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Stay updated on Finland, a country located in Northern Europe. Explore news about Finland’s aviation industry, airports, airlines, culture, and any updates.
Finnair wet leases A320 from DAT as summer travel picks up
Finnair is wet leasing an Airbus A320 for its summer operations to meet an expected increase in demand. …
2022-05-24
Russian government fleet aircraft suspected of violating Finnish airspace
The Finnish government says Russian governmental aircraft flew through Finnish airspace, marking the first violation of Finnish territory…
2022-04-11
Low-cost carrier Ryanair eyes more SAF usage in decarbonization drive
Ryanair says around one-third of its decarbonization will come from increased use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), highlighting…
2022-03-21
Mysterious GPS signal disruptions reported in Eastern Finland
Major GPS signal disruptions were reported in Eastern Finland, starting on March 5-6, 2022, and continuing for several…
2022-03-09
Finnair shares continue to fall as Russian airspace closure bites
Finnair shares continue to fall after the carrier warned the closure of Russian airspace would have a big…
2022-03-01
Finnair prepares for increased demand this summer, despite Asia restrictions
Finnair is calling crews back from furlough and opening more routes as it plans for increased demand in…
2022-02-17
Finnair invests $229M in overhaul of long-haul cabins, new premium economy
Finnair is investing €200 million ($229 million) to overhaul long-haul cabins on its Airbus A330 and A350 aircraft,…
2022-02-10
Finnair latest to cut schedules due to Omicron-sickness among staff
Finnair is cutting its schedule by 20% in February due to increased sick leave amongst staff caused by…
2022-01-12
Finnair domestic flights hit by evening booze ban
Fancy a drink on a Finnair domestic flight after 17:00? You’re out of luck. The Finnish flag carrier…
2022-01-07
Finland confirms the Lockheed Martin F-35A as its next fighter jet
Following the recommendation of the Finnish Defense Force (FDF), Finland’s Ministry of Defense will procure 64 Lockheed Martin…
2021-12-16
airBaltic to launch new base outside of the Baltics
The flag carrier of Latvia, airBaltic, has revealed the launch date of its first base outside the Baltics. …
2021-12-14
Reports: Finnish military selects F-35, government undecided
The Finnish Defense Force (FDF) has selected the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II to replace the country’s ageing fleet of F/A-18 Hornets, and has…
2021-12-10
Sweden, Finland join NATO air forces for policing exercise
The air forces of several NATO member states were joined by Sweden and Finland for an air policing…
2021-04-21
Finland to help Finnair with €400 million hybrid loan
The Finnish government plans to support the national flag-carrier Finnair granting an unsecured hybrid loan of up to…
2020-12-17
Finnair Cargo ready to facilitate delivery of COVID-19 vaccine
As several pharmaceutical companies reach the phase 3 of COVID-19 vaccine trials, it is time to start preparing…
2020-10-26
Finnair assures commitment to China with JV with Juneyao Air
Finnair, prior to the COVID-19 breakout, found success in a niche: transporting passengers between Europe and Asia, mainly…
2020-04-14
Flight attendant falls from Finnair A320 in Helsinki
The Finnish Accident Investigation Board (OTKES) opened an investigation after a serious incident in which a cabin crew…
2020-01-14
Two Qatar Airways cabin crew reportedly caught drunk in Finland
Two Qatar Airways cabin crew members are reportedly arrested for showing up to work while intoxicated, Finnish media…
2019-04-16