Heike Tamm

Lufthansa will invest €14 m in airBaltic for a minority stake

Lufthansa Group to invest €14 million in airBaltic for minority stake

The Ministry of Transport of Latvia, airBaltic and Lufthansa Group have signed an agreement for Lufthansa Group to invest €14 million (US$14.7 million) in airBaltic, securing a minority stake and a seat on the airline’s Supervisory Board. As part of the deal, Lufthansa Group will receive a convertible share representing a 10% stake in airBaltic. […]

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Southeast Aerospace achieves UK CAA PART 145 approval

Southeast Aerospace, Inc. (SEA) has announced its attainment of UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) PART 145 approval (UK.145.50427). This certification for the United Kingdom and Ireland reinforces SEA’s commitment to delivering high-quality aviation products and services to customers worldwide. The UK CAA PART 145 certification enables SEA to issue UK-specific 8130 certificates and fully comply

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An American Airlines CRJ700 passenger jet and a Black Hawk helicopter collided in mid-air Wednesday, near Washington D.C. © Shutterstock

Fatal mid-air collision near Washington D.C. involving regional jet and military helicopter

A devastating mid-air collision occurred on January 29, 2025, near Washington D.C., resulting in the tragic loss of 67 lives. The incident involved an American Airlines regional passenger jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, which collided in close proximity to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The American Airlines regional jet, operated by PSA

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airBaltic

airBaltic and SUA Líneas Aéreas forge strategic partnership

The Latvian national airline airBaltic and the Latin American startup airline SUA Líneas Aéreas have entered into a strategic partnership. Under this agreement, airBaltic plans to wet lease up to five of its Airbus A220-300 aircraft to SUA beginning in October 2025. Additionally, airBaltic will provide support in various operational areas, including pilot training, IT

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A fire broke out on an Airbus A321 from Air Busan at Gimhae International Airport, Busan

Air Busan plane evacuated after fire breaks out before take-off in South Korea

An Air Busan Airbus A321 was evacuated on Tuesday night, January 28, after a fire broke out near its tail at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea. The aircraft, scheduled to fly to Hong Kong, was preparing for departure when the incident occurred at around 10:30 p.m. All 176 people on board, including 169

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Crisalion and Copenhagen Helicopter will analyse and develop plans for passenger and cargo transport solutions© Crisalion Mobility

Crisalion Mobility and Copenhagen Helicopter sign strategic agreement

Crisalion Mobility, a Spanish frontrunner in the design and development of efficient, safe and sustainable advanced electric mobility solutions, has entered into a strategic agreement with Copenhagen Helicopter, a Danish company renowned for its expertise in advanced air mobility (AAM) services and infrastructure, backed by over 15 years of experience. This collaboration aims to explore

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Tamsin Hayward

AerFin appoints Tamsin Hayward as General Counsel

AerFin has appointed Tamsin Hayward as General Counsel, leveraging her extensive legal expertise and over 20 years of experience in the aviation sector. Hayward has held senior positions across renowned organisations, including Priceline.com, easyJet and AJW Group, where she excelled in leading cross-functional teams, ensuring regulatory compliance across international markets, and executing complex transactions in

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Michael Parrish

Elliott Aviation promotes Michael Parrish to President

Elliott Aviation, a renowned provider of aviation services with over 80 years of history, has announced the promotion of Michael Parrish to President. Parrish, who previously served as Senior Vice President, brings 34 years of extensive experience in the aviation industry, coupled with a reputation for effective leadership and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction

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