China’s HNA transfers airline management to Fangda Group
China’s HNA Group Co Ltd (HNAIRC.UL) said it has transferred management of its core aviation business, including Hainan Airlines Holding… Read More »
Australian airlines gear up for price war as new challengers enter market
Australia’s domestic airline industry, held back during the pandemic by state border closings, is gearing up for a price war… Read More »
U.S. Congress boosts funding for Boeing jet fighters, ships in defense bill
U.S. lawmakers sought to increase aircraft and Navy ship purchases in an effort to field a robust military and send… Read More »
Airlines say nations overreacted to Omicron variant
Global airlines blasted governments on Wednesday for worsening the Omicron scare through snap border measures and “rip-off” virus testing regimes,… Read More »
Japanese billionaire Maezawa blasts off into space
Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa set out to became the first space tourist in more than a decade to travel to… Read More »
American Airlines CEO to retire in March
American Airlines CEO Doug Parker is stepping down next year after two decades running airlines and will be succeeded by… Read More »
Omicron is prompting new rules for international travelers to the U.S.
The rules of international travel are changing — again. The emergence of the omicron variant of Covid in southern Africa… Read More »
Australian budget airline Bonza to lease up to 8 737 MAX jets
New budget Australian airline Bonza said on Wednesday it planned to operate up to eight Boeing Co (BA.N) 737 MAX… Read More »
Aeromexico says bankruptcy court accepts financing commitment
Mexican airline Aeromexico said late on Monday a bankruptcy court has approved its commitment letters regarding exit financing and set… Read More »
Air New Zealand could grow domestic business by 20%-30%
Air New Zealand Ltd (AIR.NZ) has the potential to grow its domestic business by 20%-30% from pre-pandemic levels over the… Read More »
France to mimic Musk with own SpaceX-style launcher
European space company ArianeGroup will develop a reusable mini-launcher to compete with the likes of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, French Finance… Read More »
Russia says airliner had to lose height to avoid NATO spy plane
A Russian Aeroflot airliner flying from Tel Aviv to Moscow was forced to change altitude over the Black Sea because… Read More »
Sabre and American Express Global Business Travel announce multi-year partnership
Sabre Corporation [NASDAQ: SABR] and American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) announce a long-term, multi-faceted strategic partnership focused on developing… Read More »
Aviation expert claims omicron border restrictions show countries haven’t learned
A decision by several countries to impose border restrictions out of concerns around the omicron Covid variant was called “knee-jerk”… Read More »
Boeing shares surge as 737 MAX on return to China
China’s aviation authority on Thursday issued an airworthiness directive on the Boeing 737 MAX that will help pave the way… Read More »
Nanoracks, Voyager Space, and Lockheed Martin Awarded NASA Contract
Nanoracks, in collaboration with Voyager Space and Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT], has been awarded a $160 million contract by NASA… Read More »
Omicron clouds outlook for international travel
The spread of the Covid omicron variant across the world could further delay the travel industry’s recovery, a fresh challenge… Read More »
Universal Hydrogen CEO sees jetmakers backing new fuel
Airbus (AIR.PA) and Boeing Co (BA.N) will launch all-new successors to their best-selling single-aisle jets powered by hydrogen from around… Read More »
Pratt to announce update of A320neo engine
Hartford, Conn., Dec 1 (Reuters) – Engine maker Pratt & Whitney is set to announce an improved version of its… Read More »
Safran stands firm on jet output, reviews part of Zodiac
Jet engine maker Safran (SAF.PA) said the worst of the coronavirus crisis was over but took a cautious view on… Read More »
India’s Jet Airways in talks with Boeing, Airbus for $12 billion order
India’s Jet Airways (JET.NS) is in talks with planemakers Boeing Co (BA.N) and Airbus SE (AIR.PA) for an order worth… Read More »
Global airlines prepare for Omicron volatility, agility will be key
Global airlines are bracing for more volatility due to the Omicron coronavirus variant that could force them to juggle schedules… Read More »