Civil Aviation

UAE looking to lift ban on Boeing 737 MAX in March 2021

The United Arab Emirates is looking to lift the ban on Boeing 737 MAX in March 2021. Flydubai will be the major benefici...

Court approves reorganization of six Hainan Airlines affiliates

Hainan Airlines amid six HNA air carriers granted reorganization approval

The highest court in China’s Hainan Province approved bankruptcy restructuring of six Hainan Airlines carrier affi...

The weird and short story of twin-fuselage An-225 Mriya

Antonov An-225 Mriya is, arguably, the largest plane flying today. Hard to believe, but in the 80s there were plans to b...

While commercial planes stay still, private jets fly high

Aviation sector is slowly recovering from the coronavirus crisis and while many commercial planes are grounded, demand f...

India’s domestic airfare caps to ease, capacity limits to stay

One of the fastest recovering markets might see a full domestic flight recovery soon, but it is still subject to limitat...

Bombardier to end Learjet production, layoff staff

Bombardier announced that it would end Learjet production by the end of 2021....

Has 2020 crisis hit Rolls-Royce more than other engine manufacturers? | Data

Rolls-Royce suffered a lot in 2020. But is it’s situation worse than other engine manufacturers – Pratt &...

Ethiopian Airlines may restart Boeing 737 MAX flights in July 2021

Ethiopian Airlines may restart Boeing 737 MAX operations in July 2021....

Cathay Pacific slashes long-haul flights to Australia

In response to the new quarantine regulations for flight crew, Cathay Pacific slashed most of its long-haul flights to A...

Air Namibia ceases operations, en route to liquidation

On the verge of liquidation, Air Namibia ceased all operations effective from February 11, 2021....

State aid for US airports and manufacturers approved, airlines next?

On February 10, 2021, US lawmakers approved a plan to provide financial aid to the country's airports and aviation m...

Not-so-festive New Year holiday period for China’s aviation

Passenger traffic drops significantly as China’s government imposes regulations to prevent travel during the festi...

Airlines demand urgent help as UK tightens travel rules

Airlines demand urgent help, as the UK tightens travel restrictions starting from February 15, 2021. ...

Logistical nightmare: US carriers oppose testing for domestic flights

The COVID-19 testing mandate for passengers on flights within the United States is receiving a backlash from the country...

Qantas, Virgin Australia and Rex in airfare battle to lure travelers

In the airfare battle among Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Rex Airlines, customers might be the ultimate winners....

Boeing begins 2021 by overshadowing Airbus with 26 deliveries, four orders

Boeing started a new year with 26 aircraft deliveries as well as four new orders....

Emirates Airbus A380 at Amsterdam Schipol Airport AMS

Emirates: We will operate the A380 till the mid-2030s

Despite the pandemic and many other airlines backing away from the Airbus A380, Emirates remains a firm believer in the...

Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 of a Scoot Airlines Boeing 787

Has Rolls-Royce lost its plot in commercial aviation?

With a market that is seemingly only deteriorating, Rolls-Royce could employ a two-week stop at its factories. But...

Government to investigate Air New Zealand work with Saudi military

The government of New Zealand started an investigation into whether Air New Zealand had breached the export rules to Sau...

Icelandair to restart Boeing 737 MAX ops by spring 2021

Icelandair announced it would restart Boeing 737 MAX aircraft operations by the spring of 2021....

British Airways to start flying on sustainable fuel in 2022

British Airways is investing in a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology provider and plans to operate a number of f...

Delta Air Lines committed to block middle seat through April

In order to maintain social distance between travelers, Delta Air Lines reiterated its commitment to keep blocking the m...

US legacy carriers United Delta Airlines in Seattle

US airlines getting closer to additional $14 billion aid

On February 10, 2021, the United States House Committee will meet to discuss a $14 billion plan to extend payroll assist...

Boeing 747-4D7 HS-TGO of Thai Airways on final approach at Hong K

Thai Airways denies reports of 395 pilot layoffs

Thai Airways reportedly dismissed the report referring to 395 pilot layoffs, after news about redundancies emerged....

Singapore Air defers $3 billion of Airbus, Boeing deliveries

Singapore Airlines defers $3 billion of Airbus, Boeing deliveries

Singapore Airlines reached agreements with Airbus and Boeing on the postponement of aircraft deliveries worth a total of...

Gulf Air to start European long-haul flights with Airbus A321LR

Gulf Air said it would start long-haul flights to Europe with Airbus A321LR aircraft....

Air France Airbus A380 parked at Paris Charles De Gaulle Internat

Recapitalization to cost Air France Paris-Orly airport slots?

The negotiations for the state-backed recapitalization of Air France continue as the airline holds tight on the Paris-Or...

ICAO approves PD-14, new Russian engine to power MC-21

Aviadvigatel PD-14, a new Russian turbofan engine slated to power the MC-21 airliner, was found compliant with ICAO emis...

Aircrew quarantine could result in losses, Cathay says

Cathay Pacific gets 15, loses 5 routes in China

Cathay Pacific Airways got permission to fly to 15 cities in mainland China, losing 5 routes previously served by now-de...

To “vaccine or quarantine” when arriving in Australia?

Once Australia opens up its borders, international travelers might have to choose between presenting a vaccination proof...

Rolls-Royce to shut-down civil aerospace division?

Britain’s Rolls-Royce said it was proposing an operational shutdown of its civil aviation unit for two-weeks over...

Civil Aviation

UAE looking to lift ban on Boeing 737 MAX in March 2021

Hainan Airlines amid six HNA air carriers granted reorganization approval

The weird and short story of twin-fuselage An-225 Mriya

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Emirates pilot Massimo: no prospects for seasoned pilots post-crisis?

New Chair takes the reins at UK CAA at height of pandemic

Flight attendant’s story: lost job while stuck in exotic island

UK Aviation Minister: “I want nothing more than to see planes back in the sky”