NEWS Selfies Cause Crash in Colorado
Investigators with the National Transportation and Safety Board said selfies likely contributed to a plane crash that killed two near Watkins in May of last year. Link
NEWS First photo of Singapore Airlines new premium economy seat
Ahead of a worldwide launch this morning (Singapore time) SQ has shared the first image of its new premium economy seat.
NEWS Saudia develops automatic Wi-Fi connection for luxury passengers
Saudia has become the first airline to develop and provide passengers with a dedicated mobile phone application for free in-flight Wi-Fi. Passengers simply scan their ticket’s bar code for free Wi-Fi access. All of Saudia’s First class and Business passengers flying on the airline’s A330s and B777-300s on international routes receive a promotional code when…
NEWS IAG seeks to sooth Irish government concerns over Aer Lingus acquisition
International Consolidated Airlines has highlighted the importance of direct air services and connectivity for investment and tourism in Ireland following its offer for the airline. IAG argues its proposal would secure and strengthen Aer Lingus’ long term future and brand as a member of a successful and profitable European airline group, offering significant benefits to…
NEWS Europcar expands facilities at Belfast International Airport
Europcar, the leader in car hire services in Europe, has opened a new branch at Belfast International Airport, bringing travellers a dedicated rental suite within the arrivals area. The new branch provides business and leisure customers with convenient, stress-free access to car hire, ensuring they can continue their journey in the vehicle of their choice.
NEWS Lufthansa moves ahead with fleet modernisation programme with Boeing 747-8 delivery
The Lufthansa Group has continued with the modernisation of its aircraft fleet with the delivery of its 16th Boeing 747-8. The aircraft landed as scheduled at its future home airport in Frankfurt earlier. Following a nine-hour transfer flight from Seattle, the newest ‘Queen of the Skies’ joined Lufthansa’s jumbo fleet, replacing an older Boeing 747-400,…
NEWS Etihad Airways welcomes Dreamliner to fleet as passenger numbers soar
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has introduced its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner into commercial service. The first flight, operated by a Boeing 787-9, departed Abu Dhabi at 02:15 as flight EY23 for the seven hour 25 minute flight to Düsseldorf, Germany.Also today, Etihad revealed it carried a record number of…
NEWS Qatar Air Mulls Halting Japan Service Over Slot Row
The airline is “in the final stages of deliberations” about whether to withdraw the three daily services, which include one operated with its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner, a person close to the Gulf carrier said on Monday. Link
NEWS ROUTES: US Carriers Discuss Gulf Open Skies With Obama Officials
Executives from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have met with senior Obama administration officials to discuss limiting the access of the Gulf carriers to the USA, says former deputy assistant secretary of State John Byerly. Link
NEWS Air NZ aircraft struck by lightning on approach
A air new zealand Boeing 737-319 jet, with flight number NZ689 was en route from Wellington to Dunedin at FL100 when it was struck by lightning on approach into Dunedin airport New Zealand Link
NEWS Accident: Alaska B737 near Bakersfield on Feb 1st 2015, laser beam injures pilot
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900, registration N431AS performing flight AS-249 from San Diego,CA to Portland,OR (USA), was enroute at FL360 near Bakersfield,CA (USA) at about 02:40Z (Feb 2nd) when the aircraft was hit by a green laser beam causing an eye injury to one of the pilots. The aircraft continued to Portland for a safe…