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flydubai signs MoU with Emirates Aviation University to launch Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme for Emirati talent

Understanding aircraft de-icing: why it matters, how it works, and what passengers rarely see

Most passengers boarding a flight on a cold winter morning don’t give much thought to the trucks and equipment moving around their aircraft. Among them are de-icing teams – carrying out a procedure that is absolutely essential to flight safety in cold weather. According to Luca Zinnemann...

Air Astana finalizes order for up to 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets

Air Astana has finalized an order for up to 15 787 Dreamliner jets to grow and modernize its Boeing widebody fleet. The agreement for additional 787-9 airplanes will enable Air Astana to expand its operations and enhance its passengers' experience. The order, previously announced as a commitment...

GetJet Airlines signs long-term ACMI partnership with Eurowings, Lufthansa Group

GetJet Airlines has signed a long-term partnership agreement with Eurowings, part of the Lufthansa Group, following a successful and thorough selection process. Starting in March 2026, six aircraft from the GetJet Airlines fleet will operate from Hamburg Airport, supporting Eurowings’ summer operations and providing additional capacity to enhance the Lufthansa Group’s European connecti...

United Airlines selects GE Aerospace GEnx engines to power new 787 Dreamliners

GE Aerospace announced that United Airlines has selected 300 GEnx engines to power their new Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The agreement also includes additional spare engines and brings United Airlines' 787 fleet to more than 200 GEnx powered aircraft. Mohamed Ali, President & CEO, GE Aerospace Commercial Engines & Services, commented: "GE Aerospace has an enduring relatio...

airBaltic receives its 54th Airbus A220-300 aircraft

On 15 February airBaltic welcomed its newest Airbus A220-300 jet, registered as YL-BTD, in Riga. This is the second aircraft delivered to airBaltic in 2026 and the 54th of this type overall. The newest jet strengthens airBaltic’s Airbus A220-300 fleet, which operates across the airline’s route network, connecting passenge...

Lufthansa City Airlines opens new base in Frankfurt

Lufthansa City Airlines officially commenced flight operations from Frankfurt Airport, the Lufthansa Group's largest hub. Following its successful launch in Munich in summer 2024, the opening of the new base in Frankfurt marks another milestone in the expansion of the Group's newest airline. “With our new base and the targeted expansion of our short-haul network, we are simultaneousl...

flydubai launches double-daily service to Bangkok, expanding presence in Thailand to 28 weekly flights

flydubai announced the launch of double-daily flights to Bangkok, bringing its operations to Thailand to 28 weekly flights. The new service will commence on 15 September 2026, operating from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok. The addition of double-daily flights to Bangkok marks flydubai’s second destination in Thailand, complem...

Emirates expands reach in China through interline partnership with Loong Air

Emirates and Loong Air have signed an interline agreement, increasing Emirates’ footprint in China and offering the airline’s customers access to additional cities beyond its own gateways.Starting immediately, Emirates customers will have access to 22 points across China operated by Loong Air via Hangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The cities span several regions across East, Northeast,...

The Bahamas welcomes first-ever U.S. nonstop service to Bimini via American Airlines

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation proudly announced a new era of connectivity for Bimini, welcoming the launch of the first-ever nonstop service from the United States via American Airlines. Beginning 14 February 2026, the new flight from Miami International Airport (MIA) to South Bimini Airport (BIM) provided travelers with seamless, nonstop access to the vibrant island...

The new job inside iGaming: keeping players safe and engaged at the same time

Online entertainment is maturing fast. The platforms that used to compete mostly on game libraries and bonuses now compete on something harder to fake: how responsibly they run the experience while still keeping it genuinely engaging. That shift has created a “new job” inside iGaming products—building systems that protect users, reduce risk, and keep the platform stable, without...

Air Canada discloses order for eight Airbus A350-1000s

Air Canada disclosed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a pivotal upgrade to the airline’s long-haul fleet strategy with an additional commitment to Airbus widebody aircraft. The order was listed as undisclosed in November 2025. The A350-1000’s economics and lower operating costs will deliver a significant competitive advantage to Air Canada. With an industry-lea...

ATP Flight School drives SkyWest Cadet Program growth amid regional airline hiring demand

ATP Flight School led SkyWest Airlines cadet enrollments in January, with 56 cadets joining the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program. At ATP Flight School, students have access to every regional airline cadet program. Among those hiring agreements, ATP is an Elite flight school partner in the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program, which provides a structured, defined career progression toward an airlin...

BGS subsidiary Gulfstream Oil extends aviation fuel supply cooperation with Mavi Gök Airlines at Riga Airport

Baltic Ground Services announced that its subsidiary, Gulfstream Oil, has extended its aviation fuel supply cooperation with Mavi Gök Airlines (MGA) at Riga International Airport (RIX).The agreement has been extended for another year, covering the period from April 2026. GSO first began fueling MGA’s aircraft at Riga International Airport in April 2025, supporting the airline&rsquo...

Dohop and Wizz Air boost airport connectivity across Europe

Wizz Air has launched WIZZ Link, a new digital platform developed in partnership with travel technology company Dohop, enabling passengers to book multi-leg journeys in a single transaction. The new platform marks a milestone in Wizz Air's effort to make multi-city, low-cost travel simpler and more accessible. Many travellers, especially across Europe, build routes not through d...

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Lufthansa Group launches free high-speed internet from Starlink

It’s the beginning of a new era: a Lufthansa Group aircraft will take off for the first time equipped with the fastest in-flight internet connection for passengers currently available. A Lufthan...

Emirates SkyCargo transports Orbitworks’ Altair-1, the first commercial AI-enabled satellite developed and manufactured in the UAE

Emirates SkyCargo completed the transport of Altair-1, the UAE’s first commercial AI-enabled  earth observation satellite. Part of Orbitworks’ Altair constellation, the movement...

Air India partners with Volantio to enhance passenger experience

Volantio announced that Air India has signed on as the company’s newest customer, further expanding Volantio’s global footprint. Air India has implemented Volantio’s innovative...

Your phone knows where your bag is. Does your airline? - interview with Sumesh Patel, President of Asia Pacific, SITA

In an era where travellers expect their smartphones to track everything from their luggage to their ride to the airport, one question looms large over the aviation industry: if your phone knows where...

Etihad Guest launches frequent flyer partnership with STARLUX Airlines’ COSMILE

Etihad Guest announces a frequent flyer partnership with Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines’ COSMILE loyalty programme. The partnership marks the next stage in the airlines' strategic relati...

The Aircrafted Arsenal Crest: Emirates turns A380 and Boeing 777 parts into iconic club emblem

Emirates and Arsenal unveiled The Aircrafted Arsenal Crest, a striking 2.4-metre-high sculpture handcrafted from upcycled components sourced from the airline’s Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 ai...