The pilot union of Southwest Airlines, SWAPA, has strategically enlisted the services of several law firms in anticipation of the airline potentially pursuing the acquisition of another carrier. This move underscores the union's commitment to safeguarding the interests and securing the future of Southwest pilots in the event of a major corporate transaction. In a [...]
In a serious breach of aviation safety laws, a man from Redding, California, was apprehended for targeting aircraft with a laser pointer at the Redding Airport. The incident, which occurred late Wednesday night, was promptly addressed by the Shasta County Sheriff's Office (SCSO). Reports of a green laser interfering with aircraft operations during critical phases [...]
Air New Zealand has announced a temporary suspension of its Auckland to Chicago service, citing ongoing issues with the availability of Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. The flights, which currently operate three times a week using Boeing 787-9 aircraft, will be paused from March 31 to October 25. This decision impacts the longest nonstop route in [...]
iGA Istanbul Airport is taking significant strides towards fulfilling its aspiration to be recognized as a global epicenter for aviation training, showcasing its commitment to addressing the demand for skilled and proficient personnel within the aviation sector. In its quest to achieve this ambitious goal, iGA Istanbul Airport recently orchestrated a two-day Global Training Symposium [...]
During Routes Asia 2024, All Nippon Airways' (ANA) sustainability leader emphasized the critical need for a consolidated voice from the Asia-Pacific region on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and utilization. Highlighting the organized efforts by African and European nations at ICAO meetings, ANA's Director of Decarbonization and Corporate Planning, Hiroaki Sugimori, pointed out the absence [...]
Transatlantic flights, bridging continents over hours of open ocean, necessitate meticulous planning by airlines, especially regarding pilot staffing. Despite the visibility of cabin crew interactions, passengers are less aware of the cockpit's operational dynamics. For long-haul journeys like these, airlines adhere to strict guidelines to ensure a safe and efficient flight, influenced heavily by pilot [...]
Turkish Technic, in collaboration with Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), the Airbus Passenger to Freighter (P2F) conversion specialist, has successfully undertaken its first-ever conversion of an Airbus A330 from a passenger jet to a cargo aircraft. This significant milestone in the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector was marked by the conversion and reinstallation of the [...]
In the wake of global pilot shortages, U.S. airlines have intensified their recruitment efforts throughout 2023 to bolster their ranks with new and experienced pilots. Through extensive recruitment drives, enticing benefits, and the promotion of positive work culture and union relations, airlines are striving to attract a diverse pool of aviators. Despite these proactive measures, [...]
China Express Airlines, based in Chongqing, is poised to divest its entire stake in its crew training division, Huaxia Aviation Education Technology Industry Co. Ltd., to Huaxia Yunyi International Education Technology Co. Ltd. for a transaction value of CNY604.43 million (USD84.1 million). This move, disclosed in a February 21 filing, aims to allow the airline [...]
Wizz Air, the Switzerland-based budget airline, has announced plans to launch a state-of-the-art pilot training center near Rome's Fiumicino Airport. With a strategic location adjacent to Terminal One, the new facility represents a significant investment of approximately $40.95 million into the aviation sector. Spanning 2500 m2, the center aims to offer recurrent training to more [...]
Ascend Airways, previously known as Synergy Aviation, has embarked on a new phase in its operational strategy by taking delivery of its first Boeing 737-800, marking a significant transition from business charter services to narrowbody ACMI/charter operations. The aircraft, registered as G-HODL (msn 38175) and previously flown by KlasJet—a sister company under the Avia Solutions [...]
Qantas, the flag carrier of Australia based at Sydney Kingsford Smith, is grappling with unexpected delays in the reactivation of its Airbus A380-800 fleet, compelling the airline to adjust its service offerings significantly. Citing extensive backlogs at external Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities and ongoing supply chain constraints, Qantas has announced it will not [...]
