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 [...]
NASA has successfully received a laser transmission from an unprecedented distance of 140 million miles away, setting a new record for long-distance space communication. This groundbreaking achievement could significantly impact the future of space travel, enhancing the way we send and receive information across the vastness of space. Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, bing.com, nypost.com
AirAsia X (D7, Kuala Lumpur International) has provided a detailed overview of its strategy to acquire AirAsia Bhd, the operator of AirAsia (AK, Kuala Lumpur International), and AirAsia Aviation Group, which manages the non-Malaysian AirAsia-branded airlines. The disclosure was made in a recent filing with Bursa Malaysia, outlining a comprehensive plan that includes the issuance [...]
Aurigny Air Services, based in Guernsey, is actively seeking additional aircraft capacity on an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) basis after a DHC-8-Q400 it wet-leased from Luxwing experienced a runway excursion at Guernsey airport on April 23. The incident has led to the grounding of the aircraft, 9H-LWB (msn 4332), pending an investigation, resulting [...]
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings and Airbus are reportedly gearing up for high-level talks regarding the potential takeover of crucial airplane manufacturing assets. According to Bloomberg News, senior executives from both companies will convene in New York soon to discuss the details of this significant acquisition, highlighting the strategic moves within the aerospace industry. This meeting signifies [...]
Boeing has tapped into public credit markets to raise $10 billion as it continues to navigate significant financial and operational hurdles. This fundraising effort comes at a crucial juncture for the aerospace giant, which is still grappling with the fallout from its 737 Max 9 door plug incident in January, alongside efforts to ramp up [...]
China Southern Airlines is set to make aviation history by launching the longest direct flight from China, connecting the bustling megacity of Shenzhen with Mexico City. This new route not only marks the airline’s first direct passenger flight to Mexico but also represents a significant milestone as the longest flight originating from China. The introduction [...]
Freedom II, a Bermuda-based airline, has enhanced its charter offerings by engaging ACC Aviation to market two Embraer E170 aircraft, augmenting an existing agreement that includes the airline's B757-200. These aircraft, VP-BEB (msn 17000146) and VP-BEC (msn 17000112), were acquired in 2022 primarily to serve the travel needs of Richard M. Schulze, founder of Best [...]
A recent study has identified the U.S. airline with the highest rates of delays and cancellations, providing travelers with crucial insights into which carriers are most likely to disrupt their travel plans. In addition to identifying the airline, the study offers valuable tips on how to choose flights that minimize the risk of such disruptions. [...]
