Melanie Kraft

Melanie's aviation journey began at a young age, earning her first pilot certifications while still a teenager, before she ever held a driver’s license! As lead journalist at AIRLIVE.net, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the voice and editorial direction of the website. Her experience spans flight operations, air traffic coordination and emergency incident analysis.
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NEWS Iberia to hire pilots after decade long hiatus

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NEWS Alitalia refreshes brand identity as rejuvenation continues

Italian flag-carrier Alitalia has embarked on the next phase of its evolution…

NEWS Amadeus leads attack as Lufthansa imposes GDS surcharge

Amadeus has led criticism of Lufthansa’s decision to add fees to global…

NEWS Malaysia partners with Etihad Airways for tourism initiative

Etihad Airways and Tourism Malaysia have signed a global partnership agreement to…

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VIDEO Would you be brave enough to do that???

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NEWS Shenzhen Airlines orders 46 Boeing 737s

Boeing won a commitment from an Air China Ltd. affiliate for single-aisle…

NEWS BBC Worldwide launches new portal in partnership with VisitBritain

BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the BBC, and VisitBritain, the UK’s…

NEWS Boeing begins construction of first 737 MAX in Renton, Washington

Boeing employees in Renton, Washington, have started building the first 737 MAX…

ALERT #MH370 The search will be abandoned in the absence of fresh leads

Australia has stated that the underwater search for MH370 is unlikely to…