Airbus is reportedly set to lock out workers at its Canadian A220 assembly line if they reject the latest contract offer due on Wednesday. This development follows recommendations from a conciliator, as seen by sources close to the matter. The potential lockout underscores the tense negotiations surrounding the new contract terms for the aircraft manufacturing [...]
China is gearing up to launch a high-stakes robotic spacecraft mission to the far side of the moon, marking the first in a series of complex missions aimed at setting the stage for the country's first manned lunar landing and the establishment of a base on the moon's south pole. This groundbreaking venture into uncharted [...]
A 30-year-old man has been fined $21,000 for exhibiting unruly behavior and engaging in loud arguments on a flight from London to Newark. Described as physically combative, the man's actions led to significant disruptions aboard the aircraft, prompting authorities to impose a hefty fine as a consequence of his conduct. United Flight 883 ended up having [...]
After numerous setbacks and a decade of waiting, Boeing's Starliner crew capsule is finally scheduled to transport astronauts into space. Initially projected to be operational by 2015, the Starliner has faced a series of delays that postponed its much-anticipated astronaut launch. This development marks a significant milestone in Boeing's space exploration efforts. Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, bing.com, [...]
Bonza, Australia's low-cost carrier that celebrated its first anniversary recently, has unexpectedly announced the temporary suspension of all its flights, leaving many travelers stranded. The airline has not disclosed specific reasons for the abrupt halt in operations, nor has it provided a definitive timeline for when services might resume. This sudden development has caused significant [...]
Bonza, an Australian airline based on the Sunshine Coast, has abruptly halted all operations after its fleet was repossessed by aircraft asset manager AIP Capital. The airline's CEO, Tim Jordan, announced the suspension of flights scheduled for April 30, citing ongoing discussions about the viability of the business. This development follows a period of speculation [...]
Kenya Airways has suspended its flights to Kinshasa N'Djili, Democratic Republic of Congo, effective April 30, in response to the alleged illegal detention of two of its staff members by the Congolese military. The suspension comes amidst escalating tensions between Kenya and the DRC, with accusations of harassment targeting the airline's operations. According to Allan [...]
Skylinks Aviation, based in Goa, India, has taken a significant step towards enhancing its fleet by signing a letter of intent (LOI) with Mallard Aircraft for the purchase of four ME-1A amphibious aircraft. The agreement was formalized last month in Venice, Italy, marking an ambitious move by Skylinks to broaden its operational capabilities. Jagdish Kotecha, [...]
SAS Scandinavian Airlines is setting the stage for a substantial expansion of its regional jet operations, specifically through its SAS Link subsidiary, which currently operates Embraer E195 aircraft. This was disclosed by Henrik Winell, Vice-President (Network) at SAS, during the Routes Europe conference as covered by Aviation Week. The airline, headquartered in Copenhagen, is actively [...]
easyJet, the UK-based low-cost airline, has confirmed its plans to acquire the SR Technics aircraft maintenance facility located at Malta International Airport. This move is pending regulatory approval and aligns with the airline's strategy to bring more of its maintenance operations in-house, according to a statement provided to ch-aviation. The facility, featuring six maintenance bays, [...]
According to reports from Kampala, the Ugandan government is nearing a significant agreement with Boeing to acquire four aircraft for Uganda Airlines. This development signals a potential strategic shift from Airbus, sparking industry speculation. While no official statement has been released, insider sources claim President Yoweri Museveni approved the acquisition during a meeting on April [...]
Bonza, Australia's newest airline based at Sunshine Coast, is experiencing significant delays in expanding its fleet due to regulatory and logistical challenges. The airline initially wet-leased two Boeing 737-8s, C-FLHI (msn 61804) and C-FLKC (61807), from Flair Airlines during the 2023-24 Southern Hemisphere summer, with plans to transition these to dry leases for more operational [...]
