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ATR shows impact of regional air connectivity in Indonesia with video series
Franco-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR released a series of videos showcasing the impact of regional air connectivity on local communities and industries across Indonesia. Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world with 255 million people. And with the country made up of over 17,000…
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Iran claims EU sanctions targeting airlines and missile developers ‘unjustified’
Iran has condemned a raft of sanctions announced by the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) as “unjustified” and “contrary to international law”. Esmaeil Baghaei, an Iranian…
flyadeal plans major international expansion, contemplates first widebody order
Low-cost carrier flyadeal has revealed plans for a major expansion of its international route network in the coming months. The announcement comes as the Saudi Arabia-based carrier also…
EU sanctions Iranian airlines over weapon transfers to Russia
The European Union has imposed restrictive measures against seven individuals and seven entities, including three Iranian airlines, in response to Iran’s missile and drone transfers to…
Etihad CEO says new routes ‘on the horizon’ as passenger numbers soar by 35%
The Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves says that more new routes are “on the horizon” as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) flag carrier announced that passenger numbers have soared by 35% by…
NASA launches mission to Jupiter’s moon Europa to search for life beyond Earth
NASA scientists are searching for signs of life outside Earth. To explore this further NASA is set to launch a new mission to Europa, one of Jupiter’s largest moons, to explore the chances of…
The 10 most frequently asked questions from pilots considering ACMI
Airlines today are turning to Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (ACMI) flying to increase their operational flexibility for seasonal changes in demand for air travel. This flying…
UK Prime Minister unveils $1.4 billion London-Stansted Airport investment
The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a £1.1 billion ($1.4 billion) investment in London-Stansted Airport (STN) at the International Investment Summit in the British capital…
French defense minister opposed transfer of second-hand Rafale jets to Ukraine
French Minister of Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu opposed the transfer of second-hand Rafale fighter jets to Ukraine. According to a report by Le Monde, President Emmanuel Macron’s…
EU-banned Armenian Airlines secures AOC extension for 16 years, new 2025 routes
The Civil Aviation Committee of the Republic of Armenia has extended Armenian Airlines’ air operator certificate (AOC) by 16 years, the carrier has announced. In a statement on…
BOC Aviation expands leasing fleet to 693 aircraft and raises further finance
BOC Aviation, the aircraft leasing arm of the Bank of China, has released figures from the company’s latest fleet review as well as revealing some financial news regarding a recent bonds issue…
China Airlines evaluates next large widebody order, A350 and 777X contenders
A report published by Reuters on October 11, 2024, states that Taiwan-based China Airlines is looking to place an order for its next generation of widebodies, with both the Airbus A350 and…
QantasLink A220s expand network as the airline’s 717s approach retirement
October 14, 2024, saw the inaugural arrival of a QantasLink Airbus A220 in Launceston, Tasmania. The event marks the first time the newest aircraft type to join the parent company’s fleet has…
Boeing’s Compact Laser Weapon defeats large drones in Red Sands Exercise
Boeing reported that its Compact Laser Weapon System, or CLWS, successfully engaged and defeated large drones for the first time. The manufacturer said in a statement that its weapon, a…
Ukrainian spy agency destroys Russian Tu-134 deep in enemy territory: video
The Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has confirmed that a Russian Tupolev Tu-134 military transport aircraft has been destroyed deep within enemy…
Air India flight from Mumbai to New York diverts to Delhi following bomb threat
An Air India flight that had just departed from Mumbai bound for New York was forced to divert to Delhi following a bomb threat posted on social media. The flight, operated by one of the…
U.S. to send THAAD and 100 troops to bolster Israel’s air defense
The United States will enhance Israel’s air defense capabilities by deploying an advanced anti-missile system, along with U.S. troops to operate it. The decision comes in response to…
Lufthansa CEO raises concerns over escalating airport fees in Germany
Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr has raised concerns about the future of air travel in Germany. According to the head of the country’s flag carrier, escalating airport fees and new government…
Musk’s SpaceX launches Starship test flight, catches booster: video
SpaceX has successfully completed its fifth Starship test flight, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ambitious plan to develop a fully reusable rocket system. On October…
Romania’s TAROM to retire its last active A318 Baby Bus
The Romanian national carrier, TAROM, is set to sell its last active Airbus A318 narrow-body aircraft as part of its ongoing restructuring process, marking a significant transition for the…
British Airways scales back Dreamliner flights amid engine parts shortage
British Airways, the United Kingdom’s flag carrier, has made significant adjustments to its flight schedule due to ongoing issues with the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. The airline has…
