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Air France-KLM expresses ‘interest’ in Spanish carrier Air Europa stake
The owner of Air Europa has confirmed that the French-Dutch multinational airline Air France-KLM has expressed an “interest” in the Spanish carrier. The confirmation comes as news circulated that Air France-KLM was in talks with the Air Europa owner Globalia over a 20% investment in the…
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Jetstar unveils brand-new staff uniform as first ever Airbus A320neo arrives
In an incredibly busy week, low-cost carrier Jetstar has unveiled a brand-new uniform for 6,000 staff members while welcoming its first ever Airbus A320neo aircraft. On November…
Greenland gets a new runway as Nuuk Airport unveils 2,200m landing strip
Coming just a few days after Nuuk Airport (GOH) in Greenland opened a new passenger terminal, the facility has now cut the ribbon on its new 2,200m (7,216ft) tarmac runway. The new, lengthened…
Russia launches missile and drone attack at Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
An air alert has been issued after Russia launched a missile and drone strike at power infrastructure across Ukraine, targeting several cities. Herman Halushchenko, Ukraine’s Energy…
Nolinor Boeing 737 lands in Montreal without one main gear leg extended: video
A Nolinor Aviation Boeing 737-400 has suffered substantial damage after it made an emergency landing at Montreal without one of its main landing gear legs extended. The passengers were…
In pictures: Emirates invites the world to step inside its first Airbus A350
After months of feverish anticipation, the wait is finally over after Emirates officially unveiled its brand new (and first ever) Airbus A350. At an exclusive event in Dubai on…
DHL Boeing 737 crash in Vilnius, Lithuania: What we know so far
On the morning of November 25, 2024, a Boeing 737-400 freighter operated by Swiftair of Spain on behalf of global logistics giant DHL crashed on final approach into Vilnius Airport (VNO) in…
Major US airlines use extra fees to increase profits, PSI report finds
Major US airlines have used extra fees, often called “junk” fees, to boost profits, leading to higher prices for travelers, according to a Senate subcommittee report. The…
Kazakhstan’s Air Astana signs codeshare agreement with Etihad Airways
Air Astana, Kazakhstan’s flag carrier, and Etihad Airways are the latest airlines to enter into a strategic codeshare agreement. The codeshare took effect on November 26, 2024, marking an…
Security at US bases in England tightened after unidentified drone sightings
US military officials are monitoring a series of drone incidents near USAF-operated bases in England, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Major General Pat Ryder confirmed during a press…
RAAF tests Dura-Base technology for airfield damage repair capability
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has conducted a series of trials using Dura-Base technology to test its airfield damage repair (ADR) capability. Dura-Base are heavy duty mats that…
Southwest alters landing procedure to reduce cabin crew turbulence injuries
Southwest Airlines will alter landing procedures from December 2024, in an effort to reduce injuries sustained by cabin crew members during turbulence, according to an internal…
Black boxes from DHL aircraft crash in Vilnius to be sent abroad for analysis
The black boxes found inside a cargo aircraft operated by global courier DHL that crashed in Vilnius will be sent to another EU country for further analysis, the National Crisis Management…
Dubai ruler given exclusive Emirates A350 access tour ahead of official unveil
The Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, has been given an exclusive tour of Emirates’ first ever Airbus A350 ahead of the…
US airports prepare for busiest Thanksgiving travel weekend in history
Airports across the United States are expected one, if not, the busiest holiday travel weekends in their history as the 2024 Thanksgiving holidays get underway. While many will take to the…
Bombardier Defense delivers first Global 6500 spy plane to US Army
Bombardier Defense has delivered the first Global 6500 to the US Army for deployment as part of the High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System program, known as HADES. …
Japan halts Epsilon S rocket test after explosion at Kagoshima’s Takezaki site
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has stopped an engine combustion test for the second stage of the new solid-fuel Epsilon S rocket after a fire broke out at a facility in…
American, Frontier aircraft clip wings on tarmac at Boston Logan Airport: video
Two aircraft operated by American Airlines and Frontier Airlines clipped wings while on the tarmac at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)…
Emirates unveils new special A380 livery celebrating 125 years of AC Milan
Emirates, the world’s largest airline as well as the Official Airline Partner and Principal Partner of the AC Milan soccer team based in Italy, has unveiled a striking new A380 special livery…
EVA Air continues to see strong growth, to begin direct Dallas flights in 2025
EVA Air of Taiwan has revealed expansion plans that will see the Taipei-based carrier launch a new route Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) from its home base at Taoyuan International Airport…
UK delivers more Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine amid policy shift
The United Kingdom has covertly delivered a new batch of long-range Storm Shadow cruise missiles to Ukraine. According to a report from Bloomberg, the transfer of military supplies…
