PLAY, the low-cost Icelandic airline, is making a significant shift in its business model by placing greater emphasis on strong leisure markets out of Iceland, while reducing its focus on connecting passengers between North America and Europe. The airline’s point-to-point routes, particularly between Iceland and Southern Europe, have been consistently popular and profitable. However, its
Skyservice Business Aviation (Skyservice) has begun construction on a 60,000 ft² fixed-base operator (FBO) and hangar complex at Napa County Airport (APC). “We are thrilled to begin construction of our new private jet centre in Napa,” said Skyservice President and CEO Benjamin Murray. “Napa is a truly remarkable region in the United States, celebrated for
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has imposed a US$4 million fine on Lufthansa for discriminating against Jewish passengers travelling from New York to Budapest via Frankfurt in May 2022. The incident involved 128 Jewish passengers, many of whom were wearing traditional Orthodox Jewish attire, who were denied boarding on their connecting flight in Germany.
Cargolux, a European all-cargo airline, has announced the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Unilode Aviation Solutions (Unilode) for Unit Load Device (ULD) management services. Cargolux first entrusted Unilode with the management of its ULD fleet in 2009. Since then, Unilode has supported the airline’s fleet and route network expansion by delivering ULD management services
AJW Group is further strengthening its presence in Japan with the appointment of Mitsui & Co. as its exclusive sales representative. This strategic partnership enhances AJW Group’s ability to support the Japanese market, facilitating the supply and support of aircraft components through contracted services such as power-by-the-hour (PBH). It also provides comprehensive maintenance, repair and
In preparation for the arrival of its much-anticipated Airbus A350 aircraft, Emirates has invested approximately US$48 million in cutting-edge training equipment and systems for both its pilots and cabin crew. This significant investment underscores the airline’s commitment to achieving the highest standards of excellence in crew training. The new training suites include three full-flight simulators
Boeing has announced plans to cut 17,000 jobs in an effort “to align with our financial reality” as the aerospace giant faces ongoing challenges from a major strike and the fallout from its latest safety crisis, The Guardian reported. The the company also revealed it will delay the first delivery of its 777X commercial jetliner
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,
