Aergo Capital has completed the purchase and lease-back of eight Boeing 737-800 aircraft with WestJet © AirTeamImages

Travelport and WestJet sign long-term content distribution agreement

May 15, 2024

Travelport, a global technology company that supports travel bookings for numerous travel suppliers, and Calgary, Canada-based WestJet, have announced a new long-term content distribution deal. This renewed partnership aims to enhance WestJet’s retailing capabilities as both companies collaborate on the future delivery of new distribution capability (NDC) content and servicing. “This is an exciting time

Representatives from airBaltic, UPB Nams, the Ozola un Bula architect office and RIX Riga Airport, with the time capsule at the construction site of the new Baltic Cargo Hub

airBaltic celebrates milestone in construction of Baltic Cargo Hub

May 13, 2024

Latvian national airline airBaltic, in collaboration with UPB Nams, the Ozola un Bula architect office, and RIX Riga Airport, marked a significant milestone in the development of the Baltic Cargo Hub by inserting a time capsule. The Baltic Cargo Hub, poised to become the largest dedicated air cargo handling centre in the Baltics, will reinforce

airBaltic unveils Technical Academy

May 10, 2024

Latvian flag carrier airBaltic has reported the inauguration of the airBaltic Technical Academy – a leading-edge training venture tailored for individuals aspiring to embark on or enhance their careers in aircraft maintenance. The academy is currently open for applications for its trio of specialised programmes, in partnership with Riga Technical University, Liepaja State Technical School

GE Additive rebrands as Colibrium Additive

May 2, 2024

GE Additive is undergoing a transformation, emerging anew as Colibrium Additive – an entity within the GE Aerospace fold. Forming part of GE Aerospace’s Propulsion & Additive Technologies (PAT) division, Colibrium Additive, formerly known as GE Additive, was established towards the end of 2016. Today, it stands as a trusted ally and producer of industrial

Estonia accuses Russia of GPS signal interference in Baltic region

May 1, 2024

Estonia has accused Russia of breaching international airspace regulations by disrupting GPS signals. According to REUTERS, Margus Tsahkna, Estonia’s Foreign Minister, stated that the interference in Estonian airspace caused disruptions to civil aviation in the area. Tsahkna labelled this interference as a “hybrid attack” and intends to address the issue at the European Union (EU)

IAG Cargo has invested €1.5 million into its perishable’s facility at its Madrid hub © IAG Cargo

IAG Cargo enhances Madrid hub with €1.5 million investment in perishables facility

May 1, 2024

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

Inside the A330 FFS © Pan Am Flight Academy

Pan Am Flight Academy introduces Airbus A330 FFS at Miami training centre

May 1, 2024

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

SAS is joining the SkyTeam alliance © SAS

SAS to join SkyTeam alliance

April 29, 2024

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 has transitioned its 160-strong ground vehicle fleet at London Heathrow from diesel to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) © IAG Cargo

IAG Cargo converts ground vehicle fleet at Heathrow to HVO

April 25, 2024

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

FAA enforces new safety measures across aviation sector

April 23, 2024

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

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Travelport and WestJet sign long-term content distribution agreement

airBaltic celebrates milestone in construction of Baltic Cargo Hub

airBaltic unveils Technical Academy

GE Additive rebrands as Colibrium Additive

Estonia accuses Russia of GPS signal interference in Baltic region

IAG Cargo enhances Madrid hub with €1.5 million investment in perishables facility

Pan Am Flight Academy introduces Airbus A330 FFS at Miami training centre

SAS to join SkyTeam alliance

IAG Cargo converts ground vehicle fleet at Heathrow to HVO

FAA enforces new safety measures across aviation sector

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