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Corsair takes to the skies in pink this October

  For the fourth consecutive year, Corsair is reaffirming its commitment to the fight against breast cancer by partnering with the association "Les Hôtesses de l’Air contre le Cancer" as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout October, passengers will encounter a series of dedicated initiatives, from onboard fundraising activities and female-led cr...

Etihad Airways and Ibom Air launch interline partnership linking Nigeria to Etihad’s global network

Etihad Airways has signed an interline agreement with Nigerian airline Ibom Air, enabling travellers to connect seamlessly beyond Lagos and Accra to five destinations across Nigeria on a single ticket. The partnership will take effect when Etihad launches its own services to both cities in March 2027. Under the agreement, passengers arriving on Etihad flights in Lagos or Accra will be ab...

Travel leaders unite behind EU Digital Omnibus to advance the future of secure biometric travel

A new travel industry coalition is urging EU policymakers to adopt a balanced and proportionate approach to biometric travel, ensuring passengers can benefit from secure and seamless journeys while maintaining control over their personal data, privacy and fundamental rights. ACI EUROPE, Amadeus, IATA, IDEMIA Public Security and SITA have launched the Responsible Biometrics Travel Industr...

Emirates arrives in Helsinki for the first time

  Emirates has officially inaugurated services to Helsinki, marking a significant milestone in connectivity between Finland and the United Arab Emirates. The new daily route is the only year-round, non-stop air link between the two countries, creating new opportunities for leisure travel, business exchange and trade. Flight EK167 touched down at Helsinki Airport at 13:30 local time, whe...

Tecnam expands U.S. presence with Finnoff as exclusive Western Region distributor for the P2012

Tecnam has announced a landmark strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the growth of its P2012 aircraft family across the United States. Under the agreement, Finnoff has been appointed the exclusive distributor for the Tecnam P2012 series throughout the Western United States, including the highly acclaimed P2012 VIP. At the same time, selected Blackhawk Performance Centers will serve as Autho...

FACC unlocks new growth opportunities through strategic funding

Rising production rates and the launch of new aircraft programs are driving increased demand for manufacturing capacity across the aerospace industry. To support this growth, FACC plans to invest approximately EUR 350 million by 2030 in advanced technologies, infrastructure expansion, and the further internationalization of its operations. As part of this long-term growth st...

KLM marks fleet milestone with delivery of its first Airbus A350-900

Dutch flag carrier KLM, part of the Air France-KLM Group, has welcomed its first Airbus A350-900, marking a significant step in the airline’s long-haul fleet modernization strategy. The arrival of the next-generation widebody reinforces KLM’s commitment to operating a more efficient and passenger-focused fleet. Alongside its existing Airbus fleet of ten A330 Family aircraft and sevente...

GE Aerospace names FL Technics Indonesia as first MRO partner for avionics support

FL Technics Indonesia, the first MRO in Indonesia to be appointed as a GE Aerospace avionics support partner, has signed a service support agreement with GE Aerospace covering Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 aircraft. The partnership extends avionics support capabilities across the company's maintenance facilities in Jakarta and Bali. The agreement was officially signed during MRO Asia-Pacific i...

Azerbaijan Airlines continues fleet modernisation with delivery of another Airbus A321neo

Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), part of AZCON Holding, has taken delivery of another Airbus A321neo, increasing its fleet to 31 aircraft as the carrier continues its long-term modernisation strategy. The new-generation aircraft will support capacity growth across high-demand routes while enhancing operational efficiency. Its addition provides the airline with greater flexibility to optimise flight sch...

Textron Aviation helps shape tomorrow’s workforce through Kansas’ first aviation youth apprenticeship initiative

As the first aviation company in Kansas to introduce state-registered youth apprenticeships through the Kansas Office of Apprenticeships, Textron Aviation is taking a leading role in workforce development. The initiative provides high school students from age 16 with paid, real-world learning opportunities that foster industry knowledge, practical skills, and early career readiness, helping cultiv...

Ethiopian Airlines grows cargo ambitions with Boeing 777 and 777-8 freighters

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines have announced a new cargo fleet expansion agreement, with the African carrier ordering eight 777-8 Freighters and two additional 777 Freighters. The investment will enable Ethiopian Airlines to combine the proven reliability and operational efficiency of the current-generation 777 Freighter with the advanced capabilities of Boeing’s next-generation 777-8 Freigh...

FLYONE Armenia orders two Airbus A321neo

FLYONE Armenia, the country’s leading airline, has finalised an order with Airbus for two A321neo aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its fleet modernisation strategy. The agreement was initially announced as a Memorandum of Understanding during French President Emmanuel Macron’s official visit to Yerevan on 5 May 2026. The aircraft, which represent FLYONE Armenia’s f...