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Step inside Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 as airline reveals brand-new cabin layout
Riyadh Air has unveiled the first look at its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner cabin in a series of photos that capture the striking interior that will greet the airline’s first customers later this year. Dubbed the “world’s first digital-native airline”, Riyadh Air revealed details about its…
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Hunnu Air becomes first Mongolian Embraer E195-E2 operator after certification
Hunnu Air has become the first Mongolian Embraer E195-E2 operator, just a day after it was announced that the country’s aviation regulator awarded the aircraft type certification. The…
American Airlines named official North American airline for FIFA World Cup 2026
American Airlines has announced that it is partnering with FIFA, becoming the official North American Airline Supplier for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will take place in the…
United Airlines expects no ‘meaningful direct impact’ from US tariffs, says CEO
The CEO of United Airlines has said the airline does not anticipate that the recent tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump will affect its aircraft orders, despite major airlines…
Are we alone? Fingerprints of alien life discovered in distant planet atmosphere
Astronomers, led by the University of Cambridge, have used data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to detect the fingerprints of alien life in the atmosphere of a distant…
Australian airline Qantas marks 90 years of international operations
Australian airline Qantas marked 90 years of international operations on April 17, 2025. Founded in 1920, Qantas is the third oldest airline in the world in continuous existence…
Students sue United Airlines and school over ‘grand promises’ of pilot future
Over two dozen students are taking legal action against United Airlines and its Arizona-based flight school, United Aviate Academy, for “consumer fraud and deceptive trade practices”. …
Gulfstream’s state-of-the-art G800 jet given FAA, EASA type certification
Gulfstream Aerospace announced on April 16, 2025, that the G800, its newest ultra-long-range executive jet, has received its type certification from both the US Federal Aviation Administration…
Air New Zealand unveils first retrofitted Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner: pictures
Air New Zealand has taken delivery of its first upgraded Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, following a 184-day refurbishment in Singapore to enhance the aircraft’s cabin. Air New…
Germany’s Taurus missiles: What could they add to Ukraine’s arsenal?
Germany’s Taurus KEPD 350 cruise missiles could enhance Ukraine’s ability to strike high-value targets deep behind Russian lines – if Berlin overcomes its reluctance. Ukraine has…
NASA’s S-3B Viking to honor fallen US Navy flight crews at POW museum
A NASA-owned S-3B Viking aircraft that helped support research missions for over a decade will be displayed at the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida. The S-3B…
AAPA partners with PAL to conduct Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar in Manila
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has partnered with Philippine Airlines (PAL) to host the 2025 Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar (APASS 2025) in Manila. The two-day…
Air France launches new route between Paris and Phuket, Thailand
Air France announced on April 16, 2025, that it will be launching a new destination in Thailand during the 2025/26 winter season. Starting on November 27, 2025, the French flag carrier…
FAA starts drone detection tests in New Jersey after 2024 ‘fiasco’, says US DOT
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been evaluating drone detection systems in New Jersey following a “drone fiasco” in 2024, which saw a rise in drone activity in the…
‘Modified’ hairdryer prompts evacuation and temporary closure of Aspen airport
A ‘modified’ hairdryer packed inside a checked suitcase triggered a security alert at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE), prompting the evacuation of the airport. The airport was closed for two…
New opening for Embraer E2 aircraft as East Asian regulator certifies jets
The Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 have been awarded type certification by the Mongolia Civil Aviation Authority (MCAA) opening a new frontier of opportunity for the planemaker. Announcing…
United Airlines predicts ‘uncertain’ Q2 and 2025 due to economic challenges
United Airlines has forecasted a financial outlook for the second quarter and the full year of 2025 that is below expectations, attributing it to a “uncertain macroeconomic environment” that…
China Southern scraps B787-8 fleet auction amid escalating US-China tariff row
China Southern Airlines has cancelled the sale of 10 B787-8 aircraft and two accompanying GEnx-1B70/P2 engines which the carrier had recently put up for auction. In November 2024, the…
Sole survivors: miraculous escapes from deadly crashes leave an indelible mark
Commercial aircraft crashes involving the tragic deaths of passengers never fail to gain the attention of the world. The often highly dramatic events seem to strike a chord with the…
Singapore Airlines begins $34 million lounge refurbishment at Changi’s Terminal 2
Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that it has started renovation and upgrade works on its SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Changi International Airport (SIN). The refurbishment,…
Embraer confirms LOTAMS as its first authorized European E2 service center
Embraer has confirmed LOT Aircraft Maintenance Services (LOTAMS) as the first European Embraer Authorized Service Center (EASC) for the E2 aircraft family. Embraer broke the news on…
