Air Astana Takes Delivery of New Airbus A320neo
Air Astana, Kazakhstan's national carrier, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, marking a significant milestone in the airline's fleet modernization efforts.
ACI World to Host 2024 Customer Experience Summit and Exhibition in Atlanta
Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced that it will host its prestigious Customer Experience Summit and Exhibition in Atlanta, USA, from September 23-26, 2024.
Iberia Tentatively Schedules November Airbus A321XLR Launch
Iberia, Spain's flag carrier and part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), has tentatively scheduled the launch of its first Airbus A321XLR (Extra Long Range) operations for November 2024.
FAA Extends Reduced Flight Requirements at New York City-area Airports Until October 2025
The New York City airspace is notoriously complex and congested, with the three major airports handling a combined total of over 132 million passengers in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. The FAA has long implemented various measures to manage this congestion...
Alaska Airlines to Launch Portland-New Orleans Route in 2025
Alaska Airlines has announced the launch of a new seasonal route connecting Portland, Oregon, to New Orleans, Louisiana, starting January 6, 2025. This exciting addition to Alaska's network marks the first nonstop flight between these two vibrant cities...
African Airlines Set for Small Profit, According to IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has recently released a forecast indicating that African airlines are poised to achieve a small profit in the coming year, marking a significant turnaround for the continent's aviation sector.
Gulf Air Launches New Munich to Bahrain Route
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the launch of a new direct route connecting Munich, Germany, to Bahrain. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone for the airline and strengthens its presence in the European market...
Global Total Passenger Forecast for 2023 Reaches 8.5 Billion, 93.8% Recovery from Pre-Pandemic Levels
The global aviation industry is on a strong recovery trajectory, with the latest forecasts indicating that total passenger numbers for 2023 are expected to reach 8.5 billion.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Retains Top Spot as World's Busiest Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has once again secured its position as the world's busiest airport, continuing a remarkable streak that has lasted for over two decades.
EasyJet Adds Derry to Network with Liverpool and Edinburgh Flights
EasyJet, one of Europe's leading low-cost carriers, has announced a significant expansion of its network with the addition of new routes connecting City of Derry Airport (LDY) in Northern Ireland to Liverpool and Edinburgh.
Air France to Open New Transatlantic Service to Phoenix
Air France has announced plans to launch a new transatlantic service connecting Paris to Phoenix, Arizona, marking a significant expansion of its North American network.
WestJet Dash 8 Aborts Take-Off Due to Mobile Phone Alarm
A WestJet Dash 8 aircraft was forced to abort its take-off at a Canadian airport after a passenger's mobile phone alarm caused confusion in the cockpit. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges airlines face with electronic devices on board...