The top-ranking airlines in Asia Pacific in March showed significant improvements in their OTP performance over last month. Singapore Airlines (SQ) maintained its dominance in the region with an OTP of 88.31%, a 4-point increase over February’s OTP of 84.12%. AirAsia (AK) secured the second-place position this month with an OTP of 85.33%; a near [...]
Airbus ACJ business jet family A350, A330neo, A321neo, A320neo, A319neo Global Jet Aruba has enhanced its charter fleet by introducing its first Airbus ACJ330-200, marking a significant expansion of its luxury air travel offerings. The aircraft is a 2002 model that was fully refurbished in 2019 to accommodate up to 31 passengers in heightened comfort [...]
Greeley Air Charter, based at Denver Rocky Mountain, has offloaded its only Falcon 900EX, transitioning the aircraft to the Colorado-based petroleum company Ovintiv. The transfer of the aircraft occurred on February 29 this year, marking a significant change in Greeley’s fleet composition. The 27-year-old trijet, known for its 12 executive seats, has been a part [...]
Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) has significantly expanded its presence in the aviation sector by acquiring full ownership of Etihad Airways Engineering (EYE) and the Advanced Military Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Centre (AMMROC), along with a 50% stake in Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL). This move establishes a robust UAE-based aviation conglomerate specializing in maintenance, repair, and [...]
Aer Lingus, the flag carrier of Ireland, has been removed as the launch customer for the Airbus A321-200XLR by its parent company, IAG International Airlines Group. This decision follows unresolved disputes over pilot pay that have impacted the airline's cost structure and investment returns. According to a statement provided to ch-aviation by IAG, Aer Lingus [...]
Royal Jordanian, based at Amman Queen Alia, has recently celebrated the arrival of its first E190-E2 aircraft, marking a significant step in its regional fleet expansion. The delivery, which occurred in early May 2024, involved the aircraft being ferried via Recife and Gran Canaria to its home base, as recorded by Flightradar24 ADS-B data. This [...]
TAG Aviation, a prominent name in the aviation sector, has strategically relocated its only Bombardier Global Express from its United Kingdom base in Farnborough to its Malta operation. This move, disclosed by ch-aviation research, signifies a reshuffling of assets within the company's extensive network of Air Operator's Certificates (AOCs). The aircraft, registered as 9H-KDR and [...]
Skyemotion, an Austrian-based jet charter and management startup, is actively seeking entry into the US market, aiming to extend its charter services to include flights to and from the United States. The company has officially filed for an exemption and a foreign air carrier permit with the US Department of Transportation (DOT). This strategic move [...]
SpiceJet, the Indian low-cost carrier based in Delhi, has been given an additional deadline until May 22 to settle a payment of USD 1.58 million to engine lessors Team France and Sunbird France. This extension comes after the airline previously disregarded a March 2024 court directive to fulfill its lease obligations within four weeks. The [...]
JetBlue Airways is strategically revitalizing twelve A320-200 aircraft, previously slated for return to lessors, as a response to immediate growth challenges linked to ongoing Pratt & Whitney engine recalls. These aircraft will be reconfigured and reintroduced into JetBlue's fleet to maintain operational capacity, as revealed by US journalist Seth Miller. One such aircraft, designated N503JB [...]
An airline passenger ignited a debate after claiming on Reddit that their backpack was not permitted in the overhead bin during a flight, describing the experience as "my nightmare." The passenger, who flies weekly, expressed surprise and frustration, stating, "I have never been told to remove an item from the bin." This incident has sparked [...]
The chairman of Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, expressed dissatisfaction with Boeing regarding delays in resolving issues with its 777X program. During a statement on Tuesday, he highlighted that Boeing had previously committed to addressing these challenges but has yet to deliver on those promises. This situation adds to the complications facing the U.S. planemaker, as [...]
