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DHL Express and Cathay Group sign new sustainable aviation fuel deal to drive production and uptake in Asia

DHL Express and the Cathay Group entered into a new SAF partnership that reinforces their shared commitment to reducing carbon emissions in the air cargo industry. Under the agreement, Cathay will supply DHL Express with 2,400 tonnes of SAF for international flights departing from three airport...

flydubai strengthens strategic growth with 12 new aircraft deliveries in 2025

flydubai has taken delivery of seven new aircraft so far in 2025, with a further five Boeing 737 MAX 8s scheduled to join its fleet before the end of the year. These additions form an integral part of the airline’s strategic growth plans, enabling the continued expansion of its network, enhanc...


Atlas Air Worldwide expands commitment to workforce development with University of Alaska Anchorage

Atlas Air Worldwide reaffirmed its partnership with the University of Alaska Anchorage. Leaders from Atlas and UAA, along with faculty and students, were joined by United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy at Merrill Field in Anchorage. The Secretary is spearheading the Trump Administration’s efforts to invest in the aviation workforce, modernize the air traffic control syste...

Avion Express Philippines receives Temporary Operating Permit from CAB

Avion Express Philippinesreceived a Temporary Operating Permit from the Civil Aeronautics Board of the Philippines. This will enable the start-up airline to commence its preparations for flights offering ACMI services with operations based at Clark International Airport once it receives its first aircraft, expected in November this year. The TOP will serve as Avion Express Philippine&rsq...

Severance at 30,000 feet: award-winning Apple originals now playing on United

United has made a series of investments in the seatback experience in recent years, including installing seatback screens in every seat as part of its United Next growth plan and most recently announcing a new aircraft interior that includes huge, Bluetooth-enabled, 27-inch, 4K OLED seatback screens, the largest among U.S. carriers. The introduction of Apple TV+ aligns wit...

Air India commences retrofit programme for widebody fleet and accelerates retrofit of narrowbody fleet

  Air India has commenced the widebody retrofit programme for its legacy B787-8 aircraft, with the first of 26 aircraft (VT-ANT) having flown to a Boeing facility in Victorville, California, United States in July 2025. A second aircraft is scheduled to depart for the same facility in October 2025, with both expected to return to service in December 2025. The retrofit programme for...

Passenger emergency services during Atlantic hurricane season

Hurricane season in the Americas is set to once again cause disruption and put lives at risk. According to the hurricane forecasting team at Colorado State, this season is likely to be similar in intensity to 2024, one of the worst seasons on record. They predict there will be 4 major hurricanes this season, and 9 in total. This means the services of air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn, and it...

LATAM Airlines activates Apple's “Find My” feature to optimize the tracking and recovery of lost luggage

LATAM Airlines announced a major advance in the passenger experience: the implementation of Apple's “share item location” feature for AirTags and accessories compatible with the “Find My” network. This initiative reinforces LATAM's commitment to innovation and peace of mind for travelers. LATAM passengers using an AirTag or a Find My-compatible accessory in the...

Etihad Cargo celebrates two-year milestone with Ezhou Huahu Airport

Etihad Cargo is celebrating two successful years of operations at Ezhou Huahu Airport, marking a significant milestone in its strategic collaboration with SF Airlines. Since transitioning joint operations from Wuhan to Ezhou in August 2023, Etihad Airways is the first international airline to launch scheduled commercial freighter services in the region. Building on this milestone, Etihad Carg...

Connect France: Air France-KLM and Groupe ADP join forces to facilitate connections at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Air France-KLM and Groupe ADP announced a strengthened partnership, named Connect France, aimed at enhancing the passenger experience at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport. This summer marks the launch of the first concrete initiative: a system to prioritize connecting passengers in Paris based on the time they have available to make their connection. Regis Lacote, Director of Paris-Char...

Emirates makes changes to safety rules for customer usage of power banks onboard

Using any kind of power bank is prohibited onboard Emirates’ flights, effective from 1October 2025. A power bank is a portable, rechargeable device primarily designed to provide power to other electronic devices such smart phones, tablets, laptops and cameras. Emirates customers are still permitted to carry one power bank onboard with specific conditions listed below, but the power banks may...

STARLUX Airlines leads Taiwan’s air cargo market with IATA CEIV live animals certification

STARLUX Airlines continues to lead the Taiwanese aviation industry by becoming the first Taiwanese carrier to obtain four IATA CEIV certifications. The airline previously received certifications for CEIV Lithium Batteries, CEIV Pharma, and CEIV Fresh, and has now been awarded the CEIV Live Animals certification. This milestone reflects STARLUX’s commitment to providing specialized cargo serv...

Airlink and Azorra finalize lease of 10 new Embraer E195-E2s

Airlink and Azorra have finalized a lease agreement that will see the Johannesburg-headquartered airline acquire 10 new Embraer E195-E2 twin-engine passenger aircraft, with the first delivery scheduled for later this year. This follows the previously announced selection of the E195-E2s by Airlink, South Africa’s leading full-service airline. Azorra, the Fort Lauderdale-based lease, finance a...

LATAM Group unveils its new Premium Comfort class with an investment of over US$100 million

LATAM announced its new Premium Comfort cabin, a proposal set to transform the experience on long-haul international flights. With an investment of over US$100 million, this initiative highlights LATAM’s commitment to innovation, design, and customer satisfaction, providing a mid-tier option that combines comfort, service, and cutting-edge technology. Positioned between the Premium Busine...

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Air India partners with Volantio to enhance passenger experience

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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...