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Scoot Begins Embraer E-190 E2 Commercial Flights

Scoot operates its first Embraer E-190 E2 commercial service from Singapore to Krabi.

Airlines

Embraer Delivers 1800th E-Jet to Royal Jordanian

After celebrating 20 years of commercial service, Embraer delivered its 1800th E-Jet to Royal Jordanian.

Manufacturers

Airbus Reports April 2024 Results, 61 Deliveries 

Airbus delivered 61 aircraft to 33 customers and added 57 orders to its backlog, in April.

Manufacturers

Emirates to Retrofit 71 More A380, Boeing 777 Aircraft

Emirates has announced that it will retrofit an additional 43 A380s and 28 Boeing 777s.

Airlines

Most Punctual Airlines, Airports of March 2024

In this post, we share the top 10 airlines and airports that offered the best on-time performance in March.

Industry

An Aviation Academy for High Schoolers

Cherokee College & Career Academy gives high schoolers the opportunity to begin training in aviation.

Expert Column

Spirit Airlines Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

Spirit's Q1 2024 results show strategic and tactical changes benefiting the airline's unit revenue.

Airlines

U.S. Operator UrbanLink Orders 20 Lillium Jets

Lillium announces a firm order of 20 Lilium Jets from U.S. operator UrbanLink.

Future Flight

5/06/2012: Solar Impulse 1 Maiden Intercontinental Flight

Today, in 2012, the world’s first solar-powered aircraft capable of flying day and night flew intercontinental.

History

Emirates Announces First Nine A350 Destinations

Emirates announces its first nine Airbus A350 destinations in the Middle East, West Asia, and Europe.

Routes

Japan Airlines Reports Strong 2023 Performance

Japan Airlines capped off a successful fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, exceeding expectations.

Airlines

Op-Ed: On the Caribbean, Russian Airspace Closures

There's a long history of nations restricting their skies as a form of political arm-twisting.

Op-Ed

5/05/1947: First Flight of Alitalia–Linee Aeree Italiane

Today, in 1947, the first Alitalia–Linee Aeree Italiane flight took off from Turin, Italy.

History

Etihad Inks Five Interline Agreements with Five Airlines

Etihad Airways enters into new interline agreements with five carriers from five countries.

Airlines

Delta Air Lines Unveils A350 Team USA Aircraft Livery

Yesterday, Delta Air Lines unveiled its Airbus A350 Team USA aircraft livery in Toulouse, France.

Airlines

5/04/1979: Air Europe Commenced Operations

Today, in 1979, London Gatwick Airport-based Air Europe operated its maiden flight.

History

Delta to Reintroduce Tampa-Amsterdam Service

Delta Air Lines will restart scheduled service to Amsterdam from Tampa International Airport this fall.

Airlines

5/03/1976: Pan Am’s Round-the-World Record-setting Flight

Today, in 1976, a Pan Am Boeing 747SP completed a record-setting flight around the world.

History

Korean Air to Launch Lisbon Flights in September

Korean Air will launch scheduled charter flights to Lisbon, Portugal, on September 11.

Airlines

GoFirst Forced to Give Up Entire A320 Fleet

India’s GoFirst has been forced to deregister all 54 of its A320 aircraft as per a DGCA decision.

Airlines

Singapore-based Aircraft Lessor Orders 10 ATR 72s

Avation PLC has ordered ten ATR 72-600 turboprop aircraft to become part of its fleet.

Industry

Air Canada First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Air Canada's Q1 2424 results show a C$81 million loss despite a 7% revenue increase from Q1 2023.

Airlines

Air Asia Cambodia Commences Service

AirAsia's fifth airline, AirAsia Cambodia commenced scheduled services on May 2.

Airlines

Oman Air Appoints Con Korfiatis as New CEO

Oman Air has announced the appointment of Con Korfiatis as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Airlines

Interview: Vueling's Vision for Paperless Boarding

Airways discusses Vueling’s latest digital innovation with IT Director Javier Álvarez Sánchez.

Interviews

Trip Report: US-bound on Lufthansa’s Queen

Join us as we fly an Air Dolomiti Embraer and a Lufthansa Boeing 747 from Frankfurt to Houston.

Airlines

Turkish Airlines, Airbus, Rolls-Royce Cement Partnership

Turkish Airlines, Airbus, and Rolls-Royce celebrate the carrier's historic aircraft order.

Airlines

Air France-KLM Posts First Quarter Results

Air France-KLM reports an increase in revenue but a loss in operating results in Q1 2024.

Airlines

5/01/1988: Thai Airways International Is Established

Today, in 1988, Thailand announced the merger of the country’s two national carriers to form TG.

History

China Eastern to Launch Shanghai-Marseille Flights

China Eastern Airlines has announced the launch of direct flights between Shanghai and Marseille in July.

Airlines

LATAM Unveils New Dreamliner Economy Cabin Design

LATAM group unveils a new Economy cabin design for its Dreamliner aircraft.

Airlines

The Busiest International Airports in April 2024

Atlanta International retained its crown as the World's busiest airport, handling 5.2 million passengers in April.

Airports

4/30/1981: PEOPLExpress Commences Operations

Today, in 1981, American LCC PEOPLExpress began service with a Boeing 737 flight from Newark.

History

Turkish Airlines Leases Aircraft from CDB Aviation

Turkish Airlines has signed an agreement to lease seven additional aircraft from CDB Aviation.

Airlines

China Southern Operates Inaugural Doha flight

China Southern Airlines has commenced flights between Guangzhou and Doha.

Airlines

Bonza Suspends Operations amid Uncertain Future

Australian regional airline Bonza cancels all flights nationwide amid financial woes.

Airlines

airBaltic Reports Best-ever Q1 Revenue Results

airBaltic proved a successful European expansion plan with its best Q1 revenue results in history.

Airlines

China Southern Airlines Orders 100 C919 Aircraft

China Southern Airlines joins China Eastern Airlines and Air China with the COMAC C919 order.

Airlines

4/29/1988: The Prototype Boeing 747-400 Takes Flight

Today, in 1988, the world's first Boeing 747-400, N401PW, took to the skies for the first time. 

History

SAS Signs Agreement to Join SkyTeam‍ Alliance

Today, SAS Scandinavian Airlines has announced signing an agreement with the SkyTeam alliance. 

Airlines

Saudia Reports Strong Q1 Passenger Growth

Saudia kicked off 2024 with a strong performance in the first quarter, handling over 8.3 million passengers.

Airlines

Dubai Finalizes Terminal Plans for Al Maktoum Airport

Dubai greenlights the design for the new passenger terminals at Al Maktoum International Airport.

Airports

4/28/1958: Aer Lingus' Maiden Transatlantic Flight

Today, in 1958, Aer Lingus operated its maiden transatlantic flight from Dublin to New York.

History

4/27/2005: Maiden Flight of the Airbus A380

Today, in 2005, the Airbus A380 made its maiden flight after three years of development.

Manufacturers

London Heathrow Soars in Q1 with Record Traffic

London Heathrow Airport has reported a record-breaking Q1 2024, exceeding all previous traffic figures.

Airports

Trip Report: Air India Boeing 787 from Milan to Delhi

Join Airways as we fly to the land of spices on an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

Airlines

4/26/1972: Lockheed L-1011 Enters Commercial Service

Today, in 1972, Eastern Air Lines placed the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar into commercial service.

History

Alaska Airlines Expands Service in Southern California

Alaska Airlines has announced its expansion plans for two major hubs in Southern California.

Routes

Brussels Airlines' Refreshed Tomorrowland Special Livery

Brussels Airlines has unveiled a fully refreshed special livery dedicated to the Tomorrowland Music Festival.

Airlines

Airbus SE Releases Q1 2024 Financial Results

Airbus reports solid performance in Q1 2024 amid geopolitical and supply chain woes. 

Manufacturers

Snapshot: U.S. Airlines Q1 2024 Financial Performance

The first quarter of 2024 saw mixed financial results for major U.S. airlines. 

Airlines

IndiGo Places Order for 30 Airbus A350-900 Aircraft

IndiGo places a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 wide-body aircraft.

Airlines

Thai Airways Retires Its Last Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet

Thai Airways held a special ceremony in Thailand to bid farewell to its last Boeing 747.

Airlines

4/25/1935: Cambrian Airways is Established

Today, in 1935, the British airline Cambrian Airways was established as Cambrian Air Services.

History

Hawaiian Airlines Reports Q1 Financial Results

Hawaiian Airlines has reported a positive start to the year despite net loss.

Airlines

Etihad Airways Reinstates A380 Flights to New York

Etihad Airways has resumed Airbus A380 flights to New York, one of its most profitable routes.

Airlines

Boeing Reports Negative Q1 Financial Results

Boeing has reported negative Q1 results amid Boeing 737 issues.

Manufacturers

Embraer Reports Highest Order Backlog in Seven Years

Embraer reported its highest order backlog in seven years, worth USD 21.1 billion.

Airlines

Singapore Airlines Group Reports Strong March Growth

Singapore Airlines Group reported significant passenger and cargo traffic growth for March 2024.

Airlines

4/23/1919: Blackburn Kangaroo Begins Passenger Flights

Today, in 1919, the North Sea Aerial Navigation Company started a pax service with Blackburn RT.1s.

History

ANA, Air India to Sign Codeshare Agreement

ANA and Air India announced that they will enter a codeshare partnership from next month.

Airlines

Pattaya Airways Receives First ATR 72-500 Freighter

Thailand’s Pattaya Airways has welcomed its first and Thailand's only ATR 72-500 freighter aircraft to its fleet.

Airlines

Korean Air, WestJet Expand Codeshare Agreement

Korean Air and WestJet have announced the expansion of their codeshare partnership.

Airlines

PLAY Airlines Announces Direct Flight to Cardiff

Iceland’s PLAY Airlines is set to operate direct flights between Reykjavik and Cardiff this winter.

Airlines

4/22/1985: United's Purchase of Pan Am's Pacific Division

Today, in 1985, United Airlines announced that it was to buy Pan Am's Pacific division.

History

Air India Bids Farewell to Four Boeing 747-400s

Air India sells its last Boeing 747-400s to a US aftermarket commercial jet engine and parts supplier.

Airlines

British Airways Resumes Daily Abu Dhabi Flight

British Airways has reintroduced flights between London and Abu Dhabi after four years.

Airlines

Cathay Pacific Soars in March with Strong Demand

Cathay Pacific reported positive traffic figures for March 2024, reflecting a significant increase in demand.

Airlines

Trip Report: TAP Air Portugal E190 to Lisbon

Airways reviews a mid-range product on a short European route from Toulouse to Lisbon on a TAP E190.

Airlines

4/21/2001: Qantas New Zealand Is Grounded

Today, in 2001, Tasman Pacific Airlines, operating as Qantas New Zealand, suspended operations.

History

FAA Issues Rules to Address ATC Fatigue Reports

The FAA issues new rules and guidelines to address reports of fatigue among air traffic controllers.

Industry

Air New Zealand Updates Summer Capacity, Network

This summer, Air New Zealand will reintroduce two routes and increase capacity on key Asian routes.

Airlines

4/20/2015: Wizz Air Ukraine Suspends Operations

Today, in 2012, the subsidiary of the Hungarian LCC Wizz Air, Wizz Air Ukraine, ceased operations.

History

Air New Zealand's Plan for Electric Cargo Flights

Star Alliance member Air New Zealand plans to introduce all-electric cargo flights within two years.

Future Flight

Transavia to Leave Schiphol If It Closes Overnight

Transavia mulls the possibility of exiting the Netherlands' main hub if Schiphol closes overnight.

Airlines

Dubai Airports CEO Assures Full Operational Status

Dubai Airports CEO reassures the public that Dubai International Airport (DXB) is "100% operational."

Airports

4/19/2012: IAG Completes Takeover of Airline BMI

Today, in 2012, BMI-British Midland International Airways ownership was transferred to IAG.

History

Air Serbia to Introduce Shanghai Hongqiao Flights

Air Serbia has confirmed its intention to launch flights to Shanghai later this year. 

Airlines

Iran Suspends Flights Following Israeli Airstrike

Iran has activated its air defense systems and suspended flights amid Israeli airstrike.

Airports

Alaska Air Group Reports Q1 2024 Financial Results

Alaska Air Group achieved a record first-quarter 2024 operating revenue of US$2.2 billion.

Airlines

United Airlines Announces Q1 2024 Financial Results

United Airlines achieved its second-best-ever Q1 on-time departure performance.

Airlines

‍Fiji Airways, Porter Airlines Become Interline Partners

Fiji Airways and Porter Airlines ink interline agreement to expand passenger connectivity.

Airlines

4/18/1948: Cyprus Airways Operates Maiden Flight

Today, in 1948, Cyprus Airways, established a year earlier, operated its maiden flight.

History

Seven Innovations Making Aircraft Components Smarter

Airways take a look at several technology-driven changes on the horizon for aircraft components.

Future Flight

Top Commercial Aviation Podcasts to Follow in 2024

Commercial aviation podcasts are a fantastic way to get insider knowledge from industry experts.

Analysis

Etihad Airways Reports Strong March Traffic

Etihad Airways releases its preliminary March 2024 traffic stats, showcasing solid growth.

Airlines

EL Al Operates Inaugural Flight to Fort Lauderdale

EL Al Israel Airlines inaugurated its year-round service between Tel Aviv and Fort Lauderdale on April 15.

Airlines

40 Boeing 737 MAX Jets for Ryanair by Mid-July

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary expects Boeing to deliver 40 new jets by mid-July.

Airlines

4/17/2006: Charter Airline Hooters Air Ceases Operations

Today, in 2006, US charter airline Hooters Air ceased operations after three years.

History

Stansted Airport Reports Strong Winter Season

London Stansted Airport capped off a strong winter season with a record-breaking March.

Airports

China Southern Operates Inaugural Flight to Riyadh

China Southern Airlines operated its inaugural flight between Beijing and Riyadh on April 16.

Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines Inaugurates Its New Flagship Dreamliner

Hawaiian Airlines inaugurated its new flagship Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. See the photos!

Airlines

EasyJet Suspends Tel Aviv Flights Until October

EasyJet has suspended flights to Tel Aviv for the next six months due to the Iran-Israel conflict.

Airlines

CMA CGM Air Cargo Orders four More A350Fs

CMA CGM Air Cargo has placed an order for four more Airbus A350Fs.

Airlines

4/16/1969: Maiden Flight of the Let L-410 Aircraft

Today, in 1969, the prototype of the Let L-410 Turbolet performed its maiden flight.

History

Vietnam Airlines Boosts Flights for National Holidays

Vietnam Airlines plans to introduce over 100 additional flights, providing over 15,000 extra seats.

Airlines

Global Avionics Market to Double Valuation by 2034

The global avionics market is expected to experience significant growth in the next decade.

Industry

Air Astana, Neos Enter into Strategic Partnership

Central Asia meets Italy: Air Astana Group enters into a strategic partnership with Neos.

Airlines

4/15/2003: Delta Air Lines Launches LCC Song

Today, in 2003, Delta Air Lines' new low-cost carrier, Song, took to the skies.

History

ACI World: Top 10 Busiest Airports for 2023

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport maintains its rank as the world’s busiest airport.

Airports