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AirlinesAir India targets Boeing planes rejected by Beijing
The opportunity born from the US-China trade war is tempting, and Malaysians like it too
The Indian airline is considering purchasing more Boeing 737 Max aircraft originally intended for Chinese carriers, taking advantage of the fallout from cross-tariffs between Washington and Beijing more
AirlinesWizz Air unveils its roadmap to net zero by 2050
Focus on SAF as a critical decarbonisation lever
Wizz Air today launched its comprehensive net zero roadmap – Flying Towards Net Zero. The roadmap offers a realistic path focused on the three F’s – flights (30% emissions reductions from new aircraft techn... more
AirlinesUS-China trade war: Boeing brings two planes destined for China back to Seattle
Beijing stops deliveries as announced
By now, we know, there is a trade war between the United States and China, which has a heavy impact on the air transport sector. On the other hand, Beijing had announced it (see AVIONEWS): the new duties... more
AirlinesSpirit Airlines appoints Davis as President and CEO
And new team members
Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC, announced yesterday that its Board of Directors has appointed Dave Davis as President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of... more
AirlinesBelgium, Easter chaos at Charleroi airport: Ryanair calls for military intervention
Low-cost airline appeals to Wallonia Government to "avoid collapse"
Thousands of passengers stranded and flight connections at risk in the midst of the holidays due to "serious shortage of security personnel" more
AirlinesAzorra delivers Mongolia’s E-195E2 aircraft to Hunnu Air
The first of two new airplanes
Azorra has delivered the first of two new E-195E2 aircraft to Hunnu Air, marking a new partnership for the lessor and the first E2 to operate in Mongolia.The E-195E2 delivered from Azorra’s firm orderbook w... more
AirlinesAir New Zeland's first retrofitted Dreamliner aircraft
18 months of research, 2,500 hours of customer testing, 184 days in Singapore
The Dreamliner aircraft spent the past 184 days in Singapore receiving the ultimate cabin glow-up as it was retrofitted with all-new cabin interiors, including the new Business Premier Luxe seat, and redesigned... more
AirlinesAir France: new no-stop service between Paris and Phuket
For the Winter season, route operated by a B-777/300ER aircraft
Air France reveals the first new addition to its Winter 2025-2026 flight schedule. After launching a new route to Manila last year, the airline is once again turning its focus to Asia. Starting November... more
AirlinesHistoric China-Vietnam contract boosts air connectivity and tech cooperation
45 agreements with focus on aviation, AI, infrastructure; MoU Vietjet-Comac for new aircraft
The agreement, still confidential, could lead to a significant expansion of Vietjet's fleet through the potential acquisition of Comac C-919 and ARJ-21 more
AirlinesMoscow urges Washington: "Revoke sanctions on Aeroflot to restore direct flights"
Lavrov from Almaty reveals: the request made over a month ago and reiterated recently
The Russian Federation has formally requested the United States of America to reconsider the restrictions imposed on Aeroflot, the Russian national carrier. This was announced by Russian Foreign Minister... more
AirlinesVietjet signs deal with AV AirFinance (KKR), eyes additional 737 Max aircraft
New $300M financing to expand fleet; talks with Boeing despite missed deliveries
Vietnamese low-cost airline Vietjet announced today April 10 the signing of a financing agreement worth 300 million dollars with AV AirFinance, a partner of the investment fund Kkr. The agreement is aimed... more
AirlinesSmoke in cabin forces PAL plane en route to Manila-Los Angeles to divert to Tokyo
Investigations underway. Manila Government also seeks clarification on alleged failure to assist passengers
A B-777/300ER aircraft, registration RP-C7782, of Philippine Airlines (PAL), operating flight PR 102 from Manila to Los Angeles with 369 people on board, had to make an emergency landing at Tokyo-Haneda... more
AirlinesEasyJet flies between Malpensa and Seville from October
Air connection with two frequencies per week
easyJet is expanding its network from Milan-Malpensa by offering for the first time a direct connection to Seville, starting from 27 October, with two weekly frequencies on Mondays and Fridays.With the... more
AirlinesDelta Air Lines withdraws 2025 guidance on global uncertainty
It announces financial caution due to the worrying geopolitical and economic moment
Delta Air Lines has chosen to withdraw its 2025 guidance due to global economic uncertainty related to protectionist trade policies, such as those of President Donald Trump. This decision is particularly... more
Airlines"Handelsblatt": Fiumicino Airport "Great Hope" for Lufthansa's global expansion
German business daily praises progress at Rome airport despite capacity limitations
Rome-Fiumicino Airport has become a crucial element in the growth strategy of the Lufthansa Group following the acquisition of ITA Airways. This is highlighted in an article published today (9 April 2025,... more
AirlinesITA Airways and LOT Polish Airlines announce code-share agreement
Starting from tomorrow
ITA Airways, Italy’s reference carrier, and LOT Polish Airlines, the national flag carrier of Poland, announce the launch of their code-share agreement. Starting April 10, 2025, LOT’s “LO” flight code wil... more
AirlinesItalian Unions: easyJet flight attendants on 4-hour strike today
"First cabin crew unrest since pandemic"
“Today, on Wednesday 9 April, easyJet flight attendants are striking for 4 hours, from 10:30am to 2:30pm”. This was reported in a note by Filt Cgil, Fit Cisl and Uiltrasporti, underlining that “this is th... more
AirlinesSpirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie resigns
The air company had just emerged from Chapter 11 corporate restructuring
Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie resigned April 7 from the air company and its board of directors, which is working to name a permanent replacement. Until a new CEO is named, the carrier is being led by... more
AirlinesAustralia. Ferrovial's strategic expansion at Perth Airport
Infrastructure investments and growth for it that offers direct connections to Europe
Ferrovial, a Spanish company known for its role in the transport infrastructure industry, is considering the acquisition of Perth Airport in Australia, after selling its stakes in major British airports... more
AirlinesEVA Air expands fleet with more A-350/1000 and A-321neo aircraft
Finalised a commitment announced by the airline in March
Taiwan’s EVA Air has placed a firm order for six long-range A-350/1000s and three single-aisle A-321neo aircraft, finalising a commitment announced by the airline in March 2025. The new orders will bring E... more
AccidentsJapan, heli-ambulance crashes into sea
Six people on board the EC-135T2+ helicopter: three victims
Yesterday, April 6, the EC-135T2+ ambulance helicopter, registration JA555H, operated by Sgc Saga Aviation, crashed into the sea in Japan. It took off from the coast of Tsushima, in Nagasaki prefecture,... more
AirlinesAir Europa returns to North Africa
Flights resumed in April
Air Europa resumes flights to North Africa with the start of weekly flights between Madrid-Barajas airport and the cities of Marrakesh and Tunis. Over the course of the year, the air company will offer... more
AirlinesITA Airways set to start integration into Star Alliance
Entry for Italy’s national carrier expected in early 2026
ITA Airways has officially received approval to start the integration process into Star Alliance following a verdict by the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB). Building on its induction into the... more
AirlinesChina Airlines signed an order for ten A-350/1000 airplanes
Finalising a commitment announced by the airline in December 2024
China Airlines of Taiwan has signed a firm order with Airbus for ten A-350/1000 airplanes, finalising a commitment announced by the carrier in December 2024. The new aircraft will fly long-haul routes... more
AirlinesBOC Aviation (2) orders 50 B-737 MAX jet aircraft
The lessor's portfolio to 215 units /8 and /9 versions
Boeing and BOC Aviation have announced a new, firm order for 50 B-737/8 jets, expanding the lessor's B-737 MAX portfolio to 215 B-737/8s and 737/9s.BOC Aviation will increase its Boeing order book to 139... more
AirlinesITA Airways: major news in the 2025 Summer Season
Terminal change in Frankfurt and Munich
ITA Airways officially kicked off the Summer 2025 season yesterday with exciting new offerings for its customers. The first major development is the transfer of ITA Airways' ground and flight operations... more
AirlinesIberia and Aerolineas Argentinas join forces to bring both Countries closer
37 destinations within the South American State and 29 within European one
Iberia and Aerolíneas Argentinas (AA) have reached an agreement that will bring Argentina and Spain closer than ever. Thanks to this alliance, from March 27, 2025, customers of both airlines will be able... more
AirlinesHamburg Airport: Summer flight schedule 2025
Around 120 direct destinations in 40 countries
Hamburg Airport welcomes the 2025 summer season with a diverse and expanded flight offering that will take travelers to around 40 countries. The new summer flight schedule, which is valid until 25 October... more
AirlinesFrankfurt Airport: to 275 destinations in 91 Countries
More flights within Europe for Summer schedule
Frankfurt Airport’s new Summer schedule will come into force on March 30, in tandem with the changeover to daylight saving time in Germany. The coming summer season will see a total of 83 airlines flying t... more
AirlinesHelvetic Airways: E-195E2 airplane landed at London-City Airport
After that an E-190E2 touched down on the runway at the same airport in 2021
Yesterday marked the landing of the first commercial flight of the E-195E2 at London City Airport, operated by Helvetic Airways. This is now the largest jet from London City Airport.The carrier is making... more
AirlinesEuropean carriers: "EU 2030 green fuel target is unrealistic"
Urgent postponement needed, say EU aviation giants meeting today at A4E Aviation Summit
European aviation giants are sounding the alarm: the European Union's target of requiring the use of 6% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by 2030 is considered "unrealistic" and needs to be postponed urgently.... more
AirlinesCologne-Bonn Airport: the new Summer flight schedule
More than 100 destinations in over 30 Countries
Next Sunday (30 March) the new Summer flight schedule (valid until 26 October) starts at Cologne-Bonn Airport with a variety of popular holiday destinations and popular city connections, as well as numerous... more
AirlinesPlane bound for China forced to make unscheduled stopover: Pilot without passport
Crewmember notices oversight in flight: flight delays six hours
This also happens... A Boeing B-787 aircraft of the American United Airlines travelling to the Chinese metropolis of Shanghai, had to make an unexpected landing at the airport of San Francisco due to an... more
AirlinesFedEx reinforces its fleet: options for ten new airplanes confirmed
ATR-72/600F model, delivery scheduled between 2027 and 2029
ATR, the reference manufacturer of regional aircraft worldwide, today announced a major contract with FedEx Corp, the world’s express transportation provider, for the acquisition of 10 -72/600F. This o... more
AirlinesMalaysia Aviation Group signs order for up to 60 B-737 MAX aircraft
To renew the fleet of subsidiary Malaysia Airlines with more fuel-efficient airplanes
Boeing and Malaysia Aviation Group today announced an order for 18 single-aisle B-737/8s and 12 single-aisle 737/10s (with an option for 30 more) to refresh Malaysia Airlines’ fleet with more fuel-efficient a... more
AirlinesHeathrow Airport fire (2): cancellations, delays and hardships for thousands of passengers
Return to normality not before a few days. Cancelled flights to and from Italy - VIDEO
A violent fire has interested a substation, an operational section of London-Heathrow airport (see AVIONEWS), triggering a series of disruptions and delays in air connections, with repercussions that go... more
AirlinesIATA: aviation security leaders call for digital identity
For a rapid adoption of these technologies
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling for the rapid adoption of digital identity technologies to enhance aviation security and operational efficiency.Leading government and industry... more
AirlinesEmirates expands network served by its A-350 aircraft
Short and medium-haul routes in the Middle East/GCC and Europe; in Bologna from June 1st
Emirates has announced seven new destinations to be served by its A-350s, following the entry into service of new aircraft featuring the Premium Economy cabin. With this latest phase of fleet deployment,... more
AirlinesJAL renews its fleet: new aircraft for an efficient and sustainable one
Order for 17 B-737 Max announced; newness also for low-cost subsidiary Zipair
Japan Airlines (JAL) today announced a significant expansion of its fleet, disclosing an order for 17 new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, in addition to the 21 already acquired in March 2023. These single-aisle... more
AirlinesIATA CO2 Connect Enhanced with SAF Accounting
It follows the recent publication - ATTACHMENT
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has enhanced its IATA CO2 Connect emissions calculator to account for carbon emissions reductions related to the usage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). ... more
AirlinesAbolition of "municipal tax" and increase in winter flights: Sardinia opens to dialogue
Region ready to give in to investments that increase air connections in low season
Transport Councillor Manca: We have started a dialogue with Ryanair, but we are open to proposals from other companies too more
AirlinesEthiopian Airlines, AfDB sign MoU for Bishoftu Mega-Airport
Nearly $8 Billion to transform Addis Ababa's Air Hub
On Saturday, March 15, Ethiopian Airlines Group officially signed a letter of intent with the African Development Bank (AfDB), marking a crucial step towards the construction of the new "Bishoftu International... more
AirlinesAegean discloses new order for the A-321neo aircraft
To further grow its networks and support its expansion plan - DATA SHEET
Aegean, the largest Greek airline, has disclosed an order with Airbus for an additional eight A-321neo aircraft. The airplanes will enable the carrier to further grow its networks and support its expansion... more
AirlinesEmbraer CEO in Warsaw setting out plans for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance in Poland
The first announcement with the Łukasiewicz Institute of Aviation (iLOT)
Embraer, a global industry in the aerospace sector, active in both commercial and defense, plans to make Poland a center of excellence in Europe. Francisco Gomes Neto, President and CEO of Embraer, is... more
AirlinesJackson Square Aviation orders 50 A-320neo Family aircraft
The agreement is the first direct between lessor and industry - DATA SHEET
Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), one of the world’s leading aircraft lessors, has placed a firm order for 50 A-320neo Family airplanes. The agreement is its first direct order with Airbus, making the lessor a... more
AirlinesAir France-KLM reduces A-350/1000F order from Airbus
From eight to six, after a careful evaluation of the cargo fleet and production delays
The Air France-KLM Group announced today a revision of its order for A-350 Freighters, reducing the number of aircraft from eight to six. The decision follows a careful assessment of the fleet portfolio... more
AirlinesUnited Airlines installs Starlink on first regional plane
By the end of 2025, over 300 aircraft in its fleet will be equipped with them
United Airlines announced last Friday that it has installed Starlink on its first aircraft. The airline plans to equip more than 40 of its regional aircraft with the technology each month starting in May... more
AirlinesGaruda and Japan Airlines launch joint partnership
Strengthening flight networks expansion in Asia Pacific
The national flag carrier of Indonesia, Garuda Indonesia deepened its partnership with Japan Airlines through "Joint Business" partnership, demonstrating an extensive accelerating business portfolio and... more
AirlinesFrankfurt Airport: public sector strike by Verdi union on March 10
It causes massive disruptions to flight operations
Germany’s Verdi trade union, representing public-sector workers, has called for a one-day strike at Frankfurt Airport on Monday, March 10. The strike is expected to cause massive disruptions to flight o... more
AirlinesAir France-KLM Group: full year 2024 results
4Q, FY 2024 and outlook
Air France-KLM Group published today its financial results about full year 2024.The highlights are: Strong finish of the year leading to a Full Year operating result at €1.6 billion and margin at 5.1%Q4 20... more