Stark Airways Retires Sole Hawker 800XPi from Fleet
Stark Airways has streamlined its operations by retiring its only Hawker 800XPi from its Part 135-certified charter fleet in December… Read More »
Hong Kong Express Airways Ends Group Tour Bookings, Stirs Debate on Aviation Hub Status
In an unexpected move, Cathay Pacific’s low-cost subsidiary, Hong Kong Express Airways (HK Express), has announced it will no longer… Read More »
Island Airways purchases fifth Britten-Norman Islander
Despite challenges triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, longstanding Britten-Norman Islander operator, Island Airways, will take delivery of a fifth Islander aircraft. The aircraft… Read More »
Wing Walker Killed by Arriving American Jet Highlights Ramp Safety Risks
A tragic accident at Dallas–Fort Worth on November 12 has renewed attention on the dangers faced by airport ramp workers…. Read More »
UPS and FedEx Ground Entire MD-11 Fleets After Deadly Crash
Both UPS and FedEx have temporarily grounded their McDonnell Douglas MD-11 fleets following the deadly UPS crash in Louisville that… Read More »
TUI Flight Diverted Over Passenger Fight, Strands Travelers for 17 Hours
A TUI Airways flight from Cancun, Mexico, to London Gatwick turned into a 17-hour nightmare after two unruly passengers forced… Read More »
Heathrow Shutdown Costs Airlines Millions
Heathrow Airport, Europe’s busiest air hub, experienced a dramatic shutdown on Friday following a fire at a nearby electrical substation,… Read More »
Virgin Australia Surpasses Qantas in Domestic Market
In a surprising twist in the Australian aviation sector, Virgin Australia has overtaken flag carrier Qantas as the dominant player… Read More »
Crash Highlights Crisis in Congested U.S. Airspace
The fatal midair collision on Wednesday night between an American Airlines regional jet and a military helicopter has thrust long-standing… Read More »
Boeing Delivery Decline Deepens Amid Supply Challenges
Boeing’s 2024 aircraft deliveries tumbled to 348 jetliners, roughly one-third below the previous year’s figures, as the aerospace giant struggled… Read More »
Canada, China to Boost Nonstop Flight Routes
Canada and China are set to expand nonstop flight capacity between the two countries, aiming to revive passenger traffic and… Read More »
Key Takeaways from the 2024 Farnborough Airshow
The 2024 Farnborough Airshow is concluding, and the event, particularly from a commercial airline perspective, fell short of previous years’… Read More »
Flight Diverted: Woman’s Outburst Leads to Emergency Landing on Jetstar’s Melbourne to Bali Route
A Jetstar flight bound for Bali was dramatically diverted back to Melbourne after a woman’s erratic behavior caused chaos mid-air,… Read More »
IAG May Cancel Aer Lingus’s A321XLR Plans Without Pilot Pay Deal
In a recent development, Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG), has issued a stark warning that the conglomerate… Read More »
US Dismantles Emtrasur Boeing 747 Following Legal Forfeiture
In a significant move underscoring the enforcement of US export control laws, the Boeing 747-300M registered as YV3531, previously operated… Read More »
JetBlue and Spirit Airlines Seek Swift Appeal After Merger Block by US Court
JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines are actively pursuing an expedited appeal process, following a recent decision by the US District… Read More »
Ryanair Eyes Expansion at Rome Fiumicino Amid ITA and Lufthansa Deal
Ryanair, the renowned Irish low-cost airline based in Dublin, is setting its sights on expanding its presence at Rome Fiumicino… Read More »
U.S. Airlines with the Most Economy Class Legroom
In the competitive world of air travel, legroom in economy class emerges as a crucial comfort factor for passengers. With… Read More »
Business Travel Not the Lifeline Airlines Once Relied On
The dwindling role of business travel in bolstering the aviation industry has become evident, as corporate flying stays about 25%… Read More »
A look into the creative process to design an airline brand
“What kind of airline do you aspire to be?” This is the first question that airline managers are asked by… Read More »
Out-of-practice “rusty” airline pilots flying in the post-Covid world are error-prone
Back in the cockpit after time off recovering from Covid-19, an airline pilot forgot to start his plane’s second engine… Read More »
Smaller Wizz Air’s EasyJet bid kicks off scramble for budget airline supremacy
Europe’s no-frills airlines are heralding a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to grab market share from traditional carriers struggling to emerge from the… Read More »