Apple AirTags allowed on Lufthansa flights after all
Good news for passengers with Apple AirTags! They are allowed in checked luggage when flying Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA),…
Lufthansa
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Lufthansa is a major German airline and one of the largest airline groups in Europe. Headquartered in Cologne, Germany, it operates a vast network of domestic and international destinations, connecting passengers to over 200 destinations worldwide. As a founding member of the Star Alliance, Lufthansa plays a significant role in global aviation, offering seamless travel experiences through its extensive network and partnerships.
Key Facts
- Founded: 1953
- Headquarters: Cologne, Germany
- Fleet Size: Over 700 aircraft
- Destinations: 200+ worldwide
- Alliance: Star Alliance (founding member)
- Subsidiaries: Austrian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings
- Passenger Numbers: Over 130 million annually (pre-pandemic)
- Hubs: Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Munich Airport (MUC)
Despite current challenges, is there growth ahead for European aviation?
Aviation may be facing a lot of challenges right now, but the long-term outlook is for growth, according…
German state sells remaining stake in Lufthansa
The German state has sold its remaining shares in Lufthansa Group after acquiring up to 20% in order to keep…
Lufthansa pilots agree to ‘no strike’ deal until June 2023
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) pilots will not go on strike until June 30, 2023, pilot union Vereinigung Cockpit (VC)…
Lufthansa out after Italy selects Delta and Air France-KLM for ITA bid
Italy has selected a Certares-led consortium, backed by Air France-KLM and Delta Air Lines, for talks on buying…
Lufthansa grounded after pilots call all-day strike on Friday
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) pilots have called an all-day strike for September 2, 2022, in order to push for…
Munich Airport dims the lights as Germany grapples with energy crisis
Munich Airport (MUC) is dimming its lights and turning the heating down to save energy. The move comes…
Russia publishes MC-21 renders in Lufthansa and American liveries
Russian state corporation Rostec, which owns the majority of the country’s aerospace manufacturers, published renders of the Irkut…
Lufthansa’s first Boeing 787 Dreamliner to finally arrive in Frankfurt
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has officially taken delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and it will arrive in…
Luxury travel: Which airlines can you still fly first class on?
While some airlines have scrapped first class over the years to focus instead on business or premium economy…
Are more Lufthansa strikes on the way? Pilot union VC prepares for walkouts
Pilot strikes could be looming at Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) after talks with union Vereinigung Cockpit ended without a…
Will bidders lose patience with Italy asking for revised bids for ITA Airways?
Italy has asked investors interested in ITA Airways to come up with better bids for the Italian airline,…
Lufthansa agrees pay deal with ground staff, attention now on pilots, cabin crew
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has reached a deal with its ground staff, a week after a costly strike that…
Lufthansa posts Q2 profit despite geopolitical uncertainty in Europe
Germany’s national carrier Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) recorded an operating profit in Q2 for the first time since the…
Lufthansa and Shell sign MoU for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Lufthansa Group, the parent company of German flag carrier Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA), has stepped into a partnership with…
Lufthansa pilots vote in favor of industrial action over pay
Pilots of German flag carrier Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) have voted in favor of industrial action, paving the way…
How to avoid disruption when traveling in Europe this summer?
This summer has been plagued by travel disruption across Europe, with airlines and airports struggling to cope with…
Lufthansa scraps almost all Frankfurt & Munich flights on July 27 due to strike
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) is canceling virtually all of its flights at its hubs in Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich…