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Amelia and Thales announce the successful large-scale deployment of their contrail-avoidance project

Ryanair opens its largest maintenance hangar at Madrid Airport: €25 million investment revitalises Barajas' industrial area creating 700 high-skill jobs

Ryanair inaugurated its new €25 million maintenance centre at Madrid Barajas Airport – the largest in the Ryanair network. With capacity for 7 aircraft, this 22,000 m² state-of-the-art facility, located in the airport’s industrial area, will create 700 high-skill jobs, includin...

Singapore soars as the main artery between Europe and Australia

As regional airspace closures continue and the Middle East conflict disrupts traditional flight paths, business continuation is proving essential to the health of national and global economies, with Singapore as the main artery between Europe and Australia. New figures from the flagship business tra...

Atlas Air Worldwide becomes Airbus’ largest A350F freighter customer with an order for 20 aircraft

Atlas Air Worldwide placed a landmark firm order for 20 Airbus A350F freighters. The order is the largest ever placed for the latest generation fuel efficient A350F and makes Atlas the biggest customer of the type. A350F aircraft will be deployed for growth. As a leading outsourced aviation logistics company, Atlas is uniquely positioned to bring the A350F’s next-generation performance...

Cathay and WKCDA unveil “Spirit of Hong Kong” new aircraft livery

Cathay and the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority have joined hands to unveil a striking new art-focused aircraft livery, “Spirit of Hong Kong – 80th Anniversary Edition”. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for two of Hong Kong’s most recognised home-grown brands, underscoring their shared commitment to supporting local cultural creativity and eleva...

Bridges Air Cargo begins operations with first Embraer E-Freighter

The first Embraer E-Freighter has successfully entered service in Europe with launch customer Bridges Air Cargo. The jet completed its first commercial flight departing from Cologne (Germany) and landing in Larnaca (Cyprus) carrying time sensitive Express materials. The aircraft will operate for Bridges Worldwide providing Network Solutions for the Express Industry in Europe, Middle East and...

GOL announces direct Rio-New York route, expanding International operations

GOL Linhas Aéreas has officially announced the launch of its first-ever long-haul route, signaling a robust new phase in the airline's international expansion strategy. Starting on July 8, 2026, the carrier will begin operating direct, non-stop flights connecting RIOgaleão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio de Janeiro to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JF...

LOT launches Viasat Wi Fi on long-haul fleet

LOT Polish Airlines has begun rolling out Internet access on its long-haul fleet. The service is currently available on the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner plane (SP-LSA). It will be offered on two more aircraft by the end of April. Wi-Fi availability marks another stage in the process of expanding the national carrier's in-flight offering and is a response to the expectations voiced by passengers...

SAS returns to Riga, strengthening connectivity to global markets

Scandinavian Airlines will launch three daily flights on the Riga–Copenhagen route starting March 8, 2026, significantly increasing frequency and capacity between the two capitals. The new services will enhance Riga Airport’s connectivity with one of Northern Europe’s leading aviation hubs – Copenhagen Airport (CPH) – and open broader opportunities for long-haul...

Air Canada’s fleet transformation takes flight as 737 MAX aircraft begin Air Canada Rouge service

Air Canada announced the first of its updated Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft has entered service at Air Canada Rouge, introducing the industry’s best leisure carrier experience. This marks the latest milestone in Rouge’s comprehensive cabin renewal program, focused on delivering a more comfortable, connected, and consistent onboard experience. This fleet transition will allow most ...

Air Tahiti Nui announces the opening of a direct route between Tahiti and Australia

Air Tahiti Nui continues to develop its international network and announces the launch of new direct service between Papeete and Sydney (PPT–SYD). This new service forms part of the airline's strategy to sustainably strengthen French Polynesia's connectivity with major regional hubs across the South Pacific. The inaugural flight is scheduled for Monday, 14 December 2026. Ai...

SeaPort Airlines’ expansion to Spokane makes Seattle’s Boeing Field the new hub for regional air travel

In Boeing Field, regional travelers have a new and improved option for air travel. On March 9, SeaPort Airlines is expanding with the launch of its Boeing Field-Felts Field shuttle–eight daily flights between Seattle and Spokane that offer travelers time, convenience and peace while expanding their travel options. SeaPort Airlines’ Boeing Field air shuttle is making Paci...

Aviator renews partnership with SAS for ground handling services across five airports in Norway and Sweden

Aviator Airport Alliance has renewed its long-standing partnership with SAS Scandinavian Airlines to continue delivering full ground handling and de-icing services at five strategically important airports in Norway and Sweden. The renewed agreement covers three Norwegian airports: Tromsö (TOS), Bergen Airport (BGO), and Kristiansand Airport (KRS), as well as two Swedish airports: Go...

GO7 unveils Orchestrated VI to bring full interlining capabilities to virtual connections

GO7 announced the launch of Orchestrated Virtual Interlining, which enables carriers to sell connected journeys that feel like interlining – without the costs and complexity of traditional agreements. Virtual interlining has largely been driven by third-party marketplaces, forcing airlines to compromise on their choice of partners and ancillaries. GO7’s Orchestrated VI reverses that dy...

Pan Européenne places first firm order for ERA, AURA AERO’s hybrid-electric aircraft that will decarbonize regional aviation

AURA AERO signed first firm order for its regional 19-seater hybrid-electric aircraft ERA, with Pan Européenne Air Service. French private airline has been supporting AURA AERO and the ERA program from the outset, demonstrating its unwavering confidence in the manufacturer's vision and progress. As the first airline to make a firm commitment for ERA, Pan Européenne confirms,...

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Korean Air places landmark order for 103 Boeing aircraft

Boeing and Korean Air announced that the carrier has finalized a purchase agreement for 103 aircraft spanning Boeing’s widebody and single‑aisle families. The deal includes 20 777‑9, 25 787...