The aviation industry faces its toughest challenges during the winter, particularly in the Nordic regions where extreme cold and snow are commonplace. Aviator Airport Alliance, a leading provider of aviation services at 15 airports throughout the Nordics, is on a mission to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030. This ambition, however, is tested rigorously during the [...]
Asiana Airlines, based in Seoul Incheon, Korea, has brought an end to a lengthy legal battle by withdrawing its appeal against a ruling that found the airline unfairly terminated a catering contract with LSG Sky Chef Korea. This development was confirmed in a corporate filing made on January 23, 2024, marking the conclusion of the [...]
The US airline industry, one of the largest in the world, is witnessing a remarkable recovery post-COVID-19, with a significant surge in employment numbers. In a notable shift from the pandemic-induced downturn, airlines across the country have increased their staffing by 8.8% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Overview of Employment Growth in the US Airline Industry [...]
Network Airline Services (NAS) has been appointed as the General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) for Air Mauritius in Denmark, effective from August 1, 2023. This development marks a new chapter in the collaboration between NAS and Air Mauritius, enhancing the presence of the airline in the Danish market. Air Mauritius, known for its widebody [...]
United Airlines has earned the distinction of being the number one US airline for pilot recruitment for three consecutive years. The airline achieved this recognition by hiring a record number of pilots in a single month in October, with 270 new pilots joining its ranks. In the first ten months of 2023, United hired a [...]
Emirates, the world's largest international airline, announced at the Dubai Airshow a substantial US$950 million investment to construct a new, state-of-the-art engineering facility at Dubai World Central (DWC). This massive complex, spread over 1 million square meters, is set to be the largest and most advanced facility operated by any airline, significantly boosting Dubai’s aviation [...]
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), following recent incidents involving the disappearance of flight attendants in Canada, has implemented a new age restriction policy for its cabin crew on certain international flights. The airline confirmed that only flight attendants aged 50 years and older will be permitted to work on flights to Canada and other international routes. [...]
Major airlines are on track to significantly outpace last year's record pilot hiring numbers, with nearly 10,000 pilots already hired year to date. The recruitment strategies of these airlines seem to be highly effective, offering large salaries and significant signing bonuses. Private business aviation, however, is facing a starkly different reality. Despite high incentives being [...]
A California jury has delivered a verdict in favor of four American Airlines flight attendants, awarding over $1 million in a lawsuit against a uniform manufacturer over alleged toxic chemical exposure from their work attire. The flight attendants accused their uniforms of causing serious health issues such as rashes, headaches, and breathing difficulties. This landmark [...]
Satair and Transavia Airlines have signed an agreement for Satair’s Integrated Material Services (IMS) solution, which will aid in the introduction of the A321neo into the airline’s fleet later this year. Satair’s IMS solution will cater to Transavia’s requirements for expendable materials for line and base maintenance operations, supporting Transavia to ensure a seamless entry [...]
A significant number of pilots, nearly 5,000, are under investigation by federal authorities for allegedly concealing major health problems that could jeopardize aviation safety. These pilots are suspected of falsifying their medical records to hide mental health disorders and other serious conditions, even as they continued to fly. The revelations have raised concerns among experts [...]
Deutsche Aircraft is offering flight simulator training for the D328 UpLift, available for pilots from the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) at Simulator Training Solution (STS GmbH) in Velbert. The training is being offered ahead of the Nationale Luftfahrtkonferenz (German National Aviation Conference), taking place on 25 September 2023. “It is a fantastic opportunity to be [...]
