London City Airport Becomes Carbon Neutral
This milestone follows shortly after the airport’s biggest airline, British Airways, committed to offsetting carbon emissions on all domestic flights from January 2020.
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Air Canada takes delivery of its first Airbus A220
The Air Canada A220 features a dual-class cabin with capacity for 137 passengers; 12 in business class and 125 in economy class.
Digital Sky Challenge winners share vision for better air travel
The winners of the Digital Sky Challenge, which imagines solutions to the challenges of modern aviation, were announced during an awards ceremony at the SESAR… Read More »Digital Sky Challenge winners share vision for better air travel
Etihad Airways “Dissapointed” as Airberlin Files for Administration
Etihad Airways has issued the following statement on airberlin: “We have been informed that airberlin has filed for administration. “This development is extremely disappointing for… Read More »Etihad Airways “Dissapointed” as Airberlin Files for Administration
Caroline Kennedy Elected to Boeing Board of Directors
There was progress for women in aerospace this week with Boeing’s announcement that Caroline Kennedy was elected to join the Board of Directors. Kennedy, 59,… Read More »Caroline Kennedy Elected to Boeing Board of Directors
Cheapflights Offers Top Tips for Traveling with Tots
Cheapflights.com has published a new guide to air travel with babies and toddlers, in preparation of the summer peak travel season. As families gear up… Read More »Cheapflights Offers Top Tips for Traveling with Tots
Flying Green: KLM Turns to Honeywell Tech to Curb Fuel Spending
KLM plans to its annual fuel costs by 5 percent for its airline and cargo operations with Honeywell’s GoDirect Fuel Efficiency Software. The airline will… Read More »Flying Green: KLM Turns to Honeywell Tech to Curb Fuel Spending
Aerospace Will Take the Lead In 3D Printing Technology
Favorable regulatory policy will lead to growth of Additive Manufacturing (AM) also known as 3D printing technology in the aerospace sector in the next decade.… Read More »Aerospace Will Take the Lead In 3D Printing Technology
Boeing Invests in Video and Augmented Reality Tech
Boeing has purchased Pittsburg-based C360 Technologies which specializes in high-density video and distribution, including applications for live and on-demand augmented/virtual reality on multiple platforms. This… Read More »Boeing Invests in Video and Augmented Reality Tech
SmartSky 4G LTE-based ATG Network Promises greater speed for less
SmartSky Networks, LLC, an aviation communications provider, announced its initial deployment of the U.S.’ first airborne 4G LTE-based air-to-ground (ATG) network. Using 60 MHz of… Read More »SmartSky 4G LTE-based ATG Network Promises greater speed for less
Early to rise: Benjamin Franklin Becomes Norwegian’s first American tailfin hero
Norwegian has announced Benjamin Franklin as its first American tailfin hero. The inventor and statesman, who was often called the “first American” because of his… Read More »Early to rise: Benjamin Franklin Becomes Norwegian’s first American tailfin hero
Thomas Cook Group Airlines Reveals New Sunstream Wireless IFE
Starting this summer, customers of Thomas Cook Group Airlines can connect to Sunstream, a new entertainment system with their own personal device and enjoy movies,… Read More »Thomas Cook Group Airlines Reveals New Sunstream Wireless IFE
Passenger traffic up by 8.2% at Europe’s airports in May
European airport trade association, ACI EUROPE has released its traffic report for May 2017 – the latest indication of airport traffic performance in Europe. Passenger… Read More »Passenger traffic up by 8.2% at Europe’s airports in May
These Are Europe’s Best Airports, According to Industry Experts
These are Europe’s best airports, according to industry experts. The 13th Annual ACI EUROPE Best Airport Awards were announced last night during the Gala Dinner… Read More »These Are Europe’s Best Airports, According to Industry Experts
Thales Launches High-Tech Digital Factory
Thales launches high-tech Digital Factory, a technologies competence centre. The Thales Digital Factory will accelerate the digital transformation of Thales and its customers across all… Read More »Thales Launches High-Tech Digital Factory
Europe’s Airports Side with Paris, Commit to 100 Carbon Neutral Airports by 2030
The European airport industry renewed its commitment to reducing airports’ impact on Climate change during the 27th ACI EUROPE Annual Congress in Paris, by announcing… Read More »Europe’s Airports Side with Paris, Commit to 100 Carbon Neutral Airports by 2030
Recaro Recognized as Top Employer
Recaro Aircraft Seating received recognition as one of the best employers in the medium-sized business sector worldwide. This was confirmed through an independent study carried… Read More »Recaro Recognized as Top Employer
ACI EUROPE President Talks Security, Electronics Ban, Brexit, Open Skies and Airport Charges
During the European airport industry’s Annual General Meeting taking place in Paris, Augustin de Romanet, President of ACI EUROPE and President & CEO of Groupe… Read More »ACI EUROPE President Talks Security, Electronics Ban, Brexit, Open Skies and Airport Charges
ACI EUROPE: Air Traffic Defies Geopolitics, LCC Growth Intensifies Competition
ACI EUROPE Reports from its Annual Assembly on Air Traffic defying geopolitics, revenue headwinds and intensifying competition. The 27th ACI EUROPE Annual Assembly & Congress… Read More »ACI EUROPE: Air Traffic Defies Geopolitics, LCC Growth Intensifies Competition
Public Holidays Proved Popular at CPH in May 2017
May’s Public Holidays were popular travel days, Copenhagen Airport reports. The Great Prayer Day and Ascension Day public holidays are reflected in the traffic figures… Read More »Public Holidays Proved Popular at CPH in May 2017
Qantas to Host 74th IATA AGM in Sydney
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Qantas will host the 74th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in Sydney,… Read More »Qantas to Host 74th IATA AGM in Sydney
IATA AGM: Goh Choon Phong New IATA Chairman
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Goh Choon Phong, CEO of Singapore Airlines, has assumed his duties as Chairman of the IATA Board… Read More »IATA AGM: Goh Choon Phong New IATA Chairman
IATA AGM: Strong Profits but Labor, Fuel and Supplier Costs are on the Rise
During its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Cancun, The International Air Transport Association (IATA) revised its 2017 industry profitability outlook upwards, despite drop in annual… Read More »IATA AGM: Strong Profits but Labor, Fuel and Supplier Costs are on the Rise
IATA AGM: Defending the Business of Freedom
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that the global airline industry’s performance on safety, sustainability and profitability is solid, but the industry faces the… Read More »IATA AGM: Defending the Business of Freedom
IATA AGM: Governments Need to Back Sustainable Aviation Fuels
IATA: Governments Need to Support Production of Sustainable Aviation Fuels The International Air Transport Association (IATA) 73rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) approved a resolution calling… Read More »IATA AGM: Governments Need to Back Sustainable Aviation Fuels
IATA AGM: Closer Collaboration Key to Enhancing Aviation Security
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) 73rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) adopted a resolution reaffirming the airline industry’s commitment to safety and security. It also… Read More »IATA AGM: Closer Collaboration Key to Enhancing Aviation Security
A4E Welcomes EU Airspace Initiative, Calls on Member States to Implement
A4E welcomes the EU Commission’s initiative to enhance airspace efficiency, and calls on Member States for urgent implementation. Air Traffic Control (ATC) strikes seriously affect… Read More »A4E Welcomes EU Airspace Initiative, Calls on Member States to Implement
SAS Serves Record Passenger Numbers in May 2017
SAS has published its traffic figures for May 2017 SAS Scheduled traffic (RPK) increased 8.0% and the capacity (ASK) was up 7.2%. The load factor… Read More »SAS Serves Record Passenger Numbers in May 2017
Airports welcome new EU Aviation Strategy
ACI EUROPE welcomed the package of measures adopted by the European Commission to further support air connectivity and move forward with the EU Aviation Strategy… Read More »Airports welcome new EU Aviation Strategy
Qatar Airways Picks Inmarsat GX Aviation Broadband
Qatar Airways will offer its passengers next generation Inmarsat GX Aviation in-flight broadband solution, becoming the first Middle East airline to select the platform. Under this… Read More »Qatar Airways Picks Inmarsat GX Aviation Broadband