KLM Welcomes First Airbus A321neo to Fleet with Inaugural Flights
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has officially welcomed its first Airbus A321-252neoX into its fleet, marking a significant milestone in the… Read More »
Lufthansa Extends Wet Lease Agreement with airBaltic
Germany’s Lufthansa Group has announced the extension of its wet lease agreement with airBaltic for an additional three years, beginning… Read More »
American Airlines Cuts Routes at Austin-Bergstrom Airport
American Airlines is significantly scaling back its operations at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), with plans to cancel flights to Boston,… Read More »
FWC Urges Virgin Australia Pilots to Accept 21% Pay Raise
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has strongly recommended that Virgin Australia pilots accept a new contract offering a substantial salary… Read More »
Shanghai Airports Shut Down Ahead of Typhoon Bebinca
Shanghai’s two major airports, Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), have temporarily halted all operations in anticipation… Read More »
Air Canada and Pilots Union Reach Tentative 4-Year Contract
Air Canada, the national airline of Canada, has announced a tentative agreement with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), representing… Read More »
Etihad Airways Expands Abu Dhabi-Sydney Flights for Summer 2025
Etihad Airways has unveiled its ambitious plans to boost connectivity between Abu Dhabi and Sydney, alongside significant frequency increases across… Read More »
PIA Seeks to Resume European Flights Amid EU Ban Lift Efforts
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is making significant strides toward resuming operations to European airports, following years of restrictions imposed due… Read More »
Close Call at Nashville Airport
On September 12, 2024, a potential runway collision at Nashville International Airport (BNA) was narrowly avoided when an Alaska Airlines… Read More »
Crew Resource Management Enhances Flight Safety
As aviation technology evolves and passenger numbers soar to record levels, aircrew, flight departments, and governments have developed sophisticated procedures… Read More »
Afar Welcomes Airline Retail Expert Ann Cederhall
Afar is thrilled to announce the addition of Ann Cederhall as our new columnist, bringing her extensive expertise in airline… Read More »
DC Aviation Orders Gulfstream G400 for European Charter
At a recent event held at Gulfstream’s Farnborough Centre, the renowned private jet manufacturer announced a significant milestone: Stuttgart-based DC… Read More »
Brussels Airlines Expands Long-Haul Fleet
Brussels Airlines is set to enhance its long-haul operations by adding three new Airbus A330 aircraft to its fleet. While… Read More »
AirAsia Joins Heart Aerospace Board for ES-30
AirAsia has joined Heart Aerospace’s Industry Advisory Board to support the development of the Swedish startup’s hybrid-electric aircraft, the ES-30…. Read More »
Avolon to Acquire $5 Billion Castlelake Aviation Portfolio
Avolon has announced a major acquisition, agreeing to purchase Castlelake Aviation’s $5 billion portfolio, which includes 118 aircraft, 13 new-technology… Read More »
Air Astana Expands UAE Flight Network
Air Astana is set to strengthen its presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the launch of new routes… Read More »
LATAM Launches Boeing 787 Cabin Upgrades
LATAM Airlines has initiated a significant cabin refurbishment program for 24 of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners, aiming to enhance the… Read More »
Riyadh Air to Begin Test Flights as It Prepares for Launch
Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air, is set to operate its first non-commercial flight on September 12, 2024. The… Read More »
airBaltic Celebrates 100th Pilot Academy Graduate with New Aviators
airBaltic has marked a significant milestone by graduating its 100th pilot from its Pilot Academy, celebrating the completion of intensive… Read More »
China’s CDB Leasing Orders 80 Airbus A320neo Aircraft to Upgrade Fleet
China Development Bank Financial Leasing (CDB) has announced a substantial order for 80 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The deal, revealed… Read More »
easyJet to Close Toulouse Base Amid French Network Changes
Low-cost carrier easyJet has announced it will close its operating base at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) in Southwest France, a decision… Read More »
Russian Flight Nearly Lands on Closed Runway at Kadyrov Grozny GRV Airport
On the morning of September 7, 2024, a potentially dangerous incident occurred at Kadyrov Grozny International Airport (GRV) when a… Read More »
Air France Resumes Direct Paris-Manila Flights, Expands in Asia-Pacific
Air France is set to reinstate direct flights connecting Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)… Read More »
Qantas Expands Perth Operations for Global Growth
Qantas is set to enhance its operations at Perth International Airport (PER) in Western Australia, aiming to develop the facility… Read More »
Lufthansa Group Expands Winter 2024 Network with New Flights
The Lufthansa Group is set to significantly expand its network reach for winter 2024, with a range of new routes… Read More »
K-Mile Asia Welcomes Thailand’s First Boeing 767-300BCF Freighter
K-Mile Asia, a prominent cargo airline in Thailand, is marking a significant milestone with the introduction of the country’s first… Read More »