Ex-Norwegian CEO to once again try low-cost long-haul model with a new startup
Despite Norwegian Air’s withdrawal from flying long-haul going forward amidst its restructuring process, the former chief executive of…
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Qantas pilot sues airline over trauma from engine incident
Jacinda Cottee, a former QantasLink pilot, filed a lawsuit against the Australian carrier for over $780,000 after a…
CAAC suspends Donghai Airlines from adding flights over crew fight
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) penalized Shenzhen-based Donghai Airlines over a fight between crew members.The airline…
British Airways flights to Greece and Spain to get roomy?
While the government of the United Kingdom considers resuming international air travel from May 17, 2021, British Airways…
Emirates deepens partnership with TAP Air Portugal
Emirates and the flag carrier of Portugal TAP Air Portugal signed a Memorandum of Understanding which should help…
British Airways A380 fleet to return to the skies, CEO says
With carriers determined to save costs amid the crisis currently hitting the air transport industry, the Airbus A380…
Emirates orders staff to vaccinate or pay for COVID-19 tests
Emirates reportedly ordered its staff to take a free COVID-19 vaccination or to undergo regular testing in order…
Cathay Pacific moves 46% of jets for long-term storage
Cathay Pacific Group, the parent company of the Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways, announced that it…
LATAM provides an update on Chapter 11 proceedings
LATAM provided an update on its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, which the carrier has operated since May 2020,…
Eurowings to open new base in Berlin
A German low-cost carrier Eurowings has scheduled the date for the new base launch in Berlin, Germany. The…
Air India to phase out all its Boeing 747 jumbos
Indian flag carrier Air India is considering significant changes to its fleet. The airline reportedly will follow other…
Virgin Australia holds its first Pride Flight
Virgin Australia completed a Pride Flight ahead of the country’s largest annual Parade, which is scheduled to take…
Wizz Air continues on expansion plans – opens its 42nd base
A Hungarian low-cost air carrier Wizz Air opened its 42nd base, which is located in Palermo, Italy. The…
Prosecutors warn of rampant corruption in South African Airways
In an ongoing investigation by South Africa’s Special Investigating Unit (SIU), the prosecutors presented their preliminary findings in…
Lufthansa suffers massive loss; confirms A380 and 747 exit
While cargo for many airlines has become a bright spot during a dark period, more often than not,…
Emirates to offer Economy passengers to buy adjacent seats
Emirates announced that the airline’s Economy class passengers would be able to buy adjacent seats, as the Dubai-based…
Norwegian start-up airline Flyr prepares for competition: raises $70 million
Norwegian start-up airline Flyr, which is set to launch operations in summer 2021, raised $70 million in its…
Saudia to order 70 new aircraft from Boeing and Airbus?
Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) is in negotiations to acquire around 70 additional Airbus A321neo and Boeing 787 and…