SITA has opened a new technology hub in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, aimed at driving innovation in air travel. This new hub strengthens SITA’s network of technology centres, joining those in London, Letterkenny (Ireland) and New Delhi. The Cluj-Napoca hub will focus on developing solutions to improve passenger processing, operational efficiency and sustainability, addressing key challenges in
The lead negotiator for a Boeing union representing around 33,000 workers, who have been on strike for nearly a month, stated on Wednesday, October 9, that members were prepared to endure a lengthy standoff with the planemaker after pay negotiations collapsed the previous day. “We’re in this for the long haul, and our members understand
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) will suspend commercial passenger operations at Orlando International Airport (MCO) from 8 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9th, and at Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) from 10 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8th, as Hurricane Milton approaches Central Florida. Although commercial flights will cease, the airports will remain open for emergency, aid,
Italian prosecutors have accused seven individuals and two sub-contractors of crimes including fraud and breaching aircraft safety regulations following an investigation into suspected flawed parts produced by an Italian company for Boeing, Reuters reported. The investigation, which began in late 2021, was launched after Boeing revealed that some parts for its 787 Dreamliner, supplied by
Aviation market intelligence firm IBA has reported a notable decrease in CO2 emissions per Available Seat Kilometre (ASK) globally compared to pre-pandemic levels. According to the company’s latest data, global aircraft efficiency has seen significant improvement, with CO2 per ASK dropping between 4.1% and 10.1% from 2019 to 2024 as airlines continue to modernise their
Wizz Air has inaugurated its latest state-of-the-art pilot training centre at Rome Fiumicino Airport in Italy, marking a significant expansion of its training capabilities beyond its initial facility in Budapest. The new centre is set to provide recurrent training for more than 4,800 pilots annually, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM) has announced a series of measures aimed at enhancing its operational and financial performance. This comprehensive plan includes increasing productivity, simplifying the organisational structure, reducing costs and deferring non-essential investments. While KLM’s revenues are on the rise, these steps have become necessary due to increasing costs related to equipment, staffing,
Airlines across the Middle East are facing significant disruptions following the closure of key airspaces in response to escalating regional tensions. The closures came after Iran launched missile strikes on Israel. These developments have severely impacted the operations of major carriers like Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. Emirates announced the suspension of its services
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and Helvetic Airways have agreed to extend their long-standing partnership for an additional five years. Under this wet-lease agreement, Helvetic Airways will operate up to 15 advanced and carbon-efficient Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 aircraft, as well as its predecessor models, on behalf of SWISS for its European route network. All
Argentinian President Javier Milei is set to sign a decree aimed at accelerating the privatisation process of the country’s flagship state-owned carrier, Aerolíneas Argentinas. The decree, announced by Presidential Spokesperson Manuel Adorni, will facilitate the ongoing congressional debate to formally declare the airline “subject to privatisation,” as permitted by Article Nine of the State Reform
