The Boeing 737 MAX 8 took to the skies for the first time earlier. The 737 MAX program achieved the milestone on schedule which begins a comprehensive flight-test program leading to certification and delivery. With the latest technology LEAP-1B engines from CFM International and Boeing-designed Advanced Technology winglets, the first member of the efficient 737…
Another milestone in Gatwick’s £2 billion transformation programme was reached today when Gatwick chief executive Stewart Wingate invited Caroline Ansell MP to officially open the airport’s newly-redeveloped Pier 5. The new Pier 5 project is now fully operational and represents a single investment of £80 million forming a key part of the North Terminal transformation…
Dubai International retained its position as the world’s number one hub for international passengers by registering annual traffic of just over 78 million in 2015, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports. Boosted by the growth of some 100 airlines that connect Dubai International to more than 240 destinations around the world,…
Qatar Airways has announced plans to launch the world’s longest direct flight: a 9,034-mile schlep from Doha to Auckland. Should the route get the green light, it would beat the current record holder – Qantas’s Dallas-Sydney service – by almost 500 miles. The journey time would be an estimated 18 hours and 34 minutes, according…
American Airlines in this week’s schedule update has revised planned operational aircraft for Chicago – Manchester route during summer peak season. From 02JUN16 to 05OCT16 (ORD departure), the oneWorld member will be operating Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft on daily basis, replacing 767-300ER.http://ift.tt/1nI0Rpq
Dubai International retained its position as the world’s number one hub for international passengers by registering annual traffic of just over 78 million in 2015, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports. Boosted by the growth of some 100 airlines that connect Dubai International to more than 240 destinations around the world,…
Ryanair has announced quarter three profits of €103 million, a 110 per cent increase on prior year. Traffic grew 20 per cent to 25 million over the period, as average fares fell one per cent to €40. The low-cost Irish carrier also saw load factors rise five per cent to 93 per cent, while unit…
Blue Air has become a full member of the International Air Transport Association. This milestone was achieved following the recent IATA Operational Safety Assessment, a complex audit that assessed more than 900 standards and best practices for flight safety. The test covers everything from flight operations, operational control and flight dispatch, to aircraft engineering and…
Dubai International retained its position as the world’s number one hub for international passengers by registering annual traffic of just over 78 million in 2015, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports. Boosted by the growth of some 100 airlines that connect Dubai International to more than 240 destinations around the world,…
easyJet has launched a new industry team that will focus on further development of the travel management company sector throughout Europe. The airline continues to evolve into markets such as Germany and with team-members located in strategic markets across Europe, easyJet aims to enhance its partnerships with the corporate travel sector, which now represents more…
Emirates has reaffirmed its commitment to Sri Lanka by introducing an additional daily service between Dubai and Colombo. Effective August 1st, the airline will operate five daily flights between Dubai and Colombo every day except Wednesdays when it will operate four flights. Details
Iran officials have signed two agreements with Airbus covering new aircraft orders and a comprehensive civil aviation co-operation package. The agreements were signed at the Élysée Palace, Paris, during Iranian president Hassan Rouhani’s official visit to France with French president François Hollande. Iran Air has signed an agreement with Airbus for the acquisition of the…