IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has recently injected €1.5 million into the enhancement of its temperature-controlled perishables facility in Madrid, Spain. This investment is part of a total €12 million allocated to bolstering the business’ Spanish hub over the last six years. Serving as the primary entry point into the
Pan Am Flight Academy has announced the arrival of its latest addition, a Level D Airbus A330 full-flight simulator (FFS). This cutting-edge simulator, formerly located in Bahrain, has now been installed at the new Pan Am Flight Academy training centre situated at the Axis Park complex in Hialeah, FL. Featuring Airbus Standard 2.4 specifications, the
SkyTeam and SAS have officially signed an Alliance Adherence Agreement (AAA), serving as an important step toward SAS’ official entry into the global airline alliance. SkyTeam and SAS are committed to ensuring a seamless transition for all customers. From September 1, 2024, SAS will officially become a part of SkyTeam, enriching the alliance with the
IAG Cargo, the cargo arm of International Airlines Group (IAG), has successfully transitioned its 160-strong ground vehicle fleet at London Heathrow from Diesel to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). HVO, derived from plant waste and fully renewable materials, serves as a seamless replacement for White Diesel, significantly impacting net carbon emissions. For IAG Cargo, the shift
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is introducing new regulations mandating charter airlines, commuter airlines, air tour operators, and select aircraft manufacturers to establish a safety management system (SMS) to detect and address safety risks early. SMS offers a structured, repeatable and systematic approach to proactively identify hazards and manage safety risks. By integrating SMS, these
WestJet has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to attain net-zero emissions by 2050 with the procurement of the first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supplied in Canada by Shell Aviation. This achievement underscores WestJet’s commitment to advancing sustainability within the aviation industry, marking a notable stride towards making Canada’s air travel sector more environmentally
In the first quarter of 2024, Munich Airport maintained its trajectory for growth despite numerous strikes, with nearly eight million travellers counted from January to March. This marks an increase of about one million passengers, or approximately 14%, compared to the same period last year. With the current passenger volume, Munich Airport has once again
Air New Zealand has revealed Wellington and Marlborough airports as the designated ports for its inaugural all-electric aircraft. Late last year, Air New Zealand unveiled the acquisition of its premier next-generation aircraft, the all-electric ALIA CTOL from Beta Technologies. Initially, the airline will operate a cargo-only service in collaboration with NZ Post. Wellington Airport will
On April 18, Spirit Airlines has marked the grand opening of Spirit Central, its new corporate campus at Dania Pointe in Dania Beach, Florida. The expansive campus, sprawling over 11 acres, comprises four edifices, including a support centre housing offices, an amenity building, a fresh crew training facility designed for practical training in flight simulators
Embraer has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AICAT (Austrian Industrial Cooperation & Aviation Technology) aimed at enhancing international cooperation in the aerospace sector. The cooperation aims to strengthen ties with the main aerospace companies in Austria and explore additional opportunities such as joint research, technology development and contributions from the Austrian ecosystem to
