar pilots and cabin crew per year beginning in early 2024, the Australian airline has announced that it will establish a…
Air Astana flew 3.9 million passengers till July 2022
The group plans to expand the fleet to 59 aircraft by 2025 and develop capabilities in training and maintenance for long-term growth.
Lufthansa Returns To Profit As Travel Surges
Last Thursday, Lufthansa reported that it expects demand for short-haul flights in Europe to drive growth at its passenger airlines this year.
IndiGo turns 16, unveils ‘Three-Point Disembarkation System’
This novel Three Point Disembarkation process will help IndiGo set new standards in customer experience on its 16th anniversary
Vistara launches Mumbai-Jeddah route
Vistara, the joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has inaugurated non-stop flights between Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and Mumbai
Jet Airways to restart commercial operations from September
The ailing airline started the process for hiring pilots for Airbus’ A320 aircraft as well as Boeing’s 737NG and 737Max planes
Twin Lotus Resort & Spa Koh Lanta – My Secret Hideaway in Thailand
We were looking for a four-day hideaway - a memorable island getaway with easy access to Bangkok to chill. We had heard much about this lovely little island but had never visited. This was…
Vistara gears up for Mumbai-Bangkok flights from 5 August
The flights on the Mumbai-Bangkok route will be operated five days a week, using the A320neo aircraft
IndiGo to operate additional flights on three routes
IndiGo is now operating additional flights on Delhi-Leh, Delhi-Srinagar and Lucknow-Pantnagar routes from July due to increased demand
Airbus A380 makes a comeback at Lufthansa
The airline expects to use the long-haul aircraft, which is popular with customers and crews, again from summer 2023
New Airbus A321XLR jet takes off for the first time
Airbus’ first A321XLR (Xtra Long Range) has successfully accomplished its first flight. The aircraft, MSN 11000, took off from Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport at 11:05 hrs CEST for a test…
Love is in the air! Lufthansa takes off as ‘Lovehansa’
On the outside of the aircraft, instead of the Lufthansa livery, it will be “Lovehansa”, which is painted in the colours of the rainbow to symbolise the pride flag
Going Green! IndiGo implements new measures to conserve water and cut carbon emissions
IndiGo is implementing innovative measures to reduce water and fuel consumption on flights
IndiGo appoints Pieter Elbers as CEO
IndiGo has appointed Pieter Elbers, President and CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, as its CEO, replacing Ronojoy Dutta, who will retire on September 30
AirAsia India cuts international connecting baggage fees
AirAsia India announced a special offer of 50% off its International Connecting Baggage (ICB) fees, for bookings made till 30th June 2022
Air France-KLM And IndiGo launch codeshare deal
With this partnership, Air France and KLM will ultimately offer their customers access to 30 new Indian destinations and a large number of round-trip combinations for both business and…
Lufthansa’s green mission gets a boost with ‘carbon neutral’ options
German airline Lufthansa is offering customers the chance to minimise carbon emissions from their flights through the booking process
Air New Zealand to centralise Auckland operation and invest for future
The airline will begin building a new aircraft hangar and has approved in-principle a project to centralise its Auckland workforce at a refurbished airport campus
Eurowings and Cologne Airport join hands to plant 6000 trees in Königsforst
The initiative is the first of its kind in which a German airline and a domestic airport are working hand in hand
IndiGo launches 100 domestic flights in summer schedule
Airline major IndiGo has launched 100 flights connecting key domestic metro cities and regional centres
Bamboo Airways unveils new Vietnam connection
The first flight of Bamboo Airways has taken off from London Heathrow this week
IndiGo restarts India-Thailand flights after two years
IndiGo has began operating flights between India and Thailand from this week onwards after a span of two years
Aeroflot Flight Attendants Treat Putin With Flowers As War On Ukraine Rages On
The outlook for Aeroflot and other Russian carriers, despite the cheery faces, is bleaker than ever.
Airbus Aims 720 Deliveries In 2022 Despite Pandemic Challenges
In 2022, Airbus intends to deliver 720 commercial planes, up from the 611 planes it delivered in 2021.
Asia-Pacific region will need over 17,600 new aircraft by 2040
In the next 20 years, passenger traffic growth of 5.3% per annum and accelerated retirement of older less fuel-efficient aircraft will see the Asia-Pacific region require 17,620 new…
Rahul Bhatia takes charge as IndiGo MD
The Board of Directors of InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo), at its meeting unanimously approved the appointment of its co-founder and promoter, Rahul Bhatia, as its managing director
Qatar Airways Continues Strong Network Expansion
Qatar Airways celebrated the return of nonstop flights between Doha and Sofia, which will began on December 16, 2021.
Qantas Announces Staggering Loss After An Unprecedented Year
Quarterly losses of more than $1.1 billion are expected, although Qantas says it has made progress in decreasing its debt.
The New Aircraft That We Will Be Set To Fly In Starting 2022
Aircraft deliveries have been delayed due to the pandemic, but there’s still something exciting in store for travellers who enjoy trying out new aircraft.
Qatar Airways to launch flights to Tashkent from 17 January 2022
Qatar Airways will add Tashkent, Uzbekistan to its global network with twice weekly flights
Lufthansa Cuts Economy Complementary Alcoholic Drinks
On long-haul flights, Lufthansa will no longer provide complimentary alcoholic beverages for economy and premium economy passengers.
Scoot resumes Singapore-India flights
Scoot has announced the progressive resumption of passenger services between Singapore and India, following the agreement of an air travel bubble arrangement between the two countries
Etihad could scrap Airbus, Boeing aircraft orders
Etihad Airways’ chief executive indicated on Wednesday that the carrier might cancel billions of dollars in aircraft orders with Airbus and Boeing, saying the airline has some time before…
Scoot launches VTL flights to/from Kuala Lumpur, additional flights to other Malaysian destinations in the pipeline
Scoot is delighted to increase passenger services between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur (KL) with the addition of four-times weekly designated Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) flights.
Air NZ to require vaccine proof or negative test for domestic flights
Air New Zealand has announced it would adopt new guidelines for domestic flights across New Zealand from mid-December, with all passengers required to either produce confirmation of complete…
AirAsia resumes flight to quarantine-free Bangkok with inaugural flight
AirAsia is announcing more good news as the inaugural flight to Bangkok took off, with many exciting promotions and deals awaiting guests travelling to Thailand
AirAsia flies 113 weekly flights into Sarawak from 1 November
AirAsia welcomes the announcement by the Sarawak State Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin to boost flight frequency into the state starting 1 November 2021, further easing the…
Because sometimes being there means everything! First major Eurowings campaign since start of pandemic
The new Eurowings campaign "Just be there" stages these special experiences emotionally and authentically in various online video formats
Qantas to order more than 100 new jets to replace domestic fleet
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce announced a multi-billion-dollar order for over 100 new aircraft to replace its ageing domestic fleet and new long-haul aircraft to fly nonstop to London and New York.
An evening in Paris! Vistara to start Delhi-Paris non-stop flights from 7 November
Vistara has announced a non-stop flight service from Delhi to Paris, starting 7 November, under the ‘air bubble’ pact between India and France
British Airways operates first carbon neutral flight
For the first time, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) was used on a British Airways passenger flight.
QantasLink to offer in-flight entertainment
QantasLink will soon offer all passengers complimentary in-flight entertainment options for the first time, as the regional carrier begins to roll out access through the new Qantas…
BA Better World: British Airways unveils new sustainability programme
British Airways has launched BA Better World, its new sustainability programme as it marks a further commitment to put sustainability at the heart of its business
Emirates accelerates the last A380 deliveries
Emirates has been and will continue to be the A380's most important customer for many years.
ITA-Alitalia charters an Airbus A330 to start operations
The first aircraft of Italia Trasporto Aereo to start operations is "Il Tintoretto", the Airbus A330 of over nine years provisionally borrowed from Alitalia to be used in test flights to…
As capacity war continues, Jetstar starts Brisbane–Perth service
Jetstar will compete with rival Virgin and Qantas and launch five return services between Brisbane and Perth in time for the summer season.
Air New Zealand to establish crew base in Brisbane
Air New Zealand has extended its agreement with the Australian Government to operate flights between Norfolk Island and Australia from 30 August 2021 until the end of August 2023.
NSW’s AUD50m bid to make project sunrise a Sydney-only venture
The NSW government secretly offered $50 million to Qantas in exchange for the business making Project Sunrise a Sydney exclusive for five years and retaining its base in the state.
Alitalia newco to launch ops early 3Q21, plans asset tenders
ITA – Italia Trasporto Aereo, the newco Alitalia, must commence flight operations this summer, by June or July, Italy’s minister of economic development, Giancarlo Giorgetti, told the…
Qantas announces USD1.5 billion loss
In a trading update on Thursday morning, Qantas revealed that it was preparing to see an annual loss of more than AUD2 billion (USD1.5 billion) in the 2021 financial year, following its…
Virgin Australia shapes growth strategies to aid tourism recovery
Virgin Australia Group has announced fast-tracked plans to acquire new aircraft, create more frontline jobs and grow its network to further support domestic tourism.
Virgin and Alliance partnership gets the OK from the ACCC
Virgin Australia and Alliance Airlines have received the green light from the consumer watchdog to expand their partnership to cover 41 regional domestic routes and two short-range…
Eurowings flies to Russia and Georgia for first time
Starting in summer with Eurowings non-stop to Russia and Georgia, the airline launches three new direct connections starting in July
Air New Zealand sets sights on Hobart
The airline will be launching a non-stop service between Auckland and Hobart once quarantine-free travel is up and running
Lufthansa phases out A380 and 747’s & launches new business class
The airline will retire their A380, B747-400s, A340-600s, along with A330-200s, B 767-300s operated by other Lufthansa Group airlines.
Airline Accident Fatalities Higher Than 2019 With Less Flights
Despite the sharp reduction in flying during 2020 because of travel restrictions related to the Covid-19 pandemic, fatal losses for the last 12 months were just as high as in some recent…
Eurowings plays Santa, gifts staff their own aircraft this Christmas
Eurowings is first German airline to dedicate an aircraft from its fleet with an exclusive design to its own employees to symbolically thank the ‘best team in the world’
Should we Expect Mandatory Vaccinations for Travel to Asia?
Air Asia’s Tony Fernandes expects countries in Asia to demand Covid-19 vaccinations as a requirement for inbound travel.
Airlines continue with cuts and changes to their business model
The continued unrest of the spread of Covid-19 around the world is continuing to force airlines to make cuts and implement changes to their business models in order to continue fighting the…
Qatar Airways Privilege Club cuts the number of Qmiles required to book award flights by up to 49%
Qatar Airways Privilege Club now offers the most competitive award flight pricing among Middle East carriers Members can now travel with less Qmiles and no booking fees for award flights
Vistara adds Delhi-Doha route from 19 November
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has announced non-stop flights between Delhi and Doha, the capital city of Qatar
India supports airport expansion project in Maldives
India is set to support the expansion of Hanimaadhoo International Airport located in the northern part of the Maldives. An Airports Authority of India (AAI) team visited the Maldives…
Vistara receives first A321neo with lie-flat beds on narrow body jet, first in South Asia
Vistara has received first Airbus A321neo, thus strengthening its commitment to expanding international operations
Air New Zealand jets back to Invercargill
Air New Zealand’s direct A320 jet service between Auckland and Invercargill has resumed today. The airline’s first flight from Auckland to Invercargill will land at 12:40pm, with the…
Thailand Government Divest Share in Thai Airways
The Thailand government will give up its controlling stake in Thai Airways as it approved a financial restructuring for the cash-strapped airline through bankruptcy protection. The airline…
Global Aviation in Crisis
Global aviation has been battered and air traffic remains largely grounded as countries enforce their lockdowns and restrict travel, with few signs that the end is in sight. For the largest…
Cebu Pacific to introduce Contactless Flights as “new normal”
Cebu Pacific will introduce contactless flights in the future when people are ready to fly again.
A View from the Flight Deck
When do we start flying again? With British Airways announcing up the 12,000 job cuts Air and Business Travel News (BTN) has been looking at the situation regarding pilots. British Airways…
Thai VietJet plans new China route
Thai Vietjet will launch a new service linking Bangkok and Haikou in China by late October. The new service will feature in the carrier’s winter season plans for 2020/21 subject to…
Lufthansa to reduce flight operations long-term
The leadership of Lufthansa is not expecting the aviation industry to return to pre-coronavirus crisis levels swiftly, if at all. And, according to its assessment, it will take several…
Air New Zealand: “Domestic travel is still an option”
Air New Zealand is adjusting its domestic network with New Zealand now at Alert Level four.
The airline will operate a limited domestic schedule from 3 April to enable essential travel only…
First Airbus A350-900 joins Aeroflot fleet
Aeroflot has taken delivery of its first A350-900, becoming the launch operator of the latest generation widebody aircraft in eastern Europe. The plane features a distinctive new livery…
SAS unveils flights from London to Scandinavian Mountains Aiport
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has launched tickets to Sweden and Norway’s largest ski resorts, Sälen and Trysil, for winter 2020-21. Direct flights from London Heathrow to Scandinavian…
How did Airbus fare in 2019?
Airbus has reported full-year (FY) 2019 consolidated financial results and provided guidance for 2020. “We achieved a great deal in 2019. We delivered a strong underlying financial…
Travelport bags five in APAC
UK based travel tech firm Travelport announced new partnerships with five airlines today.
The announcement flows the signing of multi-year agreements with Regional Express (Australia),…
Etihad Aviation gets approval to train Boeing pilots
Etihad Aviation Training, the specialist training division of Etihad Aviation Group, has become the first aviation company in the Middle East to gain approval from the European Aviation…
Qatar Airways to unveil Dubrovnik route in May
Qatar Airways has confirmed it will launch flights to Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 18 May 2020. The national carrier for Qatar will also begin seasonal flights to Santorini, Greece, in the…
Flight to success: Airbus delivers robust aircraft performance in 2019
Airbus delivered 863 commercial aircraft to 99 customers in 2019, outpacing its previous output record set in 2018 by 8%. In the 17th yearly production increase in a row, it progressed…
TAP Air outlines steps to zero-carbon future
The national carrier of Portugal, TAP Air Portugal, recently celebrated a milestone in the renovation of its fleet by receiving its 30th new aircraft also ending the commercial operation of…
IndiGo announces Aizawl as 62nd domestic destination
In a bid to strengthen connectivity within North East India, IndiGo has announced Aizawl as its 62nd domestic and 85th overall destination. Mizoram will be the sixth amongst the eight…
Green measures, route expansion and other feathers in Royal Brunei Airlines’ cap
Already flying one of the youngest and eco-friendly fleets in the world, Royal Brunei Airlines has unveiled plans to introduce a host of new eco measures throughout 2020 to ensure the…
AirAsia India starts new routes
AirAsia India will launch its flight services to more cities next fiscal as part of its robust network expansion plans for 2020-21.
The Bengaluru-based carrier flies to Delhi, Mumbai…
Ural Airlines connects Moscow to London Stansted
London Stansted Airport has gained its first scheduled service to Moscow with flights by Russian carrier Ural Airlines. The new four-times a week service is using Airbus A320 aircraft.…
Vietjet hat trick: Airlines adds three new services
Vietjet has announced the launch of three new services connecting Da Nang with Taipei, Singapore and Hong Kong.
The inaugural flights’ ceremonies were held on location, within the…
Lufthansa: “The frequency of flying will be rewarded more than ever”
The Lufthansa Group has announced that from 2021 it will be simplifying its status programme and offering customers an easier collection system for achieving and maintaining Frequent…
15below and the business of disruption management
Named after their commitment to answering the phone in 15 seconds or less, 15below is a global tech company firm dedicated to arming travel companies with the tools they need, in order to…
Vistara to start Mumbai-Colombo service
Vistara, a full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, has announced a six-time-a-week (except Wednesdays) direct service to Colombo, Sri Lanka from…
Gulf Air’s inaugural Maldives flight touches down
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, celebrated its inaugural service to the Maldives as its flight GF144 landed in Velana International Airport in the capital, Male.
Vincent…
Jazeera Airways commences operations out of Gatwick
As of 27 October, Jazeera Airways became the first low-cost carrier from the Middle East to fly from the UK with the launch of services from London Gatwick to Kuwait.
In addition to…
New addition to Budapest Airport’s schedule
Budapest Airport lines up its 12th new service for next summer, announcing Wizz Air’s latest addition to its fast-growing Ukraine network. Confirming the airport’s first link to…
Thai Vietjet introduces new priority check-in service
Thai Vietjet has now introduced new special ‘Priority Check-in’ service which allows passengers to conveniently use the Skyboss service counter (Express) at the airport to save check-in…
Wego reveals cheapest days to book flights
Wego, online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), released its study which covered the cost of over one million bookings in the first half of 2019 to identify…
Pegasus Airlines takes delivery of first A321neo
Pegasus Airlines has taken delivery of its first A321neo aircraft as part of its 100 Airbus aircraft order signed in 2012, which was the single largest-ever aircraft order in Turkish…
Airbus deepens China commitment with AVIC deal
Airbus has reaffirmed its commitment to a long-term strategic partnership with China’s aviation industry. As part of the move, the company has signed a new agreement with Aviation…
End of an era: American Airlines retires MD-80
American Airlines retired its final McDonnel Douglas MD-80 aircraft on 4 September, ending a 36-year run operating a plane affectionately called the Super 80. American’s final scheduled…
“More efficient and kinder to the environment”: PAL brings A321neo SR to Asian regional network
Philippine Airlines has announced that it will be bringing the new Airbus A321neo SR aircraft to its Asian regional flights, as part of carrier’s fleet modernisation programme.
The brand…
AirAsia X places 42 plane order with Airbus
AirAsia X has finalised a firm order with Airbus for an additional 12 A330-900 and 30 A321XLR aircraft. The contract was signed by Rafidah Aziz, chairman of AirAsia X and Guillaume…
Air China boosts Bangkok flights
Air China will start a new flight from Wenzhou in China to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport. The new service will start on 3 November and will continue until 31 March. Using a 180-seat…
Vietjet opens Da Nang-Taipei route
It’s good news for the lovers of land of bubble tea as Vietjet has announced its latest direct route connecting Da Nang – the coastal city in central Vietnam with Taipei. To celebrate…
Etihad celebrates 15 years of service to Bahrain
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its operations between the UAE and Bahrain. Since launching services to Bahrain on 22 August,…
AirAsia celebrates ASEAN Day
AirAsia has introduced a ‘Sustainable ASEAN’ livery on its newest Airbus A320 to mark ASEAN Day celebrations in Bangkok. Alongside the ASEAN chairmanship logo, the special livery…
Eurowings expands its offer to Budapest
Eurowings is increasing the number of its flights to Budapest. From April 2020, the point-to-point airline will fly up to three times a day from Stuttgart and up to two times a day from…
Jazeera Airways to launch daily flights to London
Jazeera Airways, a Kuwaiti low-cost carrier, has announced plans to start flying daily to London from 27 October, serving the British capital in a new A320neo aircraft.
This will be…
Double delight: Cathay Pacific unveils seasonal service to Niigata, returns to Tokushima
The Cathay Pacific Group is giving customers more reasons to jet to Japan this winter with the addition of two extra seasonal routes, including a new service to Niigata and the return of…
On the growth route: Scoot to add 16 new Airbus to fleet
Singapore Airlines' budget arm Scoot, has announced the introduction of 16 brand-new A321neo aircraft into its fleet. The first aircraft, named Wings of Change, will be delivered in the…
Air India to bring all 17 grounded aircraft back into operation by October
India’s national carrier Air India is planning to bring all of its 17 aircraft, which have been grounded for a prolonged period, back into operation by October-end. This was revealed by…
Jetstar adds fifth Service to Okinawa
Jetstar Asia, the only airline to provide direct scheduled flights between Singapore and Okinawa, will boost its services between the two cities from four to five return flights a week,…
Vistara’s first international flight to Singapore from Delhi in August
Vistara is commencing its international operations with its maiden flights to Singapore from Delhi and Mumbai.
The full-service carrier owned by Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines will…
AirAsia India to add nine planes to fleet by end of 2019
AirAsia India has announced plans to strengthen its regional service today. Following the recent grounding of Jet Airways the airline plans to fulfill customer demand for destinations in…
China Southern Airlines takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-900
China Southern Airlines has taken delivery of its first of 20 A350-900 becoming the newest operator of this latest generation and highly efficient twin-engine, long-range widebody…
Vietnam’s Bamboo Airways plans to launch US flights
Vietnamese start-up carrier Bamboo Airways is aiming to launch direct flights to the US using a leased Airbus A380 superjumbo.
Trinh Van Quyet, chairman and chief executive of FLC,…
GoAir is 50-aircraft strong now
GoAir has inducted its 50th aircraft into the fleet. With this new milestone, GoAir has doubled its fleet in less than two years, earning itself the coveted title of India’s fastest…
Etihad unveils seasonal flights to Alexandria, Egypt
Etihad Airways is preparing to launch seasonal summer flights from Abu Dhabi to the historic Egyptian city of Alexandria, one of oldest continuously-inhabited locations in the world and…
Etihad to launch ‘green season’ flights to Salalah, Oman
Etihad Airways is preparing to launch seasonal flights between Abu Dhabi and the beautiful coastal city of Salalah, southern Oman, in time for the region’s unique Khareef, or green…
Gulf Air announces Maldives route, welcomes third Airbus 320neo
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain welcomed the airline’s third Airbus A320neo, which on 26 October will begin operating to Gulf Air’s newest destination, Male, in the Maldives.…
Flynas Airbus deal to open global routes
Flynas, Saudi Arabia's low-cost airline, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 10 A321XLR aircraft, the longest range variant of the A320. As part of the…
Cebu Pacific renews fleet with order of 31 brand-new Airbus NEO aircraft
Carrier in the Philippines, Cebu Pacific (CEB) has announced it has ordered 31 next-generation aircraft from Airbus. The investment accelerates the carrier’s plan to introduce more…
New Airbus A321XLR will help airlines cut costs and fly further
Airbus has announced that new aircraft, the A321XLR, the latest addition to the company’s A321neo, is set to launch by 2023, enabling airlines to reduce costs on fuel but maintaining the…
Raining discounts: Vistara celebrates network expansion with monsoon sale
Vistara has announced a significant network expansion with the addition of 62 new flights to and from Mumbai and Delhi. These new flights represent an over 50% increase in the size of…
Starry connections: Thai Smile joins Star Alliance
The regional subsidiary of Thai Airways, Thai Smile is set to become Star Alliance’s second Connecting Partner airline. The Connecting Partner programme was launched in 2016 to fill gaps…
Vistara to launch overseas flights in second half of 2019
Full-service carrier Vistara plans to launch international services in the second half of this year. A joint venture between Tata and Singapore Airlines, Vistara might also look at…
Vienna Airport extends pilot training centre to make room for advanced tech
Lufthansa Aviation Training Austria GmbH has announced it will be growing its Vienna training centre yesterday at a ground-breaking ceremony attended by Elisabeth Landrichter, head of the…
Aviation round up: “Expert knowledge and dedication”
This week’s aviation round up has distinct TA theme running through it and includes a new agent dedicated hub, a DCC increase and more.
British Airways ‘singing pilot’ returns home to Manchester
British Airways' singing pilot returns home to Manchester in May to help more people overcome their fear of flying.
AirAsia sets to fly Kuala Lumpur-Quanzhou route
AirAsia has announced it is set to fly to Quanzhou in Fujian, China with a daily direct service from Kuala Lumpur commencing 1 May 2019.
737 MAX Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System: Could the craft’s new safety tech be the reason for its failure?
Initial findings have found “similarities” between the two accidents related to the anti-stall software of the aircraft. In both cases, allegedly the pilots battled with the craft software…
In time for cherry blossoms: Vistara and JAL codeshare
Japan Airlines (JAL) and India's finest full-service carrier, Vistara, entered a codeshare partnership that will open up more routes between India and Tokyo than ever before.
Aviation round up: 20 years of Oneworld and the pride of Ethiopia
The first few days of February have seen a flurry of announcements hit the TD inbox, including digital transformations, re purposed aircraft and, of course a couple of new destinations.
Germania goes bust
German carrier Germania has announced it has terminated all flights and is filing for insolvency, citing the increasing cost of fuel and the current strength of the US dollar.
Aviation round up: BA goes BOAC in time and Lufthansa looks to the future
Aviation this week looks to the past as well as the future with some notable tech developments, while an iconic name celebrates a century of flying by rifling through its wardrobe for a…
Aviation round up: Down to the crunch
This week’s round up of the key events and announcements from the world includes historic profits, capacity crunches and…Jazz?
Hot summer routes: Finnair adds 21% to Helsinki-Heathrow capacity
Finnair has announced its plans to add capacity on its route between Helsinki and London Heathrow for the summer 2019 season starting on 31 March 2019.
Hardwired to historic Japan: Cathay launches tenth service of the year
It might be the smallest of the four main islands which make up Japan but Shikoku, as the last of the islands to build transport links to Honshu, the country’s main island, it retains many…
Aviation round-up: “This was a very special moment for me” says Santa
With just one week to go before Christmas -- a peak time for airlines where people take time out from their hectic schedules to head home or visit far flung loved ones. It is time to take a…
Aviation round up: Five US flights on TAP, NokScoot lands in Delhi and more
With December already ten days old, it is time to for TDA’s regular slice of aviation pie. This week features Air New Zealand and SIA, NokScoot and more.
Air New Zealand and SIA
Air…
Aviation round up: BA waves goodbye to an icon, Ethiopian says hello Moscow and more
It is no surprise then that such a vital industry, is awash with announcements of new destinations, new planes, codeshares and sales. This week’s aviation round up, however begins with the…
Qatar Airways updates seasonal routes with more flights and upgraded aircraft
Qatar Airways has announced the return of its recently-launched direct seasonal routes with more flights and upgraded aircraft on two routes from May 2019.
The TD weekly aviation top five
With so many airlines announcing new planes, new schedules and new destinations we have decided to introduce a weekly round-up of some of the most eye catching ones to land at on the news…
Vietjet to score 50 more A321neo
Less than a year after the arrival of its first Airbus A321neo in January, in the first country in SE Asia, it seems the aircraft has made a good impression with Vietjet announcing it has…
Oc-Toba: AirAsia touches down at Silangit International
Lake Toba, Indonesia
Earlier this month the Lake Toba Authority Executive Body (BPODT), a division of the Indonesian Tourism Ministry, signed an agreement with a group of private…
Ireland’s Cork Airport confirms new routes after successful weeks
Cork Airport has confirmed that long-standing airline partner Aer Lingus will introduce flights to Dubrovnik and Nice from Summer 2019.
Qatar Airways Cargo adds Macau to freight network
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced that it has updated its international freight network this week, with the launch of services connecting North America and China.
Lufthansa launches daily Munich-Bangkok flight with the high-tech Airbus A350-900
Following the news earlier this week that Lufthansa had invested up to USD 3 billion on the development of its fleet, the German carrier has announced it will be introducing the Airbus…
Vietjet reveals network priority with four new flights
Vietjet has placed the expansion of its current network at the heart of its plans over the next few months with the launch of four new routes, within a few weeks of each other.
Are you sitting comfortably? ANZ’s new A321neo
Air New Zealand (ANZ) has revealed it is taking passenger experience more seriously with the arrival of its A321neo (new engine option), which has a cabin layout that was created with fliers…
Cathay Pacific launches bi-weekly Tokushima route
The Cathay Pacific Group’s expansion continues as it launches a new two-times-weekly service to Tokushima in Japan. Tokushima is the gateway to Shikoku.
Qatar Airways boosts Mombasa coverage to seven daily flights
Qatar Airways has announced that it will begin operating to Mombasa, with a new service operating four times a week, as of 11 December this year.
Qatar Airways to fly direct to Da Nang, Vietnam
Qatar Airways announced the launch of direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam, starting 19 December 2018.
Peachy keen: Japanese LCC addresses worldwide pilot shortage
Japanese low-cost carrier (LCC) Peach Aviation has announced its plans for the future and a new crop of pilots, with the introduction of the Peach Pilot Challenge Programme.
Chinese carrier Juneyao Airlines unveils new design for Boeing 787
Chinese carrier Juneyao Airlines is scheduled to receive its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner this September, making it the first Chinese private airline to receive a wide-body, long-haul jet…
Vistara to order USD 3.1 billion worth of aircraft from Airbus and Boeing
Vistara, joint venture of Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, agreed to place firm orders with Airbus for 13 aircraft from the A320neo family and with Boeing for six 787-9 Dreamliners valuing…
Lufthansa surpasses aviation industry efficiency gains target by 3%
Lufthansa Group sets new fuel efficiency record
Low cost carrier Scoot launches non-stop flights to Berlin
Scoot launched its third long-haul destination with non-stop four-times-weekly flights to Berlin from Singapore.
Air Astana expands routes in Russia and Europe
Kazakhstan carrier Air Astana has launched new routes in Russia and Europe following the acquisition of new aircraft.
Austrian Airlines new Boeing 777 arrives from Hong Kong with Eurojet fighter escort
Austrian Airlines will welcome the latest addition to its fleet today, after its new Boeing 777 touches down at the airlines hub Vienna International Airport, after a 12 hour flight from…
Fleet expansion helps push Vietjet to USD60 million profit in Q1 of 2018
Following the arrival of its first new Airbus A321neo in January, VietJet has released its first financial statement of 2018, which displays a massive year-on-year increase of 146%.
Gulf Air’s new 787-9 Dreamliner operates regional routes before taking on Bahrain – London
Gulf Air has announced it will launch its newly delivered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its Jeddah route and a number of other regional services, in order to put the aircraft through its paces…
Qatar Airways announces investment in JetSuite, Inc.
The national airline of the State of Qatar and one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, Qatar Airways, announced today its minority stake in JetSuite, Inc., a U.S. private aviation…
AirAsia takes off to Silicon Valley to find best start-ups in the world
AirAsia is making its way into US Silicon Valley in search of the best start-ups in the travel industry.
Aegean announces US$5bn deal with Airbus – the largest private investment in Greek history
Following a solid opening to 2018, which saw Aegean Airways report a 12% growth in January and February's passenger numbers to 1.5 million, Greece’s largest airline has announced more good…
Cathay Dragon spreads wings over thriving Jinan
The Cathay Pacific Group’s expansion across mainland China continues apace, with the announcement that Cathay Dragon will commence a new four-times-weekly service between Hong Kong and…
Cobalt Air to launch Heathrow link
Cobalt Air has announced a daily service beginning 27 March 2018, linking London Heathrow directly with Larnaca, Cyprus.
The airline is the only carrier offering connections to Cyprus…
Oman Air congratulated by GE Aviation for record breaking engine change
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, was recently praised by GE Aviation, for its record breaking Boeing 787 engine change. The procedure was completed in just 20 hours,…
Vistara excited to bring ‘new feeling of flying’ to Chennai
Indian full-service carrier, Vistara, has announced the addition of Chennai to its steadily expanding network, making it the 22nd destination on the airline’s network. Effective February…
Air Asia X increases flights to the Maldives
AirAsia is increasing its Maldives operations with the commencement of additional services to be operated by its long-haul affiliate AirAsia X, in addition to the daily flights currently…
Vietjet receive first Airbus A321neo in Southeast Asia
Vietjet, has become the first airline in Southeast Asia to acquire an A321neo (new engine option) after the Airbus aircraft landed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport from Hamburg,…
Cathay Dragon: New HK to Nanning service
Cathay Dragon announced today that it will commence a new four-times-weekly service between Hong Kong and Nanning in Guangxi beginning 8 January 2018, further strengthening the airline’s…
SriLankan Airlines’ passenger know-how reaches the APEX of service
SriLankan Airlines have added yet another feather to its cap by being honoured with a prestigious Four Star Rating by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) in the first ever…
Air New Zealand takes off with World Cup 2018
Air New Zealand is deploying additional capacity between Auckland and Wellington over the weekend of 11-12 November to help football fans see the All Whites take on Peru in the FIFA World…
Thomas Cook creates new airline base in Majorca
Thomas Cook Group Airlines has launched a new airline, based in Majorca, to supplement its existing operations.
Currently operating ongoing airlines in Germany, the UK and…
LATAM Airlines announces new connections from Europe
LATAM Airlines Group has announced that it will offer two new European flights in 2018 from Rome, Italy and Lisbon, Portugal to São Paulo/Guarulhos, Brazil.
It will connect Europe to the…
Cathay Pacific places LEAP-1A engine order with CFM
The Cathay Pacific Group and CFM International have concluded an order for the advanced LEAP-1A engine, which will be used to power the Group’s 32 new Airbus A321 neo aircraft. The engine…
Another new airline to launch in Cambodia
Cambodia will welcome another new airline next month, when Lanmei Airlines takes to the skies.
The Phnom Penh Post reports that the new carrier will be based in the Cambodian capital…
Cathay Dragon pens major deal to revamp fleet
Cathay Dragon, the Hong Kong-based airline formerly known as Dragonair, has signed a major agreement to modernise and expand its fleet.
The carrier has signed a memorandum of…
Qatar Airways adds more flights to South Asian capitals
Qatar Airways continues to expand its South Asian operations with the launch of additional flights to two regional capitals: Colombo and Dhaka.
Effective 1 September 2017, the…
Asian air route updates, including connections to Krabi, Chongqing and Hiroshima
Malaysia Airlines to launch Chongqing route
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Chongqing (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 30 October 2017
Who? Malaysia Airlines
Why?…
AirAsia starts flying to Cambodia’s coast
AirAsia has launched its first flights to Sihanoukville, Cambodia's main coastal resort.
This week, the low-cost carrier commenced a new non-stop service which will now operate four…
Indian airlines to need 2,100 new jets
Indian airlines will need to purchase 2,100 new jet aircraft valued at US$290 billion over the next 20 years, a new report has predicted.
According to Boeing's latest Current Market…
Singapore gets new connection to Okinawa
Singapore will get a new direct link to the island of Okinawa next year, when Jetstar Asia expands its Japanese network.
Commencing on 17 November 2017, to coincide with the start of…
Jetstar adds third Thai destination
Singapore-based Jetstar will soon launch flights to Hat Yai, its third destination in Thailand.
Tickets are now on sale for the direct service between Singapore and the southern Thai…
Filipino-Korean airline to launch second route
A new Korean-backed passenger airline in the Philippines is planning to launch its second international route this month.
Pan Pacific Airlines, which is based at Kalibo International…
Nepal’s national carrier flies into online era
The national carrier of Nepal has entered a new era with the launch of online ticketing services.
China's Xinhua news agency reported Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) as saying that the…
Batik Air gets connected with Sabre
Indonesia's Batik Air has signed its first-ever global distribution system (GDS) agreement with Sabre.
The deal will see Batik, which is part of the fast-expanding Lion Group,…
easyJet set to fly from Southampton Airport for the first time
easyJet has announced it is to start flying from a new UK airport with a new route from Southampton to Geneva.
It will be the first time the airline has operated from the South Coast…
Vistara names new CEO
Leslie Thng has been appointed CEO of Vistara, Singapore Airlines' Indian joint venture.
A former chief executive of SilkAir, Thng was previously the chief commercial officer of…
Hong Kong gets new Sri Lankan link
Hong Kong residents will soon be offered a new direct connection to Colombo, following the rearrangement of SriLankan Airlines' Asian operations.
Effective 15 July 2017, the national…
AirAsia India to go international
AirAsia India is aiming to launch international operations later this year, following the expansion of its fleet.
The Economic Times reported the low-cost carrier's CEO, Amar Abrol,…
Vietnam’s Jetstar Pacific starts fleet revamp
Jetstar Pacific, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has started renewing its fleet.
The airline recently took delivery of the first of 10 brand new Airbus A320 aircraft, as part of its…
AirAsia bolsters fleet to meet short-term demand
AirAsia has ordered 14 more Airbus A320 aircraft, as it aims to meet short-term demand on its short-haul network.
The low-cost carrier already had outstanding orders for almost 400…
Scoot goes long-haul with European launch
Scoot reached a new milestone this week when it launched its first genuine long-haul route and its inaugural service to Europe.
Singapore Airlines' low-cost carrier touched down in…
Indonesia’s Lion Air hits headlines again
Indonesia's Lion Air Group, which has previously placed two of the world's largest aircraft orders, hit the headlines again this week with another massive deal.
The group, which now…
Scoot sets date for Tigerair rebranding
Singapore-based low-cost carrier, Tigerair, will be merged with and rebranded as Scoot on 25 July 2017, it has been confirmed.
The two airlines, both of which are owned by Singapore…
AirAsia connects Bangkok with the Maldives
AirAsia has unveiled plans to launch a new service allowing Thai travellers to fly direct to the Maldives.
Commencing on 11 August 2017, the low-cost carrier will operate daily…
Cebu Pacific boosts capacity on domestic routes
Cebu Pacific will increase the capacity of several domestic routes from Manila next month, with a switch from ATR turboprop aircraft to Airbus jets.
Effective 4 July 2017, flights…
Global aircraft fleet to double in next 20 years
The number of commercial aircraft operating around the world will double in the next 20 years, Airbus has predicted.
In its latest Global Market Forecast, the European planemaker said…
Cebu Pacific boosts Hong Kong capacity with new large jets
Cebu Pacific has taken delivery of two new large aircraft, which it will now use to increase capacity on its Hong Kong routes.
The Philippine low-cost carrier will upgrade its…
Air New Zealand goes large in Samoa
Samoa's tourism industry is set for a boost, following Air New Zealand's decision to fly its large, twin-aisle aircraft to the Pacific island nation.
The airline usually deploys a…
Air New Zealand adds flights for rugby fans
Air New Zealand will add dozens of domestic flights over the coming weeks, to cater for rising demand from rugby fans.
Following the release of schedules for the British & Irish…
Vistara eyes international future with new Airbus jet
Vistara has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320neo - the new fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft.
The airline, which is a joint venture between Singapore Airlines and Tata, has…
Germania appoints new chief operating officer
From 1 July this year, Clauspeter Schwarz will become Germania Fluggesellschaft mbH’s new chief operating officer (COO).
He will join the management team of the airline which has been led…
Malindo Air welcomes world’s first Boeing 737 MAX
Malaysia's Malindo Air continued to expand and modernise its fleet this week with the delivery of its first ever Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
The new jet, a 737 MAX 8 model, was handed…
IndiGo buys 50 ATRs to enter Indian regional market
IndiGo has placed its first ever aircraft order with ATR as it bids to enter the Indian regional market.
The low-cost carrier has agreed to purchase 50 ATR 72-600 aircraft in a deal…
Cambodia’s newest airline spreads wings across Asia
JC International Airlines, the Chinese-backed Cambodian carrier that launched earlier this year, has started adding a series of new routes across Asia.
Previously the only overseas route…
AirAsia “explores” COMAC C919
AirAsia is "exploring" the COMAC C919, China's new domestically-made passenger aircraft.
As part of the airline's move into the mainland Chinese market, AirAsia's executive chairman,…
Willie Walsh hails “game-changing” new aircraft
The new Airbus A321neo aircraft will be a “game-changer” for the airline industry, IAG chief executive Willie Walsh has said.
In a panel discussion at the CAPA Airline Leader Summit in…
China’s new passenger jet takes to the skies
China aviation industry took a major step forward today, when the country's new domestically-made passenger aircraft, the COMAC C919, made its maiden flight.
The single-aisle jet took off…
Finnair to launch winter flights from UK to Kittilä in Lapland
Finnair has announced that it will start flying non-stop from the UK to Kittilä, in Lapland, in addition to the previously announced new service to Ivalo.
The new direct service will link…
Internet now available on Lufthansa flights
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines are offering high speed internet on many of their short- and medium-haul flights.
Internet access will also be available on Eurowings flights in a few…
AirAsia traffic soars in first quarter
AirAsia saw a sharp rise in its passenger traffic in the first quarter of 2017.
In the first three months of the year, the group's five short-haul budget airlines carried a combined total…
泰航扩展夏季航线
泰国国际航空（THAI）近日调整了航班飞行时间，并扩张了与泰国微笑航空（Thai Smile）的代码共享合作至2017夏季活动重，从今天开始生效。
泰航执行副总裁Teerapol…
Chinese passenger jet expected to fly soon
China's new passenger aircraft, which is being billed as a rival to the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320, is preparing for its maiden flight.
Xinhua reported Shanghai-based manufacturer,…
AirAsia goes large
AirAsia will introduce an Airbus A330 aircraft on two routes this month, marking the first time the short-haul low-cost carrier has utilised large, twin-aisle large aircraft.
From 19…
Hong Kong Airlines teams up with Asiana
Hong Kong Airlines has entered into codeshare partnership with Asiana Airlines, in an effort to provide more flight options between Hong Kong and South Korea.
Under the new agreement,…
SriLankan unveils first routes for new aircraft
SriLankan Airlines will start taking delivery of its brand new fleet of Airbus A321neo aircraft this summer, and the national carrier has revealed the routes on which it is planning to…
TAP launches new fare concept for international flights
TAP Portugal, the leading airline to Portugal from the UK, is now offering its customers more freedom of choice when purchasing tickets for the intercontinental flights with new branded…
AirAsia speeds up Wi-Fi service
AirAsia has signed a deal that will increase the speed of its in-flight Wi-Fi and entertainment services.
The group has penned a Memorandum of Understand (MoU) with Inmarsat for the…
Air New Zealand makes middle seat more appealing
Air New Zealand is introducing a new economy class layout that could make the middle seat more appealing - or at least slightly less unappealing.
The new slimline seat design, which was…
John Borghetti leads Virgin Australia into bright new era
After six years at the helm of Virgin Australia, John Borghetti is as charming, polished and passionate about the airline as ever. He has led the company through many substantial challenges,…
Smallest Airbus jet takes to the skies
The new version of Airbus' smallest passenger jet has taken to the skies.
The Airbus A319neo performed its maiden flight from Hamburg to Toulouse recently, remaining airborne for five…
TAP spreads wings in Africa
TAP, the Portuguese national carrier, will expand its operations in Africa this summer, with the launch of a brand new service to Togo.
Effective 17 July 2017, the airline will…
Air New Zealand bids farewell to Boeing 767s
Air New Zealand has retired its fleet of Boeing 767 aircraft, more than 30 years after the aircraft were first introduced.
The airline's last remaining 230-seat 767-300 aircraft took…
柬埔寨JC航空18日正式成立
JC（柬埔寨）国际航空18日晚上在金边索菲特大酒店隆重举行了正式开航庆典。
旅游部国务秘书苏玛拉、民航国务秘书处秘书长毛哈万那、社会各界等出席JC（柬埔寨）国际航空开航庆典。…
New Chinese-backed airline launches in Cambodia
A new airline has taken to the skies in Cambodia.
JC International Airlines, which is part-owned by Yunnan Jingcheng Group, the Chinese company that also operates Kunming-based Ruili…
Airbus starts work on major training centre in India
Airbus is investing in the future of the Indian aviation sector, with the development of a major new training centre near Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
A ground-breaking…
Air New Zealand introduces Dreamliner on Adelaide route
With visitor numbers between New Zealand and South Australia continuing to soar, Air New Zealand has announced that it will start flying its twin-aisle Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft…
New Korean carrier to launch in 2018
A new airline will take to the skies in South Korea next year.
KAIR Airlines will be based in Cheongju, the capital of North Chungcheong province in central South Korea, and will…
Vistara heads north with double launch
Vistara has expanded its network in northern India with the launch of two new routes to Punjab.
The airline, which is a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, kicked off a new daily…
SalamAir launches flights to Dubai
SalamAir, Oman’s new budget airline, has launched its first international destination.
The double daily service to Dubai will operate from Muscat International Airport to Dubai World…
Finnair to take Heathrow A350 XWB service daily
Finnair has confirmed its flagship long-haul aircraft, the Airbus A350 XWB, will operate a daily service between London Heathrow and Helsinki replacing the current Airbus A320 aircraft on…
Air India starts revamp of short-haul fleet
Air India has started a major revamp of its short- and medium-haul fleet, with the arrival of its first ever Airbus A320neo aircraft.
The new single-aisle jet is first of 14 aircraft…
Eurowings retires Bombardier fleet
Eurowings has retired its last Bombardier CRJ-900 jet, ending the airline’s chapter as a regional airline.
The airline is now unifying its fleet towards the larger Airbus A320.
Flight…
Shanghai’s Juneyao Airlines plans for long-haul future
Juneyao Airlines, the Shanghai-based carrier, is moving ahead with its long-haul expansion plans, as it targets the launch of new routes to the US and Europe.
The airline has…
Qatar Airways launches long-awaited Skopje service
Qatar Airways has confirmed the start date of its long-awaited scheduled direct service to Skopje, the capital of the Republic of Macedonia, with four-weekly flights beginning 17 July 2017.…
AirAsia adds domestic trio in India
AirAsia India has unveiled plans to launch a trio of new domestic routes.
Effective 19 February 2017, the low-cost carrier will commence flights from Delhi's Indira Gandhi…
China’s new passenger jet set for maiden flight
China's new passenger aircraft, the COMAC C919, could make its maiden flight in the first half of this year, it has been revealed.
The state-run People's Daily reported a senior…
Cambodia’s new airline postpones launch
A new Chinese-backed Cambodian airline has postponed its launch until April, the Phnom Penh Post reports.
JC international Airlines was originally expected to commence operations this…
IndiGo boosts Singapore, domestic flights
IndiGo, the Indian low-cost carrier, has unveiled plans to add a series of new domestic services this month.
On 16 February 2017, the airline will double the frequency of its…
Asian air route updates: HK Express, Tianjin Airlines and more
HK Express completes Pacific island double
Where? Hong Kong to Saipan (Northern Mariara Islands)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? HK Express
Why? New leisure travel…
Etihad adds peak season flights to the Maldives
Etihad Airways has announced plans to launch additional flights to the Maldives during the peak summer period.
Between 1 July and 17 September 2017, the airline will operate four…
Finnair to fly direct from London to Lapland
Finnair has announced that it will start flying non-stop from the UK to Finnish Lapland. The new direct service will link London Gatwick and Ivalo twice a week from mid-December 2017 until…
Cambodia’s new airline prepares to launch
A new Chinese-backed Cambodian airline is set to launch next month.
The Phnom Penh Post reports that JC International Airlines expects to take delivery of its first aircraft in the…
New Nepalese airline flies to Southeast Asia
Himalaya Airlines, the new Nepalese airline, will launch its first flights to Southeast Asia next month.
Commencing on 10 February 2017, the Kathmandu-based carrier will operate five…
