Joshua Dean, a former Boeing whistleblower, has tragically passed away, adding to a series of concerns surrounding safety issues within the aviation giant. His death comes just a month after another former Boeing employee was found deceased in his car. Dean's passing has raised questions and renewed attention on the safety practices within Boeing, particularly [...]
In a significant move towards privatization, shareholders of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have approved the transfer of non-core assets and liabilities to a newly formed holding company. This decision, ratified during an extraordinary general meeting in Karachi on April 20, aligns with PIA's strategy to streamline operations by segregating its core and non-core business segments. [...]
South African Airways (SAA) is actively pursuing minority investors and exploring various financing avenues to secure capital, following the collapse of its equity partnership with the Takatso consortium. Derek Hanekom, the interim chairman of the flag carrier, discussed these strategic moves in a recent interview with eNCA (eNews Channel Africa), highlighting the need to adjust [...]
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Capital is set to receive approximately half of the aircraft originally promised by Boeing for delivery this year, according to DAE's Chief Executive. This announcement marks a significant reduction in expected deliveries from the planemaker, impacting DAE's operations and fleet expansion plans for the year. Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, bing.com, reuters.com
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, [...]
